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Arion and Aliyana Nelkan are caught between worlds – their industrialized home country of Athelica and the mysterious magic-using nation of Ishtakar. But when a deadly secret from their past is uncovered, the siblings find themselves targeted by both sides. Their realm descending into chaos, Arion and Aliyana must find a way out – or die trying.

This volume collects Black Rose issues #1-6, along with a detailed map of the Black Rose world and several pages of concept art: a total of 164 pages. This book is the definitive way to experience our opening arc – check it out!

Black Rose is rated PG-13ish for language and occasional graphic violence.

Each printed issue of Black Rose is 26 pages long, which includes the professional-length black-and-white comic plus a full-color cover, a word from the creators, and exclusive concept sketches. Each comes bagged and boarded for the collector's convenience. We are no longer printing individual issues, so quantities are limited! Get yours before we run out.

Black Rose is rated PG-13ish for language and occasional graphic violence.

Between Worlds (Part 1 of 6)

The inaugural issue introduces Arion Nelkan during his final days as a soldier in the Athelican military machine, which is on a campaign of conquest against the handwaver nation of Ishtakar. Let’s just say that things don’t go exactly as planned…

Between Worlds (Part 2 of 6)

Upon reaching the ancient fortress city of Adrost, Arion receives his long-awaited walking papers. But with them comes a peculiar invitation to a banquet from the even more peculiar Baron Lord Ardam – and there are one or two surprise guests in attendance as well.

Between Worlds (Part 3 of 6)

Arion and Aliyana return to the Athelican capital, where their differences quickly set the siblings at odds. Meanwhile, their father (and Athelican Prime Minister) Kadin Nelkan meets with a mysterious handwaver woman, who has her own treacherous plans for the Nelkan family.

Between Worlds (Part 4 of 6)

The epic showdown between a brother, a sister, and a handwaver hit squad – plus an unexpected revelation or two! (If we told you any more, we'd just spoil it.) Don't miss this action-packed (and extra-long) installment!

Between Worlds (Part 5 of 6)

As Athelica erupts into civil unrest, our heroes are forced to flee the capital. Their only hope is to find a ship that can take them to the Coldlands – and to Arion's old comrade, Bjorn. But they may not be free of pursuit just yet...

Between Worlds (Part 6 of 6)

Left with no other choice, Arion and Aliyana take ship with renegade handwavers: Trellis, Chimoku, and their pirate crew. The siblings are nearing exhaustion… and treachery awaits on the high seas. The exciting conclusion to the first story arc of Black Rose!

If you’re tired of all them words gettin’ in the way of the pretty pictures, we are pleased to offer you our continually-growing selection of art prints – larger versions of each issue’s cover as well as some specialty pinups from time to time. Each is professionally printed on 11x17” heavy cardstock, suitable for framing or simply hanging as is.

Cover Art #1

Cover Art #2

Cover Art #3

Cover Art #4

Cover Art #5

Cover Art #6

Art Print #7

Want a look behind the scenes? This 76-page book contains a wide selection of concept sketches, character designs, original penciled pages, and details of the final inked art from the story thus far. Measuring 7.5” square, this perfect-bound book is only being produced in limited quantities, so get your hands on a copy before they’re all gone.

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