MERCY SPARX SPIN-OFF CLUB NEPHILIM COMING IN 2024 - FROM PAT SHAND & JOSH BLAYLOCK
Art by Matt Merhoff - from Mercy Sparx: Ongoing Series: Issue 4
ANIME INSPIRED CYBERPUNK
0N1 FORCE COMICS COMING TO
DEVIL’S DUE
Paul Jenkins, Josh Blaylock, Von Randal, Lead Creator Line-Up with Designer IMCMPLX. Free Convention Special to Debut at Comic-Con.
July 20, 2023
CHICAGO - Devil’s Studios and 0N1 Force, Inc. (pronounced “oh-nee”) have entered into an exclusive partnership to release several comic book series featuring the popular 0N1 Force world of characters, soon to be launching as a massive multimedia initiative in animation, games, and more. Designed by artist Brian Lie (IMCMPLX), the comics are set to debut in 2024, with a special sneak peek edition to be revealed at Comic-Con International.
Paul Jenkins (Wolverine Origins, League of Legends) will pen the series 0N1: Hunter X, joined by Spawn: Gunslinger artist Von Randal, starring the brand’s fan-favorite anti-hero, Joji. Josh Blaylock (Mercy Sparx, G.I.Joe) oversees production of the line as Senior Editor, and is writing a companion series illustrated by artist Annapaola Martello, while developing the others with Lie and 0N1 executives Henry Finn (CEO), Wei Zhou (President), William Tong (CSO), and Hired Ily (CCO).
“I’ve been working with the 0N1 team for almost two years now, watching this massive multimedia launch plan take shape from behind the scenes,” said Devil’s Due’s Josh Blaylock, “The comics have been months in the making and it’s going to blow some minds at Comic-Con.”
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Devil’s Due Studios as the official 0N1 Force comic book partner,” said CEO Henry Finn. “With Josh’s creative and business experience spearheading massive brand relaunches, and kicking it all off with the legendary Paul Jenkins and team, plus our own internal talent, 0N1 is set to explode onto the comic book scene next year.”
“These are the characters I love to write: the troubled ones, the haunted ones, the almost broken ones,” said Paul Jenkins. “These are the ones who speak to us all. I’m thrilled to be a part of the ONI world, with its perfect blend of fan collaboration and creative support. ONI: Hunter X is going to be a hell of a ride.”
Expect more information about the upcoming 0N1 Force line of comic books coming soon.
CHICAGO - Devil’s Studios and 0N1 Force, Inc. (pronounced “oh-nee”) have entered into an exclusive partnership to release several comic book series featuring the popular 0N1 Force world of characters, soon to be launching as a massive multimedia initiative in animation, games, and more. Designed by artist Brian Lie (IMCMPLX), the comics are set to debut in 2024, with a special sneak peek edition to be revealed at Comic-Con International.
Paul Jenkins (Wolverine Origins, League of Legends) will pen the series 0N1: Hunter X, joined by Spawn: Gunslinger artist Von Randal, starring the brand’s fan-favorite anti-hero, Joji. Josh Blaylock (Mercy Sparx, G.I.Joe) oversees production of the line as Senior Editor, and is writing a companion series illustrated by artist Annapaola Martello, while developing the others with Lie and 0N1 executives Henry Finn (CEO), Wei Zhou (President), William Tong (CSO), and Hired Ily (CCO).
“I’ve been working with the 0N1 team for almost two years now, watching this massive multimedia launch plan take shape from behind the scenes,” said Devil’s Due’s Josh Blaylock, “The comics have been months in the making and it’s going to blow some minds at Comic-Con.”
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Devil’s Due Studios as the official 0N1 Force comic book partner,” said CEO Henry Finn. “With Josh’s creative and business experience spearheading massive brand relaunches, and kicking it all off with the legendary Paul Jenkins and team, plus our own internal talent, 0N1 is set to explode onto the comic book scene next year.”
“These are the characters I love to write: the troubled ones, the haunted ones, the almost broken ones,” said Paul Jenkins. “These are the ones who speak to us all. I’m thrilled to be a part of the ONI world, with its perfect blend of fan collaboration and creative support. ONI: Hunter X is going to be a hell of a ride.”
