Also, the desk flags just came in and they look AMAZING:
If you'll recall, the first flags were delivered were of such bad quality I couldn't in good conscience send them to you. I'm so glad I waited, because these really are something:
The fundraiser is over, but if you still want the special variant cover for Durruti #2 you can get it here.
Third of all, if you're following my other series Snow White Zombie Apocalypse there are some absolutely GORGEOUS minor arcana cards in the works:
Three of Cups:
Ace of Swords:
If you want to catch up with the series, you can pre-order the graphic novel (which is also being printed as we speak) you can get it here.
Aaand that's about it for now! Hopefully the next time I update your books will BE in the mail!
Solidarity,
-Brent
Makhno Desk Flag Reveal + Last Chance to Support Ukrainian Civilians
almost 3 years ago
– Wed, May 17, 2023 at 05:02:43 PM
Hey folks,
So, quick update. First thing's first: The campaign to honor Makhno's memory and contribute to critical on-the-ground humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine only has three days left, and we're coming down to the wire: just a bit over $400 is left to raise.
For whatever reason social media companies have been banning/delisting Ukrainian War content--I guess the powers that be don't want us focused on this--I am NOT going to let them win, becausethis isn'tjusta comic,it's a chance to help save some lives--but I need YOUR help to do it.
I am still waiting to get the final, high-res files back from my production guy. In the meantime, I'm happy to report that the Desk Flags have been completed and they're on their way to me as we speak. This took a really long time, but I think you'll agree that the quality is worth the wait:
CNT-FAI Flag is on the Previous Update
In other news, I was recently interviewed on three major Podcasts/Youtube Channels, if you want to check them out they are:
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 3 years 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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Br*o** L*****g
J***u* B****
R****ca M****n
B***n W. **ppa**
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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
about 3 years 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!
