Comic Watch is proud to spotlight and support crowdfunded projects across various platforms so that these creators are able to bring their creations and stories to life. Here are just a few of the projects that we feel deserve your attention and support.
This week on the Comic Watchers, Zoop CEO & Co-Founder Jordan Plosky stopped by to chat about the platform,the various campaigns, and more:
OUTCASTS
Days Left: 26
OUTCASTS is a gritty sci-fi/action story about Aaron, a former super-soldier afflicted with chronic asthma, who is cast out of the covert government program that created him. Armed with his specialized Battlehaler, Aaron takes to the streets as a vigilante, seeking redemption. His quest for reinstatement leads him to uncover a deep-rooted conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of his society.
Get ready for the next dope sci-fi story from Stone Harbor Comics, OUTCASTS, a gritty action series that’s all about knowing your worth. Meet Aaron, a former super-soldier and candidate of the Pinnacle Task Force, who, despite being their best, was cast out due to the development of his “imperfection” – chronic asthma, a side effect of the very procedure meant to enhance him. Never accepting his fate, Aaron becomes a vigilante with the aid of his high-tech Battlehaler, half staff, half inhaler. He now takes on the city’s worst by night while pretending to be just another office drone by day. But when a sinister plot surfaces, involving military-grade weapons and a vengeful inventor set on chaos, Aaron and his estranged friend Imara are thrust into an alliance to save the city he swore to protect.
Growing up with asthma, this project holds a special place in my heart. I was never a fan of the stereotypical representation of people who have asthma in storytelling. We’re always the nerdy, weak kid who can’t take the pressure. My goal is to help flip that depiction completely on its head. That’s why OUTCASTS isn’t just another comic book to me. It’s a story about not giving up, about fighting for your place in the world, even when the world doesn’t want to give you one.
This campaign is geared towards completing the first chapter in the series, which is an introduction to Aaron and his vigilantism on full display. It’s a blended style between Manga and Western comics with its black and white pages and splashes of color for heightened moments. With your help, we can bring this epic tale to life. We’re talking big battles, heart-stopping moments, and a story that’ll stick with you long after you’re done. But we need your support to make it happen. This is your chance to jump on board with something special, to help us shake up the sci-fi scene with a story about beating the odds and finding your purpose against all obstacles.
Let’s make OUTCASTS happen together. Chip in, spread the word, and let’s show everyone that anyone can don the cape, asthma and all!
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Time Breakers: The Collection
Days Left: 12
Veteran comics artist Chris Weston is collecting his creator owned book Time Breakers for the first time ever! The entire run of this mini series, originally for the DC Comics Imprint Helix, is presented as a gorgeous hardcover featuring a brand new cover, character designs, process art, and lots more!This all-new collection is dedicated to Weston’s co-creator and series writer, the late Rachel Pollack.
BARBARIC: Join the horde!
by Vault Comics
FREE first issue of the new Barbaric: Born in Blood, plus exclusive loot for our biggest, baddest fans.
FREE first issue of the new Barbaric: Born in Blood, plus exclusive loot for our biggest, baddest fans.
Barbaric fans rejoice! To celebrate the upcoming release of BORN IN BLOOD — the newest arc of Vault Comic’s smash-hit Barbaric — we’re sharing FREE early digital access to the full issue, delivered straight to your email inbox. A twisted new villain, the secret of Owen’s past, and more of the pulse-pounding axe-wielding action and comedy you crave…but the adventure doesn’t stop there!
The larger this Zoop horde grows, the more treasures we all unlock. That’s right, MORE digital comics, MORE exclusive behind-the-scenes art, and MORE goodies direct from creators Michael Moreci and Nathan Gooden! Not to mention, the first followers to join up get their pick of our library and access to a limited number of special gifts (see our “Horde Rewards” section for more details). So, sign up early to get your pick of the spoils!
Last, for those barbarians with the most refined tastes, we’re offering an extremely limited run of exclusive Barbaric loot, available first right here on Zoop. Once the campaign ends, these Zoop exclusives disappear. So if you see something you like, grab it before someone else does… It’s the barbarian way!
A Good Sport
by Soizick Jaffre
A Good Sport is a graphic memoir from French cartoonist Soizick Jaffre.
A Good Sport is a graphic memoir written and drawn by French cartoonist Soizick Jaffre, detailing her participation in the 2018 Gay Games, her lifelong love of athletics, and her own personal search for freedom. This memoir is visually rich with Jaffre’s colorful, expressive illustration style that runs the gamut from realistic portrayal to eye-popping surrealism. A Good Sport deftly balances both personal and world history to paint a picture of feminist triumph and queer self-determination.
