![]() ![]() So you can tell that this work is more than just an effort to capitalize on a fantasy name. In fact, Russell collaborated with Moorcock, the original series’ author, when writing the script for this one. The story is a faithful and moving adaptation of the novel Stormbringer. But I can now safely say that the Elric Stormbringer is well-deserving of that accolade. I am a little embarrassed to say that I had not heard about it before reading it despite the Eisner Award-winning status of this comic series. But though the quest begins somewhat simplistically, it culminates in a climactic battle of Law and Chaos that will reshape the very world itself. Though he is loathed to use it once again, he has no choice but to take up his hated sword Stormbringer and seek out his wife’s captors. In a flash, Zarozinia has been taken, and Elric is left to decide what comes next. ![]() Though they are dreaming peacefully, this sleep is soon disturbed by the forces of Chaos. With the stage set, we then shift to Elric and his wife, Zarozinia, asleep in bed. Primarily, his early life and rise to prominence as a kinslayer, conqueror, and king. ![]() The story begins with a brief recounting of Elric’s history. These comics cover the final story of Elric of Melnibone, known as Stormbringer. This hardcover collects a series of seven comics published in 1997. Craig Russell, colorist Lovern Kindzierski, and letterer Galen Showman. The Michael Moorcock Library: Elric Stormbringer is published by Titan Comics. ![]()
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