Canto II: The Hollow Men – IDW Publishing – 2020–2021 – Volume 1 – #1–5

Canto II: The Hollow Men – IDW Publishing – 2020–2021 – #1–5

📘 Series Summary

The epic journey of the little tin slave with a clock for a heart continues in Canto II: The Hollow Men. Following the events of the original Canto miniseries, Canto has led his people to freedom, but that peace is short-lived. He discovers a terrifying truth: the Shrouded Man has cursed the Tins, and their mechanical hearts will stop ticking unless they return to their former life of captivity. To save his people, Canto must leave his new home and embark on a perilous quest to find a cure for the slowing clocks.

Written by David M. Booher with the return of artist Drew Zucker, this second volume expands the lore of the Unnamed World. Canto is joined by his loyal friends Falco, Rikta, and Veratta as they navigate treacherous landscapes and confront the "Hollow Men." The series culminates in the Valley of the Lionhearted, where Canto must face an impossible choice: sacrifice his own time to break the curse or watch his civilization fall. It is a masterful continuation of a modern all-ages classic that balances high-fantasy adventure with deep emotional resonance.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • The official sequel to the breakout indie hit Canto, maintaining the same celebrated creative team.
  • Features a significant misprint and corrected edition for issue #1, where pages 8, 10, and 12 were mistakenly repeated in early copies.
  • Showcases stunning Variant Covers by world-renowned artists like Peach Momoko and Ben Bishop.
  • Introduces the Valley of the Lionhearted, a pivotal location that redefines Canto’s mission against the Shrouded Man.
  • Deepens the supporting cast, giving Canto’s friends significant character arcs and challenges of their own.
  • Perfect for readers of all ages, blending the whimsical aesthetic of The Wizard of Oz with the dark atmosphere of Dark Crystal.

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