Edenfrost: A Harrowing Fantasy Journey is Coming to Mad Cave Studios

Edenfrost: A Harrowing Fantasy Journey is Coming to Mad Cave Studios

Edenfrost is a brand-new historical fiction/fantasy series from Mad Cave Studios. The story follows siblings Alex and Yuli on their perilous journey through the ravaged lands of Ukraine during the tumultuous Russian Civil War. The series is written by award-winning author, Amit Tishler whose beloved work includes Animals and Mr. Pickles, and features art and colors by Bruno Frenda, renowned for his work on Heavy Metal and Carnivalia, as well as letters from Ringo Award winner, Taylor Esposito.

Mad Cave‘s description of Edenfrost reads:

After losing their parents in a pogrom, teenage siblings Alex and Yuli use the mystical power of a Golem to survive the chaos of the Russian Civil War. In a harrowing journey through war-torn Ukraine, the duo will face the harsh reality of warfare, ethnic bias, and national pride as they fight for their own place in the world.

Tishler shared that this is a very personal and pertinent story for them, saying:

“Edenfrost is a deeply personal and pertinent story, born from an amalgamation of my own philosophies, interests, family history, and artistic passions. I wanted to create an epic journey that’s exciting and entertaining but also delivers a nuanced and insightful message about the concept of identity. Utilizing my lifelong interest in history, I infused fantastical elements into a historically authentic setting, throwing my young, wide-eyed protagonists straight into its deep, dark waters.

I want readers to experience this chaotic chapter of human history through Alex and Yuli’s eyes and understand their story’s relevance to our world today. But more than anything, I want everyone to enjoy the mystery, tension, and thrilling action that this emotional rollercoaster has to offer, and I can’t wait for you to read it.”

Frenda added:

“Edenfrost is a project to which I am particularly committed, as it is the first time as an artist that I have been entrusted with a complete miniseries, and in this particular case I also had the opportunity to challenge myself as a complete artist, processing the pages from the layouts down to the colors. Amit won me over immediately when he showed me the prologue, and I can say that Edenfrost is a captivating and action-packed work, I hope it can impress you as much as it did with me!”

As the entry point in a partnership between Mad Cave and Tishler, they have come out of the gate with a wonderful fantasy story that holds big importance for not only Tishler but also for any reader that jumps into this captivating series. Although being spun into a fantasy adventure, this story carries much weight and an important message that many readers should take a chance on and add to their pull list!

Edenfrost #1 will be available at your favorite local comic shop and digitally in November 2023.

Check out the preview below: