Syphon

Sylas is an EMT who can sense and siphon pain from others, but the more he uses this gift, the more it curses him. He is forced to decide whether to continue his mission or revert to his old ways.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 21 December 2021
Publisher: Image Comics

When a fast-living EMT is entrusted with the power to sense and siphon pain from others, Sylas is presented with a new purpose: to ease the misery of those around him. But the more he uses this gift, the more it curses him with carrying the burdens of others' pain. And it soon attracts the attention of mysterious forces who covet the power for themselves, forcing Sylas to decide whether he will continue his mission or revert to his old ways.

Comic book documentarian Patrick Meaney (Grant Morrison: Talking with Gods, The Image Revolution) teams up with artist Jeff Edwards (G.I. Joe) with a story by Mohsen Ashraf for a creator-owned, noir fantasy evoking the lore of Neil Gaiman's AMERICAN GODS and the psychological thrilling action of M. Night Shyamalan's SUNBREAKABLE. Collects Syphon #1-3.

Sylas, a fast-living EMT, is bestowed with the ability to sense and siphon pain from others. Initially, he sees this power as a means to alleviate the suffering of those around him. However, as he delves deeper into this gift, he realizes the immense weight it carries, as he becomes burdened with the pain of others.

As his powers attract the attention of mysterious forces who desire to harness them for their own purposes, Sylas is faced with a difficult decision. He must choose between continuing his mission to ease the misery of others or reverting to his old ways, which were defined by selfishness and disregard for others' suffering.

The story explores the moral dilemmas and consequences of possessing such extraordinary abilities, as Sylas grapples with the moral implications of using his power for personal gain. He questions whether it is his responsibility to bear the burdens of others or if he should seek to alleviate them by any means necessary.

The artwork by Jeff Edwards is stunning, with its dark and atmospheric tone perfectly complementing the story's themes. The characters are well-developed, and the reader can easily empathize with their struggles and dilemmas.

Overall, "Syphon" is a captivating and thought-provoking comic book series that delves into the complexities of morality, power, and the human condition. It is a must-read for fans of fantasy, horror, and psychological thrillers alike.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 169 x 258 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781534320734