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Torch: Reclaim the Skies #1-2

Created by AJ Rojek

Retired child prodigy starpilot Torch Armstrong misses that adrenaline rush. Now older, she tries to break out of her rut.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Campaign Surveys Needed!
over 3 years ago – Sun, Aug 14, 2022 at 11:42:42 PM

Hiya gang,


So it's been a few weeks and I'm here to reports that 80% of the surveys have been filled out. If you haven't filled your survey out yet...PLEASE DO SO. The sooner you do, the sooner I can get everyone's rewards sent out. 


You might think that you're response is no biggie...but it IS. Backers at every tier has their name added to the Thank You page. So please get that done asap. 


Reminder that surveys are coming via a third party called BACKERKIT, be sure to check your email and spam folder for an email from BackerKit. 


Thanks everyone!

-AJ

Surveys have been Sent! - PLEASE READ
over 3 years ago – Fri, Aug 05, 2022 at 02:32:28 AM

That's right! It's GO TIME. The BackerKit surveys have been sent to your email address. 


Please do them ASAP. The sooner everyone finishes their survey, the sooner I can send the Digital Copies of issue #2 and contact the printers. 


CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDERS. BackerKit is a separate entity from Kickstarter so your email inbox might throw a fit. Also if you have any questions, feel free to reach out via KS Messenger or comment here!


That's it! I will check in with everyone in about a week with an update to survey counts. 


Look to the Stars!

AJ

Campaign Concludes! + One Last Spotlight
over 3 years ago – Sun, Jul 10, 2022 at 06:03:45 PM

Hiya folks, the campaign has come to a close! We funded Day One and went 225% our funding goal. We unlocked a ton of Stretch Goals and Milestones as well! AMAZING! As always, I'm a so grateful to everyone who contributed.  Thank you. The proceeds are going directly into Issue 3 production. 

So What Happens Next:

  • Kickstarter will process your card on file and collect your pledge amount.
  • Once I receive the funds in est. 2 weeks - I will send out BackerKit Surveys.
  • These surveys will collect key info such as Thank You names and shipping addresses. It is here that you will pay for shipping.
  • Once all the survey's are collected, Digital Rewards will be sent out and the Printer will be notified. 

See you in 2 weeks!

Spotlights

Overmind: A Science Fiction Thriller Graphic Novel

A cool sci-fi graphic novel featuring a badass redhead. The covers and art pay homage to the great scifi art of the 1940s and 50s. 

Ayla Rin, Agent of Terra Prime has uncovered a plot against the Imperium! On a faraway colony planet, the governor is linking his populace into an ethernet where they are being mind-controlled by a rogue artificial intelligence that seeks galactic domination! Only Alya Rin can stop this nefarious plot and save humanity as we know it. Fans of Valerian, The Incal, and Saga will love OVERMIND!

Shieldbreaker Pt. 2

I don't see a lot of Viking indies out there which makes this campaign cool . Plus it looks like Mickey Scott carefully researched Norse mythology for this story. 

Tyra Karlsdottir's journey as she takes part in her first battles and raids, aided by the mysterious spirit trapped in her sword, will lead you down that path. Follow Tyra as she discovers what it really means to go a-viking and is forced to choose her own path in this 33-page chapter in the Shieldbreaker Saga.


3rd Stretch Goal UNLOCKED + Spotlights
over 3 years ago – Fri, Jul 08, 2022 at 06:38:54 PM

Wow! In the final hours we unlocked this dope RedVeril Magnet for every Backer! Up next is a sticker pack. But even before the sticker pack...if we hit 250 backers (as of this posting that is 12 more people)...every physical backer gets a coloring page. A physical bonus reward based on backer count?! Whoever heard of such a thing?! The monkeys in accounting are furious. 

And now in the final hours I wanna shout out some awesome sci-fi campaigns work a look. 

Quantum Marmalade #1

This sci-fi campaign looks DOPE. I actually grabbed a physical tier because the pricing is so good. The art and story premise gives me Saga vibes (my favorite series) and I love scifi-comedy pairings. (Plus, I would die for Harold.) 

On the backwater planet of Ee’ezzo, the nations of Bazi and E’dolo are at war ... again. During their last war, both countries were brought to their knees by a rogue madman -- Y’ov -- and his horrifying chemical weapons. The rival nations reluctantly brokered a truce to bring Y’ov down. A truce that has lasted less than a generation.


Worlds Away #1

Great art style and impressive campaign numbers. Plus some really spectacular Variants. Damien is a fellow North Carolinian.he's an hour away from me! And as you know I love Issue 1 campaigns - get on the ground floor!

What are you willing to do to ensure a loved one’s safety?  For Serenity, a futuristic soldier equipped with high-tech armor, the answer is “Anything and everything.” This includes stealing a cure from an alien-race to save Mackenzie, her estranged, 13-year-old daughter’s life from a life-threatening illness.

Stretch Goal UNLOCKED ~ Spark Trading Card + Appearances!
over 3 years ago – Thu, Jun 30, 2022 at 02:35:12 AM

Wowowow with still a week left we are moving at a killer pace. I have no doubt in my mind we will absolutely hit our next Stretch Goal of $4,250...once we hit that mark every physical backer gets a Torch & Spark Magnet! Featuring the gorgeous art and colors by RedVeril. 


Be sure to share so we can hit those last few stretches!

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Appearances

Torch is starting to garner some rave reviews and I've been fortunate to appear on a few shows to talk about the story!

Panel 2 Panel - These guys were super professional. We did a deep dive into the themes behind Torch.

Blake's Buzz - Shared the stage with a few awesome creators and an energetic host. Torch talk happens towards the end of this 2+ hour showcase.

Monday Night Livestream - I had no idea Jonathan was gonna give Torch a shout out. What an awesome surprise! Appears around 52 minute mark. 

Quoth the Raven - I was happy to reconnect with Louis, who had me on the show for issue #1.


As always, look to the stars!

-AJ