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The Dragon Guard

A jaw dropping tale of fantasy inspired by cartoons of the 80s and epic comics of the 90s!

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The Dragon Guard

The Dragon Guard

The Dragon Guard

The Dragon Guard

The Dragon Guard

A jaw dropping tale of fantasy inspired by cartoons of the 80s and epic comics of the 90s!

A jaw dropping tale of fantasy inspired by cartoons of the 80s and epic comics of the 90s!

A jaw dropping tale of fantasy inspired by cartoons of the 80s and epic comics of the 90s!

A jaw dropping tale of fantasy inspired by cartoons of the 80s and epic comics of the 90s!

Kevin Sharpe
Kevin Sharpe
Kevin Sharpe
Kevin Sharpe
1 Campaign |
Pulaski, United States
$58,524 USD by 951 backers
$37,277 USD by 592 backers on May 28, 2020


DragonGuard  Artist Kevin Sharpe here .

I'd like to Introduce you to Dragon Guard. Before I do, I want to tell you about myself. I'm a 25 year veteran of the comics Industry. I've worked for Marvel , DC , Dynamite Entertainment, Image , Crossgen, and IDW for starters. I've drawn some of the most popular characters in comics, From Thor, to Xtreme Xmen, to Black panther  and Generation X and Nova as well as Legion of SuperHeroes, Man of Steel,  Katana - Shazam, and Arsenal. I've even drawn cult faves like Vampirella and Army of darkness.

 One of my biggest passions, is Fantasy, BIG , BOLD,  80’s cartoon Fantasy. Beyond anything I've ever drawn, DragonGuard is a love letter to that era of Fantasy—like Thundercats, Masters-of the universe, Visionaries , Conan, Gargoyles, Sectaurs, and Dungeon and Dragons. I want to show you what I can do , and you'll see from the art, that this is my best looking work EVER.

Are you let down  by the big two?  Tired of your favorite books being bogged down by stories that are less and less about good comics and more about agendas????  

I am too. That's what DragonGuard is here for ...the Fans!!

What is DRAGONGUARD?

On the faraway planet of Mysterra, an ancient evil arises that threatens the cosmos. A long forgotten order of mystic warriors called the DragonGuard return to find,  protect, and train the heralded sword bearer.......the teenage son of a humble blacksmith!

DragonGuard is a 60 page,  full color,  Epic Fantasy comic, that's a love letter to the fantasy cartoons of the glorious 80's .  If you love Thundercats, He-man, Visionaries, Conan, Sectaurs or Gargoyles or if you miss the bombastic excitement of 90's comics like Pitt, Wildcats or BATTLE CHASERS, then this comic is FOR YOU!!

 

I NEED YOU!

To make this comic a reality, I need BACKERS and that means you

While I can draw this book,  I can't pay for everything to produce it. I can give you highly detailed pencils, but I can't pay for colors , letters, production costs, and printing. 

When you back the book, and select from perks,  you help fund these costs, so I can give you the most exciting art I can wring from these hands.

You can see throughout the campaign examples of my pencils, inking, and the color work in the book....REAL EXAMPLES. Not promotional art, not proposed art...THE ACTUAL COMIC ART. What you see, is what I have ready, and what YOU CAN TRUST you will get.


Joining me on this book is my creative team.

My creative team includes:

Loren Bobbitt--My editor and co-writer.  She's the creator, writer and artist of Unconquered on Webtoons. 

Alonso Espinoza--the main colorist for the book. He does Amazing work .  You see it right before your eyes. I want vibrant colors because I want kids to love this too and Alonso delivers!!!

Eric Weathers- He letters Everything.   He also has a book called Flying Fortress.

Bob Stone --Logo man and main production guy for the book. He worked on Jaw Breakers. 

 

 

and Me--Ill be drawing and Inking mostly everything.

 

I say MOSTLY, because there's some surprises for you . A guest cover or two along with cards, prints, and stretch goals that, if you dig my art, then you'll dig them as well!

You'll be Funding me to pay:

The creative team.

Printing-- I'm looking to print this as a perfect bound graphic novel not a floppy. But it depends on FUNDING! 

