In a world clouded with uncertainty, what does it mean to keep living, keep hoping, and keep creating? That’s the central question driving Before We Sail. A comic likely to be at the top of your Summer reading list. You’ll find Before We Set Sail on David Lloyd’s digital comics magazine, Aces Weekly.
Created by debut writer Carlos Yacolca and brought to life by illustrator Michelle Lino, Before We Sail isn’t just another comic. It’s a psychological study on existence in a world that has lost faith in what comes next. Told over seven chapters, this graphic novella is set to be released as part of Volume 75 of Aces Weekly, beginning July 7, 2025.
What Is Before We Sail?
At its core, Before We Sail explores a society that no longer believes in the future. Through this lens, Yacolca and Lino examine what happens when the human spirit persists in spite of everything.
“For me, art is a superior medium of communication, and comics the greatest art of all,” “Making a first sound is a difficult task, so I thought of creating something like a three-song EP to express my ideas as a starting point, to expand on later as I improve as a writer and a person. This is planned to be the beginning of a constant communication via other works.”
Carlos Yacolca
It’s an introspective debut for Yacolca, who uses comics as a way to start a dialogue with readers—and maybe with himself.
A Powerhouse Creative Team from Peru
- Carlos Yacolca – Writer
Launching his comics writing career with this project. - Michelle Lino – Artist
After a six-year break from comics, Lino returns with bold, expressive artwork that blends precision with beauty. - Diego Revelo – Letterer
Known for his work with Heavy Metal Magazine and Webtoon Originals - Alberto Rayo – Editor
Heavy Metal, Iron Circus Comics, and more - David Escobedo – Designer
Graphic Designer based in Lima, Peru. His passion for semiotics and storytelling has drawn him deep into the world of comics. - David Lloyd – Publisher
co-creator of V for Vendetta, Lloyd continues his digital revolution with Aces Weekly, giving innovative creators like Yacolca and Lino a place to shine.
Why Comic Fans Shouldn’t Miss This
Before We Sail is more than a debut—it’s a declaration. It blends philosophical depth with stunning visual storytelling. It dares to imagine what comes next in a world where tomorrow isn’t promised.
If you’re a fan of meaningful, creator-driven stories that linger long after the last panel, this is one comic you won’t want to miss.
Part of a Stellar Lineup in Aces Weekly Vol. 75
The series launches alongside five other compelling stories in Aces Weekly Volume 75:
- Drells Marauders – Gary Whitlock
- Sicarios – Roberto Corroto & Ertito Montana
- The Whale House – Andrew Cheverton & Tim Keable
- Mr Custa – Phil Whitmore, Bambos Georgiou & Mychailo Kazybrid
- Lazarus – Paco Vilchez Barea
At up to 150 pages per volume with extras, Aces Weekly offers one of the best value anthologies for digital-first comics readers.
How to Read
Before We Sail is available exclusively online via Aces Weekly. Subscriptions unlock all six stories in Volume 75, delivered straight to your device every Monday for seven weeks.
No printing. No paper. Just powerful comics made for screens—with heart, grit, and soul.
Before We Sail is the beginning of something big. Don’t miss the boat.
