Joined Sep 2020 The space between spaces
Tools
Clip Studio Paint, Huion Cintiq, Wacom travel Cintiq
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Happy birthday to Raikiri!
A couple weeks late, and sadly don’t have much to celebrate it.
I’ve been in hibernation since finishing chapter 16, and this seems like a good opportunity to explain way.
Last year I launched an effort to colour the older Raikiri chapters, with an Indigogo to fund the effort.
To say it failed would be an understatement. Only three people supported the effort, and all three were members of my own family.
It’s hard to not take the defeat personally, accept that I just didn’t market it right, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that my work was just not good enough.
I tried to move on, then go back and colour later, but the failure led to a mental breakdown that prevented me from working on anything.
I would stare at a page for weeks, not bringing myself to draw anything.
I was literally crying myself to sleep, stressing over the thickness of my pen lines.
Ultimately I had to do something drastic…
Raikiri is now back in full production, and when it’s back it will be in full colour.
It will be a while doing myself, but I’m making progress again.
I also want to come back with a lot of other content too.
Sorry I can’t be more specific, but I want to present everything all at once.
Just know that I’m nothing but appreciative for the people who have supported me,
and I want to do right by you.
You deserve better than what I’ve given you,
And better is what you’ll get.
And better is what you’ll get.
Wanted to give an update on my lack of updates.
Long story short, I hit a mental wall.
For the entire Summer, I stared at my screen, unable to draw. The current chapter is halfway done; I got really into finishing the current fight scene, but afterwards, I just lost all motivation.
I think the main culprit is that I took too much on.
Trying to colour the old chapters, get Mercs going again, and keep up with the current story arc, not to mention promotion.
The more I thought about what I had to do and the order I had to do it, the harder it became to do anything.
It doesn't help that the Indigogo camping back in March did a number on my self-esteem.
I tried to brush it off, but it's hard not to internalise the failure to raise any money (seriously, the only contributions were my Mum and one of my siblings. The one still on the Christmas present list) as a rejection of Raikiri as a whole.
I've been struggling with those feelings of failure and have maybe found an outlet that can satisfy them.
The good news is that I recently got a new job!
After 11 years I finally got something new; one with a much better schedule that will hopefully keep me productive.
We'll see if this change in my life can help get me back on track.
Considering what Keanu's going through in the story, maybe my writing is starting to affect me.
Or maybe the story is a reflection of how I was already feeling.
Either way, Chapter 16 should be out by the end of September, and the printed version of Volume 4 shouldn't be too far behind.
And for anyone who subscribed and is looking for a subscription in return, sorry for the delay I'll check your stuff out soon.
Want to set aside time to really engage, you know?
So that's what's been going on with Raikiri.
Sorry again.
Long story short, I hit a mental wall.
For the entire Summer, I stared at my screen, unable to draw. The current chapter is halfway done; I got really into finishing the current fight scene, but afterwards, I just lost all motivation.
I think the main culprit is that I took too much on.
Trying to colour the old chapters, get Mercs going again, and keep up with the current story arc, not to mention promotion.
The more I thought about what I had to do and the order I had to do it, the harder it became to do anything.
It doesn't help that the Indigogo camping back in March did a number on my self-esteem.
I tried to brush it off, but it's hard not to internalise the failure to raise any money (seriously, the only contributions were my Mum and one of my siblings. The one still on the Christmas present list) as a rejection of Raikiri as a whole.
I've been struggling with those feelings of failure and have maybe found an outlet that can satisfy them.
The good news is that I recently got a new job!
After 11 years I finally got something new; one with a much better schedule that will hopefully keep me productive.
We'll see if this change in my life can help get me back on track.
Considering what Keanu's going through in the story, maybe my writing is starting to affect me.
Or maybe the story is a reflection of how I was already feeling.
Either way, Chapter 16 should be out by the end of September, and the printed version of Volume 4 shouldn't be too far behind.
And for anyone who subscribed and is looking for a subscription in return, sorry for the delay I'll check your stuff out soon.
Want to set aside time to really engage, you know?
So that's what's been going on with Raikiri.
Sorry again.
Operation Rainbow
Recently I attempted a Kickstarter to colour the previous chapters, which failed but I'm moving ahead by doing everything myself.
Originally it was going to be after Volume 6, but I want to put my past work behind me so I can move on so I'll be doing it after Volume 4, specifically Chapter 16.
Not sure how long it will take, probably a month or so if I don't procrastinate, so hopefully won't stop the story for too long. Chapter 16 is a natural pause point.
I'm also going to be trying to post updates more consistently, especially on Patreon which I've been neglecting over the past few years due to nobody caring.
Chapter 15 is up there now for £1 members, with the public release on the 1st of June.
And finally, I'm officially retiring the black and white volumes in favour of colour going forward.
The black and white versions will still be available for sale at a discounted price, but only the 3 volumes I've already done.
If one person asks for them I'll release future volumes in black and white as well, but otherwise, it feels like additional effort for a product people don't want.
That's everything!
Hopefully I don't go so long between updates next time.
Recently I attempted a Kickstarter to colour the previous chapters, which failed but I'm moving ahead by doing everything myself.
Originally it was going to be after Volume 6, but I want to put my past work behind me so I can move on so I'll be doing it after Volume 4, specifically Chapter 16.
Not sure how long it will take, probably a month or so if I don't procrastinate, so hopefully won't stop the story for too long. Chapter 16 is a natural pause point.
I'm also going to be trying to post updates more consistently, especially on Patreon which I've been neglecting over the past few years due to nobody caring.
Chapter 15 is up there now for £1 members, with the public release on the 1st of June.
