Image & Ninth Circle unveil BLOOD TRAIN

By August Tales

The countdown begins for the launch of Ninth Circle’s spine-chilling comic, Blood Train. Slated for release next year, this one-shot, crafted by the adept writer Adam Glass, visually electrified by artist Bernard Chang, and given voice by letterer Dave Sharpe, promises a gripping journey.

A new terror emerges in this high-speed thriller, where the Siberian Express becomes an unlikely host to chaos. When a group of friends boards the train to trek home, disaster sneaks aboard with them. One among them becomes a monster, thanks to a deadly bioweapon. What follows is a frenetic battle for survival, with stakes reaching as high as the threat of World War Three if that bioweapon makes it to Europe.

A Train Ride Born From Parental Fears

So, what sparked this sinister tale? Adam Glass confesses that personal fears deeply inspired him. “I worried for my kids when they planned to backpack through Europe by train during the Ukraine conflict,” Glass reveals. These worries, coupled with pandemic lockdown reflections, carved the chilling concept of Blood Train.

He adds that an early vision for the story meant teaming up with Bernard Chang, one of his long-time favorite collaborators. Their shared passion is palpable, as Glass emphasizes their commitment to thrilling readers with every turn of the page.

When Collaboration Fuels Creativity

Bernard Chang, recalling the excitement, remarks, “Blood Train was an intense adventure! While ‘story’ is king, ‘collaboration’ makes it memorable.” He lauds his creative bond with Glass as they previously partnered on DC Comics’ Teen Titans. Their synergy oozes into the comic’s pulse, ensuring a heart-racing ride.

Their artwork collaboration culminates in the cover – a main by Chang and a variant by Michael Gaydos. Priced at $7.99 for 48 thrilling pages, Blood Train is sure to captivate horror aficionados.

Upcoming Releases and a Peek Inside

But before January 29 arrives, Ninth Circle dishes out a Hollywood twist with Freddie the Fix. This satire by Garth Ennis and Mike Perkins releases December 11. In the meantime, take a sneak peek at Blood Train’s gripping interiors below, offering a glimpse of its artistic prowess and storytelling craft.

As the horror imprint stokes anticipation, the Blood Train promises a ride that’s as enthralling as it is terrifying. Prepare for the journey – it’s one that could redefine the horror genre and keep readers anxiously awaiting more from Ninth Circle.