Imagine being a teenager who can call upon the powers of the ancient spirit protector of Singapore, turning you into a powerful hero, along with a talking feline companion who serves as both historian and guide. Yet despite this ability, you still have to juggle all of the challenges of youth; passing exams, making time for your friends and keeping your parents off your back.

That’s the reality facing Jayden Lee, who’s trying to keep track of other Spirit Beasts, as well as stop the nefarious activities of his snake-powered nemesis.

Creator Kang Jing has crafted a vibrantly colourful, fast-paced and appealing comic with Lionborne. This second issue functions as a great jumping on point if you haven’t read the first issue, with flashbacks to fill in some of the details we weren’t privy to in issue #1. There’s a bit less emphasis on the wealthy, snake-infused villain, William Ashford, but his presence is definitely still felt, looming mostly in the background.

The Singaporean mythology and setting gives Lionborne a unique flavour, and it’s really interesting to see a superhero story emerge using these underrepresented elements. Though I’d recommend reading issue 1 if you can (it’s also a great deal of fun!), if you can only get your hands on issue #2, you won’t be lost.

Lionborne #2 is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter, and has already hit its funding target. You can pledge for the comic and various other add-ons here.

Many thanks to Kang Jing for providing me with a digital copy of Lionborne #2 for review purposes.

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