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[Unit 666]

Hi Everyone,

Love war comics?? Of course you do!

Unit 666 is coming to Kickstarter on 6th June - D Day.

January 1944. The Allies form Unit 666 - Hard men with special skills and talent to kick Hitler and his evil Nazi scum back to hell!

Think Battle & Action with a sprinkling of Hellboy!!

Created by Noel K Hannan, new artdroid Warwick Fraser Coombe and myself.

It features art by myself, Warwick, Chris Askham, Andrw Sawyer and Lynton Webb to name a few.
We also have two variant covers (they are stunning) by Patrick Goddard and Steve Austin which are currently being coloured by Darren Stephens.





You can register your interest to the campaign here!
Any support is greatly appreciated

[Chris Denton]

For everyone who has bought Killing Moon and the Killing Moon graphic novel, our next phase Killing Moon Rise is now live on Kickstarter!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bhuna/killing-moon-rises-issue-1

As always, written by Chris Denton, scribbles by me, coloured by Darren Stephens and lettered by Bolt-01.

It will also include the new 'Tales of Killing Moon' 6 page story, which will be illustrated by the 'King of CMYK' Darren Stephens. We all know how great Darren's art is, so you are in for a real treat. This means we are also increasing the page count per issue too.

We also have some fantastic Kickstarter rewards, including a very special limited edition print run!

As well as the standard cover and the limited edition print cover there will also be the variant wrap around cover by the amazing Alex Mines!

We have also secured the services of forum members Neil McClements (as always) Gary O'Donnell, Bolt-01 and Steven Denton to produce their fantastic artwork for the issues Killing Moon gallery.

Any support and pledges would be very much appreciated.

Cheers
Neil (Bhuna)

[Chris Denton]

For everyone who has bought Killing Moon and the Killing Moon graphic novel (still available) plans as afoot for our next Kickstarter.

The holding page is now live - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bhuna/killing-moon-rises-issue-1 so please register your interest so we can let you know when it goes live.

As always, written by Chris Denton, scribbles by me, coloured by Darren Stephens and lettered by Bolt-01.

It will also include the new 'Tales of Killing Moon' 6 page story, which will be illustrated by the 'King of CMYK' Darren Stephens. We all know how great Darren's art is, so you are in for a real treat. This means we are also increasing the page count per issue too.

We'll be giving the comic somewhat of a face lift with a new title logo and even our PigDog Press logo has had some cosmetic surgery, courtesy of legendary cartoonist Joe Matthews.

We also have some fantastic Kickstarter rewards planned for the launch, including a very special limited edition print run - more news on that soon.

As well as the standard cover and the limited edition print cover there will also be the variant wrap around cover by the amazing Alex Mines!

We have also secured the services of forum members Neil McClements (as always) Gary O'Donnell, Bolt-01 and Steven Denton to produce their fantastic artwork for the issues Killing Moon gallery.

Cheers
Neil (Bhuna)


Cover WIP - And yea I know, it should be Slain, not Slaine   

[Chris Denton]

As some of you may know, over the last 5 years, myself and forum members Chris Denton (writer), Darren Stephens (colours) and Bolt-01 (lettering), with editorial help from Richmond Clements have produced the award nominated comic called Killing Moon.

We've brought all 4 issues together as a 116 page graphic novel which will include a new 4 page prequel story and the reprinting of the original Killing Moon which haven't seen the light of day since 1985!

The graphic novel is now on sale at http://www.comicsy.co.uk/pigdogpress/store/products/killing-moon-tpb/.



As well as receiving the book, you will also receive the Kickstarter stretch goals, including two funky fridge magnets and two quality A4 prints, one by artdroid Patrick Goddard and the other by the fantastic SKD.

Your support would be very much appreciated.
Cheers

[Chris Denton]

So, here we go guys - It's news time!!

It's literally taken over 35 years since my brother first drew a character called Moses Valentine to where we are today!

As some of you may know, over the last 5 years, myself,  and forum members Chris Denton (writer), Darren Stephens (colours) and Bolt-01 (lettering), with editorial help from Richmond Clements have produced the award nominated comic called Killing Moon.

We are going the bring all 4 issues together as a 116 page graphic novel which will include a new 4 page prequel story and the reprinting of Marks original two episodes and other artwork which haven't seen the light of day since 1985!

This will be via Kickstarter which will mean if we don't reach our target, the project won't, so this is where you guys come into place!

