"Odyssey"

[Andrew NDB]

and "these new stories from the original series."

The way she worded it was probably in reference to the original Fred Wolf cartoon series. Since that was Nick/Viacom's chief interest from the beginning, according to Dan Berger and others. The Mirage series was never on their radar beyond some relatively cost-free reprints of existing material.

Still, I'd grant that's a bit unintentionally deceptively vague.

[Fearing]

Ah, that makes more sense financially and as far as hitting the biggest audience I suppose. All the talk in the press release of Kevin and Peter's creation followed by those previous "original series" quotes and this coming from IDW as opposed to Nickelodeon had me thinking they meant the Mirage stuff, but yeah the Fred Wolf series makes more sense.

[CyberCubed]

Technically we already got two new Mirage stories from IDW, and they were both in the 30th anniversary collection. Eastman and Lawson's stories are canon, as are the Image and Archie ones.

But overall there's no point for IDW to do Mirage-verse stories...unless Kevin wants to do a one-shot special or something, but given the Annual's are for IDW's universe perhaps not.

[Fearing]

Yeah, I had mentioned that this surprised me a bit. Technically though it was only one "new" story in the 30th collection. That first story in the special by Eastman is a reprint of a story he did for a Hero charity fundraiser comic. At the time it was assumed it was an IDWverse story, but since the 30th anniversary special reprinting of it officially puts it into the Mirage universe your point definitely still stands.

[Powder]

But overall there's no point for IDW to do Mirage-verse stories...unless Kevin wants to do a one-shot special or something, but given the Annual's are for IDW's universe perhaps not.

I wish they would, truthfully. Would love to see a Tales Vol. 3 with Dan Berger & Jim Lawson overseeing/doing most of the writing. Get Kev & the regular Mirage staffers on board for pin ups & covers, then get fresh talent for the goodies within, just like both Mirage & IDW have done in the past. There's plenty of room for new stories, lots of past works that could be added to/explained better, and eras that need a bit more content. For example, Tales vol. 2 never addressed the Image era, would love to see some stories set there, as well as more future & childhood stuff. Plus, it would be cool if Tales were done for the Archie & IDW series as well. Just wrap 'em all under the same banner. Hell, I'd even like to see tales that take place in the movieverse, OT, & Next Mutation, even if that sounds strange.

[Fearing]

Yeah, call it Tales from the TMNT Universe.. or Multiverse. I'd buy that.

[Jay $tarkiller]

I wish they would, truthfully. Would love to see a Tales Vol. 3 with Dan Berger & Jim Lawson overseeing/doing most of the writing. Get Kev & the regular Mirage staffers on board for pin ups & covers, then get fresh talent for the goodies within, just like both Mirage & IDW have done in the past. There's plenty of room for new stories, lots of past works that could be added to/explained better, and eras that need a bit more content. For example, Tales vol. 2 never addressed the Image era, would love to see some stories set there, as well as more future & childhood stuff. Plus, it would be cool if Tales were done for the Archie & IDW series as well. Just wrap 'em all under the same banner. Hell, I'd even like to see tales that take place in the movieverse, OT, & Next Mutation, even if that sounds strange.

Fck yeah! That would be awesome..totally dig that idea! :tcool:

[ToTheNines]

Lawson's stories are canon

That one is debatable. All four turtles are present, Raph isn't a monster, Don isn't miniature, and yet Shadow is in college. She was in high school during the volume 4 story.

[Tazi]

She was in high school during the volume 4 story.
Yea, but Raph was only Gameraph for a short period, and about Don, I think they mentoined it somewhere that they will be able to turn him back soon.

[The Cheese Phone]

any news on this shipping like in the next coming few weeks?

[Andrew NDB]

any news on this shipping like in the next coming few weeks?

None. It remains in Adam Pruett's capable hands, though I understand he is dealing with a personal matter at the moment.

[NuparuMahnika]

Is this still available for pre-order?

[Andrew NDB]

Is this still available for pre-order?

Yes, it is.

[Mayhem]

I checked the first post at least heh, to see if it said there... how do we pre-order? :)

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

Can we have an update?

[ctt4lfecw]

Can we have an update?

^
I am in favor of this notion of "Odyssey-goodness."

[thebrownranger]

Yes, it is.

Link please.

[zodiac brave]

Is this still available for pre-order?

Yes, it is.

Link please.

ditto!

(shut up and take my money...???)

fuuuug...if i'd known about the kickstarter, i would've HEAVILY backed it.

fuuuug...

:cry:

[Andrew NDB]

Can we have an update?

Not much to update. Still in Adam Pruett's hands. Last we spoke he said he said August would be pretty much a sure thing, with it being heavily likely he'd be done quite a bit before it.

[ctt4lfecw]

Awesome. So pumped.

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

Not much to update. Still in Adam Pruett's hands. Last we spoke he said he said August would be pretty much a sure thing, with it being heavily likely he'd be done quite a bit before it.

When would that put it in our hands?

[Andrew NDB]

When would that put it in our hands?

You'd have to ask Adam. But either way we're down to the end.

[ctt4lfecw]

You'd have to ask Adam. But either way we're down to the end.

Such good news.

[mrmaczaps]

Can't wait!

[discordiatookie]

Awesome news. Who is it I tell that I've moved house so it gets sent to the correct address? The same thing happened with the final image book finisher (I moved house between paying and it getting sent out). I messaged saying I had moved but got no reply so just went with it, but I never got my copy. My only guess is that it was sent to my old address after my forwarding mail had ended. Kinda gutting to think it's sitting in a rubbish tip somewhere... Is there still copies of that issue available by the way? I keep meaning to reorder it but money is always tight nowadays!

