Press Release--
Project Summary: We are developing an 11 minute pilot for what will be a full length animated series. To get the project off the ground we need $25,000 in pledges from Kickstarter. The story follows a fearless Princess whose kingdom is overthrown by invaders, forcing her into hiding. She goes on a quest to restore her rightful throne with the help of ancient spirits, a mystical yet comical guide, and a misfit crew of merchants, craftsmen, and soldiers. It is an epic fantasy adventure with a unique cultural twist. Instead of being based in medieval Europe, Asia, or the far future, it is set in a fantasy world based off of Africa.
Synopsis: In those days there existed an alliance between Five Nations. The Head of these nations was protected by a guardian Spirit, passed down from generation to generation, to guide each monarch as they came of age. However, a sudden attack has forced a young princess to flee before her inheritance rites were ever fulfilled. With her disappearance, the guiding light that once filled these lands with warmth has faded. But the fearless Princess Zahara would not have her story end here. Now she travels with a misfit crew of merchants and a wayward griot with a magic drum, preparing to inherit the power of the Spirits and reclaim her lost kingdom.
Creator Bios: Charles Agbaje - Writer - 23 - A graduate of Northwestern University '12, currently pursuing his Master's at the University of Southern California. Charles is the head writer and editor for all things Central City Tower. A life long creative storyteller that takes influence from all kinds of media such as film, video-games, novels, and cartoons. Wouldn't be on this path if it wasn't for a love of Ninja Turtles in his preschool days.
John Agbaje - Artist - 25 - A graduate of the Wharton School of Business '09, currently pursing his Master's at Harvard Business School. His business training anchors Central City Tower. However he's also a self taught master designer and cartoonist, producing almost all of the Tower's visual content on his own by hand. Creates a style that is simple yet dynamic, we may never know how he does it.
Check out the Kickstarter campaign HERE
Take a look at the test clip below:
