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Blabbermouth announced a new comic written by John Dolmayan about a samurai in feudal Japan, and guess what genre it builds upon?

SYSTEM OF A DOWN drummer, comic book creator and author John Dolmayan has announced his new series "Dead Samurai". A zombie thriller set in 16th century feudal Japan, issue one features cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz ("New Mutants", "Moon Knight", "Elektra: Assassin") and illustration by Ryan Benjamin ("Star Wars", "Iron Man", "Batman", "Wonder Woman"). "Dead Samurai" will be out on October 9 via Diamond Distribution.

About the upcoming release, Dolmayan shares: "With 'Dead Samurai', I've had the chance to combine two things I love: feudal Japan and zombies! I hope people enjoy the adventure!”

About "Dead Samurai": In 16th century feudal Japan, a leprosy-based infection that penetrates the brain has turned millions of humans into cannibalistic creatures devoid of morality or memory. A half-Japanese, half-Portuguese Samurai named Shinzu has failed to defend his Daimyo and his family from danger. Shamed beyond redemption, he resigns himself to seppuku (ritual suicide). Before he has a chance, he discovers the Daimyo's youngest daughter has survived. With a regained sense of purpose and a way to regain his honor, he sets off on a quest to find a safe haven for his ward.

Yup, just what the world needs. More gore galore, and even zombies alone can be a turnoff. Why must keep hearing about these kind of themes in emphasis? Even the theme of seppuku is grating. It would be much more encouraging if we could hear better stuff about joy in life and even successful romance. I guess it's no surprise though, that veteran Sienkiewicz would contribute to a story like this, considering some of his portfolio does involve dark themes before. Maybe it's time he put more emphasis on something optimistic for a change too?

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