There simply isn’t sufficient Western house opera on this planet—an odd mash-up, possibly, however when it really works, it actually works. Such is the case with Firefly: Legacy Version Vol. 2.  Firefly, and by extension the movie Serenity, sparked a cultural sensation and delivered some of the crushing disappointments in nerd historical past. Canceled after only one season, Firefly left followers reeling, and the collective outcry turned legend. Regardless of its brief run, the collection—and its unforgettable crew—has lived on within the hearts of hundreds of thousands.

That’s precisely why Firefly: Legacy Version Vol. 2 was such a pleasure for a die-hard Firefly fan like me. It seems like a pure extension of a narrative that was reduce off too quickly. Among the materials was new to me, whereas different elements I’d encountered earlier than—however now it’s all collected in a single neat, completely wrapped bundle. All three storylines are sturdy, although be warned: The Warrior of the Wind is an actual tearjerker.

The art work is implausible, capturing that basic Whedon vibe. It carries ahead the visible language of the present in a manner that feels each trustworthy and recent. Should you’re somebody who nonetheless misses Firefly (and who doesn’t?), this ebook is like coming dwelling.

Should you’re unfamiliar with Firefly and Serenity, it’s nicely value going again to observe the collection and film earlier than diving into this ebook. When you can definitely benefit from the story by itself, you’ll miss lots of the refined nuances, callbacks, and emotional depth that come from realizing the supply materials. For longtime followers, although, that is an absolute must-read—a continuation that respects the legacy and expands the universe in all the fitting methods.