SCATTERED COMICS

SHADOW HUNTER’s “Renea” Drawn by Calvin Ellis

SHADOW HUNTERS has quickly become a fan favorite comic series, and with a new live action film being produced as well, it was a shock to learn that Benny Jordan (Artist on Shadow Hunters) had informed Scattered Comics that he would no longer be able to draw the series for the immediate future.

Benny stated, “I want to thank those of you who have followed my work in Shadow Hunters.  I am sorry to say that the third issue will be my last, at least for now.  I have decided to go back to school for 2D animation and it is taking up quite a bit of my time.  Another reason I am taking this hiatus is my 18 month old daughter.  At her age now she is quite a handful.  I’ve learned a lot while working on Shadow Hunters and Jason has been a great boss.  By no means am I leaving Scattered Comics and I hope to do some pin-ups and other “guest work” in the near future.  I appreciate all the fans of my work in the comic.  Thank you again.”

With this news, Scattered publisher, Jason Dube scrabbled to begin looking for a new artistic talent that would both capture the alluring characters and the over the top imagery that has been one of the staples of the series. Dube remarked, “We were about to put a ad out when it hit us, that we have a pool of artists that we use already at Scattered Studios. (A one stop shop comic book studio). And the first thing that jumped right out was Calvin Ellis’s new gallery work. In it were some of the most stunning images of dynamic warriors and sensual models covered in gorgeous colors. And so, with mush discussion with the company heads, Calvin was contacted.”

Shadow Hunters Test page (Issue#2 page 1) Redrawn by Calvin Ellis

The first test to Calvin’s abilities to mesh with “Shadow Hunters” would be to draw up the 3 main characters. The next step would be to see how he would handle the script. And so, within a few hours the sketches of the characters came back. He was approved to try his hand at the script, and what came back made up everyone’s mind that we had found the right person for the series.

As Benny Jordan completes issue #3, Calvin will begin a short “Shadow Hunters” web comic. This is just something to give to the fans as they wait for the next issue to be released.

We asked Calvin how he felt about coming onto this series and he remarked, “I’m a little nervous, as well as excited about being apart of this project. I hope that I can live up to the expectations for this story. Overall I am honored that I was chosen to be that artist for this story, and I am looking forward to the work.”

The new “Shadow Hunters” creative team of Jason Dube (Writer), and Calvin Ellis (Artist) will be appearing for the first time at the 6th Annual A Nightmare to Remember International Horror Film Festival!

And though it saddens us to be losing such a great talent as Benny, we are very excited move forward with Calvin Ellis.

Be sure to be watching as new work emerges for “Shadow Hunters” both from Benny Jordan and Calvin Ellis!

We recently sat down with Noel Serrato the new artist to bring to life a new comic book series with one your favorite SCATTERED characters.

Q:  How long have been working as a professional artist?

NOEL: For about 10 years now

Q:  How long have you been working with Jason Dube and Scattered Comics?

NOEL: 1 year

Q: Are you a fan of the original comic book series Scattered?

NOEL: Yes, loved Volume #1

Q: What do you like about working on the Blinth comic and Scattered books?

NOEL: The cool background story, plus the fact that Jason let me play around with his look.

Q:  Any thoughts on what you’d like to see happen storyline wise?

NOEL: I would love to continue where I left off. Get more into the origin and build on that.

Q: Who is your favorite character from the Scattered series to draw?

NOEL: Right now it would have to be a tie.. Blinth & Hades. There’s so much I can do with them, we’ll see.

Q: If you had to pick a character you most identify with, who would it be?

(Click to enlarge). BLINTH #1: Written by Jason Dube, Artwork by Noel Serrato

NOEL: Right now it would be Blinth, with the origin story just coming out he is torn between friendship that is turning into love & following the balance of power in The Dark(hell) or just doing the right thing.

Q: What do you prefer drawing when you’re not drawing the Scattered universe?

NOEL: I really just love playing around with my sketchbook, picking up what’s cool ‘n different in the comic art world.

Q: If you were BLINTH, what would you do?

NOEL: Read the Book cause I answer that..lol, & Follow Hades to the End of Time!

Q: Any last words, comments, worries, shout outs, sage advice you’d like to leave us with?

NOEL: Just for everybody to hold on to their seats cause this is the start of something big! Also, big thanks to Jason Dube for giving me this opportunity to showcase my talent on some of his “SCATTERED” Characters..Hopefully everybody likes what you see and it carries on to the future.

Be sure to be on the watch for BLINTH!

