Major Spoilers
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Discord RSS
    Major Spoilers
    • Home
    • Reviews
      • Random Access Memory
      • Retro Review
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Podcasts
      • Critical Hit
        • Critical Hit House Rules
        • Critical Hit World Building
      • Dueling Review
      • Finally Friday
      • Geek History Lesson
      • The Legion Clubhouse
      • Major Spoilers Podcast
        • MSP TPB for 2019
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2013
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2012
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2011
      • Munchkin Land
      • Top Five
      • Wayne’s Comics
      • Zach on Film
    • Features
      • Casual 60
      • Comic Casting Couch
      • Comics Portal
      • Did You Hear?
      • Editorials
      • Features
      • Gamer’s Corner
      • Hero Histories
      • Let’s Get Nerdy
      • Major Spoilers Adventures
      • Random Access Memory
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Movies
      • Did You Hear
      • Movies
      • Television
    • Comic Previews
    • Patreon
      • Patreon
      • Store
    Major Spoilers
    Featured

    Princess Ugg #4 Review

    Ashley Victoria RobinsonBy Ashley Victoria RobinsonSeptember 26, 2014Updated:September 26, 20144 Mins Read

    Princess Ugg #4 sees Ulga and Princess Julifer accidentally growing closer as Julifer prepares for the All Fiefdom Royal Equetition.

    DIG026821_2 PRINCESS UGG #4
    Writer and Artist: Ted Naifeh
    Colourist and Letterer: Warren Wuinich
    Editors: Robin Herrera and Jill Beaton
    Publisher: Oni Press, Inc.
    Cover Price: $3.99

     

     

     

     

     

    TRIALS OF FRIENDSHIP

    Ted Naifeh’s Princess Ugg #4 opens with the titular character dragging a unicorn with her roommate perched atop across an open field. Naifeh nails the dichotomy of being female with these two characters. Ulga is tough and strong, whereas Julifer is soft and demure – the antithesis and utter representation of the classic female paradigm. His talent as a writer speaks throughout Princess Ugg #4 as both characters display strength and the willingness to work together despite their stark difference.

    The unicorn is utterly uncooperative and Julifer fears that she will lose the upcoming All Fiefdom Royal Equetition and Ulga fails to see why her roommate fails to exert her dominance over the animal (and may or may not have a fever dream about trussing up the unicorn and roasting it on a spit). However, when the animal escapes the barn leaving Julifer at a loss for the upcoming competition, Princess Ulga is the only one to do something about it.

    In fact, Princess Ulga does so well that the unicorn cowers away from Julifer leaving the girls of Princess Ugg #4 right back where they started. Fear not, Naifeh has another act of selflessness on Ulga’s behalf ready in the chamber. She turns down the opportunity to return to her father’s kingdom and participate in an oncoming war in order to complete her quest at princess school. By way of a second apology, Ulga offers Julifer the use of her own pony who is, admittedly and unsurprisingly, scraggly, but feisty and talented a lot like the title character of this issue.

    Princess Ugg #4 closes with the All Fiefdom Royal Equitition and Julifer’s effort riding on Ulga’s pony. Naifeh has both girls apologize (though on in so many words), and begins to express their appreciation of each other. This tenuous friendship (perhaps understanding is the better word), is a rich cave to be mined in coming issues.

    Princess Ugg #4 is a great issue with a cast of character (written by a man), who aptly represent the female condition and struggles of growing up a girl even in the modern day. Plus, it’s entertaining as all get out.

     

    STORY BOOK ART

    Ted Naifeh does double duty on Princess Ugg #4 and he brings a stunning, classic story book art to the pages of this issue. It is painterly and colourful, perfectly setting up the fantasy world these girls inhabit. The castle and the school grounds are vast and enhance the story in every way possible.

    Princess Ulga is as brawny as any superhero in a cape and tights book and it’s fun to have her be the literal representation of the “strong leading female” of Princess Ugg #4. That being said, when she’s hiding in the depths of her furry hat behind her braids she is beautifully shy – a dichotomy in and of herself as much as her relationship with Julifer illustrates opposition.

    As one would expect, Julifer and the other princesses are lovely and waifish with Julifer herself hilariously in contrast to Ulga’s pony as she competes in the All Fiefdom Royal Equitition. Naifeh’s characters are all stunning in their own right and stand up gloriously against their grand backdrops and when these two artistic layers merge together they seal the whimsy and magic of Princess Ugg #4.

     

    THE BOTTOM LINE: CHECK OUT PRINCESS SCHOOL

    Princess Ugg#4 is an amazing fantasy issue, a great looking comic and a cool story that stars a bunch of girls learning to work together and maybe truss up a unicorn in the meantime! Ted Naifeh has put out a stellar issue this week and you ought to read it.

    independent comics Indie Comics Oni Oni Press Princess Ugg Princess Ugg #4. Princess Ugg #4 Review Review ted naifeh
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleFinally Friday – September 26, 2014
    Next Article Critical Hit #268: Crystal Palace
    Ashley Victoria Robinson
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram

    She/her. Canadian actress. Bi Queen. Canadian co-host of Geek History Lesson. Canadian comic book writer: Witchblade, Apollo IX, Jupiter Jet series, Science! The Elements of Dark Energy, Aurora and The Eagle. Award-losing: actor, writer, podcaster. https://linktr.ee/AshleyVRobinson

    Related Posts

    Major Spoilers Podcast #1134: We are the X-Men, the Mighty Mighty X-Men

    Read More

    Outlaw Showdown debuts in October

    Read More

    SDCC’25: Oni Press announces convention plans

    Read More

    Comments are closed.

    AMAZON AFFILIATE

    Support this site by making a purchase through our Amazon affiliate links

    Reviews
    6.0
    July 13, 2025

    Unchosen #1 Review

    6.3
    July 13, 2025

    Retro Review: Marvel Team-Up #95

    8.7
    July 11, 2025

    Fantastic Four #1 Review

    6.0
    July 8, 2025

    JSA #9 Review

    7.0
    July 7, 2025

    X-Men: Hellfire Vigil #1 Review

    Patreon Support
    Sponsor

    ComiXology Home Page

    Follow Us
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Twitch
    Major Spoilers Patreon
    • About
      • Major Spoilers Terms of Use
      • Major Spoilers Frequently Asked Questions
      • Major Spoilers Privacy Policy Statement
      • Major Spoilers Podcast Gear
    • Contact
    • Cookie Policy (EU)
    Major Spoilers is copyright 2006-2025 by Major Spoilers Entertainment, LLC

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    SAVE & ACCEPT