Jaffre’s journey takes her from the beaches of France to the streets of Saigon, from the cafes of Tel Aviv to the bowling alleys of America. Along the way we learn some of the history of the Gay Games and their origins in Olympian Tom Waddell’s fight against discrimination. We also see how the Games provide a gathering point for a world of queer athletes whose drive to compete is also an expression of their personal struggles for equal rights in their home countries. Throughout A Good Sport, Jaffre makes the connection between one’s right to participate in a chosen sport and the “game of freedom” that we all must play to become our best selves.
A Good Sport is a full-color trade paperback over 150 pages in length, published by award-winning imprint Stacked Deck Press. It features an introduction by cartoonist and comics scholar Justin Hall and a foreword by Gay Games organizer Pascale Reinteau. A Good Sport has something to inspire, inform, and delight readers from all walks of life.
Age of Canaan
Follow the gods of Canaan as they navigate celestial warfare and moral dilemmas, weaving a captivating tale of myth and humanity. Brought to you by Inkwell Award-winning creator Nir Levie
In the realm of gods and heroes, Akhat, adorned with a divine bow, faces the wrath of Anat, the passionate goddess, who covets his enchanted weapon. Akhat’s bold defiance sparks a furious vendetta, and as Anat dispatches her formidable falcon warrior to end his tale, an unexpected hero, Paghat, fueled by grief and rage, steps forward to rewrite the destiny set by the gods.
Embark on a thrilling adventure with the Ancient gods of Canaan in a dynamic fantasy graphic novel interweaving five tales from the 13th century BC Ugaritic chronicles. From epic battles mirroring the seasons to tragic vengeance and divine conflicts, each story unfolds in a captivating tapestry of action. The collection concludes with a mesmerizing love song, using the oldest surviving written melody to poignantly capture the beauty of nature and love through vivid, action-packed imagery. Join us on this mythical journey by supporting the project – where gods clash, heroes rise, and epic tales await. Your backing makes the magic happen!
Delving into the vast tapestry of human mythological history reveals an abundance of narratives, with only a fraction standing the relentless test of time. The stories that endure are often the ones co-opted by major religions, leaving behind a concealed wealth of untapped tales. As a descendant of Jewish heritage, my fascination lies in narratives untouched by the fingerprints of contemporary religious ideologies. Exploring mythological concepts linked to the Levant, I unearthed an epic literary source that remains largely unscathed. The Ugaritic texts unveil the Canaan ideology through a rich tapestry of myths and legends, a worldview deemed pagan by modern standards. The ancient Canaanite society’s focus on nature, encompassing farming, animals, seasons, and the ebb and flow of droughts and rains, echoes through these texts. In the modern era, there’s a resurging interest in these elemental themes, rendering these stories not relics of the past, but instead, surprisingly relevant and resonant in today’s world.
Check out our interview with Nir: Interview with Nir Levie About The Age Of Canaan, Now Funding On Zoop
The Art of Chad Hardin Volume 4
Explore the depths of his creative mind through exclusive glimpses into his creator-owned projects: The Hunters, and Death Watch. This volume offers an insider’s look at behind-the-scenes magic, showcasing private commissions, and unveiling the meticulous process from concept to completion. Witness first hand the evolution of Hardin’s masterful craftsmanship in this must-have collection for comic art aficionados and aspiring artists alike.
Supporting the Art of Chad Hardin allows the creator to spend time publishing creator-owned projects like Temerity, Death Watch, The Hunters and several TBA Projects coming in the future.