Written by Jason Dube – Artwork by Noel Serrato – Colors by Vasco Sobral

Scattered Comics is honored to bring aboard into its growing rooster of titles, the supernatural and high octane martial arts comic book “Zacklin“. This comic is a great fit for Scattered’s supernatural fans and at the same introduce them to the amazing brush art style of Bordin Marsinkul. This high energy comic has been sumarized this way:

“1000 years ago, The 7 demons of Zacklin from the Hell realm had a horrific civil which resulted in the death of every last demon. Years later, those demons managed to find a way to become reincarnated into human bodies on Earth.”

We had a chance to sit down with “Zacklin” creator/artist Bordin Marsinkul for a brief interview.

Q: How long have been working as a professional artist?

BORDIN: I’ve been working professionally for about 6 years.

Q: In a nutshell, how would you describe ZACKLIN?

BORDIN: ZACKLIN is a Dark, Violent, Action pack story.

Q: What made you decide to publish your comic with Jason Dube and Scattered Comics?

BORDIN: Jason Dube has been my best friend from the moment I met him. I know I can count on him pushing out my work to the public more than I can ever do.

Q: What kinds of things should we expect from this series?

BORDIN: You can get ready to be hook on to this series for sure.

Q: Is this a mini-series or on-going title series?

BORDIN: Its hard to say, since I come up with different idea for the series all the time. I can keep on going with it.

Q: Take us through your process in doing a comic?

BORDIN: I normally start with Story concept sketch to see how far I can do in 15 page per chapter. Once done I move on the the bigger size paper and work on pencil rough, ink, then

clean up in Photoshop.

Q: Do you feel its easier to work alone on comic or with a team?

BORDIN: Alone, since its my story, I rather have my own input on it as much as possible.

Q: If you had to pick a character you most identify with in the ZACKILN series, who would it be?

BORDIN: Umm possibly Bliz himself. He’s weak at first then he will become stronger as he’s able to control the demon inside him and use them. Just like me, how I don’t know what tool to use at first to draw. And now I know how to manage all the art tool, I just become better at drawing.

Q: What do you prefer drawing when you’re not drawing ZACKLIN?

BORDIN: Commission for other people LOL

Q: What type of readers do you think will enjoy this series? (ex: readers of X-men would enjoy?

X-force)

BORDIN: I say, if you like Naruto, Bleach or One Piece you will love Zacklin.

Q: Any last words, comments, worries, shout outs, sage advice you’d like to leave us with?

BORDIN: If you like my work  please do come by to see me and tell me at local Anime Convention or even ComicCon. I’m always in the artist Alley. Or you can Facebook me at “Bordin Marsinkul” or “Hyperbooster” fanpage. My website is www.hyperbooster.com

Scattered will be re-releasing “Zacklin” tradeback vol. 1 late this Summer on Amazon.com and begin to re-issue the next single issues under the new Scattered banner.

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Be sure to be on the watch for Zacklin!

This is a very exciting time for the Scattered Comics as they get ready to celebrate the annual holiday “Free Comic Book Day”. This year, Scattered’s Publisher/Writer/Artist, Jason Dube, will be at Empire Comics Vault in Sacramento to help the store celebrate and give away thousands of comics to all who attend. The store is making the day into a mini convention which will feature a handful of other local artists and celebrities.

Like last year, Jason will be giving out a new free published comic courtesy of RA COMICS. RA COMICS is a professional comic book printer. They can print your comic books in 3-4 days and have outstanding service. Be sure to check out RA COMICS to print your next comic book project and let them know you heard about them from Scattered Comics. The free comic will be called “Scattered Sampler”#2 and will have sneak peeks at some of this year’s new titles including “Panda Days #5″, “Scattered #4″, and “Blinth #1″. Besides the free sampler comic, Jason will be selling all his latest releases. Be sure to get your free comic and get signed by Jason Dube.

So if you haven’t already made set plans for Free Comic Book Day and are in the Sacramento, CA. area, be sure to stop by Empire Comics. Click here for more info.

Heather Jaeger and Melissa McCommon to attend the ASAHICon April 13, 2013

Scattered Comics was born in Antioch, California some 22 years ago. And now for the first time in a long while creators and comics from Scattered Comics return for a one day event called ASAHICon, on April 13, 2013. Join “CAFFEINE POISONED” artist and creator of the new Scattered series “CONFESSIONS OF A COMIC BOOK ARTIST” is Melissa McCommon. Alongside with Melissa will be the creator of this year’s new supernatural comic book “LEGENDS OF KATAINIA“, Heather Jaeger. Both will be on hand to meet and greet the fans as well as sign your comics and take photos. (If you ask nicely). Be sure to ask them about the latest news they have in store for their Scattered fans and maybe get them to give out some spoilers from their new series.

Later that day at the con, they will host a new “How to self publish comic books” panel. This will be a great opportunity for new comic book artists and creators to learn the ins and outs of self-publishing.

This is a homecoming to the city of Antioch that was long overdue for Scattered Comics and we are all very excited and look forward to many future returns. See you there next week!