Fans Mourn the End of Federal Bureau of Physics
Fans Mourn the End of Federal Bureau of Physics
Federal Bureau of Physics, a sci-fi comic series by Simon Oliver and Robbi Rodriguez, published by Vertigo, has come to an end with issue #25. The series, which started in 2013, followed the adventures of a government agency that dealt with physics anomalies and breaches in reality. The comic was praised for its originality, humor, and diversity of characters.
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However, the series did not seem to attract enough readership or attention to sustain itself. According to a forum thread on community.cbr.com[^1^], the last issue was released in September 2015, without much fanfare or closure. Some fans expressed their sadness and disappointment at the cancellation, while others said they had dropped the book before the finale.
The series has been collected in four trade paperback volumes, which are still available for purchase. There is no word on whether the creators plan to revisit the concept or characters in the future. For now, fans can only hope that Federal Bureau of Physics will find a new audience and appreciation in the years to come.
Federal Bureau of Physics was created by writer Simon Oliver and artist Robbi Rodriguez, who had previously collaborated on the Vertigo series The Exterminators. The comic was originally titled Collider, but had to change its name after a legal dispute with an Irish publisher. [^1^] The new title, FBP: Federal Bureau of Physics, reflected the central premise of the series: a government agency that handles physics-related emergencies and anomalies.
The comic explored various concepts and phenomena related to physics, such as wormholes, quantum entanglement, parallel universes, and time dilation. The comic also featured diverse and complex characters, such as Cicero Deluca, a veteran agent who mentors Hardy; Rosa Reyes, a former physics teacher who joins the FBP; and Jay Kelly, a rogue scientist who opposes the FBP's methods. The comic also delved into Hardy's personal history and his quest to uncover the truth about his father's death.
Federal Bureau of Physics ran for 25 issues from July 2013 to September 2015. The series was collected in four trade paperback volumes, which are still available for purchase. In 2014, Warner Bros. announced that they were developing a film adaptation of the comic, with Justin Marks writing the script and David S. Goyer producing. [^2^] However, there has been no update on the project since then.
Federal Bureau of Physics received mostly positive reviews from critics and readers, who praised its original premise, witty dialogue, and dynamic art. IGN gave the first issue a 9.4 out of 10, calling it \"a stellar start\" and \"a breath of fresh air\". [^3^] Goodreads users rated the series an average of 3.5 out of 5 stars, with many commenting on its creativity, humor, and diversity. Talking Comics also gave a favorable review to the seventh issue, saying that it \"continues to be one of the most interesting and unique books on the shelves\".
However, the series also faced some challenges and criticisms. Some readers complained that the comic was too confusing, too slow-paced, or too inconsistent in its tone and quality. Some also felt that the characters were not well-developed or likable enough to care about. The series also suffered from low sales and lack of promotion, which may have contributed to its cancellation after 25 issues.
Despite its short run and mixed reception, Federal Bureau of Physics remains a cult favorite among many sci-fi comic fans, who appreciate its bold and imaginative vision of a world where physics has gone mad. The series offers a blend of action, mystery, comedy, and drama, with a dash of social commentary and existential philosophy. It is a comic that challenges its readers to question their reality and their place in it. e0e6b7cb5c