Ezra; Earths Last Hope A Sci-Fi Superhero Comic
Previously featured campaigns still running and unfunded:
- Wish Upon a Star – 8 Days Left
- How Comics Were Made: a Visual History of Printing Cartoons – 5 Days Left
- Star Spangled Tales #2 – 7 Days Left
- George Smith: Paranormal Investigator of the PNW – 8 Days Left
- The Zodiac Wars issue#1 – 6 Days Left
- A Flag to Fly #2 (Sword in the Stone meets GoT) – 9 Days Left
- Coins of Judas – Collected Editions – 14 Days Left
- Nock #1 Kickstarter Special Edition – 6 Days Left
- DMdouble Comics Round 2 – 9 Days Left
- Seven Dead Stars: A Universe Begins – 13 Days Left
- The Glopple #1 – An All-Ages Heroic Adventure!– 6 Days Left
- Geek-Girl: Identity Crisis – 8 Days Left
Previously featured, fully funded Kickstarters Worth A Look:
- MUTINY: BLACK GIRL MAGIK#1 – 2 Days Left
- Slice of Life” Season 1 – Queer WEBTOON with an Anime Twist – 4 Days Left
- The REALLY Complete Paradise Too by Terry Moore – 6 Days Left
- Garth Ennis’ Marjorie Finnegan — Expanded Director’s Cut – 7 Days Leftt
- Cherry’s Jubilee Collection by Underground Legend Larry Welz – 9 Days Left
- SENTINEL ISSUE 15: “WOLFRIDERS” – 10 Days Left
- Sheffield Holmes – The Adventure of the Errant Slipper – 19 Days Left
The 8-Bit Slasher – An Original Horror Comedy Graphic Novel
Video Games meet Slasher Films in this original 48-page Squarebound Graphic Novel from the creators of Uncaped and Red, White & Broke!
Days Left: 5
THE 8-BIT SLASHER is an original 48-page Graphic Novel from the creators of the hit comics UNCAPED and RED, WHITE & BROKE! It is a complete story published in a deluxe squarebound format on premium paper with cardstock covers!
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Death Reign: Gehenna
Jericho Black, AliSIN, and Steve the Death Machine of the Apocalypse battle the demons of Gehenna in this comic inspired by the ’90s
S.H.A.G.: Crisis in PR!
It’s Avengers-meets-Parks and Rec in this graphic novel about SHAG, a super hero team dealing with a PR crisis!
The Super Heroes of America Guild are facing a Crisis in PR!
After a series of incidents turns public opinion against SHAG, they seek help in the form of PR expert extraordinaire: Molly Moran!
But it won’t be easy for them, as a figure operating in the shadows is orchestrating their downfall, the team themselves aren’t great at public speaking, and they still have super villains to deal with! And did we mention, Molly is dating Tanner Phillips, who is secretly team leader, Solar-Max? We didn’t? Well, spoilers! Sorry!
It’s the Avengers meets Parks and Rec in this superhero workplace comedy, written and illustrated by Justin Pearson, with color and design assists by Amanda Brewer and James Lloyd-Knox.
S.H.A.G. is a 100-page graphic novel, rated T for teen. Nothing worse than you’d see/hear in a Marvel or, I dunno, Austin Powers movie. Light swears, mild violence, and plenty of “suggestive” “themes.
LOBSTAR AND KID CLAW
LOBSTAR AND KID CLAW! MAINE’S DOWNEAST DUO! Protecting the pine tree state from evil!
LOBSTAR AND KID CLAW! MAINE’S DOWNEAST DUO!
Protecting the pine tree state from evil!
A hero for Maine! A comic that parents can share with their kids! That’s the idea behind LOBSTAR AND KID CLAW! This is a fun 8 page full color action comic for young readers, and fans of classic science fiction hero comics! If you love old-school golden and silver age comics with classic heroes and vintage color techniques then LOBSTAR AND KID CLAW is the book for you!
A fun collectible from vacationland, and a great way to introduce your family to the joy of reading comics!
There’s a limited number of rewards for this campaign, a digital download of the comic, a physical copy of the comic mailed to you, a copy of the comic with a copy of my 2023 sketchbook called INKITUP, and a bundle of three copies of the comic with the sketchbook. I’m also offering commission drawings in pencil, or fully inked! I’m also offering a very limited reward for the ultimate collector, you can have me draw a one of a kind, eight page, hand made comic featuring my characters! Jump in now, grab a reward and help us hit goal!
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CULT OF THE LAMB: THE FIRST VERSE | An All-New Graphic Novel
Herald the coming of the CULT OF THE LAMB in a heretical new graphic novel – powered by the infernal glory of Oni Press.
Oni Press, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels for more than 25 years, and indie video game giant Devolver Digital are proud to present CULT OF THE LAMB: THE FIRST VERSE – the first-ever graphic novel inspired by the deviously horrifying video game phenomenon CULT OF THE LAMB, developed by Massive Monster.
