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Perry Crowe @perrycrowe.bsky.social · May 29
Excited to announce that the collected edition of #studandthebloodblade, the comic I co-created with @jebriodo.bsky.social, is now available at @silversprocket.net, the coolest purveyor of sequential art this side of Ouroboros! store.silversprocket.net/products/stu... #comicbooks #comicsky
Stud and the Bloodblade
IT’S STUD! The guardian barbarian of the far-off planet Ouroboros. Stud fights an epic battle for good with the help of his magical weapon, The BloodBlade and his beefy boyfriend, Astro. But the blade...
store.silversprocket.net
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Fun to see this recent review of STUD! I imagine the reader came across it thanks to it being on the shelves at @silversprocket.net :) Fair criticisms in there. A danger of going gonzo! Glad to hear the LGBTQ+ messaging was well received. www.reddit.com/r/QueerSFF/c... #comicbooks #comicsky #lgbtq
From the QueerSFF community on Reddit: Stud and the Bloodblade: A Riotously Fun Comic for Anybody who Wished He-Man was Gay
Explore this post and more from the QueerSFF community
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October 23, 2025 at 7:36 PM
perrycrowe.bsky.social
This looks like a ton of fun and I just backed it! Adventures into Darkness #1
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jmh... #comicsky #comicbooks #kickstarter #indie
Adventures into Darkness #1
44 Pages of Classic, Pulp-Flavored Superhero Adventure!
www.kickstarter.com
October 2, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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Got this rad ashcan of upcoming @darkhorse.com American Caper for Patreoning my pal @chrisacomics.bsky.social. Chris is doing finishes on David “Warriors of Plasm” Lapham, from a story by GTA vets. Looks rad, and all too timely. Also got this punchy porcine pop! Patreon FTW #comicbooks #comicsky
The back cover of "American Caper" #1 graphic novel showcases a striking, chaotic illustration. A monstrous face dominates, its swirling eye hinting at madness. Surrounding it are scenes of gambling: dice, playing cards, and people engaged in a high-stakes game, some appearing distressed. The color palette is dark and moody, emphasizing the comic's theme of damaged families amidst corruption. The tagline promises a darkly humorous story. Pre-order information directs readers to local comic shops, Dark Horse Comics, and Absurd Ventures. A gritty, graphic novel panel showcases a dramatic moment. Multiple characters are engaged in a heated argument filled with profanity. The art style is dark and intense, emphasizing the violent energy of the scene. A character appears to be injured or attacked, with splatter effects suggesting a forceful impact. The word "KRASH" is prominently displayed, highlighting the climactic event. The overall mood is one of raw emotion, tension, and impending danger. A striking image showcases the cover of a graphic novel titled "Three-Headed Pigman." The cover art depicts a powerful, stylized pig character wearing a futuristic, partially mechanical suit in shades of pink and green. The pig's design blends organic and mechanical elements, creating a unique cyberpunk aesthetic. The title is bold, with a retro-futuristic font in lime green and pink, adding to the overall dynamic energy of the piece. The artist's signature is subtly included at the bottom. The book rests on a light wood surface, suggesting a relaxed yet intriguing display. A close-up shot showcases a vibrant, psychedelic comic book spread. The art style is detailed and grotesque, featuring a large, pink, bio-organic creature traversing space, consuming worlds. Speech bubbles reveal the narrative – a being devouring planets and incorporating the "heads of its highest intellectual inhabitants" into its body as a form of propulsion. The overall mood is dark, surreal, and humorous, contrasting the cosmic horror with casual dialogue. A smaller figure in the lower right corner seems to be reacting to the events.
