Neck Deep In Shipping!
So, The Complete Spider-Squirrel Volume One Ultimate Edition campaign fulfillment continues. I was really hoping to have the rewards shipped out at 100% by today, but I ran out of a couple of packing items needed to safely get them out. So, I’m just waiting for my Amazon delivery of boxes and bubble wrap. I should be able to get a good chunk of the remaining 25% out over the next couple of days. Still aiming for 100% by June 1st.
I learned a lot dealing with TPB campaigns. This being my first, I have been examining every little nuance from printing times, to shipping requirements, to packaging, all the way through to delivery to you. Takes a bunch more time than just standard floppies, for sure. The next one will go much more smoothly.
UPDATE: SHIPPING IS COMPLETE! I have a few bonus items going out to a few folks, but otherwise we are 100% shipped!
GodQuest: Milestone #2 is in Pre-Launch Mode
Yup! We are finally moving forward with the second issue’s campaign! The SS Vol.1 TPB took longer than expected, which is fine as it was my first TPB project — and, like I said above, I learned a LOT — but, it’s time to dive back into this series which I’m so very excited to produce. What we’re doing here with GQ:MS will carry into another series that has already been blessed by the inimitable Mark Waid. Once GQ:MS ends, we’ll launch Irreconcilable (a 4-issue miniseries).
Follow the prelaunch page here: www.GodQuestComic.com
Spider-Squirrel & Trash Panda Titan-sized Special!
Yet another project launching in June is our FIRST-EVER titan-sized special! This 80-page special will be the first Xion Universe anthology produced and introduces you to the greater expanse of our potential books!
From the upcoming Kickstarter campaign page:
Xion Studios is back with another joint for your entertainment!! This time we're bringing you our first TITAN-SIZED SPECIAL featuring over 80 pages of storytelling fun from across the Xion Universe. With Stretch Goals planned, this book will be over 100 pages in its final configuration!
This Isn't Just a Comic!
This is an anthological walk through multiple parts of the Xion Universe -- some for the very first time ever!
You'll meet characters from Canada with tales featuring Les Supérieurs, dive into the mystical with Kodiak, take a "break" from the action with WatchGuard heroes Intrepid and Access, visit Japan with super-powered twins Crimson & Clover and meet a member of the 7Ronin, take off on an interstellar adventure with Spider-Squirrel and the enigmatic Damocles, visit another indiecomics universe with Trash Panda &
[REDACTED], and more...!PLUS: the legendary Dean Haspiel has created a BRAND-NEW character of his own for entry into the Xion Universe that is making its debut RIGHT HERE for the first time!!!
Each short story is between 6 and 8 pages long, just enough to whet your whistle, and is a complete, standalone story but with hooks and teasers for more to come. Which new character(s) will be amongst your favorite(s)?
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!
This special will also feature a brand-new, 24 page Spider-Squirrel & Trash Panda adventure as the lead-off story! Who could ask for anything more?!?!*
*certainly not Toyota...
I hope you’re as excited for this as I am!
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “But, Charlie… TWO campaigns in June??”
Yes, I know. But I’m also looking to set prices to be a lot more palatable for most, and I will offer a special bonus for everyone who backs BOTH campaigns regardless of format (digital or physical). So, buckle up, fam!!
Creatives working on this first titan-sized special include:
Russell Nohelty
Kat Calamia
Kurt Belcher
Morgan Quaid
Daniel Kalban
Dean Haspiel
Joshua Pantalleresco
JC Carter
Chris Batista
Dale Yaddow
Saul Shavanas
René Córdova
Anthony Hary
Greg Maldonado
This is going to be a wild, incredible ride wrapped into a nice, perfect bound one-shot.
Stray Tuned for This Next Announcement
I can’t say much right now, as we’re still sorting out details, but another terrific creator is joining Scott Fogg (Nightcare) in bringing their toys into the Xion Studios sandbox! By the end of summer we should have all the details ironed out. Be the first to hear about it right here!
Giveaways Status
With the heat of getting my TPB out into your hands (you can still order it here https://the-complete-spider-squirrel-volume-one-ultimate-editio.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders) I intentionally delayed shipping out the monthly giveaways to poll responders. Apologies, but I’ll be shipping some out this week.
Now as for this month’s poll:
“What's Next for Xion Studios??” Pick your favorite genre to help us decide the next couple of releases!
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Best to you all!
Charlie