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But first, here’s Dave Rapoza’s main cover plus several work in progress versions.
Newsarama: Hi Joshua!
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Congratulations on Soul Reaver: The Dead Shall Rise.
What can you tease to us about the new book’s story?
], and his transformation into a vampire.
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Plus, we introduce new characters with compelling connections to his destiny.
What sort of character arc does Raziel go on in this book?
Our goal is to illuminate these events and connect some of the narrative dots.
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Raziel’s life spans a vast and intriguing history, providing ample creative space to explore.
How familiar were you with the games when you signed on to write this comic?
What did they mean to you?
Dave Rapoza’s main cover and several work in progress versions.(Image credit: Bit Bot Media)
I’ve been a fan of the series since the original Soul Reaver game.
It’s something I’ve grown up with.
I even created Soul Reaver content for an art school project back in 2002.
Matthew Therrien’s cover for the Limited Edition version of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver - The Dead Shall Rise.
Needless to say, I’m quite well-versed in the franchise.
This is the first new Soul Reaver material in two decades.
How does it feel to be taking charge of the creative direction for this classic franchise?
Aaron Lovett’s cover for Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise.
It’s both exciting and a bit intimidating.
It felt like a natural fit.
How was it working with your regular collaborators Angie Hodapp and Juan Samu on this book?
I’ve collaborated with them many times before, and its always been a great and creatively rewarding experience.
We all work really well together, and the results speak for themselves.
Is this potentially the start of a new comics future for Soul Reaver?
That probably depends on how successful this is.
If fans express a strong desire for more, I know I’d be excited to explore that.
For now, we’ll have to see where this journey leads us.
The Dead Shall Rise will be available digitally, and in three separate hardcover editions.
A range of Soul Reaver merchandise items will also be available, including a vinyl soundtrack album by Celldweller.
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