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
    Seven to Eternity #14 Review
    Review

    Seven to Eternity #14

    Robert MammoneBy Robert MammoneNovember 21, 20204 Mins Read

    In Seven to Eternity #14, after killing Volmer the Sky King, Garils and Adam trek to the Springs of Zhal, to cure a dying Adam.  But what is the cost of the cure, and immortality, and is Adam willing to pay it?  Find out in your next mighty Major Spoilers review!

    Seven to Eternity #14 Review
    You can purchase this issue via the comiXology affiliate link

    SEVEN TO ETERNITY #14

    Writer:  Rick Remender
    Artist: Jerome Opena
    Colors: Matt Hollingsworth
    Letterer: Rus Wooton
    Editor: Will Dennis
    Publisher: Image Comics
    Price: $3.99
    Release Date: November 18th, 2020

    Previously in Seven to Eternity:  When Adam sought to bring down the Mud King and free the realm of Zhal, little did he know that the wasting disease that was claiming him could be cured with the tyrant’s help.  Faced with an impossible choice, Adam killed the sky king Volmer before he could kill his father, the Mud King, who had become Adam’s friend, and the only man who could lead him to the cure…

    WHO WANTS TO LIVE FOREVER?

    Seven to Eternity #14 is a sumptuously illustrated book that has something to captivate the reader on every single page.  Jerome Opena’s vision is truly breathtaking, and his ability to realize it on the page is a true blessing to the reader.  Working with colorist Matt Hollingsworth, Opena’s art is the highlight of the issue.

    The writing, by Rick Remender, while not matching the quality of the art, is solid and does throw up a few interesting moments as Adam and Garils, the Mud King, swap stories about the lands about them, and their final destination, the Springs of Zhal.  Adam has an incurable wasting disease, which Garils has told him can be cured at the Springs.   Remender’s writing is as sturdy as ever, with Adam and Garils being the core components of the story.  The lies we tell ourselves, as in Adam’s case, form the core of the story.  To gain immortality, he must truly testify why he wants immortality.  The answer he gives, in Remender’s hands, reveals a lot about someone’s capacity to deceive themselves.

    Let’s get back to the art.  Opena has a lot of work to do.  Aside from the human Adam, this Land of Zhal has a huge variety of bipedal creatures he brings to life.  Tall, short, fat or thin, frog-like or even demonic, it’s a remarkable amount of work that Opena has achieved seemingly effortlessly.  Not only that, but the look of the surroundings is also expressively realized.  Zhal isn’t simply your cod-Middle Earth, full of mountains, forests and rivers.  On a broader canvas, there is huge statuary holding up buildings, massively carved figures that dot the landscape, curving roads that sweep into the air, and the overall sense that in Zhal, anything can appear around the corner.  The depth and breadth of the realization of this world is nothing short of stunning.

    GIVE ME THE PRIZE

    The key to Seven to Eternity #14 is the reason Adam must give for seeking immortality.  If he tells the truth, he will be granted the gift, but if he lies, it will forever be denied him.  While his erstwhile friend Garils, for whom Adam has sacrificed much, takes him to the city, we are left to ponder what sort of man Adam is.  While he has convinced himself he has been acting all along to help his family, left stranded in a dying forest, and seek to kill Garils in his father’s place, Adam has instead befriended his erstwhile target, and seemingly abandoned his original quest.  Adam comes across as the victim, but do his reasons for seeking immortality stack up?

    Seven to Eternity #14 is set in a fantastical land populated with impossible creatures.  There’s an element of the fairy tale to it all, with Garils’ fable of how the Springs came to be especially powerful.  But is Adam’s reason for claiming immortality has insubstantial as a fairy tale.  Has he been lying to himself all along?  While Seven to Eternity #14 will be noted more for its art than anything else, Remender’s examination of man’s capacity for self deception is worth pondering over.

    BOTTOM LINE

    Seven to Eternity #14 depicts an alien world beautifully realised by artist Jerome Opena. The vision he has put onto the page is exceptional, a feast for the eyes that will lead the reader to go back through the issue to experience it again.  The writing is solid, with Remender’s efforts to bring some deeper meaning to Adam’s choice making for a powerful conclusion.


    Dear Spoilerite,

    At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching requires significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep MajorSpoilers.com strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today.

    Seven to Eternity #14

    90%
    90%
    Awesome

    Art like this gives meaning to the comic’s genre. In SEVEN TO ETERNITY #14, it is truly overwhelming, which is the point, as the dying characters who fill the pages struggle to come to terms with the abyss they are about to plunge into.

    • Writing
      7
    • Art
      10
    • Coloring
      10
    • User Ratings (0 Votes)
      0
    Image Comics jerome opena matt hollingsworth Review rick remender Rus Wooton Seven to Eternity Will Dennis
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleNECA Lost Predator Figure Review
    Next Article Frank at Home on the Farm #1
    Robert Mammone

    Romantic. Raconteur. Kangaroo rustler. Sadly, Rob is none of these. Rob has been a follower of genre since at least the mid-1970s. Book collector, Doctor Who fan, semi-retired podcaster, comic book shop counter jockey, writer (once!) in Doctor Who Magazine and with pretensions to writing fantasy and horror, Rob is the sort of fellow you can happily embrace while wondering why you're doing it. More of his maudlin thoughts can be found at his ill-tended blog https://robertmammone.wordpress.com/

    Related Posts

    Major Spoilers Podcast #1131: The Podcast Smurfers

    Read More

    Szymon Kudranski brings No Man’s Land to Image Comics

    Read More

    Robert Kirkman and David Finch team for Skinbreaker

    Read More

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    AMAZON AFFILIATE

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

    Reviews
    8.3
    June 17, 2025

    Giant-Size Dark Phoenix Saga #1 Review

    7.7
    June 17, 2025

    Supergirl #2 Review

    6.0
    June 16, 2025

    Runaways #1 Review

    8.0
    June 15, 2025

    The Death of the Silver Surfer #1 Review

    4.7
    June 15, 2025

    Retro Review: Master Comics #11 (February 1941)

    Patreon Support
    Major Spoilers Store
    Recent Comments
    • Derrigable on COMICS PORTAL: Where Is All The Cool Merchandise?
    • ZackaryTobias on COMICS PORTAL: Where Is All The Cool Merchandise?
    • Nathan on Wayne’s Comics Podcast #696: Interview with Creators from Concrete Arcanum
    • Austin Cowboy on FIRST LOOK: Conan the Barbarian #21
    • Frank on COMICS PORTAL: Batman Meets… Deadpool!?
    Subscribe to the Major Spoilers E-Mail List
    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