DARK AGE

GRAPHIC NOVEL (164 PAGES) – 2008

GENRE: SCI-FI ACTION / POST APOCALYPTIC

LOGLINE: In a dystopian future divided between opulent utopias and crime-ridden slums where advanced technology is banned, a cunning gangster unites rival factions against a tyrannical ruler. Armed with forbidden technology, they aim to overthrow oppression and challenge the elite’s grip on power, risking everything for a chance at freedom.

BACKGROUND: The first book in the trilogy was written, illustrated, and self-published independently, featuring over 700 individual illustrations, seven unique typeface designs, and many original design elements that have been highly influential in the graphic novel/comic book industry.

• Optioned by Michael/David Uslan (Batman films) for full feature development.

• Rapper Jay Z + Life+Times created a documentary based on FUTAGO and the Dark Age novel.

• Industry leader Diamond Distribution’s first ever independent graphic novel staff pick.

• Over 12,000 copies sold.

STAFF PICK

DIAMOND PUBLISHING JANUARY
2011

OFFICIAL SELECTION

NEW YORK COMIC CON
2010

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CHICAGO COMIC CON
2010

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BIG APPLE COMIC CON
2010

WIRED MAGAZINE

PICK OF THE MONTH
2010

GRAFIK MAGAZINE

PICK OF THE MONTH
2010

COMPUTER ARTS MAGAZINE

PICK OF THE MONTH
2010

CREATIVE REVIEW MAGAZINE

PICK OF THE MONTH
2010

IDN MAGAZINE

PICK OF THE MONTH
2011

OFFICIAL SELECTION

WIZARD WORLD ARTISTS
2010

OFFICIAL SELECTION

PHILADELPHIA COMIC CON
2010

BEST IN SHOW

BLEEDING COOL NY COMIC CON
2010

IMAGE GALLERY

Samples of pages from the actual graphic novel, as well as promo materials below: