Powers and Blue Book co-creator Michael Avon Oeming is flying solo on a new miniseries that’s “loosely based on real events in 12th century England.” “Loosely” because, presumably, the actual events didn’t involve a raccoon monk who fought supernatural threats.
William of Newbury, thankfully, does include a cuddly raccoon monk who fights supernatural threats.
“William of Newbury wrote the first history of England,” said Oeming. “Which included accounts of the undead rising from graves and demons flying in the air. I love weird history and William personified it. Come and have some spooky fun with me; Newbury is a safe place to be scared!”
Here’s how Dark Horse describes the series:
William of Newbury is a tale suitable for all ages, fit for lovers of history, the supernatural and, of course, anthropomorphic folklore. William is a neurotic raccoon monk, fearful of the earthly world, but confident and unwavering in the face of true evil. He fights the dead to restore the peace, but his brother is intent on stopping him, fearing for his very soul! With untold darkness threatening the quaint and cute, yet deadly, town of Newbury, William will have to negotiate with thieves, evade his brother and the church, and battle with the undead and evil spirits!
Look for the first issue of four on May 29.
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