Roye Okupe

The hit graphic novel series from YouNeek and Dark Horse continues--now a Cartoon Network/Max/Lion Forge Animation animated series As Iyanu continues to master her burgeoning powers, she finds herself in the midst of a fierce conflict between Elu and the People of the Deep, led by the formidable Queen Adura and her second-in-command, Boju. Meanwhile, Toye reunites with Biyi in the Riverlands, after discovering a mysterious set of artifacts that appear to have evil intent A timeless fantasy quest inspired by Yoruba culture and myths--from the best Nigerian comics talent

Soon to be a Max/Cartoon Network animated series Iyanu must face her destiny and save all of Yorubaland She has help from her friends: Biyi, a carefree adventurer; Toye, the bookworm; and Ekun, the magical and opinionated giant leopard Together, all four--also known as Team Chosen--embark on an epic adventure full of twists, turns, and laughs that will change their lives forever Dark Horse and YouNeek Studios continue stories in a shared universe of African fantasy and superhero stories--the YouNeek YouNiverse

The Republic of Atala's president has turned into a ruthless despot, and one of his most trusted associates, Director Bo, is forced to choose a side in a civil war that threatens to destroy their beloved nation. The spirit of the WindMaker--an ancient and powerful protector of the Atalians--also begins to awaken within Bo, a troubled warrior. Is this awakening a ray of hope that will pave a path to salvation, or is this an omen signaling the end of a once prosperous and influential country? YouNeek YouNiverse creator Roye Okupe and his studio of Nigerian comic book creators continue this tale of fate and fury

What happens when you infuse the likenesses, ambitions, and desires of legendary warriors and conquerors with an advanced AI? Well, you get a psychotic android named AVON, who goes rogue and concocts a plan to reset humanity E. X. O. Volume 2 picks up right where it's award-winning Afrofuturist epic predecessor left off, as Wale Williams--aka tech-savvy superhero EXO--tries to save humanity An Afrofuturist superhero story about redemption set in the bustling metropolis that is Lagos, Nigeria--with a creative team that's also from Lagos This Dark Horse edition will collect the YouNeek Studios editions of the same material (YouNeek editions E. X. O. Volumes 3 and 4) **Explore the YouNeek YouNiverse Extraordinary fantasy and superhero stories inspired by African history, culture, and mythology--created by the best Nigerian comics talent **

**Part of the YouNeek YouNiverse Extraordinary fantasy and superhero stories inspired by African history, culture, and mythology--created by the best Nigerian comics talent ** Following the exploits of queen and military commander Malika, who struggles to keep the peace in her ever-expanding empire, Azzaz, this historical fantasy is set in fifteenth-century West Africa and created by an all-star team from Nigeria. Growing up as a prodigy, Malika inherits the crown from her father in an incredibly unusual way, splitting the kingdom of Azzaz in half. After years of civil war, Malika finally unites all of Azzaz, expanding it into one of the largest empires in all of West Africa--but expansion will not come without its costs. Enemies begin to rise within her council, and Azzaz catches the attention of one of the most feared superpowers the world has ever known: the Ming Dynasty As Malika fights to win the clandestine war within the walls of her empire, she must also turn her attention to an indomitable and treacherous foe with plans to vanquish her entire people. Malika: Warrior Queen Volume 1 also features bonus stories "Malika: Dragon Trials" and "WindMaker: Birth of a King"--and a new "behind the scenes" section Our mission is and always has been about empowering African creatives and storytelling while bringing both to a global audience. -- Roye Okupe, Founder/Creative Director at YouNeek Studios