The project will be launched in July and rewards include original artwork commissions, t-shirts, sketches with original stunning original artwork from Neil McClements and Alex Mines. The graphic novel and rewards will be delivered in November.

Please register your interest here!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1737503857/killing-moon-fantasy-graphic-novel

Cover of the first comic by Bhuna & Stephens.

[Kev HopgoodSteve YeowellMichael Carroll]

Well sunny Oldham is having it's third comic con on 11th May. And again its FREE!!
If you went last year, please note the venue has changed from the library to the Queen Elizabeth Hall

Guests include professionals and a nice sprinkle of small press artists and a few forum members that you may know:
Kevin Enhart
James Peaty
Kev Hopgood
Steve Yeowell
Michael Carroll
Phil Winslade
Nick Brokenshire
Martin Griffiths
Keith Williams
Amy Chu
Richard Piers Rayner
Steve Austin
Dave Taylor
Al Ewing
David Millgate
Ellen Stubbings
Mike Collins
John Davis-Hunt
Simon Myers
Ian Richardson
Aneke
Laura Howell
Lew Stringer
Lee Townsend
John Royle
Neil Edwards
Paul McCaffrey
Alan Cowsill
Joe Matthews
Dave Kendell
Tim Perkins
Nigel Doddyn
Alan Byrom
Tom Ward
Markosia
Aly Fell
Neil Bhuna Roche
Sarah Elliot
Frisson Comics
Matt Soffe
Jenika
Art Ninetwo Studio
Dan Whitehead
Chris Sides
Carolyn Edwards
C L Raven
Austin Chambers
Reckless Hero
Chris Imber
Umar Ditta
Jon Laight
Dan Charnley
Neil McClements
Baden James Mellonie
Chris Askham
Paul PJ Johnson
Jay Martin
Owen Edmonds
Asa Wheatley
Sammy Ward
Foxhat
Mewa-chu
Nigel Twumasi

More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/325271371350982/

[Carlos Ezquerra]

The second Oldham Comic Con guest list is coming along nicely.

It quite 2000ad-centric. 2000ad guest confirmed up to now.

Patrick Goddard
Dave Taylor
Tim Perkins
Ian Richardson
Dan Cornwell
Peter Doherty
John Higgins
Carlos Ezquerra
John Wagner Artist
Steven Austin

also
Neil McClements
Me
Nigel Parkinson - (Beano)
John Royle - (artist Spiderman G I Joe Danger Girl)
Aly Fell - ( artist The Shadow Glass)
Matt Warner and Mark Adams - (publisher/creator Hellbound media)
I think the Futurequake boys are there too

And it's FREE!!
More information here: https://www.facebook.com/oldhamcomiccon

Hi guys,

Call all Mancs and folks from the Greater Manchester area! Oldham is having its first ever comic con on 6th May.

It's being held in the towns library and is a free event. So if you're doing bugger all and twiddling your thumbs next Saturday, why not pop down?

There are a few board members attending and other notable guests:
Me
Dan Charnley
Grant Perkins
Steve Tanner
Joe Mathews
Nick Brockeshire
Haylestorm Comics
Dave Windett
Mike Garley
Jimmy Furlong
Sam Johnson
Richard Piers Rayner

A table has also come available which is free to artists/writers. Some if there are any artists/writers who might like to attend, just let me know.

Cheers

[£800]

Hi guys,

I know it's not 2000ad or comic related, but I'm running the Manchester 10k again in May.

Last year's donations really kept me focused on my training and I raised over £800 for The Christie. So thanks to the forum members who donated, you're bloody marvelous!

This year, I'm running for the fantastic people over at the Beechwood Cancer Care Centre in Stockport http://www.beechwoodcancercare.org.uk/ and want to try and break last years record. Isn't that what records are made for?

Beechwood is committed to providing quality support and care services not just for cancer patients and those with life limiting illnesses but also their families too.

All donations no matter how large or small as very much appreciated. You can sponsor me here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Neil-Roche3

Thanks guys xx

The dates and venue have moved from next year.

https://thoughtbubblefestival.wordpress.com/2016/12/12/thought-bubble-2017-festival-dates/

So with Thought Bubble only four weeks away on Saturday, I thought I'd give you fine people a heads up to remind you that Killing Moon issue 2 will be available from Table 86 of the New Dock Hall. And as last year, the talent that is Mr Neil McClement will also be at the table too. 

