Charlie Stickney’s GLARIEN: Now Live on Kickstarter!

From the world of White Ash, comes GLARIEN, as told through the eyes of Rachel, a young woman living in 1970’s NYC

The White Ash universe is expanding! Just launched on Kickstarter, is Glarien #2, from fan-favorite comics writer Charlie Stickney, with art by Romina Moranelli, colors by Fin Cramb and letters by Conor Hughes.

This exciting stand-alone mature fantasy miniseries is the continuation of the tale of the early days of White Ash’s most dangerous elf, as told through the eyes of Rachel, a young woman living in 1970’s New York City. A new fan-favorite, Glarien #1, was a huge success, becoming one of the largest single-issue Kickstarters of all-time, with over 1700 backers!

Glarien tells the tale of two women and the different paths they take to overcome life-altering tragedies. Jumping from the elf realm of ancient Alfheim to the gritty streets of New York City circa 1971, two seemingly-unrelated tales will slowly weave together to reveal a critical piece of White Ash’s complicated past.

Oh, and because Glarien is involved, expect carnage…

Creator Charlie Stickney spoke of the project:

“One of the themes that runs through White Ash is, as much as we try to forge our own, unique path in life, the shadow of those who came before us hangs heavy. The story of Glarien not only servers as window into the history of who she was, but events that transpire in the mini-series will have a huge impact on how the modern day story of White Ash unfolds—

Working with Romina is amazing and bringing her on board for Glarien was one of the best creative decisions I’ve made. She loves drawing the character, which you can see in the energy and passion that ripple through her images. And while Conor is an absolutely incredible artist in his own right, there’s something fitting about having a woman bringing Glarien’s coming of age story to life.

I think many people who enjoy White Ash love it for its grounded, urban fantasy approach to storytelling. That said, it’s nice to do a deep dive into high fantasy now and then. Glarien gives our fans a chance to scratch that itch. And for those who have come to White Ash through Glarien, it’s a great entry point into a larger world that’s only getting bigger.”

Charlie Stickney and White Ash co-creator Conor Hughes will be in attendance at San Diego Comic-Con (July 21 – 24) at Small Press table L-10. An exclusive 200 print limited edition issue of Glarien: Truth in the Shadows, featuring a never-before-seen issue that features an exclusive cover by Liana Kangas, will also be available, with signings Friday, July 22 from 3-4pm, and Saturday, July 23 from 11-12pm.

Charlie Stickney is the writer and co-creator of The Game, writer of The Adept for Immortal Studios, producer of the award-winning documentary The Entertainers, and helped create the animated series Horrible Histories and Cosmic Quantum Ray.

Think Red Sonja meets Taxi Driver… but with Elves and Demons. Glarien is for mature audiences only.

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