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Issue 2 is here and it looks great and you should buy a copy!

Jason N. — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:45:05 +0000

Actual photo of the cover

No longer just a webcomic, Issue Two of The Intergalactic Nemesis is a real, physical book and I know because it’s finally made it back to Austin from China. That’s right, China! No, it wasn’t a political prisoner. We did the print job there. I was really worried that it would be a big messy mess when it came back, but it’s not. As you can see, the print job is pretty great. And I can’t hold back: it can be yours CHEAP by clicking over to our comic book store. So what are you waiting for? Click! Do it! You’re still here! Why??

Issue Two – sent to printer

Jason N. — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:12:45 +0000

For a major announcement, scroll down or click HERE!

Cover

Well, I never thought I’d say this, ever, but I’m sayin’ it now: we just sent issue two to the printer in China. Yes, China. Crazy. We should have it back in the next 4 to 6 weeks, hopefully by the time we’re doing our thing at Comicpalooza in Houston. Meantime, you can check it out HERE and also next week at STAPLE! where the Live-Action Graphic Novel will be featured at 4:30 PM on Saturday. Sweet!

And now, a major announcement…

Jason N. — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:06:13 +0000

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Welcome to a Transmedia Universe…

AUSTIN, Texas– Show Dates Announced: The eagerly anticipated Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel Spectacular fulfills its destiny debuting in the new state-of-the-art 2,400-seat, Dell Hall at The Long Center on September 3 and 4 over Labor Day weekend 2010. In what might be a revelation to both theater goers and comic book fans alike, an unparalleled theatrical experience will take place with beautifully illustrated comic book artwork projected panel-by-panel on a huge 42′ x 24′ screen while three actors, one sound effect artist, and one keyboardist perform the voices, sound effects and music live. Ticket availability will be announced in the coming months. Let the countdown begin!

The Long Center

This cult hit began as a coffeehouse theatre experiment and has gone on to tour the country, selling out houses and winning rabid fans ages 9 to 90. In the latest, epic adventure of transmedia entertainment, Neulander boldly challenges how people consume theater, comics, and stories in a serial format by crafting a clever mix of artistry, technology, community partnerships, and good old-fashioned pizzazz. A series of sneak peaks and alternative formats will all culminate in a theatrical, Sci-Fi experience like none other, Labor Day weekend 2010.

Sneak Peak: For those who are eager to catch an early glimpse of the phenomenon, Live Shorts will take place at various Alamo Drafthouse locations every month through the summer. Episode One will be performed during opening weekend 7 p.m. performances of Alice in Wonderland, March 5, 6 and 7. Episode Two will play out during the opening weekend of Kick-Ass on April 16, 17 and 18.

Tune In: Towards the end of summer, fans can lean in and listen to The Intergalactic Nemesis Radio Drama on KUT 90.5 FM. This audio version of the story in serial form will broadcast throughout the month of August as part of KUT’s “O Dark 30” original series. The Radio Drama showcases a new cast recording featuring the script that toured the country from 2006 to 2009. (Flashback: KUT broadcast the original 10-episode version of the series in 1997 on Soundsight as well as broadcast a digital recording in 2002 for “Best of Public Radio.”)

Take It To Go: The Intergalactic Nemesis Mobile app is coming in late spring. The app will allow avid followers the ability to enjoy Intergalactic Nemesis on the go with a downloadable version of the comic book artwork with studio recordings of the voices, sound effects, and music. The prologue will be a free download, with each of the seven issues thereafter costing 99 cents. Each issue includes an additional commentary track, plus a “making of…” extra.

Issue 1 Cover

In Print: Intergalactic Nemesis the Comic Book is über-cool with a script from Jason Neulander, illustrations from Tim Doyle and color art from Paul Hanley and Lee Duhig. Issue #1 of seven hit the shelves in January and the remaining issues will roll out every six-to-eight weeks. Be among the first to grab these hot-off-the-presses comics and have them signed by Jason and Tim. Look for special signing events at Austin Books & Comics, Dragons Lair, Tribe Comics, Rogue Gallery and many more stores around Texas.

