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Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Other contenders better watch out!
Amanda has a brush and she's not afraid to use it! See how she wields it RIGHT NOW!!!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #goth #gothic #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #community #livestreams #twitch

Manager Mash-up!
Amanda
She/They
Art/Gaming type
Stream Date: Wednesday at 10 am PST
One of the founders of the studio, Amanda is the producer of TTB. She is a goofy goober who loves to show the BTS and talk about production! Now ready to take action and fight for community manager!

February 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Are you all ready for round TWO?! 🥊
Our next contestant, Jazmin certainly is! Join the chat RIGHT NOW!!!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #goth #gothic #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #community #livestreams #twitch #streamschedule

Manager Mash-up!
Jazmin
She/Her
Gaming/Art type
Stream Date: Tuesday at 10 am PST
As one of our talented general artists, Jazmin keeps things chill and cozy as she keeps the chat company. Sit back and hang out while she draws or play games.

February 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Let the Manager Mash-up begin! 🎉
Don't forget about our first stream with Lilac happening RIGHT NOW!!!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #goth #gothic #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #community #livestreams #twitch #streamschedule

Manager Mash-up!
Lilac
They/Them
Gaming/Chatting type
Stream Date: Monday at 10 am PST
One of the backbones of our studio, Lilac handles marketing and finances. They are a huge fan of gaming and streaming in their free time and can't wait to compete!

February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM

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AL

@aljayarts.bsky.social

Using my motivation bc otherwise it’ll rot, some more vampires!🦇

@madbat.studio will be hearing from me a lot I think. also trying out some new brushes!
#fanart #artsky
#thickerthanblood
#characterart

January 29, 2026 at 11:21 PM

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AL

@aljayarts.bsky.social

More @madbat.studio fanart! I have so many ideas to dress this little bitch up but first is a jojo/pinterest inspired suit 🩸❤️
#fanart #artsky #thickerthanblood

January 29, 2026 at 12:51 AM

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AL

@aljayarts.bsky.social

Fanart for Thicker than Blood from @madbat.studio !
Vex and Clyde🩸🐺⭐️

#fanart #artsky #thickerthanblood

January 28, 2026 at 2:03 AM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

📣 ATTENTION ALL MADBATS!!! 📣
We're in need of a community manager and we need YOUR help to decide amongst these fantastic contenders! Starting in February, someone will step up to the ring and offer a unique streaming experience! But who will come out on top?

Read more below! ⬇️

January 26, 2026 at 2:25 AM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Our applications are closing January 16th! If you haven't already, be sure to get your application in so you have a chance to join our fantastic team of volunteers!

Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · Dec 18

Are you into alternative gothic aesthetics? Do you love animation and art? Are you looking to help work on an indie animation project? It's that time again! We are looking for a passionate team of volunteers to help us with developing our story!

Read more below! ⬇️

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Positions:
- Storyboarder/Revisionist
- Color Scripter
- Concept Artist
- 3D Modeler (Environment)
- 3D Modeler (Character)
- Character Rigger
- 3D Animation Lead
- 3D Animator

January 13, 2026 at 5:36 PM

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The Sunflower Club

@thesunflowerclub.bsky.social

Need to catch up on all the latest in Indie Animation before the next issue of TSC Indie Extra releases?

Check out our first two issues featuring hundreds of indie projects, great interviews, and more!

Issue one: heyzine.com/flip-book/2d...

Issue two: heyzine.com/flip-book/cc...

January 2, 2026 at 2:44 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

We at Studio MADBAT want to wish everyone a #HappyHolidays!!! ❄️☃️🎄🦌

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #vampires #bats #werewolves #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #lgbtq #christmas #xmas #snow

Titled "HAPPY HOLIDAYS!" at the top, a vampire is carrying a snowball while a large man is standing snugly inside an unfinished snowman.

December 25, 2025 at 6:24 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream PEAK!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

December 20, 2025 at 1:16 AM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Are you into alternative gothic aesthetics? Do you love animation and art? Are you looking to help work on an indie animation project? It's that time again! We are looking for a passionate team of volunteers to help us with developing our story!

Read more below! ⬇️

December 18, 2025 at 10:03 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Art!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

December 18, 2025 at 9:40 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

This is not the end! Visit and #donate to our #Patreon so we can continue to bring this series to life!
https://www.patreon.com/c/ThickerthanBlood

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #vampires #bats #werewolves #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #kickstarter

As of now, our Kickstarter has ended. We were able to reach $8,436, but since we didn't reach our goal, we won't be collecting any of it. We would like to thank everybody who pledged to our Kickstarter and those who shared it! Even though we did not reach our goal, we still see this campaign as a huge success. Throughout the campaign, we were able to gain over 2,000 followers on Instagram, we reached over 120 members on our Discord, we saw fanart, cosplays, and memes. So thank you everyone who has been a part of Thicker Than Blood. Our team is going to continue to work hard to bring this show to you all.
If you would still like to support us in other ways, we do have a Patreon open that will go directly towards supporting our artists!
Thank you for your support!!
- Studio MADBAT

December 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

TODAY is the last day to back our @kickstarter.com!!! Every little bit helps!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #kickstarter #donate #countdown

December 14, 2025 at 10:27 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Kishoh may mostly work behind the scenes, but her role is just as important in our story! Learn more about her and her voice actor, @sofiatarvalo.bsky.social!

December 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

There's only ONE MORE DAY until our @kickstarter.com closes!!! Let's finish off strong!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #vampires #werewolves #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #kickstarter #donate #countdown

December 13, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

We have the amazing opportunity to work with the talented Johnny Gioeli from Crush 40! If we reach our stretch goal of $50K, Johnny will be singing a special outro theme song for the pilot!

Head on over to our @kickstarter.com! We only have less than a week left!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

December 13, 2025 at 3:05 AM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Overwatch 2!
https://www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

December 12, 2025 at 11:33 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

The final days are looming over us. There's only 2 DAYS LEFT until our @kickstarter.com closes!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #kickstarter #donate #countdown

December 12, 2025 at 7:59 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

We're more than halfway through the week, only 3 MORE DAYS until our @kickstarter.com closes!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

#indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #vampires #werewolves #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #kickstarter #countdown

December 11, 2025 at 11:07 PM

Studio MADBAT

@madbat.studio

Things look pretty bad out there for little Clyde, he needs to hurry! Just like how YOU need to hurry as we only have 4 DAYS LEFT to #donate to our @kickstarter.com!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

December 10, 2025 at 9:53 PM

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The Sunflower Club

@thesunflowerclub.bsky.social

We had our FIRST ever TSC Discord Pitch Day on November 29th!

We had some amazing pitches from 8 different creators: Studio Mad Bat, VictoriansXD, Billy Alcala, @poundtoundhound.org , @lakkosredemption.bsky.social , Decent900, OraCORE Studios , and @theactualmaddemon.bsky.social

More info below!