This one is a heavy-hitting week in indie comics and pop culture. You won’t want to miss this Crowdfunding Round-Up!
NOR HELL A FURY #1 – a thriller from Eric & Adrianne Palicki
Creators: Space Between Entertainment (Publisher)
Goal: $4,000
End Date: July 3, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $6, the physical for $13, the variant covers for $20, or at higher tiers get the metal cover for $60, and much more!
This supernatural thriller from superstar actress Adrianne Palicki & comics craftsman Eric Palicki is John Wick meets Rosemary’s Baby.
Readers, thrillers have always been at its best when it takes something deeply personal and twists it into something worse, and Nor Hell A Fury #1 does exactly that. Blending the action of John Wick with the supernatural dread of Rosemary’s Baby, Eric and Adrianne Palicki deliver a story about family, sacrifice, and the horrifying lengths a parent will go to protect their child. Add in Javier Ortiz Mateo’s haunting artwork, a stellar creative team, and a premise that hooks you, and you’ve got the makings of a standout indie comic. Whether you’re a fan of supernatural thrillers or just looking for your next obsession, this is a campaign worth your attention.
Become a backer here.
Grawlgore & Shanks #1-2 – A Dwarf & Orc Solve Mysteries!
Creators: ComixTribe (Publisher)
Goal: $4,000
End Date: July 3, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $10, the physical copy for $20, the variant covers for $25, or at higher tiers get the foil cover for $30, and much more!
A pair of unlikely detectives solve perilous mysteries in a high fantasy world. “The Lord of the Rings” meets “Knives Out.”
In my experience, fantasy is no stranger to epic quests and world-ending battles, but Grawlgore & Shanks proves that sometimes the most compelling adventures begin with a good mystery. Imagine The Lord of the Rings crossed with Knives Out, where a dwarf tailor and his orc companion trade swords for sleuthing as they unravel murders, conspiracies, and long-buried secrets. It’s a refreshingly clever take on the fantasy genre, a series that knows how to balance sharp humor, heartfelt characters, and genuinely intriguing detective stories.
Backed by the acclaimed creative team of John Lees and Joe Mulvey, this oversized new installment is packed with two full-length mysteries and gorgeous artwork that makes every page worth lingering on. Whether you’re a fantasy fan, a mystery lover, or both, this is one campaign you won’t want to overlook. Be sure to check it out before the campaign comes to a close!
Become a backer here.
Outlaw’s Apprentice: Broken Blade
Creators: SchweizerCraft (Publisher)
Goal: $2,500
End Date: July 30, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $10, the physical copy for $20, the apprentice tier for $40, or at higher tiers get the outlaw tier for $75!
Book one of the Appalachian-inspired swashbuckling fantasy graphic novel series
Great fantasy stories have a way of pulling inspiration from unexpected places, and Outlaw’s Apprentice: Broken Blade does exactly that. Drawing from the history and culture of Appalachia, Chris Schweizer crafts a swashbuckling adventure that feels both timeless and refreshingly original. Following a young artist forced to learn survival from a battle-hardened outlaw, the series is able to tell a coming-of-age story, combined with thrilling action, and heartfelt character work, into a world that’s impossible not to get lost in.
Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Usagi Yojimbo, and classic adventure tales will find plenty to love here, but it’s the sincerity behind the story that makes it stand out. If you’re looking for a fantasy graphic novel with heart, humor, and plenty of swordplay, make sure to check out the campaign before it rides off into the sunset.
Become a backer here.
COVENANT: THE FINAL CHAPTER
Creators: Oni Press (Publisher)
Goal: $5,000
End Date: July 18, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $15, the physical for $25, the hardcover for $60, or at higher tiers get the complete softcover set for $125, and much more!
Faith, love, and conviction collide in this epic finale to LySandra Vuong’s hit series. Only available in print!
Some stories become hits because of flashy action or stunning artwork, but Covenant earned its devoted following by pairing both an emotionally resonant story about faith and forbidden love. Now, after more than 29 million Webtoon views and five acclaimed volumes, LySandra Vuong’s supernatural epic is finally reaching its conclusion. Whether you’ve been following Ezra and Sunny’s journey from the beginning or have been waiting for the perfect time to dive in, this Kickstarter offers the definitive way to experience the series with an all-new final chapter and gorgeous collector’s editions.
If you’re a fan of supernatural romance, high-stakes action, and character-driven storytelling that isn’t afraid to ask difficult questions, this is a campaign you’ll want to keep an eye on. Be sure to check it out before the final chapter is gone for good.
Become a backer here.
John Layman & Rob Guillory’s GHOSTBRAWLER #1 Bruiser Edition
Creators: John Layman (Writer/Co-Creator), Rob Guillory (Co-Creator/Artist)
Goal: $20,000
End Date: July 23, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $15, the physical copy for $28, the card collection for $18, or at higher tiers get the Bruiser edition for $45, and much more!
Joey Frezzini used to be a boxer. Now he evicts unwanted ghosts from people’s homes. With his FISTS.
Some creative teams define an era of comics, and whenever they reunite, it’s an event worth paying attention to. GhostBrawler brings the award-winning duo of John Layman and Rob Guillory back together for their first creator-owned series since CHEW, delivering a supernatural action-comedy that looks every bit as wild, hilarious, and heartfelt as fans would hope. With a ghost-punching ex-boxer, mobsters, demons, and a healthy dose of absurdity, the series promises over-the-top action without losing sight of what makes it so deep and emotional.
Better yet, this Kickstarter offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes Bruiser Edition that won’t be available anywhere else, making it a must-have for collectors and longtime fans of the duo. If you’re looking for your next favorite creator-owned comic, make sure to check out this campaign before the bell rings.
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Become a backer here.
Heartbreak Manor
Creators: ZOOP (Publisher)
Goal: $7,500
End Date: July 21, 2026
Goodies: Get the digital copy for $25, the physical copy for $45, a signed copy for $65, or at higher tiers get the remarqued hardcover for $90, and much more!
A chilling new Gothic ghost story set in the early 1900’s from the creators of October Faction and Monster & Madman. With your support, Heartbreak Manor will come to life as a beautiful hardcover book. This will really showcase Damien’s art!
There’s something timeless about a great gothic ghost story, and Heartbreak Manor embraces everything that makes the genre so unforgettable. From horror legend Steve Niles and acclaimed artist Damien Worm comes a chilling tale of an orphan who discovers that her dream home is hiding secrets far more sinister than she could have imagined. Set against the eerie backdrop of the early 1900s and unfolding during Christmastime, the story blends haunted-house suspense, gothic atmosphere, and emotional mystery into a horror experience that’s meant to keep you thinking.
If you’re a fan of slow-burning supernatural horror, beautifully haunting artwork, or the previous collaborations between Niles and Worm, this is a campaign you won’t want to miss. Make sure to check it out before the doors of Heartbreak Manor close for good.
Become a backer here.
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