Dark Horse Comics has partnered with Ubisoft to enrich the vast universe of Assassin’s Creed through an exhilarating new comic miniseries titled Assassin’s Creed Mirage: A Soar of Eagles. Crafted by writer Michael Avon Oeming, artist Mirko Colak, colorist Lauren Affe, and letterer Jimmy Bettancourt, this series will spotlight young Fulad in an intriguing narrative that precedes the events of Assassin’s Creed Mirage. Fans can expect the three-issue series to hit comic shops starting March 12, 2025, with captivating covers by Julie Dillon, known for her work on Stranger Things: Kamchatka.
Initially slated for a summer 2024 debut, A Soar of Eagles is the first comic set within the narrative tapestry of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, though it has been rescheduled to arrive in spring 2025. According to the synopsis:
“Years before the events of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, a young Fuladh must return to his homeland to investigate political unrest that could point to a secret Order of the Ancients stronghold. But in order to discover what’s behind the chaos and violence in Adulis, Fuladh and Roshan will have to confront a more immediate danger.”
Overview of Dark Horse’s Assassin’s Creed Comics
A Legacy of Comics Since 2010
Since its inception, Assassin’s Creed has proven to be not just a commercially successful video game franchise but also a rich source of storytelling across various media. The comic series associated with the franchise dates back to 2010 and has seen steady publication, with Dark Horse Comics stepping into the spotlight in 2020. Before Dark Horse’s involvement, the franchise’s narrative expansion was predominantly handled by Penguin and Titan Books. Among their early releases was the prequel comic Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Song of Glory, which complemented the launch of Valhalla. Their most recent offering, Assassin’s Creed: Visionaries, featured diverse non-canonical tales from various creators.
The writer of A Soar of Eagles, Michael Avon Oeming, is also recognized for his contributions to Blue Book and is famed as the artist behind the acclaimed superhero series Powers. Joining him in this venture is Mirko Colak, a seasoned artist whose resume includes notable works at Marvel Comics, including titles like Red Skull and The Punisher, alongside contributions to Dark Horse’s Lunar Lodge.
The Connection of Assassin’s Creed Mirage: A Soar of Eagles
Understanding Its Place in the Franchise Timeline
The Assassin’s Creed franchise has consistently allowed players to immerse themselves in the role of assassins navigating various historical contexts. Each entry, while interconnected, usually presents a self-contained storyline that grants developers the flexibility to explore different characters and eras. Having debuted in 2007 on PS3 and Xbox 360, the series has flourished, with the latest iteration, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, set to be released later this year.
The thirteenth installment in this beloved series, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, launched in 2023 and is set in a rich, detailed 9th Century Baghdad. It follows the journey of Basim Ibn Ishaq, a character introduced in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Notably, Roshan bint-La’Ahad, the central figure in A Soar of Eagles, serves as Basim’s mentor, weaving a deeper narrative connection within the franchise. Readers can look forward to the first issue of this thrilling comic on March 12, 2025.
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