Stories by @tonyesqueda

HUNT

Lance Hunt is a bounty hunter living in a small beach town named Basin Cove on the West Coast. He makes a living tracking down criminals who skip bail and pretty content although lonely. One day his estranged grown daughter Holly arrives looking to reconnect with him. When she finds out he is a bounty hunter she somewhat taken a back but she decides to stick around and get to know her father. Lance is awkward but still wants to connect with her as well. Things get interesting when there is a case that he needs her help with and together they track down the bounty.

DMC: Devil May Cry

The game is set in a parallel universe of the series.[12] The game's story takes place in Limbo City, a modern-day city secretly controlled by all-powerful demons, manipulating humanity through the comforts of life, with the demons themselves residing in a parallel plane called "Limbo". Living on the fringes of society is Dante, a young man aware of the existence of demons, devoting himself to fighting them in secret but otherwise wasting his life by indulging in junk food and sex. One day, Dante is warned by a young woman named Kat that he is in danger, just as a Hunter demon drags him into Limbo and smashes his trailer parked at the end of Bellevue Pier. Dante grabs his weapons and slays the Hunter with Kat's help, as she can see into Limbo with her psychic powers. Dante returns to the human world and accepts Kat's offer to meet with her boss, Vergil.

Guillermo Del Toro’s MONTECRISTO (Anime)

Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of The Count of Monte Cristo (aka The Left Hand of Darkness) would have been a darker, steampunk gothic western set in Spain.

The Crow: The Bride

An unamed Bride is killed by an Irish gang on her wedding day. She later comes back from the dead for retribution.

Limited Edition (2024)

In a near-future world where technological advancements have blurred the lines between man and machine, a secret military experiment allows a mute soldier, Captain Elias, to download his consciousness into a state-of-the-art infiltration robot disguised as a limited-edition figma toy. Standing only six inches tall, the robot is equipped with advanced stealth technology and weapons systems designed for covert operations.

Bad Decisions (2013 series

Max Miller, a socially awkward, with a penchant for conspiracy theories and a mild obsession with true crime. Seeking a new adventure and a shot at redemption, he declares himself a private detective. His journey takes a wild turn when he rolls into a gritty small town known for its eccentric characters and shady dealings. There, he meets Riley Carter, a fierce bartender with a no-nonsense attitude, a troubled past, and an uncanny ability to read people. Dismissive of Max at first, she soon realizes his unorthodox methods and tech-savvy skills can complement her own streetwise instincts. As they stumble through bizarre scenarios reminiscent of Tarantino's witty dialogue and Coen Brothers' dark humor, Max and Riley tackle outlandish cases—from a missing pie recipe that turns into a turf war to a local wrestling match spiraling into a drug ring. Their style is as irreverent as it is resourceful, often involving absurd twists, unexpected violence, quirky town locals, and offbeat humor. Each episode presents a new town and a new crime, wrapped in violence and witticism, with the duo trading banter and unearthing complications. As they unravel the madness around them, they discover more about each other's pasts, navigating their own personal demons while cultivating an unexpected friendship filled with both hilarity and heart.

The Guest II

In "The Guest II," years after her traumatic encounter with David Collins, Anna Peterson, now a psychology student, faces a new threat when a charming transfer student named Caleb arrives, revealing a connection to David. As a series of mysterious murders shake her college town, Anna discovers that a cult idolizes David and seeks to resurrect his legacy. Joined by her brother and friends, Anna confronts Caleb in a chilling showdown at an abandoned warehouse, using her psychological insights to turn his mind games against him. While she ultimately finds closure, a lingering hint of David’s dark influence signals that her past is far from over.

FAITHLESS

In the sprawling metropolis of New Zion, the year is 2147. This once-vibrant city is now a dystopian landscape dominated by the Ethereal Church, a theocratic regime wielding absolute power. Under the guise of maintaining peace, the Church enforces its doctrines through a set of harsh laws that dictate behavior, suppress emotions, and eradicate any form of dissent. Citizens are monitored through omnipresent surveillance, and the dark streets echo with the ominous presence of the Sentinels, a deadly police force tasked with enforcing the Church’s law. Miriam Mason is one such Sentinel and a decorated “officer of the peace” but her faith in the system she has sworn to protect will be put to the test when slowly but surely starts to uncover secrets of the past that compromise the present system and will ultimately change the future of society.

