RaveBroken Frontier... immerses readers in a vast and ethereal dreamscape of the future, where complex interpersonal dynamics are one of many aspects to simultaneously entice and evade comprehension; yet, in a realm where telepaths can enter dreams and memories can be read aloud like poetry, these mere glimpses and hints of deeper narratives simply reinforce its mysticality ... These glimpses are offered up to us through Celestia’s unique and delicate artwork. By often only allowing us to see glimpses of the action, profiles or silhouettes of faces, or selective portions of the scenery not covered in inky shadow, Fior is forcing us to lean in closer to decipher the world of Celestia. However, this is made even harder by the restrictive angles and constant perspective shifts which disorientate and delineate the narrative flow; panel borders slice through the action making us always feel as if something is just out of sight. This contributes to the general foreboding that is itself reminisce of the omnipresent threat experienced in nightmares ... Most scenes have two distinct tones, dividing episodes and setting a clear mood, whilst also showing the shifts in pace and transitions of time. These are very much needed given the disjointed narrative style, allowing us to grasp onto some linear progression as we delve deeper into Fior’s fantasy ... Being necessarily ungraspable, we are always aware of Celestia as a work of art, as a creation of Fior’s imagination, and this allows for a greater appreciation of the tactile skills involved, and for each panel to be seen in their own right – as individual works of art.
