The goal is $1500 and due to me not having a presence on indiegog, we've got a ways to go. It is critical, if you haven't yet gotten a copy of Durruti #2 (or even if you have) head over and pledge so I can print this book, and Razom can put your money to work, on the ground in war-torn Ukraine.
SO! I finally have a look at a prototype of the first of TWO Durruti Desk Flags. I would've had them to you sooner, but I had some trouble with my supplier, who delivered flags that were NOT as advertised, so I had to go back to the drawing board.
The upshot is you get a MUCH higher quality (and larger) flag than you otherwise would. This version is printed on premium fabric and 5"x 8" instead of 4" x 6". I take a ton of pride in getting you top-of-the-line kickstarter rewards and these flags are no different.
That's it for now! I'll let you know when Durruti #2 goes to print!
Solidarity,
-Brent
Durruti Digital *inbound* + FREE CNT Patch + Razom for Ukraine!
about 1 year ago
– Fri, Mar 10, 2023 at 08:17:01 PM
Hey Comrades!
I'm popping my head up from production to get in a quick update.
So first thing's first, the digital copy of Durruti #1 & #2 along with the Los Errantes digital ashcan andany other digital rewards will most likely be dropping *next week*.
The reason things have taken so long is I've been waiting for everyone to get their surveys in, but there's a holdout group that's still dragging their feet. Please remember, if I don't get your survey I can't send you the link as it's going out via Backerkit.
Most of the people who haven't answered are digital backers, but there are people getting the physical book who have not responded and some have even given significantly larger amounts (like over $100). To preserve everyone's privacy I'm putting out a heavily redacted list of the names If you think you're on here check your email and smap boxes, because I just sent you another survey.
If you still can't get them, andsee your name here send an email to Snow White Zombie at Gmail dot com:
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Ni*****s B****
Br*o** L*****g
J***u* B****
R****ca M****n
B***n W. **ppa**
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A***s V*****yi
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S*i**n To***an
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So get those surveys in while you can! Now, on to the fun stuff!
FREE "NEW WORLD" PATCH
So, it's no secret that the patches this campaign makes are amazing--usually a head and shoulders above standard kickstarter faire.
However, it might be a little immodist for me to say, but these are our best patches yet:
This cover is based on classic Durruti propaganda posters put out by the CNT during the Spanish Civil War:
So, with the war still raging, I couldn't in good conscience put out a comic featuring Nestor Makhno without doing something for the people of his homeland. Enter Razom for Ukraine:
Razom, which means “together” in Ukrainian, is a 501c3 non-profit that believes deeply in the enormous potential of each and every human being to bring out the best possible results from the worst possible circumstances. Together, Razom seeks to unlock this potential and by so doing enable people of good will to meet, partner and work together to unlock the potential of Ukraine. They maintain a relentless focus on the needs on the ground to support Ukraine and on opportunities to amplify voices from Ukraine. They operate in Ukraine as Razom Dlia Ukraini (Разом Для України) and collaborate with organizations and individuals to deliver the highest impact possible.
So, by pledging to this indiegogo, you get a super cool issue #2 cover of Makhno doing what Makhno did best *obliterating the Russian White Army*:
Not only that, but you'll contribute to real, on the ground mutual aid that goes directly to Ukrainian civillians in the form of aid from one of the top-rated charities operating in the region.
If you're at all like me, this war has made you feel...powerless. With Bakhmut now blasted to rubble and with Russian attacks
Some of you may wonder why I'm doing this on indiegogo now and not kickstarter earlier--the truth is I wanted to, and I tried but AFTER I put the whole thing together Kickstarter told me it was against their rules to give a portion of your pledges to a charity. :/
So now I'm running an indiegogo. If you could *please* pop over and enter your email to pre-follow the campaign that would be amazing. I've never run and indiegogo before, and I'm kinda terrified. Knowing you guys are behind me, and behind these relief efforts to people who have been through an incomprehensible nightmare will mean the world to me, and it'll mean even more to an injured or displaced person who can't go home because TheRussian State shelled their house into oblivion.
The campaign will run for thirty days, with an initial fixed goal of $1500, and will launch on Thursday, March 16th, 2023 at the following URL:
Plus, if you prefollow and also get the book, you'll get a nifty patch thatpays homage to some of Durruti's final words: "We Carry a New World in Our Hearts"
Solidarity,
Brent,
*30% excluding taxes, fees, and shipping & handling.
Durruti Smoke Test + Spanish Translation + NEW Durruti premiums
over 1 year ago
– Wed, Jan 18, 2023 at 06:16:14 PM
Hey Comrades!
So at long last, Durruti Backerkit Surveys are INBOUND. If you have one sitting in your email, you are one of 5% of backers who have the privilege of testing them to make sure everything is working right! Assuming no serious problems, the other surveys will launch *Tomorrow*.
Also, folks, I'm sorry to say but we're having a bit of a problem with the spanish language campaign. It seems that 75% of all kickstarter backers speak english and the few who do speak Spanish may not be seeing the campaign.
If you're able to, I could really use your help on it, as the Durruti, Spanish Edition has yet to fund, and time is running out. If you are inclined to help, please head over and throw in a pledge.
