Phantom Blade Productions has officially announced that acclaimed Italian director Massimiliano Cerchi (known for Lockdown (2022) , The Omega File (2015) and Mayday) will helm the highly anticipated anime series Ximphonic Versus. Known for his striking visual style and dynamic storytelling, Cerchi?s involvement signals a powerful creative vision driving the project forward.

Joining him at the core of the production is series creator Scotlynd Xing Xin-Bedford, who will take on multiple pivotal roles as Assistant Director, Executive Producer, Lead Writer, and Art Director. This multifaceted leadership ensures that the heart and identity of Ximphonic Versus remain firmly rooted in its original vision while expanding to meet a global audience.

Xing has also brought on Bosen Teh as project manager, working alongside him and the director. As well as more talent that will be announced very soon.

Ximphonic Versus created by Xing and first published 32 years ago, is a groundbreaking dark fantasy comic series that's earning acclaim as USA News hails it the spiritual successor to Final Fantasy and Castlevania. This haunting action thriller follows centuries-old Prince Addonnis through a gothic masterpiece where romance meets cosmic horror. Showcases stunning artwork that brings this dark opera to life, featuring dramatic scenes of supernatural forces and ethereal imagery. As Prince Addonnis pursues an ancient power, he becomes entangled in a web of impossible choices between sinister forces and forbidden love.

Dubbed the ?Best Indie Comic,? by ScreenRant Ximphonic Versus throws you into a breathtaking world of Love, Darkness, & Impossible Hope! Filled with gothic Kingdoms, Modern City-states, champions, Celestial Swords Of Power, mystical beings, and high-stakes battles where every clash could change fate itself. With stunning visuals, pulse-pounding action, and a story packed with dark fantasy and heroic destiny, this is a must-read for fans of classic RPG's, thrilling action adventures and gothic dark fantasy. It also won ?IP Of The Year? from the ICCA in 2022.

The graphic novel series has sold over 13K physical copies without crowdfunding, and is published by Phantom Blade Productions. There is also a line of action figures now in production that will be coming to Walmart and other online retailers. 

This milestone marks a defining moment for Phantom Blade Productions. What began as a bold intellectual property is now evolving into a full-scale international production, with the team actively working to bring Ximphonic Versus to television screens around the world.

With momentum building and creative forces aligned, this is only the beginning. Fans and industry watchers alike can expect more major announcements soon including details on worldwide distribution partners.

The stage is set. The vision is clear. And Ximphonic Versus is ready to make its mark.

Media Contact:

Scotlynd Xing Xin-Bedford

Founder/CEO, Phantom Blade Productions LLC

Email: phantombladeprodllc@gmail.com

Website: www.ximphonicversus.com