Zoana's alchemical brilliance earns her an invitation to the secret city of Bethellium. But her power stirs deep distrust- is there a connection between her abilities and the carnage inflicted by the last great alchemist?
Katherine isn't about to take the risk- through trials and tribulations, she will wrestle the truth into the open.
Help indie author 'A Blue Deer' bring his first book to print.
You can help unlock the funds necessary to print luscious books and masterfully sculpted figurines.
Beautify your life with a flowing limited-edition wallscroll, glimmering charms, and more.
This will be the first printing of ABD's first book- there will never be Bethellium Volume 1 first edition copies again, and this campaign offers an exclusive variant cover at higher tiers.
Exclusive 3D printed Zoana figurine available in higher perks.
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Reward indie artist ABD for his years of painstaking, gorgeous labor. Let's elevate his work, share it with others, and help ensure he can continue making the world a more beautiful, more vivid place.
Risks & Challenges
The Vivid crew will be managing campaign fulfillment, and we have seen it all. From fires to floods, to global supply chain disasters- we deliver through it all. We'll keep you updated on what to expect, and do what it takes to get beautiful books into your hands!
15 years of indie publishing experience.
8+ campaigns of experience, from Kickstarter to IndieGoGo.
The Rewards:
A look at what you will be unboxing:
Perk 1- Digital Wizard
Includes a high-resolution PDF download of the book, and desktop wallpaper featuring the beautiful Bethellium girls.
Perk 2- Hardcover Lover
Add the Bethellium Volume 1 first edition graphic novel to your physical collection. And as Stretch Goals unlock bookmarks, they will be added automatically to your order. (Includes everything from Perk 1.)
Perk 3- Ascended Acolyte
Beautify your life with some easy-on-the-eyes scenery. High quality kiss-cut sticker sheet, glimmering rainbow-acrylic keychain, leatherette notepad, and a limited edition art print. (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Perk 4- Flowing Magic. (LIMIT 200)
Unfurl a limited edition campaign wallscroll- shimmering fabric more durable than posters, with the ability to hang anywhere or roll up for easy storage. Plus at this level, your graphic novel and art print will come signed by the creator of the series, ABD. (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Perk 5- Personal Keepsake (LIMIT 10)
The Personal Keepsake includes an original sketch by ABD- physical art, direct from the hand of the artist. This one of a kind collector's item will belong to no one but you. (Not a commission, the subject matter will be a surprise.) (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Perk 6- Sculpted Mage (LIMIT 15)
Clear the best shelf space for Zoana! Masterfully sculpted under the direction of the artist, you will own a limited edition 3D-printed figurine, the first Bethellium model to be produced. When they're gone, they're gone. (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Perk 7- Chromatic Mage (LIMIT 9)
At this level, your figurine will be hand-painted by Vivid creator & artist Liz. She's been bringing her sense of color to figurines for years, and is looking forward to bringing Zoana to life. But it takes serious time, so only figurines at this perk or higher can get the hand-painted treatment. (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Perk 8- Arch Alchemist
The pinnacle is yours! One backer gets it all, PLUS a bona-fide commission from ABD himself. The artist's limitations and guidelines apply (contact ABD if you need clarification) and your commission art will also be included to you in the form of a custom full-size wallscroll. (Includes everything from the previous perk.)
Stretch Goals!
Nothing feels quite as good as leveling up- so let's do it!
$3,000- Campaign goal. HUGE thank you! Books can now become a lovely reality.
$3,500- Bookmarks. A double-sided bookmark featuring- who? Whoever the launch stream supporters voted for! Comes included with every physical book perk.
$4,500- Hardcovers. Your book just got better- nothing can match the heft of a hardcover.
$5,000- Bookmark 2. The bookmarks are now a set! A second bookmark featuring a second lovely lady. The bookmark set is included with every physical book perk.
$5,500- Bookmark 3. Add another bookmark to the set!
$6,000-Bookmark 4. It might as well be a pool party at this point.
$6,500- Bookmark 5. We did it! The bookmark set hits completion, with all 5 female protagonists.
$8,200- Special FX. Glimmering foil, glossy spot-finish, and other printing effects will transform these books into an unforgettable treasure. We love treasure, and you will too!
$11,000- Foldout map. Every physical perk now includes a BONUS foldout poster! Thank you for bringing so much art and glory to life.
$20,000- Double the Fun. The Zoana 3D printed figurine will no longer be lonely. We'll open a vote, and everyone receiving the Zoana figurine will get a second Bethellium character at the same scale.
$23,500 – 1 enamel pin is included.
$25,000- A second enamel pin joins the set.
$26,500- A third pin.
$28,000- Fourth pin.
$29,500 – The Glamour Packs now includes 5 enamel pins total, one featuring each girl.
$32,000 – Bethellium Fridge Magnet now included in the Glamour Pack
$35,000 – Brand New Bethellium Art Print illustrated by Dave & Liz included in every mailed order.
$39,000- Slipcase- the Bethellium hardcovers will come in a luxurious slipcase.
$45,000- The Slipcase will now include special printing effects, adding to it's collectible beauty. Could be a cutaway, spot UV, foil stamp- we'll tailor it based on the cover art details.
$60,000 -Bethellium will have an officially composed theme song / music track, free to ALL backers
$70,000 -Bethellium will have an entire music album for your listening enjoyment.
$80,000 - Vivid will produce a 15 second Bethellium intro animation, bringing the gorgeous gals to life like never before. (Note- your rewards should arrive well before the animation is complete, looking at probably spring 2023 for the animation premiere.)
A Note on Shipping
We hear you. These books are no lightweights- and the USPS is raising rates (again!) even as we speak. For Vivid to execute flawless delivery, we must pass along the postage and handling costs. That means packages (especially international ones) will carry a price tag- and based on your country, you may have to cover additional taxes. (Another thing we'd like to change, but for now the magic is only *inside* the books.)
But rest confident- we have delivered successfully to every continent except those holdouts on Antarctica, and Vivid will ensure your first-edition book arrives safe and sound.
Other Ways You Can Help
Even if you can't contribute, your help still matters! Please share this campaign and make some noise about A Blue Deer's work, every share helps assure that his artistic vision can grow and move forward. Use the convenient IndieGoGo share tools, and thank you!
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