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What is Aruku Akumu?

 Aruku Akumu (translated as “Walking Nightmare”) is a samurai's tale in early feudal Japan filled with dark fantasy folklore and supernatural horror. A story of honor, revenge and damnation. This comic series is a nod to the 1980's black and white indie comics explosion and a homage to the Japanese samurai horror films of the 1950's & 1960's.      

MEET THE CREATIVE TEAM

CALEB ADY - ARTIST

WILLIE SCHUBERT - LETTER

LUKE STOKES - WRITER

 Hailing from Colorado Springs, Caleb Ady has been passionate about art since childhood, where he found his love for drawing. His dedication led to early commissions in high school and advanced studies in graphic design and illustration. Caleb has made his mark as a variant cover artist, contributing to titles like Trample, Department of 

 Hailing from Colorado Springs, Caleb Ady has been passionate about art since childhood, where he found his love for drawing. His dedication led to early commissions in high school and advanced studies in graphic design and illustration. Caleb has made his mark as a variant cover artist, contributing to titles like Trample, Department of Truth, Call of the Totem, and Blood & Fire. In 2024, he won Todd McFarlane's Spawnuary Villain Category and has also been a guest artist for Mythica.  Look for Caleb's variant covers on titles such as :  Department of Truth, In Bloom, Tankers, Jabberjaw, Little Red Ronin, Happy Place, and Call of the Totem 

LUKE STOKES - WRITER

WILLIE SCHUBERT - LETTER

LUKE STOKES - WRITER

 A creative force in the comic book world, Luke Stokes has a deep passion for storytelling that transcends genres. With a background in music and writing, Luke has a unique ability to blend narrative and emotion, bringing depth to every project he touches. He gained recognition for releasing the soundtrack to James O’Barr’s The Crow Comic

 A creative force in the comic book world, Luke Stokes has a deep passion for storytelling that transcends genres. With a background in music and writing, Luke has a unique ability to blend narrative and emotion, bringing depth to every project he touches. He gained recognition for releasing the soundtrack to James O’Barr’s The Crow Comic Book on his label, Deezal Records. Luke’s storytelling is driven by a love for dark fantasy, making him the perfect writer to craft the haunting tale of Aruku Akumu.  Co-host of Chicago based radio program Abstract Science for over 25 years, Luke has  also worked for Martin Atkins’ Invisible Records and John Hughes III’s Hefty Records; and toured extensively with numerous live acts, including Pigface, Fuck Buttons, Chris Connelly, Damien Rice, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, Jaga Jazzist, Sheep on Drugs and more. 

WILLIE SCHUBERT - LETTER

WILLIE SCHUBERT - LETTER

WILLIE SCHUBERT - LETTER

 A veteran in the comic book industry, Willie Schubert has earned legendary status as a letterer, known for his iconic work on Lone Wolf & Cub. His lettering adds a layer of artistry that enhances the visual and emotional impact of every story. Willie’s contributions to Aruku Akumu bring the narrative to life with precision and style, con

 A veteran in the comic book industry, Willie Schubert has earned legendary status as a letterer, known for his iconic work on Lone Wolf & Cub. His lettering adds a layer of artistry that enhances the visual and emotional impact of every story. Willie’s contributions to Aruku Akumu bring the narrative to life with precision and style, continuing his influence and inspiration in the comic book world. 

Aruku Akumu Issue #1 Cover Gallery

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