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Join Chip Hazard for an exclusive interview with Nick Arganbright, co-creator and writer of Excavator, the all-ages science-fantasy comic series!Across the first four issues of Excavator, readers follow Boone Doggle, a young excavator whose discovery of a mysterious artifact sends him on an adventure far bigger than he ever imagined.From bounty hunters and crime lords to mysterious cities, dangerous wilderness, and characters with hidden agendas, Boone's journey is filled with unexpected discoveries.In this interview, we sit down with Nick Arganbright to discuss the creation of Excavator, the inspiration behind Boone Doggle, the characters who shape his journey, and the mysteries surrounding the artifact.We also explore the worldbuilding, storytelling, creative process, themes, and what readers might have to look forward to in the future of the series!IN THIS INTERVIEW:The origins and inspiration behind ExcavatorCreating Boone Doggle and his optimistic personalityThe evolution of the story across Issues #1–4Characters including Ozzie, Lakeith, Nox, Jiwon, and RinoThe mysteries and revelations of Issue #4The Sovereign, the Judiciary, and the world of ExcavatorThe creative process behind building a science-fantasy universeWhat's next for Boone and the Excavator seriesWhether you're a longtime comic book reader or someone looking for your next independent comic series, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!CHECK OUT EXCAVATOR:🌐 Official Website: https://www.excavatorcomic.comMovement Radio is your one-stop shop for all things anime, comics, video games, pro wrestling, horror, and pop culture!We bring you exclusive interviews with comic creators, voice actors, artists, and industry professionals, along with convention coverage, reviews, reactions, discussions, and more.FOLLOW MOVEMENT RADIO:▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMIQ5aqQHEtdO9ICwNl05g🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJD🛍️ Merchandise: https://www.movementradio.us📝 Substack: https://movementradio.substack.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovementRadio2019📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementradio3/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@movementradio👍 LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE!Let us know in the comments: Which Excavator character has caught your attention the most, and what do you think is really going on with that mysterious artifact?Keep Reading, Keep Collecting and Stay Nerdy!0:00 The Origins of a Sci-Fi Adventure1:56 The Creative Spark Behind the Story6:47 Developing the World Piece by Piece9:34 The Heart of an Optimistic Hero13:59 Kindness as a Double-Edged Sword18:49 Expanding the Scope of the Adventure26:55 Balancing Plot and Emotional Stakes30:09 The Deeper Meaning Behind the Title40:18 The Art of Natural Exposition47:55 Challenging First Impressions#ExcavatorComic #NickArganbright #IndieComics

Explore the MythFall comic series with creator Cici Affini. Learn how ancient history and futuristic themes shape this story.On this episode of Movement Radio, Chip Hazard sits down with Cici Affini to discuss the worldbuilding behind MythFall. We examine the narrative arcs of characters like Prince Kavan and Princess Kira while analyzing the political themes that drive the plot forward. This conversation offers a clear look at the creative process required to build a complex universe from the ground up.Whether you are a longtime follower of independent comics or looking for your next read, this interview breaks down the visual storytelling and character development that make this series unique. We cover the challenges of developing a larger narrative and what fans can expect as the series expands.FOLLOW MYTHFALLhttps://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/attic-door-media/mythfall-issue-1-2-a-fantasy-epic-in-spacehttps://mythfall-interludes.backerkit.com/hosted_preordershttps://atticdoormedia.substack.com/https://atticdoormedia.com/Subscribe to Movement Radio for more deep dives into your favorite indie comics, and let us know in the comments: what draws you most to a new comic book series?📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMIQ5aqQHEtdO9ICwNl05g🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJD🛍️ Merchandise: https://www.movementradio.us📰 Substack: https://movementradio.substack.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovementRadio2019📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementradio3/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@movementradio0:00 Exploring the Mythfall Universe2:05 From Audiobooks to Comic Creation4:42 The Challenge of Finding Your Voice9:22 The Origins of Prince Cavon14:06 The Power of Foundational Myths17:49 Building a Multi-Generational Timeline26:32 Beyond the Royal Title41:51 Deconstructing the Femme Fatale1:05:47 The Collaborative Art of Comics#MythFall #ComicCreatorInterview #IndependentComics

