We originally explored doing custom sketches drawn directly into the books. After working through the production timeline, that was not going to be possible. The books need to be at the printer before we could collect requests, and we were not willing to delay the project to make it happen.
View the previous update for details: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/steve-rude-the-dude/battle-for-thuneworld-artist-edition-hardcover/updates/40596
IF YOU MISSED STEVE INKING DR3, CLICK THE LINK BELOW
One more remarque to add to tonight's board. DR2, a Gnosis sketch, was drawn live during today's stream.
Quick recap: R1 (Nexus) has been claimed. DR1 (sUNDRA) and DR2 (Gnosis) are both still up for grabs.
Want one? Comment "MINE" with the sketch number below. First come, first served. One sketch per person.
Steve draws remarques during the Saturday livestream and throughout the week. We are working on filming as many as possible so you can watch your sketch come to life.
If you missed the livestream you can catch it here: https://youtube.com/live/SWrCwRDDEYY
What would you like to see Steve draw in your remarque? Drop your ideas in the comments.
Big update on how remarques will work for the Battle for Thuneworld Gallery and Studio Edition.
We originally explored doing custom sketches drawn directly into the books. After working through the production timeline, that was not going to be possible. The books need to be at the printer before we could collect requests, and we were not willing to delay the project to make it happen.
So here is the new plan, and honestly, we think it is going to be more fun.
Steve will draw remarque sketches live during the Saturday livestream.
Each sketch is numbered on screen as it is finished, like R1, R2, R3. Steve may take character suggestions from the chat, but he will draw what inspires him.
How to claim a sketch
THESE ARE THE FIRST 2 UP FOR GRABS - CLAIM THEM NOW!
1. Claim it in the YouTube, Facebook, or Backerkit chat When you see one you want, type MINE R1 or whatever number matches the sketch. First person to claim it gets it.
2. We confirm it live Once we confirm your claim in the chat, email [email protected] so we can verify your account and send next-step instructions.
3. Be on a Remarque tier If you are already backed at a Remarque tier ($749 Remarque or $1,199 Deluxe Remarque), you are set. If you are not on the right tier yet, you will have 24 hours to upgrade or the sketch goes back into the pool.
Good to know
One sketch per person. If you see one on a future stream that you like better, you can swap. Your previous sketch goes back into the pool for someone else to claim.
Every remarque sketch is sent to the printer and hand-stitched directly into your book. These are never sold loose or as separate pieces. They become part of the book.
Steve will draw at least one remarque per stream and may also have some completed ahead of time.
Remarque tier backers will be the first group to ship once books are in house, right behind retailers.
In less than 48 hours, you made Battle for Thuneworld a reality. 150 backers. Over $40,000 raised. And we're just getting started.
Steve and I are honestly a little emotional about it. After 45 years of Nexus, this community still shows up. Not because you have to. Because you want to. That means everything to us.
So thank you. From our kitchen table to yours. Thank you.
Now let's talk about what's ahead.
We funded in under 48 hours. Now we're chasing our next community goal: $75,000. When we hit it, we're sending a care package to Comic Books for Troops in Saint Charles, Illinois. Every dollar from here does more than bring this book to life. It also puts comics in the hands of service members who could really use them. If you've been on the fence, now is a great time to jump in.
Let's talk about the Studio Edition. ($499)(4 payments of $125)
The Studio Edition is the only one hard signed inside the book itself. Not a bookplate.
It comes in a slipcase and is
shrink wrapped
You also get an exclusive signed 11x14 art print made only for this campaign. When the campaign ends, this print is gone forever. It will never be sold, reprinted, or offered anywhere else
Your name gets printed inside the book as a thank you.
LIMITED to 500 copies sold to the public during the campaign
The slipcase version will NOT be sold to distributors
Exclusive behind the scenes video (not the earlybird video - this is exclusive to the studio version) We're creating it just for this campaign, delivering it through BackerKit after the campaign closes, and never posting it publicly.
Patreon backers also receive an exclusive 6x9 Miniprint of Page 93
Quick reminder: Pay Over Time is available
BackerKit breaks every tier into 4 monthly payments. Zero interest. Zero fees. The Signed Gallery Edition breaks down to just 4 payments of $49.75. A 324-page oversized hardcover with a signed bookplate.
Thank you for being part of this. Seriously. We don't take a single one of you for granted.
Steve & Jaynelle Rude (& the Rude Dude Studios Crew)
