CHIMAERA COMICS

Consortium of Justice is the Chimaera Universe Event mini-series co-written by George Singley and me, with art by Marcio Takara. This series will shape the universe for new and old Chimaera readers alike, and will guest star just about every character in Chimaera Studios already vast library of characters.

Take care,
Jim

Is this a continuation of Super Crazy TNT Blast/Twilight Men? I have been dying for more of that story since I picked up the first issue when it first came out.

wash wrote:Is this a continuation of Super Crazy TNT Blast/Twilight Men? I have been dying for more of that story since I picked up the first issue when it first came out.

Me too ... loved SCTNTB/TM!

I don't think its a continuation, so much as linked in theme.
Theres probably some shared characters I'm guessing.

Just finished the first issue. I have theories but I'll keep them in the filing cabinet for now. The art was dynamic and made me feel like I was watching a well-made animated film as much as reading a comic. Nicely done!

parkbenchbook wrote:Just finished the first issue. I have theories but I'll keep them in the filing cabinet for now. The art was dynamic and made me feel like I was watching a well-made animated film as much as reading a comic. Nicely done!

Thank you. I'm glad you like the COJ#1 issue and have your theories It's gunna be fun figuring it out. Marcio is an awesome and smooth artist...his work is amazing. I can't wait for you to see the next issue...oh wait only a week or so left

Wait COJ is out?
I ordered it through 2 different retailers and got nada!
WTF?!!?!

Hartley wrote:Wait COJ is out?
I ordered it through 2 different retailers and got nada!
WTF?!!?!

Hey Hartley! Good to see you back buddy...yea there have been announcements by Daimond, Ourselves, CBR, Newsarama, and other sites etc. for a couple of months now explaining our new business plan regarding publishing...

here is Dwight on the subject in his recent article at Newsarama:
"DMacP: Publisher George Singley has been a friend of mine for a long time, so when he approached me with his business plan and offered a position with the company, I jumped at it.

Chimaera's business plan--as laid out by George and Ken Levin--is structured to put the power of choice in the reader's hands while offering creators several ways to benefit from their hard work. By offering digital downloads, POD (Print on Demand) hard copies and Diamond solicited trades, readers have several options when it comes to getting their books.

Heck, I'm old-school. I want to have the comic in my hands. But why not read the book online and put that $3.50 in your car for gas instead? In today's economy, readers need options, and, when it comes right down to it, many readers can't get all the books they want simply because they can't afford them.

With Chimaera Studios, that isn't a problem. Readers can always read the books for free and then, as their budget allows, pick up single issues or graphic novels. Readers are our valuable patrons, and Chimaera will always strive to increase their options and give them what they want.

NRAMA: So how will your new system of distribution work?

DMacP: Well, as I said, readers can download our comics now. But for those who would like to have single issues, Chimaera is setting up a shop on their website where readers can order copies. As each series wrap up, Chimaera will be soliciting the trades through Diamond, so they will be available through comic shops, bookstores and Chimaera's online shop.

NRAMA: What appealed to you about POD? How do you feel about it as a direction for comics?

DMacP: To be honest, many, many small press books are not even breaking even. As a result, books are being canceled and some creators are even getting stuck with bills from their publishers. On the flip-side, readers are feeling the pain and frustration of the cancellations, too.

Using a POD publisher protects readers and creators from having to undergo these painful experiences. It's really a win-win situation for everyone."

here is his entire interview...

http://www.newsarama.com/comics/080822- ... erson.html

Spread the word...you've always been a great supporter of us and we appreciate it a lot Hartley!

So what did you think of COJ#1 my friend?

D'oh!

I read them there news reports...

Too many bottles o miscellaneous booze, and big baggies o weed!
(or just enough *snicker*)

You know I thought ish #1 was a great read, I just was sorta keeping it in the back of my consciousness as comics always read better when they're in my hands!