September 20, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Hey, @jason-aaron.bsky.social and @mahmudasrar.bsky.social, maybe something for the next arc of Bug Wars (other than the squirrels)? Seems like Wardaddy Qurim might actually be into it ;) gizmodo.com/sexual-paras... #comicbooks #comicsky #bugfuckers
‘Sexual Parasite’ Ant Queens Enslave Other Species to Create Cloned Hybrid Workers
Queen Iberian harvester ants are capable of storing and cloning the sperm from a cousin species, spawning hybrid offspring to take on the hard work of keeping the colony intact.
gizmodo.com
September 7, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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This is my #ncbd : I got my copy (39 of 500) of the second printing of @beetlemoses.bsky.social’s sweet, funny, funky, fresh comic, “The Flyer.” I’ve loved his webcomics for a good while, so it’s awesome to get a longer story—and one I can hold in my hands! #comicsky #comicbooks #newcomicbookday
A close-up shows a hand holding a vibrant comic book. The cover features a striking illustration of a cartoon creature with bat-like ears, dark fur, and bright red eyes. It's dressed in a green top and black pants and holds a piece of paper. Beside it is a smaller, similarly stylized green creature. The background is a dynamic swirl of red, white, and blue stripes, creating a bold and energetic visual. The overall style is reminiscent of graphic novels and independent comics, giving a sense of quirky and artistic energy. This image shows a two-page spread from a comic book. The style is reminiscent of cartoons, with bold outlines and bright colors. The panels depict a bizarre scene: a large, brown, furry monster with purple hands holds up a lineup-style photo of several faces, seemingly examining them. Another panel shows a smaller creature emerging from the ground, emitting a green mist. In the background of multiple panels, a bright blue sky and a city street are visible. Surrounding characters seem surprised or disturbed. The overall mood is playful yet slightly unsettling, capturing a bizarre comedic moment. A person on a bus holds open a small, square book. The left-hand page features a striking illustration of a pink and purple nebula swirling against a dark space backdrop, speckled with white stars. The right page is black with a minimalist white line drawing of a stylized hiker carrying a large backpack and holding a long staff. The contrast between the cosmic scene and the simple figure creates a captivating juxtaposition. The overall aesthetic suggests adventure and exploration. A hand holds a vibrant red booklet, the second edition of "Beetle Nooses," printed in 2025. Numbered 39 of 500, it features an illustration of a charming ladybug playing a trumpet, set against a whimsical white speech bubble. The author's signature adds a personal touch. The image evokes a feeling of excitement and perhaps collecting a limited edition item.
September 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Such a good comic! Get out the vote, people! #comicsky #comicbooks
August 28, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Back this dang #kickstarter so I can get my comics! It’s about a necromancer, people! #comicbooks #comicsky
jasonpiperberg.bsky.social Jason Piperberg Illustration 🍉 @jasonpiperberg.bsky.social · Aug 27
Only 6 days left, and just over $4k to raise!

