David Maisel Talks Bringing Ekos to Life on Kickstarter, Creating a Dream Aspen Crossover, and More
In simpler terms, Michael Turner was a renowned figure in the comic book industry, and one of his collaborative creations, Ekos, is finally receiving its much-awaited limelight with Ekos Volume 1. Co-created by Turner and writer Geoff Johns, Ekos never developed into a full series initially, but Marvel Studios’ Founding Chairman David Maisel has partnered with Aspen Comics to adapt the Grell story into a graphic novel. This is just the beginning of bringing Turner’s expansive universe to life not only in comics, but also on television and film in the future. Ekos Vol. 1 is now available for backing on Kickstarter and Backerkit, and it has surpassed its funding goal, unlocking additional rewards, with ComicBook having the opportunity to interview Maisel about the Kickstarter project, the character Grell, constructing this world from a six-page preview, and setting the groundwork for a significant crossover.