Acclaimed comic book writer Ram V returns to the show for an in-depth conversation about his most ambitious creative project to date (in my mind anyway,) a new nine volume graphic novel series called Deicidium and we spend a little time on his new DC Comics Vertigo project The Black Tower: The Raven Conspiracy.
Ram opened up about the necessity of taking a recent creative break to recharge, step out of his comfort zone, and flex new narrative muscles beyond the monthly superhero title grind. Fresh and ready to till new ground, he breaks down his massive new sci-fi graphic novel series, Deicidium, launching via French publisher Morgan to be distributed in English language markets through Image Comics. Our discussion explores the philosophical and mythological themes behind the book, its global release strategy, and the collaborative partnership with artist Evan Cagle.
The conversation then shifts to Ram's new DC Vertigo series, The Black Tower: The Raven Conspiracy, where he's reunited with the fan-favorite Swamp Thing creative team of Mike Spicer(Spicy) and Mike Perkins(Perky;) sharing the inspirations behind this occult spy thriller, diving into British espionage roots, and the esoteric history of the Tower of London's ancient myths.
Additionally, Ram touches on his unique perspective as an international creator working within the American comics industry, the value of emotional sincerity over post-ironic cynicism in superhero comics, and teases an upcoming painted horror project.
🎶 - Show notes
🏛️ - Byron's recommendation of Unique Spaces
🎥 - Ram's Indian horror film recommendation Bramayugam
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