Archaia revealed today that their previously announced acquisition of The Jim Henson Company's 1980's beloved franchise Fraggle Rock will see its first comic book publication in April. Published in a format similar to Archaia's Mouse Guard in an 8"x 8" size, the book will be the first installment of a three issue mini-series. Fraggle Rock will also be included in the company's plans for Free Comic Book Day on May 1st.
The publisher is putting a unique spin on the franchise, according to Stephen Christy, Archaia's Director of Development, by "bringing in incredibly talented indie creators such as Jeffrey Brown, creator of Incredible Change-Bots, and Jeremy Love, creator of Bayou, to share their visions of this classic Jim Henson Company creation. We’re working very hard to make sure this book is a fresh take for fans of the show and will also appeal to new audiences, and I’m excited that readers will be able to fully dive into the world of Fraggle Rock with issue #1 in April and our Free Comic Book Day special in May!”
Each issue will feature a main story and two back-up features from "some of the most imaginative creators in comics". In addition, each issue will also include some sort of activity for children, like puzzles or arts and crafts projects. You can expect the book to follow the show quite closely, and expect to see all of the old characters from Gobo to Boober make an appearance.
"Fraggle Rock has devoted fans who have told us they want more adventures from Gobo and the gang and we know Archaia is the perfect partner to tell these new stories,” said The Jim Henson Company’s Sr. Vice President of Global Consumer Products, Melissa Segal. “With exceptional attention to detail and excellent storytelling, Archaia is especially suited to introduce Fraggles to young readers who may be meeting these characters and their fantastical world for the first time.”
Indeed, we all watched the show as kids, and I can honestly say that I could use more Gobo in my life.