STAHL-HELDEN

**Title: Stahl-Helden (Steel Heroes)** **Setting:** An alternate 1940s dieselpunk city with towering skyscrapers and oppressive machinery. **Plot Summary:** Kaelin Ryder, a rugged engineer and ex-soldier, teams up with brave journalist Vera Lang to expose a conspiracy involving a corrupt government and a powerful corporate tycoon. They discover plans to unleash a deadly weapon powered by stolen technology. With the help of Titan, a sentient mech seeking purpose, they fight against the oppressive military, leading a revolution to inspire the downtrodden citizens. The trio battles through thrilling encounters, ultimately confronting the tycoon in a dramatic showdown that transforms their society. **Themes:** Resistance against tyranny, the ethics of technology, and the quest for identity. **Tagline:** "In a world of steel and shadows, heroes rise from the ashes."

The Crow (reimagining)

I love the original and it is perfect in my book. This is not meant to be perfect but it’s something different. Imagine the original is the best food you have ever tasted is the original and this is your own homemade version of it. Not as good, but you still like it because you know you poured your heart and soul into it. Story wise, it’s the same but the pacing is different. It gives you chances to piece things together yourself and it is shot more mysteriously and more kin to a horror movie. Also it would be in black and white. Imagine what Batman Begins did for Batman. It kind of made things more realistic while still following the lore closely. That is what this is supposed to be.

The Expendables (TV Series) 2010s

Barney Ross and his team fight against and along side with other well known action heroes.

INCREDIBLE (Disney+ series)

Tells the story of Supers in the past before Mr Incredible and Elastigirl got hitched.

SIREN (Netflix series)

In the depths of a post-apocalyptic world where civilization thrives in underwater cities, a daring female smuggler known only as "Siren" navigates the treacherous waters to transport contraband between rival underwater metropolises. Gifted with unparalleled swimming skills, Siren evades detection by underwater patrols and high-tech surveillance systems as she orchestrates daring heists and clandestine deliveries. Despite the allure of wealth and power in the underwater cities, Siren operates on her own terms, driven by a personal code of honor that sets her apart from ruthless competitors and ambitious crime syndicates. As she delves deeper into the dangerous waters of deceit and intrigue, Siren uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the delicate balance between the underwater cities and puts her on a collision course with powerful adversaries. With her wits, agility, and unwavering resolve, Siren must navigate a labyrinth of deception, betrayal, and shifting allegiances to protect her identity, outsmart her enemies, and unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the waves. As the stakes escalate and the lines between friend and foe blur, Siren must decide whether to swim with the current of corruption or forge her own path to redemption in a world where survival means diving into the depths of darkness to emerge as a true underwater legend.

LOVECRAFT in LOVE

Howard is a strange shy man. Spent most of his child hood reading and making up horror stories. As he grew up he created a small group of friends he holds very dear and they always tell him how much he NEEDS to socialize and come out of his shell. He is reluctant to socialize but one day he meets a woman at an Amateur Journalist convention named Sonia Greene. The 2 hit it off and have instant chemistry. The movie relates their relationship and how Lovecraft is able to open up and actually gift her a story idea.

Believe it Or not (2024)

A story about one of the most unique celebrities ever Robert Ripley

The Dark Tower (1985 rotoscope film)

An animated movie based on the series of books by Stephen King.

Valiant & Valiant (Disney + show)

A series about Eddie and his brother solving mysteries with Toons

The New World (HBO series)

Imagine what the future would look like if the Americas were never “discovered” by the Europeans.

Triple X aka xXx (leads)

Suppose that the xXx series were to have a different lead in each new movie, who would you cast?

The Characters of Robert E. Howard

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