Shipping  for the books and the perks you will sign up for. 

Supplies ---the small stuff like mailers and mylar protectors to protect your investment in the dream!

 


 

Villains Cover B

 

 

OK. With any project there can be hiccups along the way. Right now the biggest unknown factor is with the current Coronavirus.  Some large printers have issued delays. My hope by printing in late October is to cushion any potential delays by a printer.  BUT because of the unusual times we are experiencing, its difficult to predict every bump in the road with our partners, We WILL keep you informed if theres any problems. You also have the option to back out at anytime BEFORE THE CAMPAIGN ENDS.  Also Barring any serious illness or complications with my health ( diabetes) I will work to be on time and will be giving you the best work of my career!  I will being updating looks at art weekly so you feel you are informed of progress.

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Hero vs Villain double pager
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Hero vs Villain double pager

$1,000 USD $2,000 USD (50% off)
Double pager of Our hero Aethyron vs Cryptogor ! Measures Roughly 17 x 22 On Bristol board ! A action double pager! Plus both metal cards and two copies of the book signed and the Mike S Miller version, plus a 9x12 single char sketch! Note: The original art will ship immediately to backer as it’s a larger item .
Included Items
  • Double pager of hero v villain
Estimated Shipping
December 2022
0 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Art of DragonGuard  comic

Art of DragonGuard comic

$4 USD $7 USD (42% off)
Do you love the art you see? Included here is a 16 page supplemental featuring character sketches, layouts and other art in the creation of Dragonguard. Features a All NEW Cover art by Kevin Sharpe!!
Included Items
  • Art of Dragonguard comic
Estimated Shipping
February 2021
26 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Stranger in a foreign land

Stranger in a foreign land

$15 USD $25 USD (40% off)
Digital copy of the book in PDF form. This Is a great option for non US based fans who don’t want to deal with costly shipping!
Included Items
  • Digital copy of DragonGuard
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
121 claimed
Metal print and metal card

Metal print and metal card

$18 USD $20 USD (10% off)
You get a comic sized ( approximate ) metal print of your choice and a random cover metal card .
Included Items
  • Metal print and metal card
Estimated Shipping
July 2021
4 claimed
Ships worldwide.
the Instant Classic

the Instant Classic

$25 USD $30 USD (16% off)
Thank you! You're getting the 60 page full color comic. Perfect bound and in your hands. This is the fantasy comic you've been needing in your life. Lets show the mainstream how it should be done. Mainstream and Pro quality you can trust but with epic art and no agendas but cool comics.
Included Items
  • The DragonGuard physical comic
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
281 claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia
Instant Classic (Villains Cvr)

Instant Classic (Villains Cvr)

$25 USD $30 USD (16% off)
Because you demanded it!! You get one copy of the villains cvr version , unsigned !
Included Items
  • Villains cover unsigned
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
48 claimed
Ships worldwide.
DnQ special Mike Miller cover

DnQ special Mike Miller cover

$25 USD $30 USD (16% off)
With our Drawn and Quartered theme, We present a new awesome new cover!!! DC comics , Marvel and Game of Thrones Artist Mike S Miller delivers a fantastic Alternate cover for Dragon Guard! Great details and fantastic layout ! Cover will be in color !
Included Items
  • Special Mike Miller Cover
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
48 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Artist Signature (Hero)

Artist Signature (Hero)

$30 USD $35 USD (14% off)
You get the hero cover of the book SIGNED by the artist and a metal card of the the promo image!
Included Items
  • Signed copy of DragonGuard
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
79 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Artist Signature ( villains )

Artist Signature ( villains )

$30 USD $35 USD (14% off)
This is a signed copy of the villains cover plus a metal card of the promo art.
Included Items
  • Signed copy of Villains cover!
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
28 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Forged in Dragon Fire

Forged in Dragon Fire

$40 USD $45 USD (11% off)
You are getting the Hero cover of the book, comic sized metal print of the promo image and a metal trading card!!
Included Items
  • comic + metal print and card
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
57 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Greater of Two Evils

$50 USD $60 USD (16% off)
Both versions of the book . You get the heroes and villains covers!! Signed!
Included Items
  • Heroes and Villains copies
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
44 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Sketch card

Sketch card

$50 USD $80 USD (37% off)
Hand drawn pencil and ink Sketch card By Kevin . Any character of your choice.
Included Items
  • Sketch Card
Estimated Shipping
November 2020
18 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
CyberMonday deal!

