Thursday, November 7, 2024

Michael Moorcock's Elric: The Necromancer Preview

 


I'm a longtime fan of Michael Moorcock, having collected of the Elric books published by DAW. (I'll admit: it's been a while since I've read them all).This hardcover volume was originally published as two comics. I haven't seen the previous installments in this new series, but this story has a haunting, dreamlike quality. The art is dark, but mesmerizing nonetheless. Check it out!

Here's all the info from Titan Comics:


MICHAEL MOORCOCK’S ELRIC: THE NECROMANCER

Author: Julien Blondel

Illustrator: Valentin Sécher

Publisher: Titan Comics

HC, 64 pages, FC, $19.99

ISBN: 9781787743892

On sale November 12, 2024

 

Step into the mesmerizing world of Elric - Moorcock’s Epic, transformed into a graphic marvel by the writer of the critically acclaimed videogame Life Is Strange.

 

Readers see their fan-favorite hero in a brand-new light, as Valentin Sécher’s brush unveils a protagonist transformed by tragedy.

 

Embark on a journey within the enchanting universe of Michael Moorcock’s Elric, in this fifth installment, collecting issues 1 and 2 of the hit comic. The mesmerizing graphic novel was born from the legendary tale of the fantasy author. Adapted and crafted by the skilled Julien Blondel, the writer behind the award-winning videogame Life Is Strange, this work immerses readers in the albino Emperor’s world of swords and sorcery.

 

Two years after the tragic climax of the previous volume, readers are exposed to their favorite protagonist in a new light. Elric is now leading the life of a mercenary, following the death of his beloved Cymoril. However, fans can accompany him on a new path that is guided by Queen Yishana’s urgent call for help.

 

Elric will now face his strongest, and most cunning opposition yet. All While having to confront entities from the past, that he vowed to never serve again.

 

Illustrated by Valentin Sécher of Khaal and The Metabaron Books, fans will have the first chance to see how the talented artist captivates readers and brings a unique style that harmonizes with Elric's tortured journey. The graphic novel marries epic fantasy, transformative adaptation, and the creative synergy of Life is Strange's Jean-Luc Cano.

 

Whether you've been following Elric's journey from the beginning, or this marks your first foray into the series, Volume 5 provides a compelling entry point. Fans of Game of Thrones or The Lord of The Rings will no doubt be enthralled by Elric’s wonderful world of fantasy excellence.

 

Now let's take a look inside:

 


 


 


Michael Moorcock’s Elric: The Necromancer is on sale November 12, 2024 at bookstores, comic shops and digital.

 

Order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million and Forbidden Planet for UK. 

 

Thanks to Titan Comics for sharing this preview with us!

 

 

 

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