What happens when the sins you struggle with most...Can face you, hunt you, feed on you and eventually destroy you themselves?
Welcome to the Astria Galaxy!...A world filled with myths, legends and
creatures of all different backgrounds and species. High above them,
between the galaxy and the heavens, lies Astria; the world of living
breathing color. Angels to some, protectors to others, the Astrians live
as one with the universe, becoming anything it needs. Created by the
Exalted One, they are the only protection between the galaxy and Sin.
Some will overcome, while some give in. Their choices effect the overall
UNITY; a delicate creature whose influence could destroy the galaxy. It
is then that the biggest lessons are learned...
You can read the comic so far by clicking here!
About This Project
The first novel in the Dawn of Unity series:
Genesis has already been published and over 100 copies have been sold.
Now I want to take it and transform it into a series of Comic Books. I
have already split the novel up into Arcs, as milestones for myself to
get parts complete. This Campaign is only for the First Arc.
The
comic will serve to give the reader a different perspective from what
is written in the novel. In other words, the comic will NOT be
told exactly like the novel. Though the main events will be the same, I
strive to give you a new way of looking at the story itself.
As
said above, you can read what has been done so far on the website for
free. But think of that version as the rough draft. The version that
will be printed will have touched up pages, and in some cases, completely redone pages. There will also be extra artwork included that you will not find online. PLUS all the pages in the comic books will be printed in FULL color.
REWARDS
We all like to know what we are getting! For this campaign there are TWO main special rewards that I am offering:
The first is a special Limited Edition version of Issue 1 that has a SKETCH COVER! This means that you get an original one of a kind piece of artwork on the cover! You can choose ANY Astria Legends character that you want. That character will even leave their own signature on the picture! Now how many of you can say you got your favorite character's autograph?
The second is the BIG EXCLUSIVE REWARD. In the First Arc, there is an item that is introduced that is very important to one of the characters. In this reward, YOU will receive a genuine replica of that item! The item will be signed and numbered. You will also receive exclusive art and information on the item's use as well as the character it belongs to!
Also, if we EXCEED our goal and break $1000, I am going to add a 11x17 mini poster print of brand new, never before seen art to ALL backers who pledged $20 and up! To backers below $20, they will get a desktop wallpaper of the same artwork!
Goals and Dreams
I
have been working on the Christian Fantasy world of Astria Legends for
over ten years. I desire to empower people with the knowledge that they
can make a difference both in their own lives and in the lives of
others. I want to teach them that every decision that they make has the
power to affect those they will never come in contact with and can last
lifetimes. The Dawn of Unity Series is a fantasy, something that young
adults as well as adults can get into, but it is also a tool. A tool
that shows that no matter how old you are, what you have done, what you
have been through, your background, race, how you were brought up or
what others have said about you, that it is never too late to make a
change.
I hope that by the pictures you see that I am putting out my
very best artwork into this comic to make it a beautiful and quality
product.
Should this campaign be a success I want to continue until
the entire novel is transformed into comic form. Then I want to
continue the entire Dawn of Unity series in comic books until the saga
is complete!
Risks and Challenges
The Risks and challenges of this project is having the time to finish it according to the deadline. I feel that I have given myself ample time to complete the arc including buffer just encase "life" happens.
Also there is the time it will take for the books to be printed. Depending on how long the lead time is, books may not be sent out on time. This is outside of my control but I will keep all backers updated on this situation should it come up.
Dream and Believe
Over ten years in the making, such a long time
spent on a dream. It has been a journey, both for me as well as all
those who dwell in Astria Galaxy... and the journey has only just begun!
Help me make it possible! If you can't contribute, that's
perfectly ok, I only ask that you pray and spread the word to whomever
you can. Every little bit counts.