#ArtOfTheDay: 'Kassandra of Atlantis' from 'Assassin's Creed: Odyssey' by Eleonor Piteira

'Kassandra of Atlantis' from 'Assassin's Creed: Odyssey' by Eleonor Piteira.

#CoolArt: 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey: Kassandra' print by Inna Vjuzhanina

'Kassandra' by Inna Vjuzhanina.

16½" x 11.7" fine art print on 250 g/m² high quality matte paper, in a signed and numbered limited edition of 30 for $40, and a hand embellished (with silver and pearlescent acrylics) option for $60.

On sale for pre-order now through Inna's website.

Artist Spotlight: The Art Of . . . Kate Niemczyk

Showcasing art from some of my favourite artists in the field of visual arts, including vintage; pulp; pop culture; books and comics; concert posters; fantastical and imaginative realism; classical; contemporary; new contemporary; pop surrealism; conceptual and illustration.

The art of Kate Niemczyk.

Book Review: 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' by Gordon Doherty

The official novelization of the 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' video game by Gordon Doherty, follows Kassandra, the playable female protagonist from the game and through the main family and Cult of Kosmos storylines.

Considering how expansive the game is, some of the game's narratives are glossed over, but some are also delved into a bit deeper. Most of the main plot points are hit upon, driving Kassandra and the narrative forward, so if you've played the game, as I have, then it's a very familiar retelling.

In the game you could chose between both female and male (Alexios) protagonists to play through as. And from what I know about her character from playing the game, I think Kassandra was a good choice for the main role in this story. She comes across as a very compelling character, who always tries to do what is right, despite the forces at play against her. The book gets into her head and we get to read her thoughts as the war against the cultists weighs down on her, and especially as she copes with the guilt with those lives taken from her.

It is an action packed story, with some of the battles described in vivid and brutal detail. Most of the main battles that are part of the game's main plot are featured. And we also get a glimpse into the Cult of Kosmos, as they try to outfox and defeat Kassandra. Each time getting frustrated as Kassandra dispatches their agents, picking off their numbers one by one.

Although not as good as the 'Assassin's Creed Origins' tie in book (which was a prequel to that game instead of being a novelisation of the game like Odyssey is), it is still an enjoyable read. Although I did find the pace slow going at times, there was enough to keep me engaged in the story, such as when Kassandra meets certain characters and getting caught up in the battles too. I think it also helps if you've played the game or are a fan of the recent series of games as well. And I'd maybe recommend reading this AFTER playing through the two main storylines in the game, just in case you don't want to know any spoilers.

Available from Amazon, Waterstones, Audible Audiobooks and all good bookstores.

#CoolArt: AP Print Sale from Chris Thornley (Raid71) including a FREE Mini Print with EVERY Order

Chris Thornley (Raid71) is having an AP print sale.

New Artist Proof editions and rare prints from his flatfile will be available.

Each order will also include a bonus mini print absolutely FREE. One of either 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', 'Halo' or 'Watership Down' (Christmas Variant edition), 330mm x 483mm giclee prints will be inserted into EVERY order.

The sale starts Friday November 23 at 6pm UK from his website.

'Assassin's Creed Odyssey'

'Halo'

'Watership Down' (Christmas Variant Edition)

#CoolArt: 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' Art Project From Geek-Art.net

In the run up to the release of the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', Geek-Art.net and Ubisoft have collaborated on an online art project with artwork from Guy Pascal Vallez (Gax), Guillaume Singelin, Carlos Olmo, Mikaël Orioto Aguirre, John Lankry, Chris Thornley (Raid71), Matt Griffin, Coke Navarro and Ronan Toulhoat, inspired by the game.

by Guy Pascal Vallez (Gax)

by Guillaume Singelin

by Carlos Olmo

by Mikaël Orioto Aguirre

by John Lankry

by Chris Thornley (Raid71)

by Matt Griffin

by Coke Navarro

by Ronan Toulhoat

#CoolArt: 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' print by Ronan Toulhoat for Geek-Art.net

'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' by Ronan Toulhoat, an officially licensed print release from Geek-Art.net.

40cm x 60cm digital print on 210g Decor Smooth Art Innova paper in a limited edition of 150 for €45.

On sale now from the Geek-Art website.

#CoolArt: 'Kassandra' from 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' by Stasha Gacpar

'Kassandra' from 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' by Stasha Gacpar