[thingy]

I don't know if there are any physical copies left of the Image conclusion, but if you were just looking to read it, digital versions are available (http://www.thegreenlanterncorps.com/tmnt/vol3.html).

[mrmaczaps]

Got a friend who wants to buy a copy of this... Is it too late?

[Mewzard]

Not much to update. Still in Adam Pruett's hands. Last we spoke he said he said August would be pretty much a sure thing, with it being heavily likely he'd be done quite a bit before it.

Aww, Andrew, you remembered my birthday. How sweet, lol.

Can't wait man. It's been a long time coming, but it'll be worth it. As sure as Lobo will always be a bad ass 90s Bastich...wait, what happened?!

...Nevertheless, I believe in you man. Sure it'll be a fantastic read.

Been too broke lately to get new Turtles comics, so I'm glad I already bought this one.

I know it's got a "generally references everything" thing going on, but do you have any recommended reads/re-reads prior to reading the book?

[Powder]

With what I know of the story (which isn't all that much, but still) I would suggest reading the Archie arcs that deal with Cherubae & the turnstone, Farley's Mirage issues, & the issues that deal with the Turtles in their old age. EDIT: Also make sure you're familiar with the Savanti's.

[Andrew NDB]

With what I know of the story (which isn't all that much, but still) I would suggest reading the Archie arcs that deal with Cherubae & the turnstone, Farley's Mirage issues, & the issues that deal with the Turtles in their old age. EDIT: Also make sure you're familiar with the Savanti's.

Probably a good idea, though not necessarily required. It's not really as heavily knit into all things as the Image finisher was (going left and right and all that)... though you'll definitely appreciate things more if you do that. Particularly with where and how Savanti himself was left in his last Tales V2 appearance. Maybe TMNT Vol. 1 #44 too for the Lucindra inclusion.

And absolutely -- if you are able -- pick up the Palladium "Transdimensional TMNT." That was kind of the baseline to follow for the basic flow of the story. You'll see what I mean.

[Powder]

Oh snap, that's one I actually don't have. Will have to make that purchase soon!

[oldmanwinters]

Coming soon?

http://bcbwrick.deviantart.com/art/TMNT-ODYSSEY-RUSSIAN-VERSION-470023915

[ctt4lfecw]

^
Nice old man. Can't wait till USA.

[AusMikey]

Hi Andrew, I'm in the same boat as Discordiatookie. Can you confirm you received my address change I sent you, I'd hate to miss out cheers!

[mrjafunk]

Can this still be pre ordered? If so, where?

[oldmanwinters]

Even in a language I can't understand, it looks so nice!
http://www.turtlepower.ru/showpost.php?p=278185&postcount=121

[ctt4lfecw]

Man that looks incredible. Can't wait for my copy!

[DK2]

Its a hardcover now?!

[Powder]

No, that's a special copy as a sort of one-off to make sure everything looks right (as far as I know).

[Sabacooza]

No, that's a special copy as a sort of one-off to make sure everything looks right (as far as I know).I don't know. I do bookbinding myself and that definitely looks like a hardcover case wrap. You can even see where the end pages (2 page spread image) of the book block were glued to the binding board.

[Fearing]

Whatever it is it looks amazing. Can't wait to read it!

[Powder]

I don't know. I do bookbinding myself and that definitely looks like a hardcover case wrap. You can even see where the end pages (2 page spread image) of the book block were glued to the binding board.

I never said it wasn't a hardcover, I said that it's not available to the public. It's Arseniy's copy directly ordered from the printer.

[John Pannozzi]

If you look, there seems to be a whole stack of Odyssey hardcovers...but they're in Russian...

[Sanjuro]

I would be interested in pre-ordering this book. Not sure how to go about it though.

[GreenDemon]

Rookie member here.. I'm looking for a way to get a pre-order of TMNT Odyssey and any point in that direction would be spectacular. I can donate to the cause as well. This is something I want to be a part of and don't want to miss out!!

[ctt4lfecw]

Rookie member here.. I'm looking for a way to get a pre-order of TMNT Odyssey and any point in that direction would be spectacular. I can donate to the cause as well. This is something I want to be a part of and don't want to miss out!!

Hey there. All you need to do is PM Andrew NDB. He'll get you set.

[GreenDemon]

Thanks for the assistance!

[ctt4lfecw]

If Andrew is reading this, can we please have an update? thanks!

[Jeff]

what did i miss? why are their physical copies in russian first?

[Andrew NDB]

If Andrew is reading this, can we please have an update? thanks!

what did i miss? why are their physical copies in russian first?

Because as of a bit ago Adam Pruett left the project due to personal reasons and the lettering was begun but left unfinished.

Arseniy himself (who did the Russian version, as well as Tales #71) is wrapping up the lettering even now.

[ctt4lfecw]

Because as of a bit ago Adam Pruett left the project due to personal reasons and the lettering was begun but left unfinished.

Arseniy himself (who did the Russian version, as well as Tales #71) is wrapping up the lettering even now.

thank you Andrew! Im sure the lettering will look great!

[Andrew NDB]

thank you Andrew! Im sure the lettering will look great!

With very little lead time Arseniy has already informed me it's already over halfway done.

We are at the last hurdle, folks.

[ctt4lfecw]

With very little lead time Arseniy has already informed me it's already over halfway done.

We are at the last hurdle, folks.

OMG it's coming! Yes! Yes! Yes! You rule!

