Coming Soon: Zip #2: A Grungy Superhuman Comic Prelaunches on Kickstarter
Following the first issue reaching 110% funding, the Kickstarter campaign for Zip #2: A Grungy Superhuman Comic has prelaunched.
The comic was written by Mike Scrase, with illustration by San Espina, and lettering by Ferran Delgado. Artists for variant covers are anticipated to be announced later in the campaign. Set in Bristol, it follows Zip, a superhuman whose flawed superpowers are an analogy for disability, especially neurodivergence.
With a lead that's not infallible with mental health problems adds another dimension that makes the comic a super interesting read. Mix that with some jaw-dropping art, and you have a comic that I can't wait to read more of.
The campaign is expected to go live on October the 17th. The second issue is set to explore a strange and dangerous quirk of Zip's powers that she has struggled with since childhood: a release of high energy generated by her body's speed, which makes her touch explosive in stressful situations.
But Zip's control over her powers are challenged when she clashes with a kidnapper out to settle an old score. The stories about him say he's so skilled in the martial arts that there is no attack he cannot evade and no technique he cannot counter. They call him Mr Untouchable.
But are Zip and this deadly stranger more alike than they think? Zip #2: A Grungy Superhuman Comic has the answers!
Responding to feedback about the first campaign, Scrase has made an acknowledgement in the comic's credits available to everyone who pledges to the campaign with a reward tier. He has also expanded the countries in which the print version of the comic will be available. Zip #2 will be available in all European countries for which Kickstarter supports delivery options for.
Backers who missed the first issue will be able to it up in digital or digital and print format using one of the campaign's bundle tiers.
There will also be new reward options, including the chance to get a Zip sticker pack and poster with your pledge.
Readers excited for the continuation of the series can find the Kickstarter campaign here. They can also keep up to date with Zip by signing up through the website's mailing list, or through its Facebook page, Twitter account, or Instagram profile.
Praise for the first issue:
"LOVE the art in this" - Gail Simone
"Mike Scrase, the writer, builds a fascinating world and an even more fascinating main character in Zip" - A Place to Hang Your Cape
"Zip is going to be an enlightening, thrilling ride." - Comic Book News UK
"Really enjoying the experience of reading this. Good, dense but with flow, feels like a proper meal." - Claire Napier
"If you're a fan of fantastic characterization and narration, this is the comic for you!" - Your Friendly Neighborhood Comic Show