Who wants to be backer 227?

necrocomic.com
August 27, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Another great @capecowlcomics.bsky.social con! Picked up stuff from my old CEX collaborator @mattharding.bsky.social, Head Lopper maestro @andrewmaclean.bsky.social, and this rock mag from @comicsareforkids.bsky.social. And I shared this print preview of my new series, Tome. #comicsky #comicbooks
August 25, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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This is the one, everybody!
jasonpiperberg.bsky.social Jason Piperberg Illustration 🍉 @jasonpiperberg.bsky.social · Aug 9
If you're headed to Fan Expo Boston today, be sure to stop by Dillon's table! If you show him a confirmation email that you've backed the My Neighbor Necromancer 1-3 campaign hell give you a free autographed print!!

Back the book at: Necrocomic.com
dillgilbertson.bsky.social Dillon Gilbertson @dillgilbertson.bsky.social · Aug 6
Hey hey!

I'll be attending @fanexpoboston.bsky.social this weekend at Table A1222!

If you'll be at the show, come by and say hi!

And if you show a confirmation email for backing My Neighbor Necromancer #3 on #Kickstarter, you'll get a FREE autographed print signed by yours truly 💚💀💚
August 9, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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Just backed this sweet comic from @dilgilbertson.bsky.social and @jasonpiperberg.bsky.social. Super excited to meet #myneighbornecromancer! Get in on the dark arts before the #kickstarter ends! www.kickstarter.com/projects/dillgilbertson/my-neighbor-necromancer-1-3 #comicbooks #comicsky
My Neighbor Necromancer 1-3
The (oc)cult phenomenon is back from the dead! A new chapter with EXCLUSIVE rewards from the award-winning Necromancer team.
www.kickstarter.com
August 6, 2025 at 1:12 AM
perrycrowe.bsky.social
Really enjoyed #fantasticfour! So satisfying seeing a proper Galactus. Great performances all around. Very fun with solid emotional stakes. Sorta superhero movies in the old mold but without wasting time on origins. With this and #superman, I’m enjoying the return to optimism! #comicsky #comicbooks
July 26, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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I had the pleasure of working with @bonstrosity.bsky.social back when STUD was the inaugural title coming out from CEX, and once again he’s proving to be an invaluable asset to the comics community with this guide to portfolio reviews www.bonalimagno.com/blog//tweetf... #comicbooks #comicsky #SDCC
Tweetfolio: Your Guide to the Perfect Portfolio Review — Bon Alimagno
( Jump to the FAQ ) San Diego Comic-Con has arrived and hundreds of aspiring comic book artists are putting the final touches to their portfolios, eager to meet editors and wow them with their work. ...
www.bonalimagno.com
July 21, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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Help out a talented comics creator, and one of the very first advocates of Stud and the BloodBlade! Comics will break your heart and wallet—so pick up Paul’s awesome and visionary comic too: vaultcomics.com/products/hol... #comicbooks #comicsky
July 11, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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Interesting exploration of the growing synergy between comics and libraries. Goddamn, I love libraries. I remember as a kid feasting on Family Circus and Garfield collections for summer reading lists. You had to read two comic collections to count as one book. Not a problem! #comicbooks #comicsky
July 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Hit up @davehowlett.bsky.social to get a copy of his great bootleg #superman comic! A striking tribute to the Silver Age! Long live indie comics! #comicbooks #comicsky
davehowlett.bsky.social Dave Howlett @davehowlett.bsky.social · Jul 9
Early reviews are saying the new #superman movie has a lot of Silver Age flavour to it. You know what else has that flavour? My bootleg COMPOSITE SUPERMAN comic! DM me to find out how you can get a copy, or pick it up locally at @strangeadventures.bsky.social.
July 9, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Late to the party, but really enjoyed #thepedestrian #1 by @joeyesposito.bsky.social and @seanvongorman.bsky.social from @magmacomix.bsky.social! A touch of weirdness but also relatability, with great art. Gotta catch up on the rest of the issues (if i can find them!) #comicbooks #comicsky #ncbd
July 3, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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Jealous of my NYC peeps! There is a Paul Pope retrospective at Phillipe Labaune Gallery, and here’s a great article celebrating Pope’s artistic influences and process:
www.forbes.com/sites/robsal... #comicbooks #comics #comicsky
New York Gallery Show Spotlights Iconoclastic Comic Artist Paul Pope
The edgy auteur behind Batman: Year 100, Battling Boy and Heavy Liquid is the latest to have his comics and illustration work showcased in a fine art setting.
www.forbes.com
June 23, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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With comics going through such major transitions with distribution, it’s cool to see @powerpulpcomics.bsky.social trying something new. It’s commonsensical and extradimensional and whar i love about comics! www.comicsbeat.com/power-pulp-c... #comics #comicbooks #comicsky
Exclusive: New comics collective Power Pulp wants to get weird
Power Pulp Comics has launched as a creator-owned distributor under a collective banner with big hopes for the future of indie comics.
www.comicsbeat.com
June 20, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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This is what the Internet was meant for—information sharing and the betterment of…comics. #comics #comicbooks #comicsky
theratforge.bsky.social The Rat Forge 🏳️‍⚧️ Comms Open! @theratforge.bsky.social · Jun 19
I made a storyboard template for comics if anyone wants to use it.

#comics
June 19, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Yes, Stud and the BloodBlade is on the shelf at @silversprocket.net! Alongside @blueharecomix.bsky.social @fungalmatters.bsky.social and so many other great comics and art! If you’re in SF, swing on by! It’s just to the right once you walk in the door :) #comics #comicbooks #comicsky
June 19, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Age yourself with a cartoon you watched as a kid.
June 18, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Another satisfied customer! Thanks for reading, Ed!
edcooknj.bsky.social Ed Cook wishes that he was eating a McRib right now @edcooknj.bsky.social · Jun 16
MAIL CALL! I just received all three super-sized issues of STUD AND THE BLOODBLADE, from creators
@perrycrowe.bsky.social & @jebriodo.bsky.social, & they look great! Shipped quickly & safely from Perry, & signed by Perry on the inside front covers. Thanks very much!

