- Writer: Greg Rucka
- Artist: Leandro Fernández
- Publisher: Image Comics
- Release: Originally serialized from December 2019 to 2020
- Collected Edition: Paperback/Hardcover compilation
📖 Plot Summary
Force Multiplied picks up after the events of Opening Fire. The immortal warriors, led by Andromache of Scythia (Andy), face a betrayal from within their own ancient ranks—Quynh, believed to be dead, is very much alive and filled with centuries of rage and sorrow.
This volume shifts focus from external enemies to internal conflict, revealing deeper histories, ancient grudges, and the psychological toll of immortality.
As the team tries to come to terms with their choices, the moral lines begin to blur—and the emotional weight of living forever without peace becomes central.
🧠Key Themes
- Betrayal and Redemption: The story questions the cost of loyalty and what happens when the people you love become your enemies.
- Immortality as a Curse: Explores the tragic loneliness and emotional detachment that comes from eternal life.
- Female Power & Rage: Both Andy and Quynh are complex, powerful women shaped by trauma, loss, and moral ambiguity.
🎨 Art Style & Tone
Leandro Fernández’s gritty, expressive art and bold layouts elevate the emotional intensity. His panels often feel cinematic—mirroring what Netflix translated to screen. The action is raw, fluid, and visceral.
📚 Reading Order
- Book 1: The Old Guard: Opening Fire
- Book 2: The Old Guard: Force Multiplied
- Optional Tie-in: Tales Through Time (Anthology stories expanding the universe)
🛒 Where to Buy
- Amazon: Available in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover
- Comixology / Kindle Unlimited: Digital version
- Local comic stores or Image Comics’ website
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