Created in 1994, Studio Ronin produced its own unique blend of design and concepts. Under the direction of Christopher Shy, Studio Ronin created its own in-house effects studio, and began working in film building miniatures, producing concept art as well as costume design, and visual design. In 2000 Studio Ronin began its most ambitious project of producing its own intellectual properties, starting with Silent Leaves. 

Publishing only graphic novels, Christopher Shy soon set a certain tone to the work. "No single issues, only complete books, we do them our way, and we run it like a book company." Silent Leaves became Studio Ronin's first book, followed by Man To Leaves, and with Michael Easton, the acclaimed Soul Stealer trilogy. Other books include Pathfinder, which was made into a film; Ascend with Keith Arem; Good Apollo:; I am Burning Star IV for Coheed and Cambria, (Studio Ronin completed stage design for the band that following year); Silent Leaves Exceptions To Life; Dead Speed; and City On The Edge of Sleep. In 2010, Christopher Shy and Studio Ronin completed Deadspace: Salvage.