Michael Davis, co-creator of the Emmy winning animated show Static Shock! and
one of the founders of the Black comic publishing phenomenon, Milestone Media,
announces his latest foray in the comic book world. Michael has partnered with
UMI (Urban Ministries, Inc) to bring positive content that reflects current
American culture in the context of a multi-cultural universe to comic book fans.
UMI is the largest independent African American media firm providing positive
content for the urban market. Together they are announcing one of the biggest
launches in comics history for the young multicultural audience—The Guardian
Line. The superbly styled result combines the resources of UMI, some of the
best comic book talent on the planet and Michael’s passion for the comic
book industry.
The Guardian Line includes four separate series targeting specific age groups. All the stories take place in the fictional New Hope City and feature the three essentials fans have come to expect in a Michael Davis universe: a multicultural cast (some with extraordinary powers), strong African American characters and a guy named Larry. The focus of each series is the battle between characters chosen to fight evil, in the form of New Hope City’s nefarious nemesis, Steven Dark.
§ Joe and Max—tweens (pre-teens)
Meet Joe, a feisty 11-year-old and Max, his guardian angel. God has chosen Joe for a future mission—to defeat evil. Max must protect Joe from those who want to destroy him. There’s one problem—Max can only speak to Joe in Scripture. Talk about a communication gap! When Joe needs it the most, will Max’s words help?
§ Code—young adults and adults
He travels the earth helping people in need. He is a man on a mission from God. He is a man of mystery. He is The Guardian Line’s Code. This technologically savvy man of mystery has a revolutionary knowledge of Scripture that empowers him to help others. As Code’s story unfolds, we learn that even his spiritual knowledge does not keep obstacles and evil from his path.
§ Genesis 5—teens and young adults
What happens when five angels with the appearances and personalities of teenagers are called to a high school to battle against evil? Genesis 5. Aided by a mortal teenager and a prophetic leader, these five angels battle the Guardian Universe’s nemesis, Steven Dark, lend an ear to their teenage friends and still make curfew.
§ The Seekers—preteens and teens
The Seekers tells the story of Jessie, Nila, Brooklyn and Grio—three teens and a mysterious man who are given a special gift. Jessie is a 13-year-old African American genius who has been given the most powerful instrument in the world—an MP3 player that enables the possessor to travel in time! The Seekers is a constant thrill ride through time with stops along the way to experience the teachings of God.
UMI is poised to reach a network of 40,000 churches and 1,500 bookstores with The Guardian Line. The releases will be available to the general market through Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc., the world’s largest distributor of English-language comics and related merchandise.
The Guardian Line
$2.99 per issue – each series will be available bi-monthly