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= 20 Storeys Down = 20 Storeys Down is a comic series published by Villainous Intent Ltd.

Plot
"Set in the crumbling Roman tunnels and ancient chambers beneath London, this is the story of a man on a quest to find a lost, fabled library and the dark knowledge it holds."

The story follows Sergeant Jack Tudor although it is not clear from the first issue in which service he received the rank of sergeant. The story takes place largely in the tunnels, both ancient and modern, below the streets of modern day London. Jack Tudor is armed with a rapier and bolas. The choice of weapon is due to their near silent attack. A walking cane that conceals the rapier also has lion's head handle which emits a faint green light to illuminate the tunnels around the hero.

Issue 1 starts with Jack Tudor embarking on an expedition to find the lost library. He becomes aware that a tube train has been highjacked and is travelling at increasing speed through the tunnels of the Circle Line. Although he stop the tube train he finds that the highjacks are no longer onboard. The police quickly arrive on the scene and Jack too beats a hasty retreat to avoid contact with the officers.

In Issue 2 Jack consults with a high ranking member of the establishment "The Baroness". Their meeting in her chamber in The House of Lords is clandestine and The Baroness persuades Jack to pursue the highjackers despite his reluctance to get involved. The highjackers plans seem to be much more than just a simple highjacking for ransom. They conclude the highjacking was a distraction for a much more elaborate plan.

History of the series
Issue 1 of 20 Storeys Down was first published to Amazon's online comic platform comiXology in April 2017. It debuted in 4th place of the best selling independent titles. This title has a rating of 4 out of five stars from purchasers of the title.

Although Issue 1 was untitled, Issue 2 (released in February 2018) was titled "Try not to get yourself blown to pieces, OK?"

Creators
20 Storeys Down was conceived and created by Nick Tatman.

The series artist is Marc Olivent. Olivent has worked with both Vertigo and Dark Horse.

From Issue 2 the Editor is John McLaren. John is a best-selling novelist of Press Send, Black Cabs and Blind Eye