A Champion Emerges to Challenge the Darkness in KARDAK…

In the seemingly benevolent yet often dark realms of comic book literature, get ready for one shadowy figure to sweep you off your feet – say hello (or maybe whisper in fear) to KARDAK THE MYSTIC. This fierce supernatural hero is making a bold return on our shelves and screens, one spell at a time.The stage is set and the tomb lights are up as we delve into the story by Joe Corallo and Butch Mapa where Kardak plays an aspiring stage magician. Juggling a run-of-the-mill life with an audience to keep entertained, along with the perennial struggle of managing bill payments, the mystic is up for quite the challenge. But then, the unexpected happens! A chance encounter pulls Kardak down a magical rabbit hole that looks like a one-way road to success. But oh, the old saying rings true – not all that glitters are magical orbs.

The Power of the Pen and the Brush: The Making of Kardak

So, how did Kardak, the stage magician with a mystical twist, come to life? With a blend of a classic Archie superhero narrative and a touch of macabre, Kardak is designed to be a riveting read. Looking behind the scenes with the creators, Joe Corallo gleams about Butch Mapa’s art and inevitably heroic and dark streak, reminiscing about their previous joint leap into Archie’s HAPPY HORROR DAYS. With a little collaboration and shared mind-reading powers, dare we say, a magical partnership was born.

But how does one render the mysterious and eerie facets of a tale on paper? According to Mapa, the formula lies in establishing characters, setting the tone of the narrative, and then adding a pinch of a creeping sense of dread. Think strong visuals, heavy shadows, stage spotlights, and a world of color enhancing the artwork – all pieced together for an immersive comic experience. It’s safe to say, obscuring the hidden and unseen became quite literal for this creative duo.

Of course, you don’t just have to take our words for it. Here’s a little sneak peek into this enchanting world of comic literature, the mystical saga of KARDAR THE MYSTIC. And if the magician’s charm works on you, consider adding your own collectible copy to your treasure chest.

So, ready to dive into some spellbound adventures? Let Kardak show you the way, one magical page at a time.