Episode 64: Comic Creator Tony Parker

Blue Tiger Revenge

And just like that, the tiger is back!

To celebrate our reemergence from the solitude of the mist shrouded mountains we sit down with comic artist and writer, Tony Parker!

The actual saying goes “history is written by the victors. History is filled with liars. If he lives, and we die, his truth becomes written - and ours is lost.” And in Tony’s new book , “Medusa,” the mythic villainess challenges her own portrayal in the historical literature.

The infamous Greek monster, snake hair woman who’s glance turns mortals to stone; Medusa! What if she was not quite who the ancient scribes would us believe. What if she was in all reality a hero; a fabled warrior who rises when needed to challenge the forces who look to suppress and control. A cursed woman who throughout the pantheon of written history has quietly fought against those who try and unravel the very fabric of humanity. That is just what Parker has done in his new graphic novel, “Medusa.”

It’s a very fresh take on mythic character. Foundationally, the concept is the ultimate challenge to one of the longest standing patriarchal portrayals. Taking a well established female figure that is not only marred by the gods, but who’s curse perception has persisted into modern pop; and telling her story from a very different angle.

This action paced thriller is a brilliant “face-lift” to a classic monster and we are here for it. With colors from one of the best in the industry and my fellow classmate, Tamra Bonvillain! “Medusa” drops this October from Dark Horse comics.

-T

A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help.

Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists!

And check out “TAIGA”, Tadd’s latest graphic novel with new pages weekly. Exclusively at patreon.com/gnarpig

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