Juanjo Guarnido Scoundrel New World Oni Press Transmedia Launch [2026 Update]

As originally reported by IGN Articles, acclaimed Blacksad artist Juanjo Guarnido has partnered with writer Alain Ayroles to launch a Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming graphic novel, A Scoundrel in the New World. Published jointly by Oni Press and Magnetic Press, the project serves as an official satirical sequel to Francisco de Quevedo’s classic 1626 Spanish picaresque novel, The Life of the Swindler named Don Pablos. The story follows protagonist Don Pablos of Segovia as he navigates the mythic perils and comedic deceits surrounding the legendary search for El Dorado. The public crowdfunding effort offers an exclusive preview gallery showcasing Guarnido's distinct artistic rendering of historical South American landscapes and rogue characters. This release reinforces a broader trend in interactive media, reflecting themes analyzed in our report on how the . As traditional literary works merge with modern visual storytelling, publisher interest in transmedia intellectual property continues to accelerate exponentially across global digital platforms.