Group Experience: In addition, the comic book will be available at upcoming Comic Book Conventions STAPLE! in Austin on March 6 and Comicpalooza in Houston March 26 – 28. Not only will the comic book be sold at these events, but the Live-Action Graphic Novel Spectacular will be featured as a special event.

Partnership: The Intergalactic Nemesis is proud to announce a partnership with the Library Foundation, who will distribute copies of the comic books to local libraries and organize reading groups for families over the summer. “We feel this is the perfect pairing,” noted Jason Neulander. “This will extend our outreach into the community in an impactful way. Plus, Ben Wilcott, one of the major characters in The Intergalactic Nemesis, is a librarian!”

Back to School: Further strengthening ties in the community, The Intergalactic Nemesis will be presented in elementary schools. A live performance of portions of the show in the schools, followed by hands-on workshops with 3rd, 4th and 5th graders will take place in May at Bryker Woods, Casis and Spicewood Elementary schools. Students will have the chance to perform the voices and sound effects from a selection of the show themselves.

The Intergalactic Nemesis managed by The Robot Planet, LLC, with investment led by Marc Seriff, co- founder of America Online. Other investors include entrepreneur Scott Reichardt and realtor Cord Shiflett.

Cliff Redd and Jason Neulander at the Long Center

ABOUT THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS:
The premise for The Intergalactic Nemesis is a period-action-sci-ﬁ-horor-space-opera-adventure. The year is 1933. The Pulizter-winning reporter Molly Sloan and her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez have stumbled across a series of murders foiled by a mysterious librarian from Flagstaff named Ben Wilcott. Together, the three heroes trek across Europe, North Africa, and beyond to thwart world-famous mesmerist Mysterion the Magniﬁcent and what turns out to be an invasion of sludge-monsters from the planet Zygon.

The story was originally created in 1996 as a radio drama inspired by Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the classic pulp serials.

More Color Pages From Is. 2

Jason N. — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:34:57 +0000

For me, this is really magic. Taking the words from a script, translating them into lines that make images, then seeing those images become windows into another world when color is added. Each person in the collaborative process brings his own sensibility to the project–without any one of them (story, line, color) the puzzle just doesn’t fit. I’m incredibly lucky to be working with such amazing collaborators as Tim Doyle and Lee Duhig. Here are a couple of pages to give a sense of what I’m talking about…

Book Signing TODAY

Jason N. — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:49:30 +0000

Tim and I have gathered all our gear and we’re ready to sign books. I’ve got like six sharpies and a dozen pens. Definitely wondering if anyone will actually show up. We’ll be at Austin Books & Comics at 5002 N. Lamar (at 51st St.) from 5 to 7 PM. Still trying to figure out something clever to write. A friend of mine helped create a book called Bad Kids Go To Hell and he wrote “You’re the baddest.” on the copy I bought. That was clever. Maybe I’ll write: “You’re the Nemesisest.” Ha! I made myself laugh.

For those of you who don’t know what we look like, that’s me on the left and Tim on the right. Hope to see you today!

And if you can’t make it, you can still order issue one here.

Sneak Peek at Issue Two Color Pages!

Jason N. — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:54:51 +0000

The inimitable Lee Duhig strikes! I don’t think I’ve seen a creepier dungeon, like, EVER. I particularly love how the light catches people’s heads–Mysterion’s on that first page, Ben’s as he busts through the door.

The shows at the Alamo Village went great this weekend. I’ll be posting a link to the video from that tomorrow. Thanks a ton to all of you who came out. Each of the screenings was a full house and that’s always a sweet deal for those of us who do our thing for an audience. Huge shout-out to the staff at the Alamo for doing such an awesome job supporting the show in every way. Thanks!

Nemesis Comic Book Issue One Back from Printer

Jason N. — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:59:09 +0000

Big shout-out to Austin Digital Printing for a job extremely well done. The books look absolutely fantastic and they are now on sale at Dragon’s Lair in Austin and (signed) right here in our store! Next week we’re holding a book signing at Austin Books & Comics, Wednesday from 5 to 7 PM, at which point they’ll be on sale there too.

Later today and next week I’ll be contacting other Texas comic book sellers about carrying the book. But if you want your local seller to carry it, please let them know! They can contact me directly through this site and I’ll set them up. Easy!