Former WWE pro wrestlers, Marc Copani (Muhammad Hassan) & Shad Gaspard (Cryme Tyme) have completed their 255 page graphic novel "Assassin and Son Vol. 1: Path of Vengeance". A gritty urban-western set in present day New York following Donovan Braddock; a one-man killing unit who works with a team of assassins known as "The Horsemen." When Braddock tries to leave his old life behind, his wife is murdered in front of him and his young son, sending them both on an epic journey of revenge and consequence that becomes their "Path of Vengeance." Trailer: https://vimeo.com/39903235
Already the book has been receiving interest from several major publishers. Copani & Gaspard have decided to let fans read a sample of the 255 page series for FREE on YouTube (find that
HERE) from now until June 1st.
The book includes action and drama set to an undertone of eastern & western philosophies. The characters in the book range in multiple cultural backgrounds, including Asian, African American, European, Latino, and more. With art by Rascunho Studios Eder Messias, coloring by Joaquin Pereyra, and lettering by E.T "Marco" Dollman.
For more information on
Assassin and Son, go to
AssassinAndSon.com and check out the trailer below. You can find Shad on Twitter at
@Shadbeast and Mark at
@MarkCopani. There has also been talk of a big screen adaptation, so stay tuned to CBM for any further updates.