Expect more information about the upcoming 0N1 Force line of comic books coming soon.
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About Devil Studios:
The ultimate home of Supernatural, Sci-Fi, & Action Packed comics from the fringe. Publisher of Mercy Sparx, 0N1 Force, The Encoded, Trailer Park Boys, Mongrel, & more. Forged in the fires of indie comics by writer and artist, Josh Blaylock, who put the '80s in the aughties and changed indie comic licensing trends forever. Devil’s Due emerged to bring thousands of long lost collectors back to the culture with breakout hits that influence comics to this day. Always ahead of the trends, striking from the shadows with hit comic drops, revolutionary concepts, and amazing talent rising up from the underground.
Its titles are distributed throughout the English Speaking world by Diamond Comic Distributors and Simon & Schuster, and several digital platforms. www.DevilsDueStudios.com
About 0N1 Corp
0N1 Corp is an anime media and technology company, building a full suite of multimedia products centered around the 0N1 Force intellectual properties, including comic books, apparel, video games, augmented reality, live experiences, and more. 0N1 Corp is operated by investment firm Old Fashioned Research.
The ultimate home of Supernatural, Sci-Fi, & Action Packed comics from the fringe. Publisher of Mercy Sparx, 0N1 Force, The Encoded, Trailer Park Boys, Mongrel, & more. Forged in the fires of indie comics by writer and artist, Josh Blaylock, who put the '80s in the aughties and changed indie comic licensing trends forever. Devil’s Due emerged to bring thousands of long lost collectors back to the culture with breakout hits that influence comics to this day. Always ahead of the trends, striking from the shadows with hit comic drops, revolutionary concepts, and amazing talent rising up from the underground.
Its titles are distributed throughout the English Speaking world by Diamond Comic Distributors and Simon & Schuster, and several digital platforms. www.DevilsDueStudios.com
About 0N1 Corp
0N1 Corp is an anime media and technology company, building a full suite of multimedia products centered around the 0N1 Force intellectual properties, including comic books, apparel, video games, augmented reality, live experiences, and more. 0N1 Corp is operated by investment firm Old Fashioned Research.
Supernatural Manga
Webtoon, Mongrel, Signs
with Devil’s Due Studios
YA Graphic Novel to Launch Fall 2023, Starring LatinX Protagonist
May 10, 2023 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Devil’s Due Studios has signed Hoyt Silva and Trey Walker’s YA webcomic manga Mongrel for distribution to comic shops and book stores worldwide, slated for a Fall 2023 Release.
Mongrel is the age-old story of a girl and her dog—except, in this case, the “dog” is actually a demon, and the girl…
Restless fourteen-year-old Mardi Miranda struggles with her identity and interests in the face of her mother’s strict rules; however, after a chance encounter with a strange dog, her world gets turned on its head with the revelation that magic is, in fact, real. Now put on the spot, Mardi and her new found pup must fend off a group of strange infernal monsters. After seeking some help, Mardi is forced to confront her mom with these new found revelations, which apparently she knows more about than expected.
Devil’s Due Studios has signed Hoyt Silva and Trey Walker’s YA webcomic manga Mongrel for distribution to comic shops and book stores worldwide, slated for a Fall 2023 Release.
Mongrel is the age-old story of a girl and her dog—except, in this case, the “dog” is actually a demon, and the girl…
Restless fourteen-year-old Mardi Miranda struggles with her identity and interests in the face of her mother’s strict rules; however, after a chance encounter with a strange dog, her world gets turned on its head with the revelation that magic is, in fact, real. Now put on the spot, Mardi and her new found pup must fend off a group of strange infernal monsters. After seeking some help, Mardi is forced to confront her mom with these new found revelations, which apparently she knows more about than expected.
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"Hoyt and I had an absolute blast creating this wild story together about a girl, her dog, friendship, and learning to be yourself," said Mongrel co-creator and writer Trey Walker. "Even if you are a little weird. I’m so excited to finally get to share it through its first official publication!"
