When David Cole set out to create The Lion of God, he wasn’t trying to chase comic-book trends or fit neatly into the superhero mold. His goal was far more ambitious: to weave together scripture, mysticism, and personal revelation into a story that feels both timeless and immediate. The result is a new series that pushes the boundaries of what comics can deliver, offering readers a mix of mythology, philosophy, and high-stakes adventure.
At the heart of the series is Samael, a figure known in sacred texts and mystical traditions as both an angel of protection and an agent of judgment. This dual nature makes Samael one of the most complex characters in religious lore — and in Cole’s telling, he becomes even more compelling. Rather than treating Samael as a distant figure, Cole places himself inside the story, narrating the journey in the first person. The effect is striking: Samael’s battles, doubts, and revelations are experienced not at arm’s length but as if they are unfolding in real time.
The narrative is as much about discovery as it is about conflict. Samael’s encounters take him through celestial and astral realms, where beings of light and shadow reveal truths about love, power, and destiny. Lilith, often maligned in folklore, emerges here as Samael’s cosmic twin — a presence both haunting and essential. Their fractured bond and eventual reunion promise to give the series an emotional weight not often found in comics built around spectacle.
The first book establishes the foundation, but Cole has been clear that The Lion of God is the beginning of a much larger saga. Later volumes will explore deeper histories, reveal long-hidden connections, and expand the universe with new characters and conflicts. The scope is grand, yet the voice remains intimate, anchored in Cole’s decision to tell the story as though he is living it.
That blending of epic scale and personal perspective reflects Cole’s own eclectic background. He earned a degree in Computer Science from Baker College and spent ten years at Microsoft, where he built diagnostic tools that redefined how complex system failures were analyzed. But alongside his technical work, he was creating — developing the video game Hunt The Muglump, releasing the iOS app Gematria Wizard, and later moving into filmmaking. His short projects, including No One is Your Enemy and Dear Lilith, I Love You (Sweet Dreams), show the same balance of imagination and depth that now drives his comic series.
What makes The Lion of God particularly compelling is its refusal to separate entertainment from meaning. The story delivers otherworldly battles and vividly imagined settings, but underneath, it asks questions that resonate with everyday life: How do we reconcile light and shadow within ourselves? What role do love and responsibility play in shaping destiny? It’s this dual focus that positions Cole’s work as more than just another entry in the comic-book world — it’s an exploration of myth that speaks to the present moment.
About the Author
David Cole’s career has always straddled two worlds: the technical and the creative. Born on February 8 in Putnam, Connecticut, he earned a degree in Computer Science from Baker College in Michigan and went on to spend a decade at Microsoft. There, he built a diagnostic system that transformed how engineers handled complex operating system failures, cutting troubleshooting time from days to minutes.
But Cole’s work has never been confined to code. Away from the office, he was busy creating — first in gaming, with Hunt The Muglump on Steam and iOS and the app Gematria Wizard, and later in film and multimedia. His short projects, such as No One is Your Enemy and Dear Lilith, I Love You (Sweet Dreams), mix the nostalgia of 1980s Saturday morning cartoons with deeper esoteric themes. The latter project has already made its way into the film festival circuit.
Today, Cole runs Venomous Press and Old Skool Games and Software, ventures that allow him to combine his background in development with his passion for storytelling. A lifelong fan of horror and science fiction films from the 1970s through the 1990s, he often draws inspiration from overlooked cult classics. He also credits Saturday morning cartoons and the unapologetic energy of hair metal as part of his creative DNA.
Now based on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Cole shares his life with his wife Sarah and their son Elijah. Whether he is writing, coding, or producing new projects, his work reflects the same vision that drives The Lion of God: blending imagination with meaning, and entertainment with something deeper.
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