[mrmaczaps]

i can't wait! :trazz:

[Master Splinter]

With very little lead time Arseniy has already informed me it's already over halfway done.

We are at the last hurdle, folks.

Fantastic news Andrew!

-ms

[Andrew NDB]

More good news: the lettering is all done. Now it's on to the proofing stage and then off to be printed.

[Sabacooza]

Nice! That's awesome to hear. It'll be nice to see it in print.

[ctt4lfecw]

Excellent. Can't wait to read some Odyssey goodness in my hands.

[Buffy]

Sweet, fantastic news!

[ToTheNines]

Who's proofing it? I'll proof it :P

[Mewzard]

Congrats Andrew! Can't wait to finally read it!

[Andrew NDB]

http://www.thegreenlanterncorps.com/odyssey.jpg

It's all done now. Let's get this sucker printed up.

[Kilowog]

http://www.thegreenlanterncorps.com/odyssey.jpg

It's all done now. Let's get this sucker printed up.

right on! 8)

[Sabacooza]

Very spiffy.

[CyberCubed]

Its fantastic.

[Sabacooza]

One minor thing I noticed. Shouldn't the word Odyssey be flipped so that the beginning of the word is at the top of the spine and not the bottom? Same thing with TMNT. Most books are set up like that but it's no big deal.

[Wentos]

Yeah, you're right. Book spines are supposed to read from top to bottom. Hopefully Andrew catches that before they go to print.

Looks great, Andrew. Can't wait to read it.

[ctt4lfecw]

OMG! Thank you Andrew and crew! watching the hype vids to get myself ready. my imagination is running wild.

[Gorilla Grodd]

Any word yet on a digital release?

[Jay $tarkiller]

F****ck yeeeah! Finally! This badboy looks amazing, can't wait to read it.

[Andrew NDB]

Any word yet on a digital release?

Hmm... I have strong feelings on this, but what do the rest of you think? Should we put it to a public vote?

[Jester]

I'd love to see it, but I didn't give to see it. Maybe send it to those who did....as a "tide over"?

[Tazi]

Book spines are supposed to read from top to bottom.
That's kind of an US/UK thing.
Or it's different in the place I live.


Which format will the book have? Stapled? TPB? HC?
After seeing those russian HCs, it would be so cool to have it as a HC... :roll:

[Kilowog]

Hmm... I have strong feelings on this, but what do the rest of you think? Should we put it to a public vote?

Yes, but if it would make you feel any better about it, wait like 5-6 months to do so or once you have completely exhausted your first major run?

[oldmanwinters]

I'm cool with whatever, but I remember the Indiegogo page offered a perk of a pre-ordered digital copy of the book to folks who gave at least $25, so I don't know if those two folks who claimed that perk would feel cheated if the book went totally public or not:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/odyssey

Also, any update on whether the signed script perk will still be viewable?

[Rooish]

Jeez that looks pretty damn cool.

[CyberCubed]

Hmm... I have strong feelings on this, but what do the rest of you think? Should we put it to a public vote?

Don't put it up digitally till you sell out at least 80% of your printed copies.

Those of us paying for the book should have a head start reading it over everyone else.

[Cowabunga Carl]

So excited that it is almost ready. Can't wait to read this.

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

He could make digital copies available to those who paid for printed copies and are dying to read it.

[mgambino]

He could make digital copies available to those who paid for printed copies and are dying to read it.

I agree with this. I just want to read it ASAP.

[Powder]

Heh, I'm a contributor & I haven't even read it yet. But that's okay! I'd be waiting for the physical copy anyway. :)

[Tazi]

I agree with this. I just want to read it ASAP.

Agree. Tho I might wait for the printed version.

[Weapons@theready]

Really late to the party on this one, is it still available to order?

[Master Splinter]

I contributed to the funding so I'm cool with waiting til I got my hands on it.

I say send out the physical copies then when the time is right release the digital copy.

-ms

[ctt4lfecw]

So pumped, can't wait till it gets printed and I see my copy in the mail!

[nelodiavolo]

Wow its been almost 2 years! Well worth the wait. Myself, I'd rather read the print before anything digital. Super stoked!

[Powder]

Have we an ETA on printed copies?

[Jephael]

I haven't heard from Andrew in forever. The last time we talked was shortly after our last Shellshocked Podcast. Hope he hasn't abandoned us.

[Andrew NDB]

Very shortly. They'll have to get a proof back to me in a couple of weeks.

[Powder]

Sweet. This may just end up being ready in time for it to be my birthday gift from you (late November). :tlol:

[Jephael]

Very shortly. They'll have to get a proof back to me in a couple of weeks.

Hey do me a favor and bring my copy with you to San Diego next July. I'll PM the details on where I'm staying for Comic Con.

[mrmaczaps]

Any word yet on shipping soon?

[Shedder]

A Hard cover copy has already made the bay (guess who posted it)
cant wait to get my copy as the preview pictures look great

[Jasper-X]

saw that on ebay too, do we know if they will they all be hardcover?

[Tazi]

saw that on ebay too, do we know if they will they all be hardcover?

I'm curious about that too! (in fact, already asked about it some posts ago)

[Andrew NDB]

saw that on ebay too, do we know if they will they all be hardcover?

Absolutely not... the cost of printing a full run in hardcover would be through the roof. DemonAlukard is just doing a small limited run of hardcovers on his own, out of Russia. As it stands I'm already dropping about $1,500.00 on the printing of the regular, non-hardcover version alone.

The regular version I'm mass-producing are what's called "Perfect Bound" softcovers.

