Much like in its more popular media siblings of film and prose, the comics landscape is littered with science fiction tropes, often woefully mediocre. Yet The Metabarons, co-created by Jodorowsy and [a:Moebius|4486809|Moebius|http://www.goodreads.com/images/nophoto/nophoto-U-50x66.jpg] with illustrations by Gimenez, shines. The series explores the dynamic history of the ultimate bloodline of warriors by following the lineage of fighters as they struggle against institutionalized greed and terror. The Metabarons: Path of the Warrior expertly depicts their origins. Gimenez's lush art captures the intimacy of combat, the wonders of an alien world, and the grandeur of space perfectly bringing Jodorowsy's exciting script to life. ( )