Crystal Dynamics hasn't forgotten about the Legacy of Kain franchise. At least, it seems like some of them there haven't forgotten about it. I just saw in my inbox that there's some new Legacy of Kain content coming, but it's probably not what anybody reading this gaming focused site wanted nor expected.
A new graphic novel based on Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver was just announced. This is a prequel and is entitled "The Dead Shall Rise." This is "the first official new Soul Reaver narrative in two decades" since Legacy of Kain: Defiance. The Dead Shall Rise will be available just in time for the 25th anniversary of the release of the original Soul Reaver game.
This project is headed to Kickstarter later this year.
The project is helmed by writers Joshua Viola (True Believers, It Came From the Multiplex) and Angie Hodapp (Unioverse, Shadow Atlas), with interior art by Juan Samu (Star Wars, Godzilla), letters by Jeremiah Lambert (Masters of the Universe, Transformers), covers by Dave Rapoza (Destiny, Magic: The Gathering) and Aaron Lovett (Monster Train, Inkbound), with additional art by Jonny Bush (Rob Zombie, Ghost) and Ninja Jo (Star Wars, Stranger Things). Brent Friedman (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Call of Duty) is providing narrative guidance alongside creative direction and input from Crystal Dynamics, including never-before-seen ideas and elements from unreleased Soul Reaver lore. The all-new graphic novel also features concept art by Daniel Cabuco, who provided concept art for Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and Soul Reaver 2 and was the Art Director for Legacy of Kain: Defiance. (...)
Arriving in time for the 25th anniversary of the release of the original Soul Reaver game, the publication of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise will mark the first official new Soul Reaver narrative in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. Fans can sign up on the BackerKit prelaunch page to receive an email alert when the project launches. Everyone who signs up will receive a free digital image from officially approved Crystal Dynamics Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver archives after the project launches.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise delves into Raziel’s past as a human Sarafan warrior and his transformation into a vampire lieutenant under Kain. The story introduces new characters, including a mysterious vampire with deep connections to Raziel and Kain. This compelling tale explores and expands the existing canon while answering long-standing questions.
Arriving in time for the 25th anniversary of the release of the original Soul Reaver game, the publication of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise will mark the first official new Soul Reaver narrative in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. Fans can sign up on the BackerKit prelaunch page to receive an email alert when the project launches. Everyone who signs up will receive a free digital image from officially approved Crystal Dynamics Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver archives after the project launches.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise delves into Raziel’s past as a human Sarafan warrior and his transformation into a vampire lieutenant under Kain. The story introduces new characters, including a mysterious vampire with deep connections to Raziel and Kain. This compelling tale explores and expands the existing canon while answering long-standing questions.
