28 Days Later Vol. 1 – London Calling
đ Genre
Horror, Post-Apocalyptic Thriller, Psychological Drama
đ„ Main Characters
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Selena – A hardened survivor of the Rage Virus outbreak, battle-scarred and emotionally complex.
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Clint Harris – A determined journalist seeking the truth behind the outbreak’s origins.
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Derrick – A tough ex-soldier hired to protect Clint, skeptical but reliable.
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Trina – A young and resourceful survivor with a hidden past.
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The Infected – Victims of the Rage Virus, driven into relentless, mindless violence.
✍️ Writer
Michael Alan Nelson
đš Artist
Declan Shalvey
đ️ Editor
Matt Gagnon
đą Publisher and Brand
BOOM! Studios | Original Series Continuation
đ Release Year
2009
đ Brief Plot Summary
Set between the events of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later, this gripping first volume follows Selena—one of the few survivors of the original outbreak—as she is pulled back into the ruined remnants of the UK. Recruited by a journalist hoping to uncover the origins of the Rage Virus, Selena reluctantly agrees to return to the very place she barely escaped with her life. The group’s journey is fraught with peril—not only from the infected but from U.S. military forces occupying parts of Britain and fellow survivors who have become ruthless in their desperation. As their mission unfolds, Selena is forced to confront not only the horrors around her but also the trauma within.
đ Notable Arcs or Storylines
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“London Calling” Arc – Explores Selena’s internal struggle with survivor’s guilt and the ethical lines she’s willing to cross.
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Military Conflict Thread – Introduces tension between American forces and survivors, hinting at hidden agendas.
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Humanity vs. Survival Instinct – A recurring theme where characters are challenged morally as often as they are physically.
đ§ Fan Theories or Interpretations
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Selena’s Role as a Symbol of Moral Grayness – Many fans interpret her character arc as a reflection of how trauma reshapes morality in a crisis.
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The American Occupation as Commentary – Some readers believe the portrayal of U.S. military involvement is a subtle critique of foreign intervention and exploitation during humanitarian crises.
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The Rage Virus as Allegory – The virus is often seen by fans as a metaphor for uncontrollable human emotions like hatred and vengeance, not just a biological outbreak.
đ Review Summary
28 Days Later Vol. 1 – London Calling is a chilling, character-driven extension of the iconic film. Nelson’s writing brings psychological nuance to the horror genre, and Selena shines as a deeply conflicted protagonist. Shalvey’s art captures the gritty decay of post-outbreak Britain with haunting precision—drenched in shadows, blood, and broken dreams. đ©ž The pacing is tight, dialogue crisp, and the world-building grounded yet emotionally harrowing. It's a must-read for fans craving horror with emotional weight and intelligent storytelling.
đ§♂️đ„ A return to the horror that redefined modern zombies—28 Days Later in comic form is as terrifyingly good as it gets.
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