What makes a great horror comic? And how do you bring nightmares, strange worlds, and unsettling stories to life through artwork?On this episode of Movement Radio, Chip Hazard sits down with independent comic creator and artist Kev Tijerina to discuss his work on Liber Timoris #1 & #2 and Mind Flora #1!We dive into the origins of Liber Timoris, Kev's horror anthology featuring modern tales of terror, and take a closer look at the stories in issue #2, including "Dirty WRK" and "Feed the Machine."From the unsettling world of gig-work technology to the terrifying intersection of artificial intelligence and occult forces, we explore the ideas, visual storytelling, and creative decisions behind these horror stories.We also discuss Mind Flora #1, a fantasy and science-fiction anthology written by J. Darris Mitchell and illustrated by Kev. We talk about working across different genres, designing unfamiliar worlds, collaborating with writers, and the challenges of bringing imaginative stories to life through comic book art.Whether you're a fan of independent comics, horror anthologies, science fiction, or discovering talented creators working outside the mainstream, this is an interview you won't want to miss!IN THIS INTERVIEW:Kev Tijerina's journey into comic book creationThe inspiration behind Liber TimorisExploring the horror stories in Liber Timoris #2"Dirty WRK" and the darker side of technology"Feed the Machine" and the intersection of AI and the occultThe creative process behind illustrating horrorKev's artwork in Mind Flora #1Working with writer J. Darris MitchellThe challenges of independent comic creationWhat's next for Kev Tijerina?Website: artofkevtijerina.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofkevtijerina/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Kev_Tijerina_ArtSubstack: https://substack.com/@artofkevtMexamericon 10/31: https://www.mexamericon.com/PWR Presents Pottery World Rasslin' at Feats of Clay ATX 11/07: https://featsofclaypottery.com/pwrComic Arts San Antonio 11/14: https://www.comicarts-sa.com/conventionCHECK OUT MOVEMENT RADIO!📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMIQ5aqQHEtdO9ICwNl05g🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJD🛍️ Merchandise: https://www.movementradio.us📰 Substack: https://movementradio.substack.com/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovementRadio2019📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementradio3/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@movementradioENJOYED THE INTERVIEW?Give this video a thumbs up, subscribe to Movement Radio, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss our latest interviews, comic book discussions, convention coverage, and all things anime, comics, and video games!Let us know in the comments: Are you picking up Liber Timoris or Mind Flora?0:00 A Conversation with Kev Teharina1:49 Finding the Path to Comic Creation13:55 The Evolution of Storytelling Skills28:02 Digital Tools and Traditional Techniques30:29 The Spark Behind a Horror Anthology41:52 The Art of the Short Story Format52:05 Visualizing Fear on the Page57:17 Technology and Dread in Dirty Work1:07:46 Feed the Machine and Corporate Ambition1:31:51 Diving into Sci-Fi Fantasy Worlds#KevTijerina #LiberTimoris #IndependentComics

What happens when a brutal murder investigation leads to something that might not be human?On this episode of Movement Radio, Chip Hazard sits down with MAS (TacticalLore), the creator behind Baca’s Contract, an independent supernatural horror comic that brings Caribbean folklore into a modern crime thriller.When a brutal murder occurs in broad daylight, witnesses can't agree on what they saw. As investigators search for answers, they begin to confront the possibility that the killer may be something far more terrifying than a human being.In this conversation, we discuss:The inspiration behind Baca’s ContractBlending procedural crime storytelling with supernatural horrorThe Bacá and its roots in Caribbean folkloreBringing traditional folklore into a modern settingCreating a believable world where the supernatural may existMAS's creative process as writer, penciller, and inkerThe challenges of creating independent comicsWhat's next for Baca’s ContractIf you're a fan of supernatural horror, crime mysteries, folklore, and independent comics, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!CHECK OUT BACA’S CONTRACT & FOLLOW THE CREATORKickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1706696350/bacas-contractComic Launch Lab: https://comiclaunchlab.com/projects/baca-s-contractYouTube – TacticalLore: https://www.youtube.com/@TacticalLorePixiv: https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/122481377Cara – Yonda: https://cara.app/yondaohmcSUPPORT MOVEMENT RADIOSubscribe to the channel for more comic creator interviews, anime discussions, gaming, convention coverage, reviews, and all things pop culture.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@movementradioSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJDMerchandise: https://www.movementradio.usSubstack: https://movementradio.substack.com/0:00 A Supernatural Crime Thriller1:52 Early Influences and Background4:31 Manga and Comic Inspirations6:44 The Path to Professional Creation8:56 Procedural Supernatural Horror12:09 The Unreliability of Eyewitnesses17:14 A Real-Life Mystery Spark44:33 Understanding the Baka Folklore1:14:35 The Challenges of Independent Comics#BacasContract #CaribbeanFolklore #ComicBookInterview

What happens when the person you believe yourself to be collides with the person you really are?On this episode of Movement Radio, Chip Hazard sits down with Tony Niemeyer, creator of Rise of the Necromanceress, to explore the dark fantasy comic about identity, family, supernatural powers, and a world caught between Order and Chaos.Meet Raegan Durgor, a sixteen-year-old orphan who believes she comes from a noble Barbarian lineage. But when her latent powers begin to awaken, she faces a terrifying possibility: she may be a necromancer in a world where necromancers are hated.We discuss the inspiration behind Rise of the Necromanceress, the dangerous and mysterious Milchwood Swamp, Raegan's relationship with her adopted brother Jabowja, the corrupt system they must survive, and the mysteries surrounding Raegan's emerging powers.Tony also shares his journey from running a boutique marketing agency specializing in B2B technology brands to creating an independent fantasy comic, along with insights into the storytelling process and collaborating with illustrator and colorist Simone Perlina and editor Lee Nordling.IN THIS INTERVIEW:0:00 A Dark Fantasy Origin Story1:54 From Marketing to Dark Fantasy5:09 When a Story Chooses You7:08 A Secret Geek's Journey15:38 Crafting the Perfect Protagonist20:16 The Alchemy of Writing25:06 Miltwood Swamp: A Mind's Landscape37:15 Horror Elements in Fantasy1:08:44 The Art of CollaborationIf you're a fan of indie comics, dark fantasy, supernatural stories, and creator interviews**, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!📚 FOLLOW MOVEMENT RADIOYouTube:[@movementradio](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMIQ5aqQHEtdO9ICwNl05g)Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vfGZJD Merchandise: https://www.movementradio.us Substack: https://movementradio.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovementRadio2019Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementradio3/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@movementradioSubscribe for more independent comic creator interviews, comic book discussions, reviews, convention coverage, and conversations with the people who make fandom special.🔔 Like the video, subscribe, and turn on notifications to keep up with our latest content.💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY: What do you find most compelling in a fantasy story: its world, its characters, or the difficult choices they have to make? Let us know in the comments!CONNECT WITH THE PROJECTFind *Rise of the Necromanceress* and Tony NiemeyerInstargram: @Tonywritescomics#RiseOfTheNecromanceress #IndieComics #MovementRadio