Stranger Things: A Nostalgic Tale with A Fresh Twist
The ‘80s might be a haven of horrors in the town of Hawkins, Indiana, but the newest storyline in the Stranger Things universe is set to pull fans out of their comfort zone. Leaving the familiar streets of Hawkins, Stranger Things: The Voyage propels readers on an unnerving journey across waters, drawing inspiration from the recent film, “The Last Voyage of the Demeter.” The twist? Expect a Demogorgon on board.
A Voyage Rife with Mystery and Peril
Captain Jacoby, our new protagonist, might be no stranger to perilous journeys, but he’s about to face his most ominous voyage yet. Money troubles force the Captain to accept a job that most would balk at – ferrying a suspicious group of Russians from Alaska on his freighter ship, The Persephone. While specifics remain under wraps, the ship’s journey will be marred by not just looming storms and eerie doctors, but also the series’ signature horror – the Demogorgon.
The Team Behind The Voyage: Familiar Faces Promise Brilliance
It’s not just the narrative that has fans buzzing with anticipation. Stranger Things: The Voyage is being brought to life by a team with a stellar track record in the franchise. Michael Moreci, the brain behind other Stranger Things titles like Kamchatka and Halloween Special, pens this new story. Todor Hristov’s illustrations – familiar to fans from his work on Stranger Things: Kamchatka – will grace the pages, with Francesco Segala’s vibrant colors and Nate Piekos’ precise lettering complementing the artwork. And for those who love collecting, the series boasts breathtaking cover art, including creations by artists like Marc Aspinall, Kyle Lambert, Diego Galindo, and even Hristov himself.
Echoes of The Last Voyage of the Demeter
“The Last Voyage of the Demeter” was more than just a film; it was a deep dive into a tantalizing yet brief moment from Bram Stoker’s Dracula. It narrated the unsettling journey of the ship, Demeter, as it transported the deadly Count Dracula, leading to the demise of its crew. This spine-chilling atmospheric terror is now being channeled into Stranger Things: The Voyage, where the Demogorgon steps into the shoes of Count Dracula, turning a seemingly simple voyage into a fight for survival.
There’s also an enticing possibility that this comic might bridge a key plot from Stranger Things’ fourth season – the mystery surrounding the appearance of a Demogorgon in a Russian prison. Is The Voyage the tale of how it got there? Only time will tell.
Await the Horror Aboard The Persephone
For fans of Stranger Things, this fresh installment is more than just another story. It’s a tantalizing blend of familiar horror with new challenges, set in a claustrophobic atmosphere aboard The Persephone. Dive into this epic tale when Stranger Things: The Voyage releases its first issue on November 1, 2023, courtesy of Dark Horse Comics. Make sure to mark your calendars!
