Ex-kid prodigy star pilot Torch yearns for that adrenaline rush. Trouble in the city just might grant her wish in this sci-fi epic.
Latest Updates from Our Project:
$4,000 Stretch Goal Unlocked!
about 5 years ago
– Sun, Feb 07, 2021 at 05:23:54 PM
Amazing, when I first launched I never expected to hit the $4,000 mark...yet this community continues to blow me away. Thank you so much! Now every backer will receive a Torch Armstrong Trading card. Here's a mockup draft of what the card will look like:
(idk why KS has it super zoomed in)
These are just roughmockups, the final design might be totally different.
Our next Stretch Goal is $5,000 and the reward is a sticker pack. I'm thinking of doing pro-indie messaging on these stickers like "I support Indie!" and "Buy Indie Comics!" But first we gotta get there! Remember the Audio Commentary is also in play at 215 backers, so be sure to share with your friends!
Thanks everybody!
New Milestone Unveiled! + SPOTLIGHT
about 5 years ago
– Wed, Feb 03, 2021 at 07:19:41 PM
Hello everyone! Thank you again for the amazing support, reaching $3,800 is beyond my wildest dream. And we still have so many days to go! At this rate we might hit 3x, which would be earth shattering.
As thanks for the continued rise of Torch, and to keep the momentum going, I'm announcing a 5th backer milestone. Audio commentary files for all 24 pages! I set the backer count 215, which I think is a really tangible goal considering our pace so far.
And now I want to Spotlight two other awesome Kickstarters that are in their final week!
EndlessMoons byTommy Jauregui
A fellow first timer, Tommy has made a great looking sci-fi book and a stellar campaign that's onto Stretch Goals. Plus the art is gorgeously hand drawn. Definitely worth a look if you're a sci-fi fan.
Endless Moons is a science-fantasy black & white comic book, following the story of Dazel, a young bounty hunter who has been running from her past for the last 10 years.
Struggling to find assignments and survive, she joins a smuggler crew that will take her to the planet Migena, where a mysterious contact awaits her. But, when a man from the crew she travels with wreaks havoc on a Galactic bazaar, she is forced to confront her Velzian heritage.
Another fellow first time Kicker (a word I made up), Michael has been working in the industry for decades. He finally decided to take matters into his own hand and release a sexy eye-grabbing thriller. Michael has obliterated his goal and the Stretch rewards are dope. Plus his comic is European format...cool!
Mia Raven. The thief who became a detective who became a thief, only this time she steals from crooks. Mia Raven: swarthy, strong-willed woman who cares less about the law than she does recovering stolen items. Mia Raven: gun-toting feminist icon with a troubled past, bad attitude and tattered psyche. Mia Raven: CEO and founder of Recovery Incorporated, a company that will help you get your (valuable) stolen item back when the police can't. Or won't. For a hefty price, of course.
"Search & Destroy" Milestone Unlocked + Spotlights
about 5 years ago
– Wed, Jan 27, 2021 at 12:40:37 AM
Amazing! After eagerly checking the backer count every few days or so I can finally say that we reached the final Milestone - 150 Backers! Now all print issues will get a cover stock upgrade! Remember, the $4,000 Stretch Goal is still in play, witha chance for every backer to get a Trading Card!
Thank you everyone for the support! Now I'd like to showcase 2 other Kickstarters that I hope you'll check out! Both of these guys have been supportive of me and quick to lend a hand.
Miskatonic High/Lovecraft P.I. Crossover Event
Two Kickstarter powerhouses in one! My friend Mike Shea hooked up with DW Kann to bring this Lovecraftian story to life. If you love monsters, magic, (high school) drama and mystery check out this crossover. Both of these guys have long running series on KS and this is a great way to sample both. Plus the rewards and stretch bonuses are bonkers.
Mike has been a good friend over the interwebs and helped keep me steady whilst developing Torch. He's been apart of Torch's journey since she first started taking shape in ink and color. Thanks for seeing me to the finish line Mike!
This Campaign grabbed my attention being a fellow sci-fi book, and absolutely blew me away. The art is gorgeous and the story as 50,000 followers on WebToons. They currently obliterated their funding goal by 3x. I'm a bit jealous. The story looks intriguing -- a super-soldier with no sense of the outer world goes on the run to search for his lost friend.
Jemma has been super supportive of Torch since it's launch, offering advice and answering questions when asked. She has since joined my inner circle of Discord friends with Mike.
"Rendezvous" Milestone Unlocked + Message from Daniela
about 5 years ago
– Thu, Jan 21, 2021 at 05:51:29 AM
We eclipsed 100 backers! All backers $5 and up will now receive two Desktop Wallpapers!
And now a messagefrom Daniela:
Dear Backers,
My name is Daniela Barisone and I am the colorist of “Torch: Reclaim the Skies”. I would like to personally thank you for supportingthis campaign and for the love you have expressed for my work and for the work of the rest of the team. I am excited at the thought of continuing Torch's adventure, so THANK YOU for this opportunity!
A kiss (with a face mask) from Italy
Cari lettori, mi chiamo Daniela Barisone e sono la colorista di “Torch: Reclaim the skies”. Vorrei personalmente ringraziarvi per aver deciso di supportare questa campagna e per l’amore che avete espresso nei confronti del mio lavoro e di quello di tutto il resto del team. Sono emozionata al pensiero di proseguire l’avventura di Torch, per cui GRAZIE per questa opportunità!
Un bacio (con mascherina) dall’Italia
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Stretch Goal #1 Unlocked!
about 5 years ago
– Thu, Jan 21, 2021 at 02:40:33 AM
I'm continued to be blown away at the reception of Torch: Reclaim the Skies. I wake up this morning to see that the first Stretch goal has already been eclipsed. The next milestone is nearly unlocked and the project is almost 2x it's initial goal.
Probably most humbling is seeing Torch: RTS displayed proudly on the Kickstarter Main Homepage, Projects We Love section and Trending section.
We surpassed 2.5k so I'm proud to announce that every physical backer will receive two double sided prints of the Variant Covers as well as a bonus Interior Panel.
The next stretch goal has been set at $4,000, the reward being a Torch Armstrong Trading Card. With 29 days left to go, I believe if everyone shares this Kickstarter, we will definitely hit this mark.
Thank you again for making Torch: Reclaim the Skies so successful beyond our wildest dreams. The future is bright, so look to the stars!