I've also got a special reward for anyone who fills out their surveys within 48 hours! If you do you'll get a FREE 3.5' by 3.5' Autonomous Collective patch! Absolutely Free (Excluding digital only backers)
These patches are really high-quality and freaking cool to boot! They are ONLY available through AC and AC Affiliated crowd funding.
Looking forward to sending the book to the printers!
Solidarity,
-Brent
Backerkit Surveys inbound + Makhno Sticker/Patch Reveal + Durruti En Español
over 1 year ago
– Sun, Jan 08, 2023 at 07:23:21 PM
Hey comrades!
I want to let you know how much I appreciate your support as I continue to tell Durruti's story. I actually finished writing Durruti #3 LAST NIGHT (it's incredible btw) but while we wait for that, I wanted to show you some fun new merchandise that you will be able to purchase via the backerkit I will be sending out sometimes in the next few days. To whet your whistle, here's one of them:
From the beginning, I knew that this story, while internationalist and universal, was also fundamentally a story of Spain. Therefore I have sought to translate each issue into spanish...which is hard because I don't speak Spanish.
Enter Gabriel Fernandez-Gil and Hugh Mann Adamson of Enon Films.
Hugh and Gabriel have full translated Durruti #1 working on #2 and Los Errantes as we speak!
But as anyone who has ever translated a comic knows, it's not a simple process. Hence we are launching a 100% Spanish Language kickstarter to cover the translation, production, and distribution costs!
Whether you speak spanish yourself or not, please pre-follow the kickstarter. As you know the more pre-followers we have, the higher the site ranks Durruti in the algorith!
So please take a second to pre-follow here we have 60 Pre Followers and I'd like to get it over 100 before the campaign launches, and promote it among your Spanish speaking friends and co-workers!
Makhno Patch/Sticker + Desk Flag
Okay, now we've gotten to the good stuff! Check out this incredible new Dye-Cut Sticker!
If there's enough interest I will also be releasing a second patch and maybe even an enamel lapel a pin as well!
Aand most exciting, by popular demand we will also be releasing this for your desktop!
That's it for now! Keep an eye on your email mailboxes!
Solidarity,
-Brent
New Durruti Stretch Goal! New Makhnovtsi Patch! *FREE* Original Christmas Song!
over 1 year ago
– Sat, Dec 17, 2022 at 05:40:51 PM
Comrades,
So here we are, thanks to *your* help and enthusiasm not only is Durruti #2 happening BUT also I will be releasing a second "Los Errantes" Prequel Ashcan, chronicling another, earlier chapter in Durruti's life and adventures.
Even better, if we can just manage to add a little more than $1500 to this campaign in the next five days, that ashcan will be in FULL COLOR and every single one of you will get a free digital download!
Now to help with that, I'm adding some NEW add-ons, and they're AMAZING:
Makhnovist Patch/Sticker
So first off, we have a BRAND NEW Woven Patch, and it's amazing:
This striking image is by Durruti #2 artist Juan Francisco Mota and is based after Makhno's battle standard. It is available with TWO variations: a woven patch and a sticker. Both will be high quality (in the case of the patch the quality will be similar to the Adelante! patch from last time) and 4 inches x 3.5 inches. (so it will fit easily on a shirt, jacket or ballcap) and the sticker will be a bit bigger 5 inches by 4.33 inches.
Cossacks don't mess around.
The slogan is Ukrainian and reads: "Death to all Who Stand in the Way of Freedom for Working People"
You'll be able to add the sticker for $3 and the Patch for $7 (or get both for $10) and NO additional shipping.
Also, I'm VERY strongly considering making this into a shirt. If you want me to, sound off in the comments!
SWZA Challenge Coin (50% Off)
So, to help us hit our goal and make sure that you get the bonus comic in full color, I have also added another goody--and at a special discounted price. It's also ironically very relevant to Durruti as those of you who have read Durruti #1 know that he isn't overly fond of kings:
"Royal Flesh, Royal Blood"
This coin is from my other series: "Snow White Zombie Apocalypse" and is an insanely popular item:
"One Night Awaits Us All"
It's 1.75 x 1.75 and HEAVY with a satin gold finish. A head and shoulders above what most KS's offer in the coin department. There's also a twist as this depicts the likeness of Prince Charming's father, known as "The Blood Covered King"(because he's got turned into a zombie and has been literally raising hell ever since), but AFTER an angry peasant has gotten their hands on it and chiseled his opinion onto his face. (The design is actually based on hobo nickles)
These first sold for $25, and now regularly selling for $20. I am willing to let FIFTY go for just $10 (and no additional shipping). So if you want one, now is the time to grab it.
So, as you folks know, I'm heavily inspired by music and I LOVE sharing it with you...and this holiday season is no exception. Here is a FREE download of a new christmas song from my friend and writing partner Rogue of Crüxshadows.
The download is free, the song is fully produced (by a goth/electronica band that beat out Madonna and Beyoncé for the #1 dance hit in the world in 2005) and REALLY good if I do say so myself.
OH! Also, it looks like just a few of the discounted Durruti #1 Printing Plates just became available again, so if you want an utterly unique one-of-a-kind collectible, that already sold out once, make sure you grab it ASAP.
These are the ACTUAL plates that were used to Print Durruti #1, there is only ONE of each, and all are signed by me and come with a certificate of authenticity, identifying them as 1/1.
