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New Masters

Shobo Coker author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Image Comics

Published:25th Oct '22

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New Masters cover

School Library Journal's "Best Graphic Novels of 2022" List

 

Creators for Creators' 2019 grant recipients, Nigerian brothers Shobo and Shof Coker, present New Masters, a groundbreaking blend of science fiction, adventure, drama, and vibrant Afrofuturism. In a striking vision of West Africa under the thumb of alien colonizers, a motley crew of outcasts find themselves caught up in a power struggle for control of an ancient artifact with immense power. 

 

Collects New Masters issues #1-6.

"Blends exciting adventure, compelling drama, and rich Nigerian mythology to present a vibrant new take on Afrofuturism." —Graphic Policy


“I had no idea, when we all picked this book forCfC, that, as good as it looked then, it would turn out this BEAUTIFUL. Amazingwork!” -Charlie Adlard, The Walking Dead

“Shobo and Shof give us an original, beautifullycrafted sci-fi with New Masters. It's an incredible debut from adistinctly African perspective. Shof's rhythmic storytelling, palettes, andworld building visuals perfectly seam with Shobo's intriguing cast of heroes,cut throats, and politicians like only brothers can. Immerse yourself in thisnew world, you won't regret it!” -Nick Dragotta, East ofWest

"It's immediately obviousthe two [Shobo and Shof Coker] are passionate about the world they are building.They are incorporating different aspects of their culture: shared mythology,religion, history... The variety of African influences is evident andaesthetically the book is a fantastic dictionary of Afrofuturist elements."-Black Nerd Problems

ISBN: 9781534323384

Dimensions: 254mm x 178mm x 25mm

Weight: 281g

192 pages