CyberMonday deal!

$65 USD $85 USD (23% off)
For Cyber Monday only. You get physical copy of DragonGuard your choice of cover , sketch cover and prismatic full color sticker. You name the character and you get a original art pencil and ink sketch card!!
Included Items
  • Comic, Sketch card and sticker
Estimated Shipping
February 2021
9 out of 25 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

Covered in Metal

$70 USD $75 USD (6% off)
You are selecting to get copies of the book with both covers. Heroes and Villains. Plus a metal PRINT of both covers!! Plus a hand drawn sketch card !
Included Items
  • Both Covers and Metal prints
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
14 claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada
Bare Bones

Bare Bones

$70 USD $80 USD (12% off)
The basic all three cover variants but with no extras except included stretch goal items. You get the heroes cover, the villains cover and the Mike Miller cover. Just the three books and stretch goal items.
Included Items
  • All Three cover versions
Estimated Shipping
November 2020
5 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Cyber Funday special

$75 USD $85 USD (11% off)
You get the perks of the original Cyber Monday deal — the comic, a Dragonguard prismatic sticker , and a sketch card with the character of your choice, Plus the Art of Dragonguard comic book.
Included Items
  • Book,art book,sketchcard combo
Estimated Shipping
May 2021
7 out of 30 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Warriors Call

Warriors Call

$100 USD $150 USD (33% off)
Best bang for your buck. You get signed copies of BOTH heroes and villains covers, both comic sized villains metal prints , both promo metal cards and a hand drawn sketch card of a character from Dragonguard!!
Included Items
  • Both Covers and Metal prints
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
47 claimed
Ships worldwide.
the seige

the seige

$385 USD $450 USD (14% off)
A page of the interior art . 11x17 pencils and inks on strathmore 400 bristol board. Also includes a copy of the book and metal trading card. *note* art requires special shipping .
Included Items
  • Interior original art page
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
18 out of 30 of claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada
Art of the sword

Art of the sword

$525 USD $900 USD (41% off)
Aspiring artist? Looking to start drawing or wanna up your game? Get this perk and Kevin will spend a TWO HOUR personal stream geared towards instructing you on sequential art—- anatomy, storytelling, life drawing, perspective..you name it! Included is both villains and heroes covers signed , promo metal print, and 11x17 pencil single char sketch!
Included Items
  • Video Art instruction with Kev
Estimated Shipping
November 2020
0 out of 6 of claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom
A face in the Guard

A face in the Guard

$825 USD $1,200 USD (31% off)
You get to be in a page of DragonGuard! I’ll draw you as a Royal Guard or Villager your choice and featured prominently on a page . *Included is the Page you're On , * Copy of both covers , SIGNED! , * both comic sized metal prints of the covers and 4 metal cards AND a sketch card drawn by kevin!
Included Items
  • Be in the Book!!
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
0 out of 5 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Lord of the Cosmos

Lord of the Cosmos

$2,000 USD $2,500 USD (20% off)
This will be the special cover for the Sketch Cover perk that is behind the blank . Art will be inked by Kevin. It includes the 11x17 cover, comic sized metal prints, hero, villain and sketch cover versions, signed, 2 metal cards, and free sketch on sketch cover. *if stretch goal isn’t met , sketch cover sketch will be replaced by 11x17 Drawing!
Included Items
  • Stretch Goal Cover
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
The Hero
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The Hero

$700 USD $800 USD (12% off)
Estimated Shipping
October 2020
2 out of 2 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
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Double trouble

$1,000 USD $1,500 USD (33% off)
Estimated Shipping
Original: October 2020
Current: December 2022
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia
Final Battle double pager
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Final Battle double pager

$1,200 USD $1,500 USD (20% off)
Estimated Shipping
October 2021
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

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