Black comics fans, rejoice! West African mythology and black anime characters collide in this new comic by Terry L Raimey and Justin Raimey.
The resilience of Black people is astounding. Our strength is forged by the wisdom of our ancestors. But what if there are greater forces at work? Forces that have been protecting and fighting for the Children of Africa through the ages?
The Story
Long ago, Nyame, king of the sky, ruled the continent of Africa. His servant, Anansi the trickster, wanted to rule Africa and its people. So, he led a rebellion against Nyame that raged for hundreds of years. In the end, Nyame claimed victory. But without its protector, Africa suffered at the hands of colonialism, slavery, and the pillaging of all its riches and resources. For his sins against Africa and the king, Nyame sealed away the powers of Anansi in a mask and hid them all about the land of Tsakanin.
In order to restore the scattered people of Africa to their former glory, Nyame formed a tribe of immortal warriors who fight from the shadows to liberate and bring about power to all African people around the world. He called them the Sojojin Haske.
In The Legend of Tsakanin: Mask of Anansi, teenager T’Keyah Rosé journeys into the mystical world of Tsakanin. It is a land ruled by African deities called “orishas”, and it is there that she fights to claim her place as chief of the Sojojin Haske. With the power of her ancestor, T’Keyah fights to restore the Children of Africa to their former glory.
black anime meets african Culture
Fans of black comics who long to see black anime characters front and center will love this comic. The story draws inspiration from the myths of the Hausa, Yoruba, and Akan tribes of West Africa. Not only is this comic packed with thrilling action and fantasy, but it will also peak your interest in learning more about your TRUE roots that are found in Africa.
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