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Scorpiana 2: The Quest for Revenge Continues!

Created by Michael Shoemaker

The second issue starring the deadliest woman in comics, Scorpiana!

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Introducing the Scarlet Steel preorder store!
5 months ago – Sat, Nov 11, 2023 at 08:20:48 PM

Introducing the Scarlet Steel preorder store!

On the heels of a smashingly successful campaign, the action has now moved to Backerkit, where almost everything listed on Kickstarter is now available in the shop. Items were added as the campaign went along, so there may be something cool and new since you last looked in on it.

Click the link or the graphic to check it out!

Scarlet Steel Preorder Store

Take care,

Mike

The final week! A new metal trading card set! Closing in on the next stretch goal!
6 months ago – Wed, Oct 18, 2023 at 08:25:10 PM

Hey, everyone!

We're in the final week of the campaign, and it's going better than I'd imagined! Thank you all so very much for your support -- I can't stress to you how much I appreciate it. We're almost to the next stretch goal, so let's keep it going!

For the final days, I'm making available a metal trading card set featuring the main characters of the Outpost 426 Universe. It includes great artwork from Shikarii, Keith Garvey, Jeff Spokes, CB Zane, and KodiArt featuring an alternate version of Mite you won't see anywhere else. Check it out:

If you like what you see, click the graphic or the following link to go to the campaign!

http://kck.st/3PwHUEz

That's all for now. More to come!

- Mike

Scarlet Steel is Live!!!
7 months ago – Mon, Sep 25, 2023 at 03:31:01 PM

Scarlet Steel

Exciting news! Outpost 426 presents Scarlet Steel, now live on Kickstarter! Hurry over to the campaign and get in on the action! You won't regret it!

http://kck.st/3PwHUEz

Scarlet Steel -- Link update
7 months ago – Tue, Sep 19, 2023 at 06:45:51 PM

Hey, everyone--

I'm learning that the link to the pre-launch page isn't working for everyone for some reason -- my apologies. To avoid any confusion, here's the full URL that should bring you to the promised land:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thescarletsteel/scarlet-steel-1-the-senses-shattering-first-issue

Of course, please let me know if it still doesn't work and I'll hook you up by hook or by crook. 👍

- Mike

Get ready for Scarlet Steel!!!
7 months ago – Tue, Sep 19, 2023 at 05:37:51 PM

Scarlet Steel!

Greetings from Outpost 426!

First of all, thank you so much for your past support for Scorpiana. We have truly enjoyed bringing her adventures to you, and she will return!

Okay, folks. Mark your calendars: Monday, September 25th.

That's the day I'll be launching the debut issue for Scarlet Steel! Set in the same "metaverse" as fellow Outpost 426 characters Scorpiana and Mite, Scarlet is a beautiful, brawling superwoman who can knock out the baddest villain at five o'clock and show up for cocktails at six. Originally appearing in Scorpiana #3, this is her first solo issue.

Hammer Time!

Of all the characters I've created, Scarlet is by far the closest to my heart. She's appeared in my scripts and stories since the mid-'80s, and I'm thrilled to finally introduce you to her. Her inspirations are obvious, with the biggest being Jean Grey's incarnation of the Phoenix (let's hear it for redheads!) along with Supergirl, Power Girl, and Wonder Woman. I'm a big believer in big, fun, action-packed, sexy comic books, and with this issue, I guarantee you're getting all of that.

Battlezone

The debut issue is 30 pages of ass-kicking goodness, written by me, with lines by the incomparable Leo Matos and scintillating colors by KodiArt96. I think the interior art rivals that of the best indie comics on the market, and I provide plenty of examples. I've also got a plethora of amazing covers by the likes of CB Zane, Steve Scott, Keith Garvey, Courtney Rose, David Lima, Stef Wilson, and Jeff Spokes, among others! Go big or go home, am I right?

Flight

To prove what I'm saying, I'm providing everyone with a first-ever exclusive: a pre-launch preview of the project itself! It's mostly complete, with only some extra graphics to perfect and upload, but this is the meat of the campaign. I invite everyone to click this link and check out what's on offer:

https://tinyurl.com/SSKSPreview

In addition to the covers (which all feature foil options), I also have plenty of prints and discounted combos to please even the most discriminating comics consumer.  Be sure to check out the Rewards to see what's there so you can plan ahead. If you have questions, feedback, or suggestions, please feel free to contact me and I promise you'll get a response.

Here's the link to be notified on launch day! I'd be honored to know I have your interest.

https://tinyurl.com/SSPrelaunch

Thanks, and I hope you'll join me on this exciting journey!

- Mike