And finally, I'm officially retiring the black and white volumes in favour of colour going forward.
The black and white versions will still be available for sale at a discounted price, but only the 3 volumes I've already done.
If one person asks for them I'll release future volumes in black and white as well, but otherwise, it feels like additional effort for a product people don't want.
That's everything!
Hopefully I don't go so long between updates next time.
Hi I've just finished A Twistverse crossover desktop! It's A Hawk and Flo Adventures. Thirley Peak, Phantom Force 3000, Psychoborg crossover desktop! Phantom Force 3000 is coming on February 27th. I hope you enjoy! Here's a link to Hawk and Flo Adventures and Thirley Peak if you're interested ^^
https://tapas.io/series/Thirley-Peak/info
And Hawk and Flo Adventures!
https://tapas.io/series/Hawk-and-Flo-Adventures-/info
https://tapas.io/series/Thirley-Peak/info
And Hawk and Flo Adventures!
https://tapas.io/series/Hawk-and-Flo-Adventures-/info
Chapter 14 is finally finished!
No, you're procrastinating!
I'll start making uploads on Tapas regularly, splitting chapters into 3 episodes released on the 10th, 20th and 30th.
The full chapters will go up on my site on the 15th in their entirety.
Anyway, I going back to drawing my beloved characters getting cut open by a psychopath with a sword.
BYE!!!
No, you're procrastinating!
I'll start making uploads on Tapas regularly, splitting chapters into 3 episodes released on the 10th, 20th and 30th.
The full chapters will go up on my site on the 15th in their entirety.
Anyway, I going back to drawing my beloved characters getting cut open by a psychopath with a sword.
BYE!!!
I am wishing you a Merry Christmas!
Thanks to everyone for the support as the series gets up and going again.
The latest chapter is nearly done, even if I missed my end-of-the-year deadline, so that will be out early next year!
https://m.tapas.io/series/Elsie/info
Not sure what's more amazing to these guys. The futuristic games console, or the existence of angels and cartoon ducks.
https://tapas.io/series/Donnie-The-Fighting-Psychopath/info
Fuyumi made a new friend, while Donnie nervously eyed the scary-faced guy sitting near him (Lok, pictured here in his happy place)
https://tapas.io/series/GiriToku/info
Giri may have been forced into a dress for this thing, but that didn't stop her from crowding the buffet.
Her brother Ginzu was too preoccupied with the Kareoke to notice.
https://tapas.io/series/Psychoborg/info
Astra was able to make a new friend on the dancefloor!
https://m.tapas.io/series/signs-point-to-bobbie/info
Niya and Giri's assault on the food didn't stop Bobbie from grabbing his share.
https://m.tapas.io/series/Irrevenant/info
Felix and AJ made a valiant attempt to escape, but were caught by Natsumi's, in her words, "wallflower gardening".
Meanwhile Jasmine shared her blood box with the cool, older vampire who showed up.
https://tapas.io/series/THE-WORLD-OF-LEGENDS-Alises-Story/info
Alises' magic show captivated Kukui.
The firemen that showed up after it, less so.
https://tapas.io/series/notasickboy/info
Despite initially getting on Rose' bad side, Evan was able to prevent bloodshed by hooking up the guitar hero.
https://tapas.io/series/August-/info
August got talking with David, until the inevitable heat stroke from such a fluffy jumper.
https://tapas.io/series/Finding-Daecons-Way/info
Daecon and Leander pretty much spent the entire time alone.
Here's hoping the relationship lasts into the next year!
https://tapas.io/series/Hawk-and-Flo-Adventures-/info
Who let Hawk and Flo in here?
And why is Leon the only one who noticed?
Thanks to everyone for the support as the series gets up and going again.
The latest chapter is nearly done, even if I missed my end-of-the-year deadline, so that will be out early next year!
https://m.tapas.io/series/Elsie/info
Not sure what's more amazing to these guys. The futuristic games console, or the existence of angels and cartoon ducks.
https://tapas.io/series/Donnie-The-Fighting-Psychopath/info
Fuyumi made a new friend, while Donnie nervously eyed the scary-faced guy sitting near him (Lok, pictured here in his happy place)
https://tapas.io/series/GiriToku/info
Giri may have been forced into a dress for this thing, but that didn't stop her from crowding the buffet.
Her brother Ginzu was too preoccupied with the Kareoke to notice.
https://tapas.io/series/Psychoborg/info
Astra was able to make a new friend on the dancefloor!
https://m.tapas.io/series/signs-point-to-bobbie/info
Niya and Giri's assault on the food didn't stop Bobbie from grabbing his share.
https://m.tapas.io/series/Irrevenant/info
Felix and AJ made a valiant attempt to escape, but were caught by Natsumi's, in her words, "wallflower gardening".
Meanwhile Jasmine shared her blood box with the cool, older vampire who showed up.
https://tapas.io/series/THE-WORLD-OF-LEGENDS-Alises-Story/info
Alises' magic show captivated Kukui.
The firemen that showed up after it, less so.
https://tapas.io/series/notasickboy/info
Despite initially getting on Rose' bad side, Evan was able to prevent bloodshed by hooking up the guitar hero.
https://tapas.io/series/August-/info
August got talking with David, until the inevitable heat stroke from such a fluffy jumper.
https://tapas.io/series/Finding-Daecons-Way/info
Daecon and Leander pretty much spent the entire time alone.
Here's hoping the relationship lasts into the next year!
https://tapas.io/series/Hawk-and-Flo-Adventures-/info
Who let Hawk and Flo in here?
And why is Leon the only one who noticed?
nice :D
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