New Critical Role graphic novel explores Dr. Ripley’s rise to power

Critical Role’s world is always expanding. The latest addition to the Critical Role universe is a graphic novel which delves into the life of one of its most captivating villains. The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles — Ripley Marieke Nijkamp has previously written about Critical Role: Vox Machina — Kith & Kin, Tyler Walpole is responsible for the art, colors and design.Blood of DragonsJimmy Betancourt did the lettering.

This is the first part of a prequel trilogy that focuses on Whitestone, after the Briarwoods villains have taken over the Amazon Video animated series Critical Role. Vox Machina: The Legend. The book zeroes in on Dr. Anna Ripley, the ambitious, cutthroat scientist who uses the Briarwoods’ rise to power for her own advantage.

Here’s the official synopsis:

Tragedy strikes the renowned de Rolo family of Whitestone when they’re massacred by the vicious Briarwoods. Luckily for Dr. Anna Ripley, the bloodshed and regime change present the perfect opportunity for her to further her own dark plans in service to Whitestone’s new ruling family. How much loyalty does she have to the Whitestone family compared with her job?

The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles — Ripley The book will be in bookstores and comic stores on April 16, 2024. It’s available to pre-order now. Below is a sneak preview. Please note that this is not the final artwork.