Lisa of Blackpink is returning to the music scene with an innovative promotion, including a venture into the two-dimensional world.

On Wednesday, Lisa’s agency Lloud announced via official social media channels that the singer's first full-length album, Alter Ego, will be released alongside the comic book Alter Ego: The Official Comic.

The 56-page comic, inspired by themes from Lisa’s upcoming album, introduces five distinct characters – Roxi, Kiki, Vixi, Sunni and Speedi – each representing a different facet of Lisa’s personality. Acclaimed Japanese illustrator Minomiyabi has brought the characters to life. Preorders for the comic book have already begun.

Acclaimed Japanese illustrator Minomiyabi has brought the characters to life.

The comic is being launched in partnership with Zero Zero Entertainment, which is renowned for expanding artistes’ narratives through storytelling. Zero Zero Entertainment has collaborated with musicians including Metro Boomin, Boy With Uke, the Grateful Dead, Gorillaz and Machine Gun Kelly.

Meanwhile, Lisa’s highly anticipated first full-length album, Alter Ego, is set for release on Feb. 28. The album features 12 tracks, including New Woman, Moonlit Floor and Rockstar. Pre-released single Born Again, a collaboration with rapper Doja Cat and singer-songwriter Raye, is also included. – The Korea Herald/Asia News Network