People have been sharing tales of historical figures, noble knights, and mythical creatures through ballads since the Middle Ages. Now, a new comic book series called ‘Rhymer’ is combining elements from traditional Scottish ballads with a modern-day twist: alien elves.
The comic book series, which is being released as a weekly digital series, revolves around a group of ancient Scottish ballad heroes who have been resurrected in a devastated post-apocalyptic world populated by alien elves. The characters in this story are tugged in multiple directions by loyalties to family, clan, and nation, as they struggle to make their own way and discover their own paths through the chaos and uncertainty.
Now, in the world of Rhymer, instead of noble knights, these old heroes now find themselves pitted against supernatural forces and alien creatures. Some of the characters are reluctantly thrust into the chaos and must battle against forces they barely understand, while others embrace their newfound powers and fight alongside their alien allies.
Scottish folklore has a storied history of kings and queens, magical creatures, and fantastic journeys, and all of these elements are present in the ‘Rhymer’ universe, but with a twist suitable for a post-apocalyptic setting. The series also introduces a fantastical new kind of elf, the ‘Elves of Abandoned Time,’ which adds a level of magic and mystery to the story.
The ‘Rhymer’ comic book series is the brainchild of writer and artist, Ran McCauley, and has been met with critical acclaim. Fans of fantasy comics have been lured into the story due to McCauley’s unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy elements, as well as his liberal reinterpretation of classic Scottish ballads. It’s a fresh and unusual approach to a post-apocalyptic world, and one that will likely delight readers for years to come as McCauley continues to expand the mythology with each new story arc.
Overall, ‘Rhymer’ is an imaginative and captivating story that is sure to engage fans of both Scottish folklore and post-apocalyptic fiction. McCauley’s use of folklore and sci-fi elements has produced a mythical universe that is sure to leave readers enthralled and excited for what’s to come.
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