#comicsky
#studandthebloodblade
June 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Happy Pride Month from Stud and Astro and the rest of #studandthebloodblade! Be you, do you, celebrate you! #pride #comicbooks #comicsky
This comic panel features two characters: a muscular, red-haired man in barbarian-style attire and a smaller, brown-skinned character in futuristic armor. They share a convivial moment in a dimly lit tavern, with mugs of ale in front of them. The mood is warm and friendly, suggesting companionship. The second panel shows them asleep together in a rustic bedroom, implying intimacy and a close bond. The art style is bold and colorful, emphasizing the characters' physical contrast and emotional connection. A dynamic comic book cover showcases a powerful scene from "Stud and the Bloodblade: Claim the Throne!". Two women, one muscular and dark-haired, the other fair-skinned, are intimately entwined with a muscular man. Surrounding them are menacing, sci-fi weapons, creating a tense and alluring atmosphere. The color palette is vibrant, with bold lines and a style evocative of fantasy and science fiction. The overall mood is a blend of intense action, romance and danger. A dynamic comic book panel depicts two figures, silhouetted in a dark purplish-gray against a brilliant white orb. The figures are locked in an intense embrace, suggesting both vulnerability and protection. One figure reassuringly states, "I've got you!" The radiant light emanating from the orb adds to the powerful emotional impact. Below, a smaller panel shows close-up, fiery orange-toned hands, hinting at either a source of the light or a transformation. The overall style evokes themes of strength, unity, and possibly sacrifice. The cover art for "Stud and the Bloodblade," issue #2 of 5, explodes with color and energy. A powerful, muscular hero, Stud, grins as he wields a large, ornate sword with a blood-red gemstone. He's surrounded by a whimsical cast of winged fairies and otherworldly beings, set against a bright yellow background. The overall style is dynamic, playful, and fantastical, hinting at an exciting comic book adventure. The title "Take Flight!" adds to the sense of action and movement.
June 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
perrycrowe.bsky.social
Excited to announce that the collected edition of #studandthebloodblade, the comic I co-created with @jebriodo.bsky.social, is now available at @silversprocket.net, the coolest purveyor of sequential art this side of Ouroboros! store.silversprocket.net/products/stu... #comicbooks #comicsky
Stud and the Bloodblade
IT’S STUD! The guardian barbarian of the far-off planet Ouroboros. Stud fights an epic battle for good with the help of his magical weapon, The BloodBlade and his beefy boyfriend, Astro. But the blade...
store.silversprocket.net
May 29, 2025 at 2:47 PM
perrycrowe.bsky.social
#Bugwars gives me the shrunken fish-out-of-water adventure fix I’ve been craving since honey shrunk the kids. Like Tales to Astonish meets Conan the Barbarian meets those Playboys stashed in the woods! Thank you, @jason-aaron.bsky.social and @mahmudasrar.bsky.social #comicbooks #comicsky
A flatlay showcases three graphic novels from the "Bug Wars" series. Issue #1 (a second printing) depicts a fierce battle scene with a blonde-haired warrior and monstrous creatures. Issue #2 shows a tense scene with a captured young man and imposing figures. Issue #3 features a woman desperately fighting off large insects among skulls. The overall mood is dark, dramatic, and action-packed. The books' creators are listed on the spines. This dynamic comic book illustration shows a fierce battle between humanoid warriors and what seems to be an ant colony. The warriors, riding enormous beetles as mounts, brandish swords against a colossal anthill labeled "Rootguard IV". The scene is chaotic and violent; the text includes strong language ("Kill the whole fuckin' hill!"). The color palette is earthy, with deep greens and browns, emphasizing the natural landscape and the brutal conflict. The image conveys a sense of epic action and overwhelming odds. This dynamic comic book panel showcases a tense battle scene. Ant-like humanoids, some riding giant insects, fiercely defend their underground city from winged warriors in golden armor wielding swords. The warriors' fierce expressions and dramatic poses enhance the sense of urgency and peril. In the background, a looming hill adds to the scene's foreboding atmosphere. Dialogue boxes highlight the conflict between the defenders and their adversaries, emphasizing the gravity of the impending "Death Storm." The detailed artwork and compelling narrative create a thrilling and engaging visual experience. A dramatic two-page spread from a graphic novel unfolds. The left page shows a young person desperately trying to escape a collapsing stone wall, while a large hand reaches out from the shadows. The desperate plea for help emphasizes the character's isolation and fear. The right page shows a sudden, startling encounter with a massive, dark-colored beetle, adding to the intense and suspenseful mood. The color palette of deep blues, muted grays, and earthy browns creates a gritty, atmospheric setting. Text captions within the panels amplify the narrative's urgency and emotional weight, highlighting a feeling of intense peril and barely contained panic.
May 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM