![]() ![]() The concept and world may wear its influences on its sleeve, but it’s handled in such a way that it’s just a treat to see how and where these influences manifest in the story. This story pulls heavily from classic literary works like Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Sherlock Holmes, and even Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness. Instead of Lovecraftian monstrosities or undead Russian wizards, Meinhardt and Knox hunt down good ol’ vampires. ![]() Mignola has once again imagined a brilliantly unique yet somewhat familiar supernatural landscape with lore pulled from European and literary mythologies. From chasing vampires in the Carpathian Mountains to being pursued by werewolves, the two inquisitive slayers meet a cast of strange and intriguing characters both villain and ally in their quest against creatures of the night. ![]() Knox, and Mary Van Sloan set out on a series of monster hunts and misadventures. Higgins Comes Home, Professor Meinhardt, Mr. In a story that follows the characters from Mr. Knox is a unique and intelligent monster tale steeped in literary tradition and comedy in a way that only Mignola’s imagination can offer. Our Encounters With Evil: Adventures of Professor J.T. From the mind of Hellboy, creator Mike Mignola and writer/artist Warwick Johnson-Cadwell comes a new graphic novel steeped in folklore and classic monster myth. ![]()
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