"But I can't make Thought Bubble!" I hear you cry. Well, never fear! Issue 2 will also be available from on Comicsy (www.comicsy.co.uk/pigdogpress) from Saturday 5th November too.

This fine creative team again consists of forum members:
Writer: Chris Denton
Art: Bhuna
Colour: Darren Stephens
Lettering: Bolt1
Editor: Richmond Clements

It will also feature a small selections of guest illustrations from Neil McClements, Chris Askham and David Frankum... and they are beautiful!

The guys over at Alternative Press and Broken Frontier are organising this years Small Press Day.

http://www.smallpressday.co.uk/

I'll be at the Travelling Man Manchester event at the Methodist church on Oldham Street via PigDog Press selling my Killing Moon comic and copies Speed Date from a few years back.

As far as I know Future Quake with Bolt-01 is at The Comic Shop in Macclesfield and then Nostalgia & Comics in Birmingham (the lad gets around)

I also think Neil McClements is at Forbidden Planet in Leicester.

If any other forum members are attending any of the other venues, please let us know.

[https://www.justgiving.com/Neil-Roche]

Hi guys,

I've taken up running for the first time in 15 years to try and get fit and run the Manchester 10k in May. I also want to try and raise as much money as possible for The Christie http://www.christie.nhs.uk/the-christie-charity. I know time are hard, but if you would like to make any donation possible, it would be very much appreciated.

Donates can be make by clicking the link. https://www.justgiving.com/Neil-Roche

Ta
Bhuna

The Thought Bubble website has just been updated. Date confirmed 5th & 6th November.

So guy call Mignola is gonna be there. Also some other guy called Kim Jung Gi.

No exhibitor details yet.

http://thoughtbubblefestival.com/

So, with Thought Bubble just around the corner, I thought I'd give you fine people a heads up to remind you that Killing Moon issue 1 will be available from table 36 of the New Dock Hall. Mr Neil McClement will also be at the the table too. 

"But I can't make Thought Bubble!" I hear you cry. Well, never fear! It will also be available from Travelling Man in Manchester and from Comicsy from Saturday too.

The creative team consists of forum members:
Writer: Chris Denton
Art: Bhuna
Colour: Darren Stephens
Lettering: Bolt1
Editor: Richmond Clements
Art Editor: Bolt1

It features guest illustrations by some of the UK's top Small Press (and forum members) artists. These really are absolutely stunning illustrations!
Neil McClements
SKD
Steve Austin
Wooley
Conor Boyle
Matt Soffe

If you follow me on FaceBook or Twitter you'll know I've been working under the radar a bit on a personal project which I first mentioned on the forum way back in 2012
http://forums.2000adonline.com/index.php/topic,37656.0.html

After being stuck in a bit of stuck in development hell for a while things are really starting to come together.

Killing Moon issue 1 will be launched at Thought Bubble this November through PigDog Press (which is me!)

The creative team consists of forum members:
Writer: Chris Denton
Art: Bhuna
Colour: Darren Stephens
Lettering: Bolt1
Editor: Richmond Clements
Art Editor: Bolt1

It will also be featuring guest illustrations by some of the UK's top Small Press artists. The ones I've received are absolutely stunning
Neil McClements
SKD
Steve Austin
Wooley
Conor Boyle
Matt Soffe

Feedback I've had is that it's a bit like the old Fighting Fantasy books without having to jump back and forth with the pages, which I'm really happy with.

I've held back on posting any visuals so not the give the plot away, but here's something to whet your appetite.

Any support would be really appreciated.   

I'm looking at getting a new laptop for Mrs Bhuna and what to know if any of you techi guys can recommend a good make (decent chassis, firm keys etc). I'm looking at something with about 6-8 gig of ram too. The budget is around £300-£400

Cheers

Dear hivemind,

I've thinking of popping my 'ink cherry' by getting a McMahon Dredd tattoo on the top of my arm!

I seen to remember that Mike did a number of cracking fanzine covers (BEM, Fantacy  Express etc) back in the day.

Has anyone got any scans of any 'old school' McMahon Dredds (prog or fanzine covers/full length pose/splash image) that they could send me?

Or does anyone have any suggestions??

Does anyone have an old school Rogue Trooper logo (.eps) that they could send me?

Cheers

I'm looking at maybe purchasing a tablet but the cost of an iPad is wayyyy out of my league.

So the question is, is there an alternative tablet that people would recommend. Is a Kindle HD any cop and what's the Samgung Note like, because I haven't got a bleeding clue?

The budget is between £200 to £250.