DARKCHYLDE, JASON HENDERSON AND APE ENTERTAINMENT TO HEADLINE INTERNATIONAL DEBUT
By The Editor
May 18, 2005 - 09:59
The exclusive services and potential profits of foreign licensing through International Enterprise have attracted some of comic's most talented names, as the new company announced today the critically-acclaimed Darkchylde series, Jason Henderson's Sword of Dracula mini-series, and Ape Entertainment's A Different Pace TPB as the inaugural properties of their full promotional launch, and the first titles International Enterprise will begin promoting to foreign publishers all over the world.
"We're thrilled to be a participant in the launch of International Enterprise, and their commitment to bring American comics to new audiences," says Darkchylde creator Randy Queen. "Darkchylde has enjoyed great success in foreign markets, even outselling X-Men and Spider-man in Europe, but there are still untapped territories, and books the European markets have yet to see. International Enterprise will help us in our endeavor to get as many eyes on Darkchylde as possible."
"We are very proud to welcome these first three titles to the Enterprise banner, because they're all good books that could translate to fans worldwide," comments International Rights Manager, Tim Hegarty. "The best part about doing this is that you get to work with books and creators you really like. I am a fan of all three of these series, and think our promotions and marketing of them will make fans of foreign publishers and their respective audiences, as well."
Originally published by Image Comics and Wildstorm in the late-90's, Darkchylde has remained one of the most impressive and successful horror stories in comics. Queen writes and illustrates this series featuring the stunning Ariel Chylde, a cursed southern teen who discovers she can become the creatures from her many nightmares and then must save her small town from the forces of darkness she's set free. International Enterprise now represents the rights to Volume One, The Legacy, Redemption and the Dreams of the Darkchylde properties, as well as the Summer Swimsuit Spectacular one-shot.
Another former Image title, Jason Henderson's Sword of Dracula is a contemporary revamp of the Dracula legend critics have called "the most unique take on Dracula in over a century." Dracula is portrayed as the world's foremost terrorist, a king on the run with a vampire army and an array of new powers – such as the ability to control and manipulate blood into massive weapons and fortresses. Greg Scott and Terry Pallot provide gritty black-and-white artwork to this action-packed sci-fi adventure. Recently optioned to become a major motion picture, all six issues of Sword of Dracula are now available to foreign publishers through International Enterprise!
Star Wars meets Tomb Raider in Ape Entertainment's A Different Pace black-and-white trade paperback, also represented by International Enterprise. Four, beautifully illustrated, self-contained tales introduce us to the sci-fi world of the lovely Lily and her rag-tag crew of space pirates who scour the galaxy in search of ancient treasure and grand adventure – and find plenty of trouble. Written by David Hedgeock and illustrated by Liew, Ramirez and Flippo, this charming collection features a cover by Leanne Buckley.
"These books are some of the best horror, sci-fi and fantasy books out there – and these are just the beginning," announces Hegarty. "And I can't think of a better way to start."