[Jasper-X]

Absolutely not... the cost of printing a full run in hardcover would be through the roof. DemonAlukard is just doing a small limited run of hardcovers on his own, out of Russia. As it stands I'm already dropping about $1,500.00 on the printing of the regular, non-hardcover version alone.

The regular version I'm mass-producing are what's called "Perfect Bound" softcovers.

no problem, just curious. either way, super excited for the release of this book

[Raven]

Andrew, who or what service are you going through to get this printed?

[mrmaczaps]

Any update on how the printing is going?

[Nortock Diab]

Andrew, is it still possible to get a softcover copy directly through you ?

Thanks.

[mrmaczaps]

Feeling kinda bummed that at least two folks have those hard cover versions (or at least one has it and one waiting, beyond the current one on eBay) and the regular softcover versions haven't been shipped yet.
Not a big deal I suppose because we'll get them but still weird...

Any further update? Have they started shipping?

[ctt4lfecw]

Feeling kinda bummed that at least two folks have those hard cover versions (or at least one has it and one waiting, beyond the current one on eBay) and the regular softcover versions haven't been shipped yet.
Not a big deal I suppose because we'll get them but still weird...

Any further update? Have they started shipping?

^
Yeah, but you know what is awesome? WE WILL get them. Just a little more time. I printed out and put together the Image Conclusion comics #24 and 25 that Andrew produced and let me tell you something, if Odyssey is even a little bit like the Image Conclusion then we are in for a real treat. It will so be worth the wait.

[mgambino]

^
Yeah, but you know what is awesome? WE WILL get them. Just a little more time. I printed out and put together the Image Conclusion comics #24 and 25 that Andrew produced and let me tell you something, if Odyssey is even a little bit like the Image Conclusion then we are in for a real treat. It will so be worth the wait.

The .cbz file of the Russian version is already up on the interwebs. I don't read the language, but I flipped through it to check out the art.

[Andrew NDB]

We're looking at just a minor delay, but it's entirely my bad. The cost to print ended up being about 600% higher than anticipated (which was about 400% more than I'd squirreled away for the task), so I'm going to have to do this in "bursts." Beginning shortly.

[CyberCubed]

Man, hard to believe you're bleeding money out of your own pocket just to get something out for the fans. Its appreciated.

[Jephael]

Man, hard to believe you're bleeding money out of your own pocket just to get something out for the fans. Its appreciated.

Andrew's a pretty talented individual, dude. Check out his Hal and Kyle Green Lantern series on YouTube sometime.

[Princess Anri]

Can I update my shipping address for this/anything else I have preordered from you?

[Mewzard]

We're looking at just a minor delay, but it's entirely my bad. The cost to print ended up being about 600% higher than anticipated (which was about 400% more than I'd squirreled away for the task), so I'm going to have to do this in "bursts." Beginning shortly.

Man, I'm sorry to hear that. I hope things go better for you financially on future endeavors, and I really appreciate the work you've put into it.

Will treasure my copy as much as I do my Mirage Hardcovers.

[Peter Palmer]

Can I update my shipping address for this/anything else I have preordered from you?

I've got the same question. I've moved since I contributed to the Odyssey project and hope my book doesn't get lost in the shuffle.

[Panda Khan]

I've got the same question. I've moved since I contributed to the Odyssey project and hope my book doesn't get lost in the shuffle.

That makes 3 of us...lol I'm in another state now and I can't remember if I used my parents address or my old address.

[ToTheNines]

****, I just realized I've moved twice since then lol. I should probably update too.

[TheWarrior97]

Can somebody let me in on this project?

[Venom]

Can somebody let me in on this project?

Sure, check this out:
http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showpost.php?p=924415&postcount=1

>_>

[TheWarrior97]

I mean where can I preorder this?

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

I ordered three different copies for three different people who don't frequent these boards. Only one of those is being shipped to me for re-shipment. Is it too late to order another copy? Would the cost be the same?

[CyberCubed]

I still can't even remember if I actually ordered a copy of this or not. I *think* I did but I cannot recall.

[MsMarvelDuckie]

I mean where can I preorder this?


I second this. How can we get it? Please PM me the info!

[mrmaczaps]

If you PM the guy who posted above that its shipping in lots... He will then reply with payment info so you can get it.

[Cowabunga Carl]

I had a dream that I was reading this last night and loving it. It seemed do real. Man it was tripy.

[ctt4lfecw]

Hi Andrew. If you're following this, can we please have an update? Thanks.

[Jephael]

I still can't even remember if I actually ordered a copy of this or not. I *think* I did but I cannot recall.

I know I did a while back. I'd have to check my PayPal account, but I dunno how far back it goes.

[CyberCubed]

Considering the order goes back more than 2 years, I don't know if I could even find out.

[Jeff]

Is there anyway to send out an email to everyone who ordered confirming that you have the correct addresses saved?

[CyberCubed]

Man I just re-read Image #24 and 25 for the first time since they originally came out, and I forgot how absolutely fantastic they were. The writing was incredible and all the loose ends being finished and tying it back into Volume 4 was amazing. Absolutely great all around.

It really hyped me up for this project again.

[ctt4lfecw]

I hope my book is in the first burst to get sent out.

[Andrew NDB]

E-mails have been sent out to everyone from Indiegogo and who pre-ordered separately to confirm your address.

Since 90% of the Paypal records I'm looking at do not have an address attached to them, please confirm your shipping address (and corresponding E-mail address/name to your order) by sending an E-mail (not by posting in this thread, and not by sending me a message here) here:

[email protected]

[Mewzard]

Confirmation of address sent in e-mail man. Can't wait to see the finished product.