Reaching deep into the sprawling cosmology and diabolic cast of characters that populates the many realms of the beloved, millions-selling video game hit that has reaped fans and followers worldwide, witness the coming of Lamb’s first flock anew with this limited-time Oni Premium Direct campaign – powered by the infernal glory of Oni Press and packed with highly limited and exclusive editions of CULT OF THE LAMB’s heretical comic book debut.
eading CULT OF THE LAMB’s quest to be forever ensconced into the annals of the comic book deviance is acclaimed writer Alex Paknadel (Image’s All Against All, Marvel’s Red Goblin) and Eisner Award-nominated artist Troy Little (Oni’s Rick and Morty vs. Dungeons & Dragons, IDW’s Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas), who have battled both man and fate for the privilege of stewarding the Lamb’s first graphic chronicle.
Also joining our flock: Throughout this 30-day carnival of orgiastic excess, you’ll discover – or see revealed before thy unbelieving eyes – new and exclusive contributions from many fellow followers of CULT OF THE LAMB’s intoxicating thrall, including CULT OF THE LAMB key artist and character designer Carles Dalmau (Soma), Eisner Award nominee Troy Little (Rick and Morty Vs. Dungeons & Dragons), acclaimed cover artist Juan Gedeon (DC: The Jurassic League), and more yet to be unveiled.
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LXT: Lux X Tenebris
The Role Playing Card fighting game!
Days Left: 19
The Playable card game. The base card game can be played – single player, head to head or as a group! 5 different game play modes will be included in the instructions.
Game set comes with 12 cards (18 with stretch goal) 2 large game dice, and 6 small counter dice.
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Scales: Issue 1-This trip to Galli
A supernatural superhero origin story.
Days Left: 12
After his father’s death, 13-year-old Eric Drakeson reluctantly on vacation with his family discovers his foretold destiny when a cave excursion leads him to an ancient temple where he learns he is the chosen one.
This was one of the many solo series created after editing down the original Seer Chronicles story and separating plot arcs into solo series creating Scales.
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Final Boss stage #4 :Forgotten Desert
FIGHT, POWER UP, REPEAT! The hit Tyler Kirkham comic book series Final Boss continues with a pulse pounding new issue!
Days Left: 12
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The Adventures of Waffle-Boy #1
What happens when you mix a 13-year-old genius, his love of waffles, and a science experiment gone wrong?
Days Left: 7
The TDJ Comics Universe is expanding with a brand new title! We are officially kicking off with one of our long-awaited series that involves…breakfast items!
What happens when you mix a 13-year-old genius, his love of waffles, and a science experiment gone wrong? The Adventures of Waffle Boy© follows the tales of 13-year-old Javon Doogleburg who inadvertently turns himself into a living waffle. Follow his adventures as he defends his hometown of Coldbutter City against his arch nemesis, the mad French scientist and evil villain French Toast, and other breakfast villains.
Readers will be introduced to who Javon is as a person and how he came to be this syrup-slinging fighter for justice in Coldbutter City. They will also be introduced to the Doogleburg family, the best friend/tech genius Andre Spencer, and the science professor who may or may not have some mischievous plans, Professor Jacques Hugo. This family-friendly comic is not something you want to miss!
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Sleepless: The Complete Collection
A 336-page graphic novel collecting the acclaimed romance series all in one limited-edition, boutique hardcover book
Days Left: 4
Sleepless: The Complete Collection will be a special limited run hardcover of our completed 11-issue series, binding the entire story into a single 336-page volume that would look right at home in an ancient library, and will be available exclusively to our amazing Kickstarter backers.
Sleepless is a comic we are still passionate about and incredibly proud of. After 11 issues running between 2017 and 2018, and two trade paperbacks, we’re so lucky we got to see the story completed and are eternally grateful to Image Comics for originally publishing it.
We always wanted a printing where you could read Sleepless in one complete volume. Now that publishing rights are in our hands, this campaign hopes to do just that.
We hope you join us in seeing this dream come true!
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HOMESTEAD: A Native American/Western Werewolf Graphic Novel
A 100-page emotionally charged horror graphic novel about how far two families will go to defend their respective ways of life.
Days Left: 9
It is 1868 in North Dakota and retired soldier Bill Simmons is starting a new life with his new family on land issued to him as part of the Homestead Act. Unbeknownst to him, the land he has been granted by the United States government overlaps with territories occupied by the Lakota Nation, including a proud warrior and a zealous medicine man willing to go to supernatural extremes in order to protect people, their loved ones, and their way of life.
What results is an equally horrific and heartbreaking battle as these two parties wage an isolated and intense war with each other as they both try to defend what they feel is theirs to protect by any means necessary… including embracing the “Spirit of the Wolf.
