Indie graphic novel I, Minotaur nears October 1 funding deadline

Studio Blink's oversized, hand-drawn mythic graphic novel is crowdfunding its first volume through October 1 at 20:00 UTC.

Studio Blink's independent graphic novel I, Minotaur is approaching its October 1, 2026 crowdfunding close at 20:00 UTC. The creator's BackerKit campaign pitches a philosophical retelling of the Minotaur myth from Asterion's point of view, with a sentient labyrinth that keeps replaying his fate. What the first volume

contains James Ortega writes and illustrates the work. Studio Blink says volume one contains the first two chapters of a planned 15-chapter, seven-volume story. Its proposed physical edition is an oversized 10.5-by-14-inch hardcover of approximately 60 colour pages . The campaign is funding production of this first

volume; it does not guarantee completion of the wider series. Art and delivery The creator says the comic's writing and panels are hand-drawn and painted without AI. The campaign separately discloses AI tools used for physical-product mockups and editing pre-written campaign-page copy; the headline image here is

labelled chapter art, not a product mockup. Studio Blink estimates shipping in April 2027 , with delivery subject to production and fulfilment. International shipping estimates vary by region, and taxes or customs charges may be additional. Check the current pledge level and delivery terms before backing. Headline

image: official hand-painted chapter art by James Ortega, supplied by Studio Blink on its BackerKit campaign.

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