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You Must Take Part in Revolution Is the Perfect Graphic Novel for 2025

Authore: EthanUpdate:Mar 17,2025

Making a splash on IGN's most anticipated graphic novels of 2025 list, You Must Take Part in Revolution arrives at a pivotal moment, offering a timely exploration of resistance against a techno-fascist regime. This gripping tale follows three friends as they navigate the treacherous path of rebellion, pushing their limits to challenge an oppressive power.

IGN exclusively unveils a preview of this powerful graphic novel, launching in March. Explore the stunning visuals in the slideshow below:

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You Must Take Part in Revolution marks the comic book debut of Emmy-nominated journalist Melissa Chan and acclaimed activist artist Badiucao, often dubbed "China's Banksy." This collaboration promises a powerful narrative.

Here's the official synopsis:

From Emmy-nominated journalist Melissa Chan and esteemed activist artist Badiucao comes a near-future dystopian graphic novel exploring technology, authoritarian government, and the lengths individuals will go to fight for freedom. In 2035, the US and China are at war, America a proto-fascist state, and Taiwan divided. Amid escalating conflict between nuclear powers, three idealistic youths—Andy, Maggie, and Olivia—who first met in Hong Kong, grapple with diverging beliefs on navigating this techno-authoritarian world. Their journeys toward transformative change reveal the extent to which they'll fight for freedom and the profound transformations they undergo. A powerful and timely exploration of global totalitarian futures and the sacrifices of resistance.

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You Must Take Part in Revolution releases March 4, 2025. Pre-order your copy on Amazon.

For more upcoming comic book releases, check out previews of Batman: Hush 2 and Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell, the latter paying homage to The Dark Knight Returns.