(Interview conducted via email)

What pushed you to work with Salem?

Well, nothing really pushed me to work with Salem, I was looking for someone who was experienced in Drawing in a comic-book Style (something which I totally lack despite being an A-level Art student). I didn't really mind who I worked with. In the end this was going to be a work of art, the joint effort of both people. That kinda excited me, knowing that somwhere across the Atlantic another Crow fan (the most excellent Salem) equally passionate about this whole project was drawing images for my work. In the end I'd never attempted anything like this before, I totally jumped into the deep end. I'M BAREING MY SOUL WITH THOSE WORDS!!! LOL!

Did he understand your work?

Salem was so receptive and understanding. In one of his emails he wrote to me saying that he was following the story as if it were a movie. I was so excited when he was sending me the thumbnail images. I was like, 'my story has clothes!!'. That's basically what he did. Flesh it out. I can definately say that he understood me well. Better than myself in fact!!

Is the pawnshop scene intentional or was it a homage?

Em, well, the pawnshop scene. Lemme explain, this comic was actually an alternative ending to the original Crow movie. tWISTED emailed Salem voicing some concern that taking the original character may evoke some problems, copyright and such. Well, after hearing that C3 might be in jeopardy we decided to change it a bit. So the pawnshop scene was put in intentionally. And it's a homage, I love that scene in the movie. Wicked stuff!!

How long have you been writing 4?

How long have I been writing for? Gosh, erm... 8 months..lol! Yeah, only recently have I got my courage together enough courage to put pen to paper. Don't laugh man! It's scary! I've been drawing since I was a toddler and I was never scared to show my work. But when writing, I don't know, you seem to be putting your soul into your work. I can certainly read people's personalities better when I read someting they've written.

Do you have a routine or a style when writing?

When writing, as with all writers I have a routine. It has to be dark (preferably after 9 till the small hours of the morning), I have to be using a computer, and I have to be listening to a piece of music that reflects what the character is feeling emotionally. With this piece I listened to the original crow track, Muse (a beautiful band based in England), and lots of Classical music. The more sinister the better!! You could say that I steal feelings and colours from music. Yes people... music has colour. I know, I'm mad, but it's ok, I've accepted it! Oh, and I have to be totally driven! I can't just sit and write. I get an itchy arse after a while ;).

How did you get into the Crow?

Now this is a bit strange. It seems like I was always into the Crow. Being a Kung fu maniac from age 5 (after watching an old Shaolin based movie) and a BBL fan made it all the more easier. It all started when I walked into the living room with a warmed up baby bottle to give to my brother who was just 3. I stopped short when on tv I saw Brandon Lee's death being announced on the news. I just put the bottle down went upto my room, looked up at the ceiling and said "I knew it was too good to be true". And somewhere deep down I knew that this movie would have an impact on me. So in a way, I just waited for it to come and get me. The first time I saw the movie was on Halloween 3 years later after it was released. I've been hooked ever since...

What was your inspiration?

The words don't flow from my mouth, they come from other writers, my work seems to be a patchwork right now. I don't have a language or 'a colour' of my own. I seem to be a chameleon right now, I borrow my hue from my neighbours. In other words this work is totally nicked from everything!

The story in your own words?

Well, this story was officially meant to be a rework of the ending of the original crow movie. Does that make sense? You have the usual dark theme in the story, and a little twist at the end. That's all I'll say. I can't really think of anything else.

How did you feel about the tribute?

At the time Salem kinda emailed me about changing the story around to avoid problems, he suggested that we should name the character after Forensic. I was totally shocked about the news because I didn't know anyhting about it. Of course I agreed straight away. After that I felt that this project has so much meaning now. Now I feel this project has weight and a deeper sense of meaning. I was so upset when I heard the news. I think it was fitting...

How well did you know Forensic?

Erm, I never really knew Forensic all that well, but from what I know he was a dedicated member of the Chamberroom. He was always so positive and optimistic. I'll never forget his encouraging words. I will truly miss him. I miss him as much as I miss Brandon. And the strange thing is, I don't know why.

Do you plan on working with Salem or someone else?

Hell yeah! Salem was excellent to work with, he really was. So professional. But I don't think we'll be working together anytime soon, he has a lot on his plate right now. He has like two other projects, one with Aaron and the other I can't remember. I wish him all the best of luck. He really has talent. In regards to working with someone else, I really do not mind who I work with, I am totally open to everyone.