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Description: From the shadowed halls of the Maledictus Athenaeum comes a collection of stories inspired by the music of Cradle of Filth. This trade paperback draws from albums such as Cruelty and the Beast, Hammer of the Witches, and Darkly, Darkly, Venus Aversa, bringing together tales of ageless vampires, mythical creatures, vengeful gods, and the legend of Lilith. Enter Cachtice Castle and witness the horrors of Elizabeth Bathory, where anguish and ecstasy intertwine in blood-soaked ritual. Walk beneath the moon with the huntress Diana, and descend into a world shaped by obsession, myth, and dark romance. Across these stories, themes of power, transformation, and desire unfold through a series of haunting narratives inspired by Cradle of Filth’s most iconic works. Featuring stories and poems from a diverse roster of comics creators, including original work by Dani Filth. Collects the complete Cradle of Filth: Maledictus Athenaeum saga, plus bonus material. Writers: Dani Filth, Kurt Amacker, Holly Interlandi, Kenny Porter, Justin L. Peniston, Denton Tipton, Abraham Martínez, R.G. Llarena Artists: Menton3, Piotr Kowalski, Abigail Larson, Sebastian Cabrol, Diego Candia, Daniel Maine

Written by: Brett Bean
Artist by: Various
Cover Artist by: Brett Bean