TMP Introduces RAT CITY – New Sci-Fi Series in The Spawn Universe

Todd McFarlane Productions proudly presents a new comic book title RAT CITY, a futuristic series set within the Spawn Universe mythology. Written by award-winning writer Erica Schultz (check out our interview with Erica about Rat City: https://comiccrusaders.com/comic-crusaders-podcast-384-erica-schultz/), she is the first female to join Spawn’s universe on a regular basis. The new title will also feature stunning artwork by Zé Carlos who will help readers go on a visual ride through Rat City’s dystopian future landscape.

Set nearly a hundred years in the future, is a world ravaged by corruption and inequality. RAT CITY will follow the gripping tale of former solider Peter Cairn, known as ‘The Deviant.’ Unlike traditional HellSpawn, Peter’s transformation is not orchestrated by Hell itself, but instead by an unforeseen twist of fate, catalyzed by an unthinkable act from the original Spawn, Al Simmons himself.

RAT CITY explores themes of loss, survival, and reinvention against the backdrop of a society divided between the privileged elite and the downtrodden masses. Through Peter’s eyes, readers will witness the harsh realities of a world where the line between right and wrong is blurred, and the consequences of one man’s actions ripple across an entire city.

“We wanted to tell a compelling story about a man whose life was turned upside down by circumstances beyond his control,” said writer Erica Schultz. “Peter, and perhaps others like him, are collateral damage in Al Simmons’ war…we’ll see the consequences of that unending conflict.”

Accompanying Schultz’s riveting storytelling is the artwork of Zé Carlos, whose illustrations depict the gritty streets of RAT CITY. Drawing inspiration from decades of sci-fi classics, Carlos creates a visually stunning landscape that serves as a character in its own right.

“Having other talented creators play within and add to the sandbox of Spawn’s history is always a pleasure to watch over. Erica is a highly sought-after talent as a writer, period. That she also brings along a female perspective is just an added bonus that will help flesh out some of these wonderful characters she has created. While artist Zé Carlos always delivers on bringing his skills to every project he works on… I’m glad this is his and Erika’s project right now!” Todd McFarlane went on to mention – “This book is also set in the future, so there is no need to have read past record-setting Spawn titles. You can use this book as a jumping point – as my goal for Rat City and other upcoming new titles is to give readers as many different options as possible. This book I’d put in the Sci-Fi category.”

The debut issue of RAT CITY is scheduled for release on April 10^th, with pre-orders ending March 18^th. Fans of the Spawn Universe and newcomers alike can look forward to a captivating tale of courage, redemption, and the enduring human spirit.

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About Spawn and Legendary Artist and Spawn Creator Todd McFarlane

Todd McFarlane’s Spawn is one of the world’s best-selling and longest-running monthly creator-owned comic books, with hundreds of millions sold worldwide in more than 120 countries. 2019 marked the year that legendary artist Todd McFarlane made history with the release of the historic Spawn #300 and record-breaking Spawn #301. These milestones have earned McFarlane the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the world’s longest-running creator-owned superhero comic book series.

SPAWN is currently a top 5 monthly selling title on the Diamond Distributors Top 100 Chart and was one of the best-selling comic titles for all of 2019. SPAWN was the only title to have two issues in the Top 11. SPAWN #300 claimed the #2 spot. The World Record Breaking SPAWN #301 placed #11 on a list of more than 8000 books published in 2019.

The comic became an Emmy Award-winning animated series on HBO and a live-action feature film that grossed more than $100 million.

In 2020, the new release of a SPAWN figure on Kickstarter set a new Kickstarter record, in its category, for raising just under $3.5 million in 30 days. That figure was also recently awarded the prestigious People’s Choice 2021 Toy of The Year (TOTY) by The Toy Association, Inc

McFarlane established himself as a force in the entertainment world. McFarlane has won 2 Grammy nominations, 2 Emmy-Awards, 2 MTV Video Music Awards, 1 Canadian Much Music Award, and more than 150 International awards in action figures, comic books, and publishing.

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