Love seeing Wargod, Lonebow, and Mutation on a team together, and its great seeing a continuation of the story set up wayyyyyy back in Super Crazy TNT blast!

I also love how the Twilight Men are present and accounted for so we who read Super Crazy TNT blast don't feel cheated out of their story.
(poor Prof Synapse!)

I suppose if I had to make a negative critique I woulda liked to have seen a rundown of the cast of characters names say even just as listed under the characters the 1st time we get to see em all.


I'm very much looking forward to the continued exploits, but most importantly the TPB when it comes out!

Will the PRG come out before the TPB?

I'm a gonna make a mentioning of COJ in my YouTube show, and do my damnedest to get peeps reading it online!

Thanks for the info-refresh George, and keep up the stellar entertainment!

Hartley wrote:D'oh!

I read them there news reports...

Too many bottles o miscellaneous booze, and big baggies o weed!
(or just enough *snicker*)

You know I thought ish #1 was a great read, I just was sorta keeping it in the back of my consciousness as comics always read better when they're in my hands!

Love seeing Wargod, Lonebow, and Mutation on a team together, and its great seeing a continuation of the story set up wayyyyyy back in Super Crazy TNT blast!

I also love how the Twilight Men are present and accounted for so we who read Super Crazy TNT blast don't feel cheated out of their story.
(poor Prof Synapse!)

I suppose if I had to make a negative critique I woulda liked to have seen a rundown of the cast of characters names say even just as listed under the characters the 1st time we get to see em all.


I'm very much looking forward to the continued exploits, but most importantly the TPB when it comes out!

Will the PRG come out before the TPB?

I'm a gonna make a mentioning of COJ in my YouTube show, and do my damnedest to get peeps reading it online!

Thanks for the info-refresh George, and keep up the stellar entertainment!

Hey Man! Thanks for the feedback on COJ...it's important to us and thank you so much for the promotion of our books Hartley...you rock!

Yea we have ALOT of cool stuff for Chimaera fans coming up in COJ that shapes the universe and characters...keep readin...I know you'll love it!

The Chimaera Universe RPG will be out end of the Month beginning of Sept...there will be previews up on Mongooses site soon as well as instructional articles on gameplay, tactics, how to convert a comic book issue into an actual gameplay session, etc. in Signs & Portents and eventually listed here as well. You can visit Mongoose for more info and ordering here...

http://www.mongoosepublishing.com/home/ ... blisher=10

All the play test groups we worked with over the past 18 months LOVED the game play and percentile system usage...coupled with the fact that the director does most...if not all of the dreaded "mathematics" which frees up the players game play and total immersion into the role playing scenario. Character creation is in depth but quick even for novice RPG players...and there is a quick roll system for more advanced RPG players...which allows total character immersion game play within minutes, instead of hours (or days with some systems). There will also be Companion Books released Monthly or Bimonthly (depending on scheduling times) that fully support, update, and add to the system...by theme, content, and exclusives from Chimaera Comics. We have also completed the RPG miniature movement system conversion and other things that will be released soon.

Some of the upcoming Companion Books (WORKING TITLES) are...
HELLHOUNDS (Oct2008),
WARGOD: The Supernatural and Magic
LONEBOW: The Vigilante and Underground
CONSORTIUM OF JUSTICE: Teamwork and Evil Alliances
INTERAGENTS
and more...

So please check it out


R.I.P. Prof. Synapse

Just wanted to say I checked it out on Wowio and loved it! Can't wait to see more and it makes me want to check out all the other Chimaera Universe titles so's I know what's goin on! Kudos to the crew!

LaurenMonardo wrote:Just wanted to say I checked it out on Wowio and loved it! Can't wait to see more and it makes me want to check out all the other Chimaera Universe titles so's I know what's goin on! Kudos to the crew!

Thanks so much Lauren. Glad you enjoyed the first issue.

Just wait until you see issues 2 and 3...Marcio's art somehow gets better and better each issue.

Thanks for checking the book out.

Jim