This will be a welcome Christmas gift.

Been too long since my last Turtles purchase, and I crave more.

[ctt4lfecw]

Sent. Can't wait!

[DrSpengler]

Awesome.

I did move, so I sent an e-mail reply.

Thanks!

[Andrew NDB]

Awesome.

I did move, so I sent an e-mail reply.

Thanks!

Actually don't see one from you.

Another note: I see a lot of people not replying to the E-mail and instead E-mailing me on my personal E-mail. Don't. Send to [email protected]. Please. I have a third party keeping track of the books and names/E-mails/addresses therein to get things ready, after spending last couple weeks myself dissecting who's ordered what and when and going all Excel on that ass.

[AleXviD]

E-mail sent. Thanks!

[yagyu]

Email is sent, thanks Andrew!

[bjaxx87]

E-mail has been sent! :)

[TheMasterTurtle]

Email sent yesterday! Can't wait

[Master Splinter]

Actually don't see one from you.

Another note: I see a lot of people not replying to the E-mail and instead E-mailing me on my personal E-mail. Don't. Send to [email protected]. Please. I have a third party keeping track of the books and names/E-mails/addresses therein to get things ready, after spending last couple weeks myself dissecting who's ordered what and when and going all Excel on that ass.

Opps I replied to both emails. Your personal and the hotmail. Hope that's okay.

Thanks!

-ms

[DrSpengler]

Actually don't see one from you.


Just sent another one. Hopefully you got it.

[CyberCubed]

Out of curiosity are you responding to the e-mails sent confirming the order? I only ask because I sent an e-mail and don't know if people are getting responses or not.

[Chris]

Thanks Andrew, just replied

[Mayhem]

I replied, but don't know if you have my address. I think you do as I probably sent it in the Paypal payment or via PM at the time. But if you do, please let me know :)

[Andrew NDB]

Out of curiosity are you responding to the e-mails sent confirming the order? I only ask because I sent an e-mail and don't know if people are getting responses or not.

Nope. Someone is just dissecting all of them (the E-mails) and just updating a largely spotty Excel spreadsheet.

[Powder]

Let me know if at some point you need my information (which is the same as it ever was, should you still have it).

[Topsu]

Hmm, didn't get the email, wonder if spamfilter got it and removed it... Good thing I happened the read the thread, email sent.

[Cowabunga Carl]

sent an email

[discordiatookie]

Got an email from your personal account so replied to that, but read in here to send it to another, so done that too. I'm awfully excited to finally get my mitts on this!

[DK2]

Replied to both your emails. Only now did I even know that you put up another email address. Good thing I check up on the boards here and then.

[mrmaczaps]

Any of these shipped (received) yet? Or other status update available?

[The Fifth Turtle]

One on ebay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-TMNT-Odyssey-Limited-Hardcover-HC-Teenage-Mutant-Ninja-Turtles-Jim-Lawson-/301476094642?pt=US_Comic_Books&hash=item46316022b2

[TheMasterTurtle]

I'm interested as well just cause we haven't heard in a while. I'm not bothered cause I don't have time to read it right now anyway.

About the one above though, that's like #10 that has been up and it's hardcover. Our editions I believe are perfect bound

[bigb1986]

So is the one on eBay not worth say $51? I just won the auction for it. Is that guy just selling reprints or something?

[TheMasterTurtle]

So is the one on eBay not worth say $51? I just won the auction for it. Is that guy just selling reprints or something?

It's a matter of worth to you. Arseniy Dubakov is/was directly involved in the creation of this book just like the last 2 issues of the Image series and Tales, Volume 2 Issue 71. I would consider this a special hardcover printing exclusive to him from Russia. Still at legitimate copy from a legitimate source, just not from the same perfect bound printing most of us will be receiving. The pricing is obviously different as well - we all paid $35 I think? it's been so long I cant remember.

[bigb1986]

ah ok i think im going to go ahead and buy the hardcover and the 24 and 25 copies and get the comics framed since i can read the pdfs online. thank you very much for your quick reply i really appreciate it.

[AmpCoder]

So is the one on eBay not worth say $51? I just won the auction for it. Is that guy just selling reprints or something?

So you're the one who beat me in the auction. :P I was going to bid higher than my original $50 but decided against it for now. You got a pretty good deal as his other Odyssey auctions went for $69 and higher.

[mrmaczaps]

$51 is a steal since a bunch have sold just around $100 each... Some for more and a few for less...

[Lordmylar06]

Have these shipped already?

[ctt4lfecw]

I feel like everyone is reading this thing except me.

[Powder]

It's not out yet. The only people who have copies are the ones paying considerably more for advance copies coming from the printer.

[Jephael]

I feel like everyone is reading this thing except me.

Trust me, if the book was out by now this thread would be blowing up already.

[Duke Nukem]

I have a hardcover one. It's nice to be able to read it now, though if you've already paid for it, I can say it'll definitely be worth the wait. I don't feel too bad about paying more for it if it helps support creation of things like this.

[Powder]

I don't believe any of that money goes to Andrew, but perhaps I am mistaken.

[Duke Nukem]

For some reason I was under the impression that part of the reason for the auctions was to raise money to cover the high cost of printing, but I only skimmed this thread and I could be wrong. The hardcover is nice, I might have grabbed a softcover for less money if I had known at the time that they could still be obtained. Either way I don't regret it.

[TheMasterTurtle]

I don't believe any of that money goes to Andrew, but perhaps I am mistaken.

