Midstate: A Psychological Crime Thriller Coming To Comixology Originals
Acclaimed colorist Lee Loughridge, known for his work on titles like Nostalgia and Batman Adventures, is set to make his writing debut with the series Midstate. The psychological crime thriller is set to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline and striking visuals. Scheduled for release on March 12, 2024, exclusively on Amazon’s Comixology Originals.
Loughridge shared that the inspiration for Midstate stemmed from a vivid dream, where he envisioned a man engaged in a conversation with a corpse, claiming to be speaking with “The Devil.” This haunting scenario served as the catalyst for the creation of Midstate, marking Loughridge’s foray into writing.
The series follows Paul Rinaldi, a disgraced clairvoyant in the small town of Ft. Arlington, VA. Rinaldi, who possesses remarkable psychic abilities, finds himself ostracized after being falsely accused of fraudulent behavior.
Determined to redeem himself, Rinaldi embarks on a journey to clear his name and restore his reputation with the help of rookie detective Abigail Dahlin. Together, they delve into a series of perplexing missing persons cases, with Rinaldi leveraging his psychic insights to aid in the investigations.
As the story unfolds, a mysterious figure in the form of Dr. Mark Jounce, a highly esteemed paraplegic doctor, emerges as a person of interest, prompting Rinaldi and Dahlin to intensify their efforts while facing ominous visions and mounting dangers.
In describing his transition from coloring to writing and coloring his own story, Loughridge expressed both the challenges and excitement of this creative evolution. His decades of experience in the comics industry culminate in MIDSTATE, where he endeavors to offer readers a truly engaging and immersive narrative.
With interior art and covers by Mack Chater, colors by Lee Loughridge, and lettering and design by Rob Tweedie, Midstate #1 is poised to showcase Loughridge’s multifaceted talents and storytelling vision. The debut issue is available now!
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