We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates on BLITZ, our indie-focused creator magazine!
After multiple discussion with out printer, reviewing costs, stock, and quality of...
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📢 BLITZ is getting BIGGER & BETTER!
We’ve got some exciting updates as we continue building BLITZ Magazine! After the campaign, we took a deep dive into magazine culture, drawing inspiration from classics like ...
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BLITZ: FULL STEAM AHEAD
Hey everyone,
We wanted to share a quick update with you!
The entire BLITZ team is working tirelessly to bring you something truly extraordinary. We're in talks with a wide ar...
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...AND THAT'S A WRAP!
THANK YOU ALL!
We are beyond thrilled with the incredible enthusiasm and support our campaign received, and we couldn’t be more pleased with its success and the stretch goals w...
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STRETCH GOAL HIT - THAT'S NOW TWO ISSUES OF BLITZ TO ALL BACKERS!
What a way to start the week by hitting our 10K Stretch Goal! This means ALL BACKERS now get not just Issue 1 of BLITZ but Issue 2 as well! Now, that's some good reading :)
To ...
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Mahfood Print Drop - NOW!
We've just dropped some of our Jim Mahfood Limited Edition Silkscreen prints into our Add-Ons section... Window closing, shortly...
We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates on BLITZ, our indie-focused creator magazine!
After multiple discussion with out printer, reviewing costs, stock, and quality of print — we've made our final decision and are upscaling BLITZ to an impressive 10 x 13 inches in size — the same format as Rolling Stone!
Why?
Because we believe comics are just as much rock n' roll, and they deserve to make a bold statement. This larger size gives us the perfect canvas to highlight breathtaking artwork, design stunning splash pages, and push the boundaries of visual design.
We’re also embracing a unique retro vibe with old-school newsprint. The tactile quality of this paper will harken back to the golden age of comics while delivering something fresh and distinctive to modern audiences.
In terms of content, we’ve locked in our format to include:
Three feature articles profiling amazing comic creators—leaders of the indie industry whose work inspires and defines the scene.
Original comic showcases highlighting incredible talent from around the world.
Plus, we haven't forgotten all the other stuff we've promised like..
The Creator Universe Handbook insert, is a tip of the hat to 'you know who' but instead showcases creator-owned characters and where to find them!
Inspired by IMAGO, an Italian magazine that was published from 1960-1971, we're experimenting with some ideas. We want to expand these backer extras to include a few unique items that create a kind of limited variant edition of the magazine. A kind of indie comics loot bag. More on this in the new year!
INSPIRATION: ROLLING STONE & IMAGO
While working on issue 1, we're also mapping out issues 2-8 and couldn’t be more excited about the creators we’re bringing on board! Leaders in their craft combined with up-and-coming artists, entrepreneurs, journalists, and designers, are joining the BLITZ movement, helping us craft something truly special.
We’re endlessly grateful to our backers for their patience and support as we take the extra time to refine and elevate this project. With your backing, we’re making BLITZ a magazine that celebrates indie comics, the creators behind them, and the fans who champion their work.
We'll be back in the new year with more details, art, and more. Till then we're wishing you a wonderful holiday season, but stay tuned—BLITZ is about to make some serious noise!
We’ve got some exciting updates as we continue building BLITZ Magazine! After the campaign, we took a deep dive into magazine culture, drawing inspiration from classics like Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, Creem, Wizard, Deadline, Raygun, MAD, and more. Embracing the vibe of "go big or go home," and considering the incredible content we want to deliver, we’ve decided to upsize BLITZ to a larger format to fully showcase the creativity and rebellious spirit that we want the magazine to embody!
Originally planned, and promoted throughout the campaign, at a traditional comic size of 6 x 9 in. as an echo to the medium, we’re now shifting to a bigger size—either the classic North American 8.5 x 11 in., think Vanity Fair, or even 9 x 12 in., similar to the UK’s Deadline magazine. We're currently waiting on printer quotes to make the final decision. This larger format will allow us to better present the stories, art, and features the content deserves, offering more visual space for interviews, expansive galleries, and giving creators an even stronger platform to shine.
[ a few of the magazines we perused and compared ]
This change has undoubtedly added more work to our plate and adjusted our timeline, but we truly believe it's the best decision for the magazine and for you, our backers and readers. Our goal is to ensure BLITZ delivers bold, impactful content and provides the best possible experience!
With this new format, we're also expanding our contributors list by reaching out to creators across various media spaces who love the comic medium, and the endless possibilities it contains. Our goal is to bring a rich and diverse collection of voices to every issue. We want BLITZ to reflect the evolving world of indie creation, offering insights, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes looks from creators pushing boundaries in their fields.
Please stay tuned for more updates as we work to make BLITZ bigger and better than ever! We can't wait to share the final product with you.
The entire BLITZ team is working tirelessly to bring you something truly extraordinary. We're in talks with a wide array of journalists, comic creators, and other talented individuals, as we build our contributor network for Issue 1 and beyond, to ensure BLITZ exceeds your expectations. Our mission is to create a magazine that not only showcases the best of the indie comic scene but also celebrates the creativity and passion that drive it, through exceptional design and presentation.
Every detail is being meticulously crafted—from compelling stories to stunning artwork—so that when you open that first issue, you'll feel the energy and excitement that went into its creation. We're pulling out all the stops to deliver something remarkable.
Stay tuned for more updates regarding art teases, timelines, and contest winners.
We are beyond thrilled with the incredible enthusiasm and support our campaign received, and we couldn’t be more pleased with its success and the stretch goals we achieved! We’re truly grateful to each and every one of you.
From day one, your belief in BLITZ and the spirit of independent creators helped us reach our funding goal and hit not one, but two stretch goals! In a world where some might scoff at a print magazine in the digital age, your support has shown that we’re onto something special.
Thanks to the amazing response BLITZ received, we’ve decided to lock in six issues, set to be released quarterly starting in 2025. But first, we’ve got an 80-page giant to finish, and we can’t wait to get it into your hands. Stay tuned for updates on surveys and the fun stuff we have planned. But for now, we’re going to kick back and enjoy this moment.
Thank you for being part of this journey and for helping us make BLITZ and RAIDcon such a resounding success.
What a way to start the week by hitting our 10K Stretch Goal! This means ALL BACKERS now get not just Issue 1 of BLITZ but Issue 2 as well! Now, that's some good reading :)
To celebrate, we're setting a mid-milestone achievement: if we can hit $12,500, every backer will also receive 4 packs of our RAID Creator Visions, Series 1, Trading Card Series! This set premiered last year and showcases a variety of creators, foil chase cards, and the rare Golden Ticket, which wins someone an original page of comic art! Check out the campaign page for more details.
Our ultimate goal is to hit the 15K Milestone and get everyone Issue 3 of BLITZ!
To help us reach this goal, we're introducing a new tier: the NIGHTOWL. Designed to balance out the sold-out EARLYBIRD, this tier includes everything the EARLYBIRD offers PLUS a RAID RETRO TEE, all at a discounted price! We're only opening up 25 spots for this tier - as Jim Mahfood's exclusive print is limited to 100 editions!