Yeah I doubt it does and same goes for #24 , & tales #71 he keeps putting up.

[tilallr1]

Can I still order/purchase this?

EDIT: Thanks Andrew got your PM and payment sent! Awesome!

[bigb1986]

I would like to know if this odyssey book is available for purchase too. I canceled my eBay order. Just doesn't seem right coming from Russia and all. I'll wait for a soft cover if I can even get one.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Will it be offered in softcover?

[Andrew NDB]

Will it be offered in softcover?

To be clear, DemonAlukard/Arseniy's hardcovers out of Russia is its own thing. I did sign off on the print version of that and he was kind enough to send me my own copy of it, but the only "official" U.S. version that is seeing print imminently is going to be the softcover version.

So the short answer is yes.

[Andrew NDB]

For some reason I was under the impression that part of the reason for the auctions was to raise money to cover the high cost of printing, but I only skimmed this thread and I could be wrong. The hardcover is nice, I might have grabbed a softcover for less money if I had known at the time that they could still be obtained. Either way I don't regret it.

Correct. DemonAlukard/Arseniy has been sending me half the profit minus shipping of every hardcover sold, which goes straight into the pool of the rather high cost of printing I'm facing.

[Duke Nukem]

Good to know. What differences are there between the hardcover and softcover (besides the obvious)?

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

I hate to ask an obvious question, but softcover does mean Trade Paperback and not like a single-issue paper comic, right?

[Andrew NDB]

Good to know. What differences are there between the hardcover and softcover (besides the obvious)?

The hardcover has different front and back inside cover art that Arseniy did. Also a couple of pages that talk about TMNT #24 and #25 and Tales #71. And a full page promo for "Origin" with a look at the ship (as drawn by Jim Lawson) that Donatello and his crew take off in to go to the center of the universe.

The softcover doesn't have those things. The front and back inside cover art is the Courtland Brugger pieces and there's no ads for anything.

[Andrew NDB]

I hate to ask an obvious question, but softcover does mean Trade Paperback and not like a single-issue paper comic, right?

Yes. It is not possible to print something this big in single-issue paper comic format.

[Mobius37]

Does anyone know when these are being shipped?

[Venom]

Does anyone know when these are being shipped?

Andrew has an idea...

[mrjafunk]

I hope, soon. I can not wait to read this book. I hope sooner rather than later that is for sure.

[Rooish]

So what's up? :)

[CyberCubed]

...one day....

*peers out window*

[AmpCoder]

I would like to order a copy if it is still possible.

[Powder]

Despite being a contributor (content-wise, I did a little art in this puppy- Thanks, Andrew!) I coughed up a few bucks & snagged a hardcover copy for myself. Worth having.

No spoilers, but to quote Raphael- "Daaaaaaamn!"

:)

Y'all are gonna love this. & you're in for some surprises.

[ctt4lfecw]

Despite being a contributor (content-wise, I did a little art in this puppy- Thanks, Andrew!) I coughed up a few bucks & snagged a hardcover copy for myself. Worth having.

No spoilers, but to quote Raphael- "Daaaaaaamn!"

:)

Y'all are gonna love this. & you're in for some surprises.

I am so jacked for this!

[Rooish]

But when? When??

[Powder]

I hope I'm not speaking out of line in saying this, but the book is hugely packed with content, both in terms of page count & guest appearances, so as you can imagine, despite crowdfunding, the costs to get this out have been pretty crazy. My guess would be another month or two, but it really is just a guess. Trust me when I say it will have been well worth the wait.

[ToTheNines]

I feel like it's already been asked and answered, but is there any difference in the story at all with the hardcover on eBay right now? I'm about to just cave even though I got one through indiegogo.

[Powder]

I feel like it's already been asked and answered, but is there any difference in the story at all with the hardcover on eBay right now? I'm about to just cave even though I got one through indiegogo.

Here you go.

The hardcover has different front and back inside cover art that Arseniy did. Also a couple of pages that talk about TMNT #24 and #25 and Tales #71. And a full page promo for "Origin" with a look at the ship (as drawn by Jim Lawson) that Donatello and his crew take off in to go to the center of the universe.

The softcover doesn't have those things. The front and back inside cover art is the Courtland Brugger pieces and there's no ads for anything.

[tilallr1]

I hope I'm not speaking out of line in saying this, but the book is hugely packed with content, both in terms of page count & guest appearances, so as you can imagine, despite crowdfunding, the costs to get this out have been pretty crazy. My guess would be another month or two, but it really is just a guess. Trust me when I say it will have been well worth the wait.

Man .... I can't wait. :-D

[Diorm]

But how can we still purchase this? PM Andrew?

[Powder]

Correctomundo.

[Cowabunga Carl]

Andrew I'm moving, is it to late to change my address?

[Andrew NDB]

Andrew I'm moving, is it to late to change my address?

Not too late. Pulling some strings to get this printed ASAP, but go ahead and send that to me.

[Jephael]

Hey Andrew, I still haven't got a response back from you in regards to bringing my copy with you to San Diego Comic Con. I would love it if we could arrange that!!!

[ctt4lfecw]

Any update on how the printing is going? Thanks!

[Andrew NDB]

Pleased to announce the money is in place and "Odyssey" will see print on the 20th of this month. Officially. I would expect about a week after that I should have them, and shortly thereafter I'll start mailing them out in order of orders being received.

[Andrew NDB]

And just to reiterate:

E-mails have been sent out to everyone from Indiegogo and who pre-ordered separately to confirm your address.

