Robin Hood is depicted as a self-serving murderer, aligned with King Richard, in Mad Cave Studios' Nottingham. The third and final volume of the series marks its conclusion, featuring a climactic battle between the Sheriff and Robin for control of Nottingham. The dedicated creative team, including the acclaimed letterer Justin Birch, has devoted years to this project, ensuring a finale packed with action, twists, and new revelations.
Mad Cave Studios has unveiled a preview of the final arc of "Nottingham," a comic series that gives a dark spin to the Robin Hood legend.
Summary
Robin Hood is depicted as a self-serving murderer, aligned with King Richard in Mad Cave Studios' "Nottingham." The third and final volume will serve as the series finale, showcasing a climactic battle between the Sheriff and Robin Hood for control of Nottingham. The creative team, including acclaimed letterer Justin Birch, has dedicated years to completing the series, promising action, twists, and new revelations in the concluding arc.
Robin Hood and his Merry Men are set to return in the upcoming finale of "Nottingham" by Mad Cave Studios. This dark reinterpretation of the legendary hero will also feature the return of Everard Blackthorne, the Sheriff of Nottingham. The city has changed, and with the King on his way back, a final confrontation looms.
"Nottingham" has spanned two volumes and a spin-off series, "Tales from Nottingham." These stories lead into the third and final volume, beginning with "Nottingham #11." The finale brings together the creative talents of David Hazan, Shane Connery Volk, Luca Romano, and Justin Birch.
This reimagined Robin Hood is no longer the champion of the poor but a selfish figure looking out for himself and King Richard the Lionheart. He ruthlessly eliminates any obstacles, whether they be noblemen or law enforcers.
Mad Cave Studios Returns to Its Dark Vision of Nottingham in Concluding Volume
Starting April 10, the third arc, titled "The Last Tithe," will serve as the series finale. This arc will once again pit the Sheriff against Robin Hood in their struggle for Nottingham. The series has garnered attention, winning the 2019 Talent Search and adding acclaimed comic creators like Ringo Award-nominated letterer Justin Birch. Already, the series has redefined the Robin Hood legend, turning the hero into more of a villain. The finale will span five issues, released monthly.
Synopsis
The Changing of the Guard: Everard Blackthorne, the Sheriff of Nottingham, returns to find a city transformed. With the Merry Men in control and Robin Hood and the King closing in, blood, panic, and treachery are rampant.
Nottingham's Creative Team Reflects on the Upcoming Finale, Promising More Grim Storytelling
Chas! Pangburn, Mad Cave Studios' editor, says: "From the 2019 Mad Cave talent search to now, David Hazan and Shane Connery Volk have poured blood, sweat, and ink into countless panels of the 'Nottingham' franchise. With Luca Romano and Justin Birch, this team is closing out their tale with a quiver full of action, twists, and new revelations. In the indie world, completing a series is a significant achievement, so we’re incredibly proud of this team for telling their complete story in a way that will satisfy both new readers and longtime fans. This is the beginning of the end!"
David Hazan, series writer, adds: "This is it! Volume 3! It’s incredibly gratifying to be able to do this again, and I’m thankful to all the fans who took a chance on our first book. This volume is the culmination of our work over the last four years, so get ready for more of our Sheriff and your favorites. But don’t get too attached because, in 'The Final Tithe,' Nottingham will burn and heads will roll!"
Shane Connery Volk, Nottingham artist, says: "It’s bittersweet knowing this is the end, but if you're gonna go out, go out with a bang! 'Nottingham Vol. 3' is the Sheriff’s worst day on the job yet. Time to burn the whole thing down!"
Luca Romano, colorist, reflects on the Sheriff of Nottingham's character: "Ah, poor Ev—A life in servitude. Beaten and beater, over and over. Is it guilt that brought you back to the usurped lion’s den, despite a chance for a clean slate? Is it duty? Misplaced honor? No matter now, the Lion is back, and the streets of Nottingham promise only misery and death."
"Nottingham #11" will be available on April 10 from Mad Cave Studios.
Nottingham #11 (2024)
- Writer: David Hazan
- Artist: Shane Connery Volk
- Colorist: Luca Romano
- Letterer: Justin Birch
- Cover Artists: Shane Connery Volk & Luca Romano