Pakkins' Land

In Pakkins' Land, a young boy named Paul is transported to a fantastical world of talking animals and ancient magic, where he must find his way home while confronting the dark forces of the evil Lord Altrich. Created by the husband-and-wife team of Gary and Rhoda Shipman, this four-issue series from the early 2000s blends whimsical adventure with moral allegory, all brought to life through Gary Shipman’s lush, detailed artwork. Though short-lived, the comic stands as a heartfelt, family-friendly fantasy epic that showcases the Shipmans’ unique storytelling voice outside the mainstream superhero realm.