Since 90% of the Paypal records I'm looking at do not have an address attached to them, please confirm your shipping address (and corresponding E-mail address/name to your order) by sending an E-mail (not by posting in this thread, and not by sending me a message here) here:

[email protected]

[funatic]

Awesome news! Can't wait!

[mrmaczaps]

Sweet! Great news!

[DrSpengler]

Sweet!

Resent my shipping info just to be triple sure.

Looking forward to having a copy in my hands!

[CyberCubed]

Wait, are we supposed to e-mail Andrew again for another confirmation, or not? I'm confused now, I sent him an e-mail months ago when he originally made that post (and didn't get any response) but does he want another one?

[Andrew NDB]

Wait, are we supposed to e-mail Andrew again for another confirmation, or not? I'm confused now, I sent him an e-mail months ago when he originally made that post (and didn't get any response) but does he want another one?

You won't get a confirmation. Only email the email address if you need to change your mailing address. If you've already sent an email with that then you're good to go. If your mailing address hasn't changed since you pre-ordered then you're good to go and need to do nothing.

[Jephael]

I decided to go ahead and e-mail that Hotmail address you're asking people to use, so I hope you got the message even though I already sent you the same message on Facebook. I would like to know though if they will be out by July, otherwise I'll just go ahead and send you my home address. Please text me back about it.

[Mayhem]

I sent an email just in case, as I couldn't remember if you had my correct mailing address or not.

[tilallr1]

Pleased to announce the money is in place and "Odyssey" will see print on the 20th of this month. Officially. I would expect about a week after that I should have them, and shortly thereafter I'll start mailing them out in order of orders being received.

Can't wait. Thanks again for doing this!

[Master Splinter]

Pleased to announce the money is in place and "Odyssey" will see print on the 20th of this month. Officially. I would expect about a week after that I should have them, and shortly thereafter I'll start mailing them out in order of orders being received.

Fantastic news Andrew. Thank you!

-ms

[Mewzard]

Pleased to announce the money is in place and "Odyssey" will see print on the 20th of this month. Officially. I would expect about a week after that I should have them, and shortly thereafter I'll start mailing them out in order of orders being received.

Awesome! This has been worth the wait, and I know I'll enjoy the awesome comic that awaits me!

[mrjafunk]

so, exactly how many pages are in this book?

[Andrew NDB]

so, exactly how many pages are in this book?

109 story pages.

[Andrew NDB]

Just a reminder, this is for sure going to print this Friday, so anyone still wanting to sneak in a pre-order, now would be the time as it may be quite a while since I ever look at a 2nd printing.

(though in the meantime, you can still contact DemonAlukard about the hardcovers)

[mrjafunk]

That is great to hear. Roughly how long until peeps should be expecting these in our mail boxes? This spring? Not being pushy, just antsy.

[woregul]

How did the printing go and what was the final print run?

[Andrew NDB]

How did the printing go and what was the final print run?

The money has been paid, a proof is being made (an actual copy), and the final print run was 260 copies.

First step is they physically send me a proof, I approve it, and then it goes to print and all of them get to me -- in theory -- a week or so afterward via USPS. I'm told the final weight is about 96 pounds (!!!).

[ctt4lfecw]

Oh no. Does this mean only 260 people are going to receive the book?

[Andrew NDB]

Oh no. Does this mean only 260 people are going to receive the book?

There are only about 238 orders as it is. But the answer is yes. Only 260 people are going to receive the book.

[CyberCubed]

238 orders is quite surprising when you realize there's less than 100 active members on this forum, and even less than that who are into the comics and a fan-published comic no less. I'm not sure if you advertised it outside this forum though so that might be where a lot of the orders came from.

[Jephael]

238 orders is quite surprising when you realize there's less than 100 active members on this forum, and even less than that who are into the comics and a fan-published comic no less. I'm not sure if you advertised it outside this forum though so that might be where a lot of the orders came from.

There's more to the fanbase than this one dinky forum! Hell, haven't I told you to check out YouTube sometime?

[Andrew NDB]

238 orders is quite surprising when you realize there's less than 100 active members on this forum

You realize this project has been going for a few years now, right? And through Indiegogo too, yes?

[ctt4lfecw]

There are only about 238 orders as it is. But the answer is yes. Only 260 people are going to receive the book.

Oh cool. I didn't realize how many ordered. That's still a very impressive amount of orders Andrew, you and the crew who worked on this book deserve it.

[teacher fan]

Is there any way to order a copy of this book for those that haven't ordered it yet?

[Andrew NDB]

Is there any way to order a copy of this book for those that haven't ordered it yet?

Yes. Contact me privately.

[Nortock Diab]

I am so glad to be among the 238 ! :tgrin:

[mrjafunk]

I am very happy to be among the 238 peeps who ordered this book as well. I hope to be reading this beauty before to long.

[Wentos]

Paypal sent! Hope I didn't wait too long.

[Diorm]

Wew! I made it in time!:tsmile:

[CyberCubed]

I am very happy to be among the 238 peeps who ordered this book as well. I hope to be reading this beauty before to long.

I hope I'm one of the 238. I did re-send my address/paypal information a month ago when we were asked. Knowing that this has a limited print run and Andrew saying there probably won't be a second printing for a long time if ever, it makes you realize this is your one and only chance. And then there's the off-chance your comic can get lost in the mail if it gets accidentally shipped to the wrong address or the post office's incompetence loses it.

I woke up in a cold sweat the other night just thinking about it.

