GUEST POST: FUND RAISER FOR BEYOND THE STARS ISSUE 2 (of 6)

 Hey Everybody! I've agreed to share some space with Airship 27's Captain Ron Fortier as he tries to schedule issue 2 of his six part comic book mini-series Beyond The Stars from Silverline.

In his own words...

After its spectacular launch last Fall, Silverline Comics is thrilled to announce the release of issue # 2 of

Ron Fortier’s sci-fi epic, Beyond the Stars. The six part series was co-created by Fortier, a fifty year comic veteran, and Italian pro graphic artist Andrea Bormida. Bormida has been drawing comics for the European market for the past thirty years. This is his first project with an American publisher and he is thrilled to be a part of Silverline comics. The team is finalized by popular comics writer/creator Mike Belcher coming on board as the book’s letterer.

Fortier and Bormida hooked up on a social media site and when Fortier saw samples of artist’s work, he immediately suggested they team up. “Andrea is such a wonderful visual storyteller,” Fortier applauds. “He brings the script to life with his great sense of composition and drama.”

“Super excited for # 2,” Bormida relates, offering his thoughts on the book. “This is where we can see how well #1 was received; if we managed to stir up curiosity and involve the readers.” He also hints at this issue’s details. “We have another great cliffhanger ending and a mystery is upon us.”

After wrapping the letters, Belcher had his own comments on the second issue. “Issue two picks up and

draws our heroes closer together to the fight of their lives. Ron and Andrea leave it all on the field for this one. Breathtaking landscapes and artistry with quick witted dialogue had me hanging on to the last page. And let me tell you, that next to last page takes your breath away as it is. Don’t miss it!”

If you love old fashion space operas with a touch of Flash Gordon, Stars Wars and Star Trek, Beyond the Stars will leave you cheering for more. Also note, those who participate in the new Kickstarter Campaign will be able to pick up issue # 1 should they choose to do so.

To keep informed of the launch, go to the link below. And as ever, thanks so much for your continued support.

(https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/silverlinecomics/march23/)

RF.

I sincerely hope that everyone who enjoyed the first issue, or just loves science fiction in general, can help out with issue 2.—lh,jr.

BEYOND THE STARS BY RON FORTIER

Normally I post a PROGRESS REPORT but there really isn't much to say this week so I'm devoting the space to help a friend...

Art by Andrea Bormida

Fan favorite comic writer Ron Fortier (Green Hornet, Terminator, The Boston Bombers, Mr. Jigsaw) brings epic science fiction story to Silverline Comics. Fortier teams up with Italian artist Andrea Bormida for Beyond The Stars, a six-issue mini-series.

“The concept originated with Andrea,” says Fortier, who saw pages on a social media board where Bormida was seeking feedback from industry professionals. “They were completely penciled, inked, colored and incredibly beautiful.” 

Fortier reached out to Bormida and working together, crafted an outline for the six-part cosmic adventure. Shortly thereafter, Fortier reached out to Silverline editor Roland Mann. 

“I’m a big science fiction fan anyway,” says Mann, “but when I read Ron’s pitch and saw Andrea’s art…well, we jumped on it right away! Even more impressive was that Ron had assembled his entire team so quickly. I’m a big fan of Mike W. Belcher’s work, and Ron already had him lined up to do lettering and design.”

“I love good comics,” says Belcher, “From top to bottom this is what I look for in a good read. Imaginative art by someone who puts their heart and soul into it. As well as a story that pulls me in and gives me characters I can care about.”

Variant cover above by Dean Zachary,
Thomas Florimonte & Mickey Clausen.

“It’s my first crowd-funded project,” adds Bormida. “Will it work? Shall I be able to reach out to new fans? Such a new adventure.”

Beyond the Stars is the primal good versus evil tale. At its core is a group of unique Science-Warriors called upon to save all of mankind from an unimaginable horror. Beyond the Stars #1 will be 1/3 of a Silverline Sci-fi Extravaganza for the initial crowdfund campaign. The other comics are Obsoletes #1 by Wes Locher, Aaron Humphres, Jose Fuentes, and Haley Martin, and with Krey #1: RemiX by Roland Mann, Steven Butler, Ken Branch, and Jeremy Kahn. The giant-sized comic will come in at almost 70 pages of story and art.

A Kickstarter campaign is slated to run from May 5 through May 22. Original art and retailer bundles are available as part of the campaign!

Link to the kickstarter: https://tinyurl.com/SilPRbts

 

Beyond the Stars is trademarked and copyright 2022 Ron Fortier. The Obsoletes is trademarked and copyright 2022 Wes Locher. Krey is trademarked and copyright 2022 Roland Mann. All rights reserved.

“Classic, ripping stuff that's rich in ideas and concepts but doesn't forget to bring us a cast we can relate to."   

Chuck Dixon: Batman, Nightwing, Punisher 

"Mind-blowing space adventure with brilliant art.” 

Mike Baron: Nexus, Badger, Punisher

For more information, contact Roland Mann

1305 Andes Drive,
Winter Springs, Florida, USA 32708
roland@silverlinecomics.com