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Michael Moorcock's Elric Vol. 1: The Ruby Throne Deluxe Edition

Part of ELRIC

Illustrated by Didier Poli
Hardcover
10.52"W x 14.69"H x 0.49"D   | 30 oz | 12 per carton
On sale Nov 27, 2018 | 56 Pages | 9781785866616
A stunning new deluxe special edition comic adaptation of the classic Elric of Melniboné novels by Michael Moorcock, featuring additional artwork!

The ancient island of Melniboné has been ruled by Elric, the albino emperor, for millennia. Reliant on magic and herbs for his strength and prolonged life, Elric's grip on Melniboné is crumbling, as his people slide into decadence. Now his envious cousin Yyrkoon, Prince of Melniboné, plots to overthrow him and claim the Ruby Throne for himself! Includes additional artwork in a special, deluxe, oversized edition.
Comic book writer, game author and journalist Julien Blondel worked as a radio host for 14 years before becoming a DJ. In 1994, he abandoned the electronica scene for a career in writing. Since then he's written numerous successful screenplays, comics and short stories.

Didier Poli has worked for various animation studios including Disney studio on the production of Tarzan, and as the Art Director for Kalisto Entertainment. As well as working in comics, he is a sought-after designer and storyboard artist for animated movies and games.

Robin Recht has illustrated DmC: Devil May Cry, dark romance series Totendom, and the Julius trilogy, a prequel series to the Third Testament series, coming soon from Titan Comics.
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"Each page is gripping and packed with detail. 5 out of 5" - Pop Mythology

 "So rich and seeping with attention to detail ... all of these dark threads weave together this beautifully crafted tale" - Flickering Myth

"This is the Elric adaptation I’ve been hoping to see for some time now. 5 out of 5!" - Comic Spectrum

“The finest Moorcock adaptation" - Paradox Comics Group

"Magnificent is pretty much the only word I can use for the artwork. From the costume art to the look of the city, the level of detail is stunning and really does Melinibone to life. 9/10" - The Cult Den

"For fans of not only Game of Thrones but also the God of War games and even Lord of the Rings" - Pissed off Geek

"The art in this book is as unique and memorable as Elric himself. 5 out of 5" - Kabooooom

"Gorgeous artwork...[recalls] Moebius, Dune and even a dash of Blade Runner. 4 out of 5" - Comic Bastards

"Beautifully illustrated, it’s a terrific addition to the comic book incarnation of Elric” - Scoop

“Elric has never looked, sounded and been better!”  - Comics Trash 

"Gorgeous art.... a MUST-HAVE in anyone’s collection!" - Comics Sinners

"Nothing short of breath-taking" - Mass Movement

"The art is gorgeous" - 8CN

About

A stunning new deluxe special edition comic adaptation of the classic Elric of Melniboné novels by Michael Moorcock, featuring additional artwork!

The ancient island of Melniboné has been ruled by Elric, the albino emperor, for millennia. Reliant on magic and herbs for his strength and prolonged life, Elric's grip on Melniboné is crumbling, as his people slide into decadence. Now his envious cousin Yyrkoon, Prince of Melniboné, plots to overthrow him and claim the Ruby Throne for himself! Includes additional artwork in a special, deluxe, oversized edition.

Creators

Comic book writer, game author and journalist Julien Blondel worked as a radio host for 14 years before becoming a DJ. In 1994, he abandoned the electronica scene for a career in writing. Since then he's written numerous successful screenplays, comics and short stories.

Didier Poli has worked for various animation studios including Disney studio on the production of Tarzan, and as the Art Director for Kalisto Entertainment. As well as working in comics, he is a sought-after designer and storyboard artist for animated movies and games.

Robin Recht has illustrated DmC: Devil May Cry, dark romance series Totendom, and the Julius trilogy, a prequel series to the Third Testament series, coming soon from Titan Comics.

Praise

"Each page is gripping and packed with detail. 5 out of 5" - Pop Mythology

 "So rich and seeping with attention to detail ... all of these dark threads weave together this beautifully crafted tale" - Flickering Myth

"This is the Elric adaptation I’ve been hoping to see for some time now. 5 out of 5!" - Comic Spectrum

“The finest Moorcock adaptation" - Paradox Comics Group

"Magnificent is pretty much the only word I can use for the artwork. From the costume art to the look of the city, the level of detail is stunning and really does Melinibone to life. 9/10" - The Cult Den

"For fans of not only Game of Thrones but also the God of War games and even Lord of the Rings" - Pissed off Geek

"The art in this book is as unique and memorable as Elric himself. 5 out of 5" - Kabooooom

"Gorgeous artwork...[recalls] Moebius, Dune and even a dash of Blade Runner. 4 out of 5" - Comic Bastards

"Beautifully illustrated, it’s a terrific addition to the comic book incarnation of Elric” - Scoop

“Elric has never looked, sounded and been better!”  - Comics Trash 

"Gorgeous art.... a MUST-HAVE in anyone’s collection!" - Comics Sinners

"Nothing short of breath-taking" - Mass Movement

"The art is gorgeous" - 8CN
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