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Michael Moorcock's Elric 1-4 Boxed Set

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Michael Moorcock's Elric 1-4 Boxed Set presents stunning graphic novel adaptations of the classic Elric of Melnibone fantasy novels. Follow Elric, the albino emperor whose empire is threatened by betrayal and conflict, as he wields the fabled demon-sword Stormbringer under the dark influence of the chaotic god Arioch. Journey through the epic quadrilogy—The Ruby Throne, Stormbringer, The White Wolf, and The Dreaming City—where Elric faces exile, loss, and battles for survival in a richly detailed high fantasy world. The set includes three collectible art cards.
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Ideal for fans of classic and high fantasy, graphic novel readers, and admirers of detailed, atmospheric artwork. Also suited to enthusiasts of Michael Moorcock's work and those who enjoy epic tales of heroic struggle akin to Game of Thrones and Lord of the Rings.

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The boxed-set collection of the stunning comic adaptations of the classic Elric of Melnibone novels by Michael Moorcock! Including art cards featuring the cover art from the individual books.

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Elric and fantasy fans will love these stunning comic adaptations of the classic Elric of Melniboné novels by Michael Moorcock, collected together for the first time! Includes three stunning art cards!

Elric of Melniboné is the tortured hero of Michael Moorcock's classic fantasy novels. His stories are brought to life in these exquisite graphic novel adaptations, collected together in this glorious boxed set for the first time!

Fans of Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and high fantasy fiction will reap the thrills and spills of this epic quadrilogy!

Includes three fantastic art cards!

The Ruby Throne
Elric, the albino emperor, has ruled Melniboné for millennia—a feat made possible through magic and various herbs that serve to strengthen and prolong his life. However, Elric's empire is crumbling before him and now his envious cousin and prince of Melniboné, Yyrkoon, plots to claim the Ruby Throne for himself.

Yet when Elric's people come under the threat of a pirate attack, Elric believes that he can once again restore his authority and regain their faith by defeating the pirates. However, the true cost of this task will force him to reveal his allegiance to the dark Arioch, the most dominant of the Lords of Chaos...

Stormbringer
When his people are mercilessly massacred, Elric, the albino former Emperor of the ancient island of Melniboné, is cast out into the world. However, fate brings him into the possession of Stormbringer—the fabled, bloodthirsty demon-sword that will sustain him and dominate his destiny.

The White Wolf
A year has passed since Elric left Imrryr, his palace and his throne, leaving behind a heartbroken Cymoril. For a year he has walked the Young Kingdoms, under the distant gaze of his protector, Arioch. A year since he traded his skills as a wizard and fighter to the highest bidder, forging, in each battle, the legend of the albino warrior whose Black Sword terrifies the bravest of warriors. Today he is no longer Elric de Melniboné, the four hundred and twenty-eighth Emperor of the people of R'lin K'ren A'a. Today, the Young Kingdoms know him as the White Wolf.

The Dreaming City
The albino emperor, Elric of Melniboné, is exiled from his home and cursed to walk the land under the influence of the god of chaos, Arioch. With his sword Stormbringer, Elric must find his way through the unknown, unaware he is being sought by his long-lost love. But is she looking to rekindle their love, or something far more sinister?

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Critics have praised this adaptation for its gripping narrative and exquisite detail, with Pop Mythology and Comic Spectrum awarding it 5 out of 5 stars. The artwork is frequently described as magnificent and breathtaking, bringing the ancient city of Melnibone vividly to life, drawing comparisons to Moebius and Dune. Fans of both literary and visual fantasy will appreciate this richly crafted tale, deemed by Paradox Comics Group as the finest Moorcock adaptation. The set is recommended for those who enjoy Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, and high-quality comic art.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787738546

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 142g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Comic book writer, game author and journalist Julien Blondel worked as a radio host for 14 years before becoming a DJ.
In 1994, he abandoned the electronica scene for a career in writing. Since then he's written numerous successful screenplays, comics and short stories.

Jean-Luc Cano is an author and director for television, film and video games. He wrote the original story for the hit game Life Is Strange.

Robin Recht has illustrated DmC: Devil May Cry, dark romance series Totendom, and the Julius trilogy, a prequel series to the Third Testament series, coming soon from Titan Comics.

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