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Yuppers. The maps are back.
Sounding like a broken record I'm sure but still no Lini back in it? No plans for Lini, unfortunately. Fingers crossed for future stories.
Hey Gang, The new comic series has finally been announced and you can get a first look at the artwork and read about the story and exclusive game content right here: and here:
There will be more information on contests, game material, and demo play sessions for the Pathfinder Society built around the comic launch soon! Thanks for your support. All of us on the team are excited to bring you more Pathfinder stories.
I know many of you on here are buying the comics physically through your Paizo subscription, but if any of you want to buy digitally or just want to sample the comic, comiXology is running a sale with most of the issues running for only 99 cents each. Check it out:
Hey Steve, The comic is coming back with a 3rd story arc called Pathfinder: City of Secrets that starts in March. Once you see the art and extras being included with the new comic I think you'll all be very pleased.
Bleeding Cool and Arvid Nelson reveal the secret behind my motivation to hit work deadlines along with an exclusive preview of Pathfinder #12, which wraps up the second story arc:
I do quite a bit of research while working on the scripts to make sure little details like that are included. On top of that, the Paizo editorial team approves each issue just like they do for the RPG sourcebooks and novels, so they make sure it's canon throughout.
Thanks for the vote of confidence, gang! Everyone on the team works hard to deliver a top notch comic. I'm proud to show two female characters like Merisiel and Kyra in a healthy relationship together. They're great characters rich with personality wearing outfits that exemplify their skills/role instead of being geared first and foremost towards 'sexiness'. I hope you give the Special a read and enjoy it. Feel free to let me know what you think of it here in this thread or via Twitter (@jimzub).
Wait, so they went from fighting a black dragon to having a hard time against dire rats? They're trapped in Ravenswatch prison. They were ambushed last issue and are now wounded, tired, and down to their last spells. The dire rats are a small threat at the start of this issue, not the 'main event'. These are just preview pages of the start, after all. While trekking through an adventure I assume your adventuring group would fight threats both big and small. Just because the iconics fought a young black dragon one time doesn't mean they'll never fight anything less than that ever again. :P
Do they have adventure material in the comics? I heard somewhere that they do. It would be really neat to use these for fleshing out a whole Beginner Box mini-campaign! Yup! Each issue has adventure/NPC material in addition to the 22 page comic story.
Writer's Commentary on Pathfinder #10 is posted up on Comic Vine: http://www.comicvine.com/articles/writer-commentary-jim-zub-on-pathfinder-1 0/1100-147456/
Hey Gang, I wanted to post a link to my blog where I've got a few teasers of upcoming art for Pathfinder #9-12 and the Pathfinder Special: Upcoming Pathfinder Comic Art Teasers Pathfinder #19 will be in comic shops October 9th! All of us on the team are excited about the issues in the pipeline and can't wait for all of you to read them.
In issue #7 on page 10 Harsk finds a dark tooth and calls it a "black fang" while describing it. Ezren uses that term as a nickname for the dragon and it sticks. In the Pathfinder Beginner Box (which is inspiration for this story arc of the comic) it actually says the following: "Although no one has seen the killer directly, a long black fang was found in one of the animal corpses, prompting the locals to sub the unseen killer 'Black Fang.'" Which is what happens in the comic. Ezren is just using the nickname they came up with (which is also why that name is in quotes). The actual dragon doesn't call itself Black Fang. All clear?
The first Pathfinder collection, Dark Waters Rising, and Pathfinder #7 have both arrivef in comic shops across North America this week. Comic Book Resources has a 5 page preview of issue #7 with art by Jake Bilbao. If you had a chance to read Volume 1 or our latest issue, please let us know here what you thought of it.
Yeah I had the same problem seems they are out of order or something. Yes, the digital version has pages brutally out of order. I've contacted comiXology to get it fixed. Some time next week you should be able to re-download it and it will be fixed.
I have no idea where your store would have heard this. Paizo and Dynamite have never said anything other than that they're keeping it going.
When you say "final installment", does that mean that this is it? No more comics? They just mean the final installment of free samples from the first issue that they've been posting for free here on the Paizo blog. Issue #6 arrives in comic shops April 17th and the series continues with our second story arc this Spring.
Well then you're in luck. Here's the Amazon listing for 35% off if you pre-order: Pathfinder: Dark Waters Rising
I've not heard or seen anything from either Paizo, Dynamite, or Jim Zub about it being cancelled. Jim Zub here. The comic is most definitely not cancelled. We're plugging away on material for new issues and there will probably be a few 'Specials' coming in addition to the regular series. Lots of great Pathfinder comics still to come for 2013. Our second story arc is called 'Of Tooth and Claw' and, although in ties into events from the first arc, it's also a solid place for readers to get on board if they haven't already. The art on this second arc is being drawn by Jake Bilbao and you can check out the sample pages he drew to get the gig right here:
We hope you'll stick around and see what adventures we have in store.