Written by three-time Ringo Award finalist Dirk Manning (TALES OF MR. RHEE, ARN ANDERSON: MY LIFE AS THE ENFORCER, HOPE), and illustrated by series co-creator Les Garner (APOCALYPSE GIRL, BUTTS IN SEATS: THE TONY SCHIAVONE STORY), this 100-page “one-and-done” original graphic novel is rounded-out by the team of colorist Colin Johnson (NIGHT WALKERS, THE WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE), letter/book designer Dave Lentz (GOOD BOY, SPACE MONKEY KNIGHTS GO!), editor Drena Jo (TWIZTID HAUNTED HIGH-ONS, BROKEN GARGOYLES), and Lakota creative consultant Rau Blackhawk with publisher Source Point Press.
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White Ash 1-7 plus Lillian’s 1st Time
The hit Urban Fantasy series returns with an all-new Lillian short story and a remastered version of Chapter 05
Days Left: 18
If you’re NEW to our town, WELCOME. We can’t wait to show you the place. Feel free to jump down to our story section and we’ll get right to taking you on a tour of what makes White Ash so special.
Welcome to White Ash, a small smudge of a mining community in Western Pennsylvania, where the secrets are buried even deeper than the coal under the mountain. If you’re a fan of Supernatural, Twin Peaks or Lord of the Rings, you’re going to love getting to know our mysterious town
If you’re RETURNING to White Ash, THANK YOU so much. We owe everything to our Kickstarter community and we’re going to continue to make our campaigns packed with exclusive KS goodness just for you. THIS CAMPAIGN IS A BIT DIFFERENT from our previous ones. While we’re offering the ability to catch up on all seven previously released issues of the series, this specific Kickstarter is designed to raise funds for a reprint of a remastered 44 page version of Chapter 05 featuring our White Ash Comics logo and an all-new digital LILLIAN SHORT STORY written by Amanda Deibert and Charlie Stickney with art by Roberta Ingranata. If you jump to our White Ash Comics Publishing section, we’ll tell you all about it
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MEMPHIS vs. ZOMBIES #1
MvZ #1 launches the reader into Memphis, TN and the wild beginning of a zombie apocalypse! Help me bring my comic to life!
Days Left: 10
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Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey Chapters 1-3
A mix of horror, adventure, & mythology, the third chapter in the story of the world’s first werewolf, is Gilgamesh meets HP Lovecraft.
Days Left: 8
Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey is an ongoing series for mature readers due to some scenes of excessive violence, set in an alternate telling of our own universe, with an emphasis on horror, adventure, mythology, and a dash of history.
Written and created by Dennis Robinson, with art by Salvador Donaire, colors by Ezequiel Dominguez, and letters by Joel Saavedra, the 90 page third chapter of Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey continues the story of Solomon, the world’s first werewolf. Think Gilgamesh meets HP Lovecraft!
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Craig Yoe’s Woman & Man+ Underground Comix
Underground comic that explores the Woman & Man relationship through art work of comic legend Craig Yoe!
Days Left: 12
Woman & Man+ is a wildly surreal autobiographical telling of its artist, Yoe, losing his love, his country, and, some say, his sanity–and his struggle to reinvent himself.
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MARY SHELLEY’S SCHOOL FOR MONSTERS: ORIGINS 2 Comic
The monster crew journeys to the Arctic and Japan to confront villains from their past. Prepare for brand new monsters and magic!
Days Left: 12
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Pistol Shrimp #1 & 2
Help us fund the first two issues of this Action/Comedy under the sea adventure!
Days Left: 16
Pistol Shrimp is an action/comedy comic book series that takes place under the sea. It follows a gun slinging shrimp who is on a quest to find his wife after a disaster separates them. It’s a comic that wants to make you laugh.
Written by Charlie McFarland with illustrations by Luis Morocho, colors by Antonio Ramos-Wong and letters by Buddy Beaudoin. It is intended to be a long running series that features gun violence and some blood. It is not intended for ages 12 and under.
When I Was Young… (An LGBTQIA+ Charity Comic Anthology)
Days Left: 7
Money from funding will pay for creative costs and production. All profits will be donated to the Trevor Project to benefit LGBTQIA+ youth.
The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ young people. For more information, visit https://www.thetrevorproject.org.
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That’s a wrap for this week.
next week we will return with new projects to spotlight also if you are crowdfunding a project and would like to be put in the Korner, drop us a line at chad@comic-watch.com, and we will take a look when we put together next week’s post.
