Namco Bandai takes us to a deeper experience with their new comic based on Dark SoulsII. The graphic novel, entitles Dark Souls II: Into the Light takes place in the thrilling universe of the game. Written by Rob Williams and Andi Ewington with art provided by Simon Coleby. Rob Williams is an acclaimed british-based comic book writer (not a previous member of Take That) whose credits include Ghost Rider, Daken, Amazing Spider-Man, The Dark X-Men, Cla$$ar, Star Wars Tales and the 2013 British Comic Award nominated Judge Dredd: Trifecta. Simon Coleby is a British comic book artist who has worked for Marvel and 2000 AD. His credits include creating art for Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper and the popular The Authority series from DC/Wildstorm. He also worked on Judge Dredd: Trifecta. Andi Ewington is an up-and-coming writer whose breakthrough debut novel 45 won critical acclaim and recently claimed a #1 Amazon UK Kindle Superhero bestseller spot. He was also named WizardWorlds 5 on the rise for 2010. Dark Souls II: Into the Light will offer an extended experience to hardcore fans and newcomers into the Dark Souls II universe and will be available in early January 2014. When asked about the collaboration around the comic, the authors said “Gothic environments, unworldly monsters, eldritch atmosphere, adventure and terror” are the best arguments that an artist could wish for! When it comes down to the deep & breathtaking storyline they only whispered “Before you venture into the darkness, pay heed to those who know what awaits within”.
Posted on: Wed, 16 Oct 2013 11:40:29 +0000