[Jephael]

I hope I'm one of the 238. I did re-send my address/paypal information a month ago when we were asked. Knowing that this has a limited print run and Andrew saying there probably won't be a second printing for a long time if ever, it makes you realize this is your one and only chance. And then there's the off-chance your comic can get lost in the mail if it gets accidentally shipped to the wrong address or the post office's incompetence loses it.

I woke up in a cold sweat the other night just thinking about it.

Dude, calm your tits. It's just a fan comic, not instructions for curing cancer!

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Dude, calm your tits. It's just a fan comic, not instructions for curing cancer!

Nothing wrong with being obsessive with something you love.

[yagyu]

Can not wait to get my copy!

[woregul]

Woohoo! I won a hardback auction! Now to wait for its arrival from Russia ...

[ToTheNines]

Woohoo! I won a hardback auction! Now to wait for its arrival from Russia ...

Mine didn't take long at all. Just pray you're home when the mail man comes, they won't leave it unless you sign for it.

[Birdman37]

Can I still get a copy?

[MutantBear]

Has anyone received the comic yet? Also, in the future, will it be possible to get a copy?

[woregul]

What's the status of the printing?

[Andrew NDB]

What's the status of the printing?

Not sure. I'm still waiting for the first physical proof.

[Jephael]

Nothing wrong with being obsessive with something you love.

Yea, until you've got the creator locked in your basement and chained to a wall.

[CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy]

Yea, until you've got the creator locked in your basement and chained to a wall.

... That's wrong? :teek:

:tlol:

[woregul]

Not sure. I'm still waiting for the first physical proof.

Does that mean that folks can still get an order in if they PM you?

[Andrew NDB]

Does that mean that folks can still get an order in if they PM you?

Not many left but yes.

[Andrew NDB]

Update: got the physical proof today. Adding one page (don't worry, no additional wait, it's done, this is just something being slipped in by me at the 11th hour -- that I think you'll appreciate -- that doesn't delay anything in any way) to fill in the blank page at the back. I'm told 8 to 10 business days after my thumbs up it will be shipped to me... so that's where we're at. Going to send these in clumps, but it'll all be prioritized by the order of orders, if that makes sense.

[Gooseatello]

Update: got the physical proof today. Adding one page (don't worry, no additional wait, it's done, this is just something being slipped in by me at the 11th hour -- that I think you'll appreciate -- that doesn't delay anything in any way) to fill in the blank page at the back. I'm told 8 to 10 business days after my thumbs up it will be shipped to me... so that's where we're at. Going to send these in clumps, but it'll all be prioritized by the order of orders, if that makes sense.

Awesome news. Can't wait.

[marcelangelo]

very nice!glad to read that it is almost finished!;)

[ctt4lfecw]

While we wait, what is everyone here looking forward to the most?(aside from reading it of course) Is it the actual story, the surprises, the artwork etc...

[CyberCubed]

Given this features the Old-men Mirage Turtles, it sort of acts as a conclusion for the Mirage universe as a whole, so there's that. Considering how Volume 4 never ended, if it never does, at least we have this as sort of closure to the first TMNT universe.

[Cryomancer]

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but will this be getting a digital release as well?

[Diorm]

Given this features the Old-men Mirage Turtles, it sort of acts as a conclusion for the Mirage universe as a whole, so there's that. Considering how Volume 4 never ended, if it never does, at least we have this as sort of closure to the first TMNT universe.

Same here. And the story and artwork of course.

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

Update: got the physical proof today. Adding one page (don't worry, no additional wait, it's done, this is just something being slipped in by me at the 11th hour -- that I think you'll appreciate -- that doesn't delay anything in any way) to fill in the blank page at the back. I'm told 8 to 10 business days after my thumbs up it will be shipped to me... so that's where we're at. Going to send these in clumps, but it'll all be prioritized by the order of orders, if that makes sense.

It means that those of us who put in orders first will get our copies first.

[mrjafunk]

Any up-dates as to when this book is going to ship yet?

[woregul]

Woohoo! I won a hardback auction! Now to wait for its arrival from Russia ...

HC came in a week ago. Ordered on 3/28 and it arrived safely on 4/18, so right around 3 weeks for shipping to the US. Very nice. I love all the different art styles in Odyssey.

I don't know if this has been asked before. I see from the indiegogo site that 5 pages of original art was given as crowd funding perks. Is any available for sale?

[tilallr1]

Update: got the physical proof today. Adding one page (don't worry, no additional wait, it's done, this is just something being slipped in by me at the 11th hour -- that I think you'll appreciate -- that doesn't delay anything in any way) to fill in the blank page at the back. I'm told 8 to 10 business days after my thumbs up it will be shipped to me... so that's where we're at. Going to send these in clumps, but it'll all be prioritized by the order of orders, if that makes sense.

Have you gotten the printed copies? Can't wait to read it. :D

[Andrew NDB]

I prodded the printing company today. They said it prints on Monday, and it'll ship that Wednesday or Thursday.

Don't worry, I'll post some pics of the box(es?) of books when they arrive so you know I'm not pulling your leg.

[tilallr1]

I prodded the printing company today. They said it prints on Monday, and it'll ship that Wednesday or Thursday.

Don't worry, I'll post some pics of the box(es?) of books when they arrive so you know I'm not pulling your leg.

Awesome! So excited!!!

[Lampy]

I look forward to reading it. Thanks for the update.

[bigb1986]

Any updates on shipping?

[mrmaczaps]

Any new news? :D

[Diorm]

Stop asking. Seriously. I'm sure he's super busy with his own life and the delivery service. Just wait for it.