Crowded Volume 1

Crowded Volume 1 by Christopher Sebela, published by Image Comics on March 26, 2019, is an illustrated graphic novel that explores a dystopian future where the economy is driven by job shares and crowdfunding has evolved into a deadly platform known as Reapr. In this world, individuals can fund assassinations, leading to a society rife with danger and intrigue. The story follows Charlie Ellison, who finds herself targeted by a Reapr campaign with a million-dollar bounty on her head, forcing her to navigate a treacherous landscape of hired killers and everyday resentments.

As the narrative unfolds, Charlie hires Vita, the lowest-rated bodyguard on the Dfend app, to protect her from the escalating threats. Together, they must uncover the identity of those who want Charlie dead while racing against the clock of the campaign’s 30-day limit. This volume collects the first arc of the series, featuring contributions from artists Ro Stein, Ted Brandt, Triona Farrell, and Cardinal Rae. Readers will encounter themes of crime, mystery, and action as they delve into this unique blend of science fiction and adventure. With 168 pages, this edition presents a vivid and engaging storyline that challenges the boundaries of morality and survival in a technologically advanced society.