Hoax Hunters is only on issue #7, but has quickly become one of my favorite titles on the market right now. If you have not checked Hoax Hunters out yet, you really should as it has a great mix of interesting characters, strong writing and artwork, and puts a unique spin on a current genre from TV.
Hoax Hunters
The Story of Hoax Hunters
In the comic, the Hoax Hunters are the cast of a popular reality TV show which outwardly debunks popular myths and monsters each week. Behind the scenes, though, the characters attempt to either protect the creatures they are hunting after or they attempt to destroy them.
The Fit
“Ghost Hunters,” “Destination Truth,” “Ghost Adventures,” and the myriad of other paranormal/reality shows which explore the “What if?” questions of the world’s mythos have countless fans who wait to see the “evidence” presented each week. There have been rumors for years about these shows being fabricated. The creators of Hoax Hunters put a spin on this type of reality TV show by having the stars fabricate their lack of evidence of the existence of cryptids and paranormal creatures or entities.
The Hoax Hunters
Jack is the leader of the group and a former government agent. He is a strong African-American character who is not born of stereotypes or clichés found in many African-American characters. He is a no-nonsense kinda guy who can think his way, or fight his way, out of a situation.
Reagan is the pretty girl on the show, but can wield mystical power. She is a quick thinker who (so far) knows when to expose her powers and when to keep her tricks up her sleeve. She is a character which almost any comic book title could be built around
There is a member of the Hoax Hunters for zombie fans. Ken is an intelligent undead creature. He is in constant battle with his past but tries to do what he could to help the group whenever possible. Two of the few comforts in his unlife are the comfort of the group and the protection it provides.
I could write an article on Murder, but I will keep my statements to a few lines in order to tease you into reading Hoax Hunters. He is a floating space suit filled with crows. The crows are sentient and will help the crew. He is the most original character in the title and one of the more original characters in years.
Hoax Hunters is on my weekly pull list and I have found myself reading it first when I get home. Give it a change – you will be happy you did.
