The Coretan Times by Dylan P.G. - Comic Review
A Sleeper Sci-Fi Hit That Deserves Attention
A few months ago, I posted on the r/IndieComicBooks subreddit. I’ve been a long-time member, and even though it’s usually quiet, I’ve seen some incredible work shared there. Every now and then, someone asks, “How do you advertise your comic?” So I thought it might be a good time to offer my newsletter as an option.
I made a post along the lines of, “I’d love to feature your work in my newsletter.” To my surprise, that quiet little subreddit sent me over 30 comics to check out. Most of them were getting ready for Kickstarter campaigns.
I went through as many as I could, though not all, at least not as quickly as I would have liked. Some were short 20–24 page issues, but others were full-length books with over 200 pages. In some cases, there was even another 200-page volume I had to read first just to catch up. I definitely overestimated how much time a father of twins with a full-time job could spare.
To make things even trickier, more creators started messaging me days or weeks after the original post. The number of requests kept growing.
One story that almost slipped through the cracks was The Coretan Times.
But I wasn’t going to let this one pass me by. I read it as soon as it came out. I just didn’t have the mental energy to write something that lived up to how good it was.
Story
These days, I read a lot of comics without knowing much about them beforehand. That kind of early exposure is usually a privilege reserved for mainstream books, which benefit from months of advance hype or publisher marketing.
To be honest, I probably haven’t done the best job keeping up with indie creators either. Over the past year, I’ve mostly just grabbed comics from my local shop, backed a few campaigns on Kickstarter, or picked up interesting ones from Comix.one.
Usually, I can tell right after I finish reading whether I really liked something. I don’t show much emotion while reading, except maybe squinting at tiny fonts.
When I opened The Coretan Times, it felt like another blind read. I’d never heard of Dylan P.G. before he reached out. The title didn’t give much away either, so I had no idea what I was getting into.
But by page two, no exaggeration, I thought, “This is going to be good.”
By the end of chapter one, I was hoping there was more already published.
Here’s the official description:
“As the end of times is heralded, the Coretans must stop a mysterious abduction ring, fight terrorists, and restore political order across all Lifekind.”
Honestly, it’s not a great summary. It doesn’t really capture the heart of the story, though it does leave you with a lot of questions. Maybe that was intentional.
To me, The Coretan Times feels like a blend of Star Wars, Saga, and The Incal. Like those, it’s a sweeping space opera full of rebellion, moral tension, and deep worldbuilding.
At the time of writing, there are two chapters available. I’m already hooked. The story is layered, politically rich, and has some nice touches of humor through the character interactions.
I’m in.
Art
Let me explain this part with a quick comparison.
When I first started reading The Walking Dead, I was obsessed. Not necessarily because of the story, which had its flaws. (Rick survives a coma for weeks with no medical care? Buildings covered in overgrowth as if decades passed?) What really grabbed me was the art. Tony Moore’s work was next level. Every panel had purpose. Every character, zombie, and building was drawn with care and individuality.
Then around issue seven, the art changed. Charlie Adlard stepped in, and while his work was solid, it felt like the series traded quality for speed. Panels started losing their backgrounds. Some faces were reused between scenes. The overall visual detail dropped significantly.
Reading The Coretan Times reminded me of how I felt during those early Walking Dead issues. Everything was incredibly detailed. The character designs, the architecture, the environment—every panel felt considered.
It’s entirely black and white, and it doesn’t miss a beat. There are a few colored illustrations available, and they look great, but the black and white presentation fits the tone perfectly.
In comics, the background isn’t just filler. It’s storytelling. Imagine watching Star Wars with no environments, just the characters talking in front of blank screens. That would strip away so much of what makes the world feel alive. The Coretan Times understands that. Husen A.A., the artist, absolutely nails it.
The world feels immersive and fully realized. Every page invites you in.
If you’re into ambitious sci-fi with bold art and layered writing, The Coretan Times is a must-read.
Conclusion
The Coretan Times is one of those rare indie gems that feels fully formed from the start. The writing pulls you into a complex, evolving universe, while the art backs it up with an incredible level of detail and care. It’s ambitious, confident, and unafraid to take its time building something bigger than a single issue can contain. If this is just the beginning, I can’t wait to see where it goes next. Keep your eye on this one—it’s something special.
PS
They’ve put up their own website where each chapter is going in at the time of release but I found the design a bit clanky. It’s not really easy to read because zoom in or out works weird and sometimes it takes you to the next page without wanting etc.
But they also publish on GlobalComix and other platforms.
Please consider supporting them because the comic is awesome, the team is awesome and I want to read more of what they have to offer!