I just wrapped a big book deadline, so I’m a bit behind in posting about this, but Blizzard recently published my Overwatch short story, “The Fall of a Sparrow,” and you can read it online for free! This story focuses on Genji Shimada and his reunion with his brother, Hanzo, and honorary little sister Kiriko. It was so much fun to write, and I hope everyone enjoys it.
But wait, there’s more! This story was in development for a while, because it helps introduce the plot and villain of the new season of Overwatch. And it’s also a key part of a phenomenal collaboration with the J-pop duet YOASOBI, who based their new single “Orion” on it. I’ve used character songs as inspiration for my books (for example, “One Thing,” which is about Neopolitan from RWBY, inspired some aspects of Roman Holiday), but this is the first time the opposite has happened. And if that isn’t exciting enough, “Orion” even has an anime music video, so you can watch and listen to the song in both Japanese and English. It’s amazing, and I can’t believe I was a part of any of this!
Check out the videos and links below for more info and merch:
YOASOBI “THE BOOK for,” – Vinyl Overwatch and Art Editions
YOASOBI x Overwatch “Orion” Official Music Video (Japanese Version)