For Silva, the series marks the first original property with the publisher after multiple years as a contributing artist (Operation Nemesis, Mercy Sparx,PUNKS Comic). "Mongrel is the perfect addition as Devil's Due focuses on genres closer to its namesake in 2023, including the supernatural fun of one of our first YA books in a long time," said publisher Josh Blaylock, referring to the company's new emphasis on supernatural, sci-fi and dark humor comics. "Readers will instantly love Mardi and her mysterious little demon dog, and the adventures they're about to get into." Mongrel first debuted on the popular webcomic platform, Webtoon, and was optioned by Intellectual Property incubator PopCultivator in 2021, which maintains its rights to develop Mongrel for film, TV, and merchandise. Devil’s Due plans to release the 128 page first volume this Fall, with a second volume to follow in mid 2024. |
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About Devil's Due Studios:
America’s indie comic book home for Supernatural, Sci-Fi, and Dark Humor comics for all. The Home of Mercy Sparx, The Encoded, ArkWorld, Trailer Park Boys, Mongrel, and more. Forged in the fires of early 2000s indie comics by writer and artist, Josh Blaylock, in a time before geeks were cool, Devil’s Due emerged to bring thousands of long lost collectors back into the culture with several breakout hits. Its battle cry: “Pop Culture IS Our Culture.” Then, fandom conquered the mainstream, and to the underground we returned. There we live. We thrive. Stepping out from the shadows at random, with unexpected hit comic drops, rising up from the underground!
Its titles are distributed throughout the English Speaking world by Diamond Comic Distributors and Simon & Schuster, and several digital platforms.
About the Creators:
Hoyt Silva is an Atlanta Georgia based comic artist, illustrator, and storyteller. Throughout the last decade, he’s worked for publishers, appeared in numerous anthologies, created web-comics, and illustrated a handful of creator owned books. Some of his most recent works include Last Stop (published through Scout), Yumi (published through 12-Gauge). When not creating, Hoyt enjoys kicking it with his wife, son, and small pack of pups.
Trey Walker is a relatively new writer and crafter currently making his bones in Orlando Florida. His works include Last Stop (published through Scout), as well as some web-comics. He lives with his wife and three demon cats. When he’s not writing, he’s baking treats in the kitchen, making bottle cap mosaic art, exploring woodblock printing, or watching an unconscionable amount of trashy paranormal/UFO shows.
For questions, please contact : Press@DevilsDue.net
America’s indie comic book home for Supernatural, Sci-Fi, and Dark Humor comics for all. The Home of Mercy Sparx, The Encoded, ArkWorld, Trailer Park Boys, Mongrel, and more. Forged in the fires of early 2000s indie comics by writer and artist, Josh Blaylock, in a time before geeks were cool, Devil’s Due emerged to bring thousands of long lost collectors back into the culture with several breakout hits. Its battle cry: “Pop Culture IS Our Culture.” Then, fandom conquered the mainstream, and to the underground we returned. There we live. We thrive. Stepping out from the shadows at random, with unexpected hit comic drops, rising up from the underground!
Its titles are distributed throughout the English Speaking world by Diamond Comic Distributors and Simon & Schuster, and several digital platforms.
About the Creators:
Hoyt Silva is an Atlanta Georgia based comic artist, illustrator, and storyteller. Throughout the last decade, he’s worked for publishers, appeared in numerous anthologies, created web-comics, and illustrated a handful of creator owned books. Some of his most recent works include Last Stop (published through Scout), Yumi (published through 12-Gauge). When not creating, Hoyt enjoys kicking it with his wife, son, and small pack of pups.
Trey Walker is a relatively new writer and crafter currently making his bones in Orlando Florida. His works include Last Stop (published through Scout), as well as some web-comics. He lives with his wife and three demon cats. When he’s not writing, he’s baking treats in the kitchen, making bottle cap mosaic art, exploring woodblock printing, or watching an unconscionable amount of trashy paranormal/UFO shows.
For questions, please contact : Press@DevilsDue.net