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RATED: MATURE READERS 17+

PAGE COUNT: 24

After the sell-out success of The Dark Chronicles of Cymru 1 & 2 which is now on it's 3rd print run of each issue, we are back with another volume!

WELSH EDITION

As well as the English language version we wanted to do something special and include the FIRST Welsh Language Comic on Kickstarter!

🐲WHAT IS THE DARK CHRONICLES OF CYMRU?

It's a Horror comic anthology of stories which features tales of Cymru, a land rich with folklore and mystery. Expect tales to take place from the treacherous depths of the ocean to the shadowy corners of haunted woods, the stories within this anthology are born from the very soul of Welsh heritage.

Each will invite you to journey deeper into the dark heart of Wales, where myths are not just stories but living, breathing entities that shape the world around them.

📝PLOT

A declining Welsh village tries to revive the Mari Lwyd tradition as a harmless heritage event to attract tourists. The story follows a widowed father and son as they volunteer to help with the event which ends up taking a dark turn.

Stories covered in Volume #1 & #2 -

Morgens Chantey [12 PAGES] - Writer | David Thomas. Artist | Kamila Krol. Colours | Karla Aguilar. Letters | Joseph Oliveira

A dark tale based on Morgens which are the enchanting Welsh mermaids, lure the unwary with their otherworldly beauty and melodic voices, hiding dark intentions beneath serene waters.

Gerlert [12 PAGES] - Writer | Letters | Joseph Oliveira. Artist | Ellenor Mereid.

An emotional tale based on Gelert is a legendary wolfhound associated with the village of Beddgelert in Gwynedd, north-west Wales.

Y Cyhyraeth [6 PAGES] - Writer | Paul Evans. Artist & Letters | Mariel Ashlinn

A teacher plagued by haunting visions struggles to decipher a chilling message from a ghostly figure as reality and nightmare collide.

Legend of Llyn y Fan Fach [12 PAGES] - Writer | Letters | Joseph Oliveira. Artist | Kamila Krol. Colours | Karla Aguilar.

In the remote Welsh Highlands, a lonely shepherd named Samuel encounters a mysterious woman emerging from a lake, leading to a tragic love story bound by a promise of kindness and the haunting consequences of betrayal.

Cobylnau [6 PAGES] - Writer | Connor Roberts. Artist & Letters | Mariel Ashlinn.

Deep within the treacherous mines of Wales, a group of miners discovers the helpful knocks of the Coblynau.

🛍️REWARDS

EXCLUSIVITY | You will NOT be able to buy this comic ONLINE or in Comic Shops anywhere for a minimum of 3 months after the book has been published.

✍️PRODUCTION

The artwork for the book is 100% complete.

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦THE TEAM

Cover Artist - Carlos Barocelli

Carlos Barocelli is a highly regarded comic artist and illustrator with over two decades of experience in the industry. Known for his intricate visuals and compelling storytelling, Carlos has collaborated with publishers and creators around the globe, contributing to an array of graphic novels and comic series.

In addition to his artistic achievements, Carlos also runs a drawing school where he mentors aspiring artists, fostering creativity and teaching the craft of visual storytelling. His passion for both creating and educating has cemented his legacy as a leading figure in the comic book industry.

Writer - Joseph Oliveira

Joseph Oliveira is a Welsh/Madeiran UK-based comic book writer, editor, and publisher, best known for his work in independent horror comics. He is the founder of AfterLight Comics, a Wales-based publishing company established around 2018.

Oliveira has built a reputation in the indie comics scene as a prolific horror storyteller, creating and overseeing dozens of titles that explore folklore, psychological horror, and supernatural themes. Notable works associated with him include:

Wendigo Wood
Ghost Island
Stay Awake
Slasher Royale

Artist - Enio Christines

Enio Christines is a Brazilian comic book artist and illustrator known for his expressive, atmospheric artwork.

Colourist - Karla Aguilar

Karla Aguilar is a skilled comic colourist whose moody, story-driven colouring has brought a number of pages to life at Afterlight Comics.

📚AFTERLIGHT COMICS ADD - ON CATALOGUE

Add-ons are rewards backers can add to their pledges. Any extra item that complements the primary reward. These rewards will appear after you've pledged.

🕯️WHO ARE WE?

Afterlight Comics is an Independent Horror Comics Publisher based in Wales, United Kingdom. Established by Welsh-Madeiran Writer/Founder Joseph Oliveira in late 2018.

We've published 70+ Horror Comic titles including Folk-Horror Series Wendigo Wood, Supernatural Horror Ghost Island, Psychological Horror, Stay Awake, Rise of the Goatman and more...We believe we hold the candlelight for all of your Horror Comic reading needs🕯️

We've funded and fulfilled 68+ crowdfunding campaign raising over $500,000 to date that also include our folklore card games in the form of Clash of the Cryptids & Clash of the Yokai.

In 2024 we began our expansion in to comic shops worldwide and we now release multiple comics in stores on a monthly basis.

How did it all begin at Afterlight Comics?

🛒RETAILERS

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The Dark Chronicles of Cymru #1-#3 A Horror Comic, Mari Lwyd

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