Mad Cave Studios announces 'Dog Tag', a six-issue series that will narrate World War II through the eyes of Tom Fuller, a soldier and journalist. The story, created by Mark Russell and PJ Holden, will span 1945 from Normandy to the Pacific, based on little-known real events. The approach promises to move away from traditional epic to show the rawness and anonymous sacrifices.
From Documented Script to Classic Pencil: The Creation Process ✏️
Mark Russell starts from historical research to build a script that prioritizes verisimilitude and the voice of the main character. PJ Holden, known for his work on publications like 2000 AD, applies a clear and narrative drawing style, with a focus on character expressiveness and action scene composition. The inking and coloring seek a palette that reflects the era, avoiding glamour to convey the harshness of the conflict.
Normandy: The First Day on the Job Was a Bit Hectic 😅
Imagine your first day in a new job is the Normandy Landings. No adaptation period, no welcome coffee, and a performance evaluation that literally consists of not dying. Fuller must think that any subsequent day in the newsroom, no matter how tense, will seem like a peaceful retreat. At least on the beach, there was no spam in the email.