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Richv1
Jazma V.P.
Canada
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 Posted - 07/09/2012 : 1:52:16 PM
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Ian Brill
Creator/Writer for Dracula World Order: The Beginning
Published by: Ian Brill
Interviewed by: Richard Vasseur/Jazma VP
Posted: 09/07/2012
Rich: How did you decide on Dracula as a character to use in your comic?
Ian: I wanted to tell the story of power, and a world destroyed by greed. I also like stories with the classic monsters of pop culture, so to give Dracula the world was the culmination of many interests.
Rich: Who is Alexandru and why is he doing what he is doing?
Ian: He’s one of many children of Dracula, but the only one who has had a lot of access to the paterfamilias. After Alexandru’s mother committed suicide Alexandru became Dracula’s right hand man. He saw Dracula take over the world. But now he wants to free the world, because he saw what living under Dracula’s rule did to his mother. Now he wants to save the world from such a fate.
Rich: Can you describe the world Dracula has created?
Ian: The way vampires rule over human is different in different countries, but it’s all an outgrowth of the original Dracula character. Humans are food but there is also the Renfield factor, humans used as servants and slaves. Exploitation takes many different forms, and this co-dependence the human and vampires races have on each other creates many different complications. In the comic we see one particular way vampires have changed living habits. Their attitude towards living a luxurious life is a great fuel for drama.
Rich: Why did you decide to use four different artists on this comic?
Ian: I loved working with all four of these artists when I was an editor. I am such a fan of how Tonci, Rahsan, Declan, and Gabriel tell stories that I felt working with them would challenge me to be better, and I am always looking for a challenge.
Rich: Would you say the various artists styles are similar?
Ian: There are similarities and differences. I know they are fans of each other, and you can see similar influences in all. But they each have a unique style of delivery, and I tried to tailor each story to that. I made sure Tonci’s story had a minimal number of panels and was real sleek action. Then we go into Rahsan’s story, which has lush but also horrific environments and details.
Rich: Besides Dracula and Alexandru who are a few of the other characters?
Ian: There’s Vince, who is the last vampire hunter. He’s the human, the one who’s seen how bad the other 99% of the planet have it. He also suffered a loss similar to Alexandru’s, but by Alexandru’s own hand. Mai is mutant snake woman. She’s in between human and monster, so there’s a tension there that can be played with, plus the fact that she has not what I would call superpowers but certainly horror-powers.
Rich: Will there be a second issue of "Dracula World Order"?
Ian: I and some other people are working on more issues. I will announce more information when I can. This is a story I’m going to do all I can to keep around for a long, long time.
Rich: Do you believe vampires could exist for real?
Ian: No, I’m pretty skeptical in real life. I like to keep the make believe in the pages.
Rich: How was your time working on "Darkwing Duck", what most stood out for you about it?
Ian: That was my first series, and I learned a lot about serial storytelling, specifically balancing story elements and weaving various plot lines through an issue. There’s a science to it that I find fascinating. It’s a constant learning process.
Rich: You have worked as an editor how does that compare to writing?
Ian: It’s incredibly rewarding when you hold in your hands a comic you’ve overseen every aspect of. Working with so many talented people was an amazing education, and it also taught me a deeper appreciation for comics. With writing your own personal ideas are on the line, and it requires a different outlook and skills. But to have the stories I want to tell out there are the accomplishments I treasure the most.
Rich: What do you have planned next?
Ian: I’m writing for a new series for BOOM! Studios that will be announced soon, plus I’m putting together more independent books.
Rich: How do you keep busy when your not working on comics?
Ian: I enjoy writing in other media, as another way to push myself. I’m working on a short film with friends right now.
Rich: How can someone contact you?
Ian: It’s best to go through the DWO e-mail theworldwillbleed@gmail.com
Rich: Any words for all the fans of your work?
Ian: My immense gratitude to people who enjoy my work. They provide a tremendous inspiration to me.
Richard Vasseur |
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Ian Brill Creator/Writer "Dracula World Order"
