Sir Reginald and the Clockwork Heart Combines the Best of Hellboy and DuckTales

Sir Reginald and the Clockwork Heart is a new graphic novel that combines the best elements of Hellboy and DuckTales. This pulpy mashup is created by a team of talented artists, and it is now available for backers through its Kickstarter campaign. IGN has been granted an exclusive preview of the first story, "The Curse of Osiris," written by Joe Atalla and illustrated by Juni Ba.

The 96-page graphic novel features five interconnected stories, each penned by Atalla. Other artists contributing to the project include Atalla himself, Jesse Lonergan, Dimitrios Pantazis, and Armand Bodnar. The book follows the adventures of Sir Reginald, an eccentric skeleton adventurer accompanied by his loyal ghostly butler, Mr. Spittle. Together, they embark on extraordinary expeditions to various exotic locations, from scorching deserts and fathomless oceans to sacred temples and ancient graveyards.

With each mission, Sir Reginald discovers a mysterious artifact that adds to his growing collection. However, there is more to these expeditions than meets the eye. Secret projects and hidden agendas keep the readers guessing about the true intentions of Sir Reginald and the nature of the artifacts he pursues. Will they uncover the truth behind these mysterious objects, or will the secrets remain buried forever?

Joe Atalla, the writer behind this thrilling tale, believes that the graphic novel offers something for everyone. He emphasizes the importance of memorable characters, action, adventure, romance, humor, and a touch of mystery. Atalla expresses his pride in the collaborative effort, stating that these stories hold a "fiercely beating heart" that will leave readers questioning themselves by the end of the narrative.