**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
