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Scorpiana 4: The Battle is Joined!

Created by Michael Shoemaker

The fourth issue starring the most dangerous woman in comics, Scorpiana!

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Scarlet Steel -- Link update
8 months ago – Tue, Sep 19, 2023 at 06:46:09 PM

Hey, everyone--

I'm learning that the link to the pre-launch page isn't working for everyone for some reason -- my apologies. To avoid any confusion, here's the full URL that should bring you to the promised land:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thescarletsteel/scarlet-steel-1-the-senses-shattering-first-issue

Of course, please let me know if it still doesn't work and I'll hook you up by hook or by crook. 👍

- Mike

Get ready for Scarlet Steel!!!
8 months ago – Tue, Sep 19, 2023 at 05:38:25 PM

Scarlet Steel!

Greetings from Outpost 426!

First of all, thank you so much for your past support for Scorpiana. We have truly enjoyed bringing her adventures to you, and she will return!

Okay, folks. Mark your calendars: Monday, September 25th.

That's the day I'll be launching the debut issue for Scarlet Steel! Set in the same "metaverse" as fellow Outpost 426 characters Scorpiana and Mite, Scarlet is a beautiful, brawling superwoman who can knock out the baddest villain at five o'clock and show up for cocktails at six. Originally appearing in Scorpiana #3, this is her first solo issue.

Hammer Time!

Of all the characters I've created, Scarlet is by far the closest to my heart. She's appeared in my scripts and stories since the mid-'80s, and I'm thrilled to finally introduce you to her. Her inspirations are obvious, with the biggest being Jean Grey's incarnation of the Phoenix (let's hear it for redheads!) along with Supergirl, Power Girl, and Wonder Woman. I'm a big believer in big, fun, action-packed, sexy comic books, and with this issue, I guarantee you're getting all of that.

Battlezone

The debut issue is 30 pages of ass-kicking goodness, written by me, with lines by the incomparable Leo Matos and scintillating colors by KodiArt96. I think the interior art rivals that of the best indie comics on the market, and I provide plenty of examples. I've also got a plethora of amazing covers by the likes of CB Zane, Steve Scott, Keith Garvey, Courtney Rose, David Lima, Stef Wilson, and Jeff Spokes, among others! Go big or go home, am I right?

Flight

To prove what I'm saying, I'm providing everyone with a first-ever exclusive: a pre-launch preview of the project itself! It's mostly complete, with only some extra graphics to perfect and upload, but this is the meat of the campaign. I invite everyone to click this link and check out what's on offer:

https://tinyurl.com/SSKSPreview

In addition to the covers (which all feature foil options), I also have plenty of prints and discounted combos to please even the most discriminating comics consumer.  Be sure to check out the Rewards to see what's there so you can plan ahead. If you have questions, feedback, or suggestions, please feel free to contact me and I promise you'll get a response.

Here's the link to be notified on launch day! I'd be honored to know I have your interest.

https://tinyurl.com/SSPrelaunch

Thanks, and I hope you'll join me on this exciting journey!

- Mike

Quick update
8 months ago – Fri, Sep 01, 2023 at 05:27:29 PM

Hey there!

I just wanted to give everyone a quick update regarding upcoming plans here at Outpost 426. First, thank you all so much for supporting Scorpiana and the other projects we produce. We literally couldn't do it without you. Scorpiana will absolutely be back, with issue #5 in the planning stages with a tentative plan to launch her next campaign in December. In related Metaverse news, series artist CB Zane recently finished a campaign for the second issue of his character Mite, so if you didn't know about it and want to inquire about how to get a digital or perhaps even physical copy, you can email him here:

[email protected]

If you'd like to see what covers and such were on offer, here's the project link:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/intothesuck5/the-mighty-mite-issue-2/

Second, it won't be long until I launch my first solo comic project, Scarlet Steel. She's a sexy, sultry, southern superwoman whose story picks up where Mite's leaves off -- in battle with Horus! Her first appearance was in issue #3 of Scorpiana, and after many, many inquiries about her, she'll finally be flying into your hands. Artists Leo Matos and KodiArt are up to page 12 of a planned 30-page book, and I'll proudly be previewing the beautiful interior art and the cover lineup for you in the very near future. I'm looking to launch it this month, so watch this space for more information!

Finally, I wanted to highlight a current campaign that you all might be interested in. Friend of Outpost 426 Luis Torres is offering a trade paperback compilation for his awesome character Lili the Demoness, and you can check it out here:

http://kck.st/3snverJ 

Lili the Demoness

With extra content and all sorts of great cover options, you really can't go wrong. I've backed it, and encourage you to consider doing the same!

That's it for now. Exciting things are on the horizon, so stay tuned!

Mike

52 Hours left to get The Mighty MITE #2!
10 months ago – Wed, Jul 19, 2023 at 08:54:44 AM

The countdown is hours (not days)! Don't miss out on action packed issue 2 of The Mighty MITE!  Pressley Pagette, aka MITE is moving on to college but mega-powered evil stills lurks... this time the form of Horus!

Follow the link below to get issue 2 and snag your favorite covers!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/intothesuck5/the-mighty-mite-issue-2?

Stay Mitey!

-Outpost 426 Studios

Scorpiana and MITE!
10 months ago – Sun, Jul 16, 2023 at 08:39:51 AM

Hey there Scorpiana fans!

Did you get your copy of The MIghty MITE #2 ? You know MITE, she made her appearance in Scorpiana #2! Follow the link so that you don't miss out!

 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/intothesuck5/the-mighty-mite-issue-2? 

There's only 5 days remaining on the kickstarter campaign! Hope to have you all aboard!

Stay Mitey!

- Outpost 426 Studios