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Nexus: Battle for Thuneworld Collected Epic Futuristic Sci-Fi Space Drama

Nexus: Battle for Thuneworld Collected Epic Futuristic Sci-Fi Space Drama

"Nexus: Battle for Thuneworld" is an oversized, 9x12, 144-page graphic novel. Fully colored and bursting with Rude's signature artwork taking you on an exciting action-packed quest with protagonist, Horatio Hellpop 500 years into the future.
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This project is part of Comictopia 2024, which runs from July 18th - August 8th 2024. Learn more →

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💥 Welcome to Comictopia — a celebration of creativity and collaboration from a diverse group of writers and artists collectively running comic book crowdfunding projects from July 18th - August 8th.

🔥 Limited Cross-Collaboration Freebies — Here's a cool deal:  support us AND our friends at Baker Cat Studios (they make awesome stuff too!). Well, if you back both of us, you'll get a FREE trading card set as a thank you for being super awesome and supporting two creative projects at once! It's like getting a bonus gift for being a double supporter!




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Dive into "Steve Rude's Nexus:  The Battle for Thuneworld," a thrilling miniseries following Horatio Hellpop, a reluctant space hero, 500 years in the future.


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Exciting news, Nexus fans! We're thrilled to announce a collaboration with BakerCat Studios for Comictopia.  All  mailed pledges that support both our campaign and BakerCat Studios' campaign will receive a FREE limited-edition trading card set, exclusive to Comictopia!



Don't miss this chance to score this awesome collectible and support two incredible creative endeavors. Pledge today and join the Comictopia fun! 
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Nexus: The Collected Edition collects a five-part miniseries by Steve Rude of the same name.  

Nexus, a cosmic hero, must rebuild his world after a brush with a planet-eating menace. While facing this monumental task, a mysterious crash landing and a missing friend pull him into a thrilling adventure.  Packed with action, shocking reveals, and a final showdown against a monstrous enemy, this collection is a must-read for comic fans.  

Eisner Award Winning Artist, Steve Rude, is writing, penciling, lettering, and inking; reviving Nexus in a classic comic book style.



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To show our gratitude for your continued support, all returning backers who pledge for a physical reward will receive an exclusive, FREE 6x9" mini-print featuring stunning Nexus art by the legendary Steve Rude! This exclusive print is the perfect way to personalize your trade and represent your fandom pride. 

No need to enter codes or take any extra steps.  The reward will be atomically added to your pledge post campaign! 
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If you are a $5+ Patreon member we've sent you a PRIVATE link to an EXCLUSIVE pledge that includes your choice of paperback plus a FREE digital copy AND a Patreon exclusive mini print- both SIGNED! 

Not a member?  Join today for instant access to the private link!  www.patreon.com/steverude.com/membership
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VOLUME ONE OF THE NEXUS NEWSPAPER SERIES



9X12" TRADE PAPERBACK - $30
  • 143 Pages, full color
  • $25 unsigned / $35 signed

12x17" LIMITED EDITION HARDCOVER - $350
  • 320 Pages
  • Full size colors, pencils, AND inks
  • Bonus content
  • Signed plate stitched into book signed by Mike Baron & Steve Rude
  • Hand Numbered and Limited to 250 copies
  • Comes in a slipcase and shrinkwrapped
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Published while Thuneworld was still in its draft stages, these collector edition comics include the black and white thumbnails, unedited pages, and the original unedited script!

Note: This is the only place we will publish the script and the inked pages will be dramatically different from the final pages in the artist edition (AE for Thuneworld coming in 2025)

We have a limited number of SIGNED complete sets available for $125
Each issue will be signed (some hand signed some have signed bookplates) and are bagged together as a set.

EXAMPLE FROM THUNEWORLD ISSUE #4:

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EXAMPLES OF ART FOR THE $250 ORIGINAL ART MYSTERY BOX

EXAMPLES OF ART FOR THE VIP $500 ORIGINAL ART MYSTERY BOX

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Having fun with our partner's Star Trek theme Steve painted these amazing original art cards!




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The regular edition of this TPB will be the same one solicited through Diamond for late November distribution.  We will receive those orders early October and get them to you late October or Early November – ahead of regular distribution.

Digital only rewards will go out for everyone in September

CUSTOMS/DUTIES ARE NOT INCLUDED in the cost of shipping and can run around 20% of your final order total.  We do have options that will allow you to prepay duties and have the package delivered directly to your door.  Check the "Give Me Options" buttons during post campaign checkout! 

CANADIAN CUSTOMS: We have an option for you to prepay customs for a flat fee of $9.99 which will allow USPS to deliver to Canadian Post and directly to your door!  This will be offered post-campaign, but like everything you may choose to pay post campaign.

ESTIMATED COST OF SHIPPING ONE (1) BOOK
Keep in mind, these numbers may shift along the way. We personalize shipping fees based on each book's weight, ensuring fair pricing for all backers.  Costs are calculated by weight using USPS rates.

  • $10 USA
  • $19 CANADA
  • $26-40 REST OF THE WORLD

SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS: We are unable to ship to: Afghanistan, Belarus, Brazil, Central African Republic, Israel, Laos, New Caledonia, Niue, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, and Yemen.


DAMAGED/LOST PACKAGES: We do our best to ensure your order is packed with care.  We spend over $2,000 each project on new boxes, envelopes and packing materials.  A cost we 100% absorb. Regardless of packing methods, there is always a carrier determined to ruin your day.  While we can't send Nexus after him, we can get you out a new order.  Contact us right away if there is anything wrong with your package and we'll make it right! 

Please keep damaged package until after your order has been taken care of, thanks! :)




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