I appreciate your honest feedback. As mentioned here and elsewhere, the artist on the series is changing for our second story arc. Jake Bilbao (the artist from the flashbacks in issue #5) is coming on board with issue #7. You can see his test pages here: Andrew's art wasn't to everyone's taste but I do think he brought a strong comic sensibility to the world. I'm sorry it didn't work for you. In terms of Valeros- Keep in mind this first story is early in the group's adventuring career. We wanted to present them as flawed and in need of growth/improvement. Valeros is heroic, but obviously still quite rough and far from the person he will become over time. The Valeros who apologizes to Kyra in the first issue and tells her he'll try to be more worthy the next time they meet is the kind of hero he wants to be, he's just not able to consistently be that, yet. :)
in future story arcs are you going to "play" with other iconics, or use the same "main" cast throughout with "special guest star(s)" peppered in here and there? Paizo has asked me to stick with the 6 iconics we have in the party for now so we can develop their personalities and histories more fully, but I'd like to include more of the other iconics later on, as guest stars or as regular cast members, as the series continues. Fingers crossed.
I really enjoyed the story of the comics, I found the characterization and flow really well put together. Unfortunately, I was never able to get past the art, there is nothing wrong with the art per-say, it is well executed, and a novel style, but it isn't in the style of Pathfinder products. I'm sorry to hear that Andrew's art didn't strike a chord with you. The second story arc has a new artist on board and you can see some samples of his page art on his art page here: http://jakebilbao.deviantart.com/gallery/I hope you like what you see there and are willing to give the series a chance with the second story arc starting with issue #7+.
That's correct. I'm continuing as writer of the Pathfinder comic. The line artist for our second story arc, called 'Of Tooth & Claw', will be Jake Bilbao. Ross A. Campbell is staying on as our colorist.
I've just put up a blog post with some more of my thoughts on issue #5 discussing the inclusive Pathfinder game setting. Please give it a read and share:
Hey Gang, Thanks for the enthusiastic response to Pathfinder #5! I've just put up a blog post with some more of my thoughts on the issue and the inclusive Pathfinder game setting. Please give it a read and share:
Pathfinder #5 arrives in comic shops Wednesday February 13th. Comic Book Resources has a preview you can check out: http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=preview&id=15195 Let us know what you think of the latest issue!
Hey gang, Jim Zub here. I'm the writer of the official Pathfinder comic being published by Dynamite and Paizo. Since the comic series follows the story of 6 Pathfinder iconics (Valeros, Seoni, Merisiel, Ezren, Kyra and Harsk) quite a few people have asked me if I'll be revealing/dealing with any homosexual relationships in the story and, I'm happy to say, yes! When Paizo approached me about writing the series they asked me if, in addition to showing action-adventure elements, if I could include relationship drama and I was eager to make it a part of the series. Pathfinder fans have seen these characters for years on the RPG products but never had a sense of their back story or full personality. It's been an absolute blast working on that as the series progresses. In issue #5 of the comic series (arriving Feb/March) there's a brief aside showing that at least one of the iconics is homosexual and, in our second story arc (issues #7-12), that character's relationship will be part of a subplot running through the arc. If you haven't had a chance to check out the comic series yet, I suggest you give it a whirl. Along with 22 pages of comic story each issue has new gaming content and a fold-out mini battle map, making it well worth the cover price. Feel free to drop me a line here or on Twitter if you have any questions/comments.
Any idea what characters are in the bonus comic? The bonus comic is all about a goblin but the main iconic party of six show up as well.
Pathfinder #4 arrives on Wednesday this week and Comic Book Resources has an exclusive 5 page preview. Check it out: Pathfinder #4 Preview:
If you get a chance to pick up the issue, please let us know what you think of it!
Dynamite already has issue #5 in their online shop as if 4 was in our hands. I can't help but feel they're putting as much effort into getting the product out as IDW did when they sabotaged the Fells FIve comic. It's like the comic industry refuses to give anything but lip service to tabletop RPGS. Hey Gang, As far as I know the delays on the Pathfinder comic have come up around art production, not any kind of 'sabotage' or lack of desire from Dynamite. I know it's frustrating to not have regular delivery on the issues, but having rushed or inconsistent art would cause even more problems down the road when new readers come across those issues and judge the series as a whole by them. I'm staying ahead on writing to make sure Dynamite has a proper buffer of material to work with and can schedule appropriately. The first 'adventure' wraps up in issue #6 and I'm plugging away on the second story arc already with issues #7+, so know that the Pathfinder comic series will be continuing in 2013. Thank you for your support! Jim
Hi Jim, I was a huge Skillkickers fan before I even heard of the Pathfinder RPG. I think you've done a great job so far on the Pathfinder series. I love the way you've brought the iconics to life. Big fan of Valeros and Merisiel (please put them on more covers). Waiting eagerly for #3! (And waiting even more eagerly for Skullkickers Vol. 4!!!) Thanks so much for the praise and kind words about both Skullkickers and Pathfinder. It's been a really exciting year being able to work on both comics at the same time. I'm pumped to see how things go as we head into 2013. I write some cover suggestions but I'm not in control of who is put on the Pathfinder covers, but I'll be sure to let the Dynamite gang know. :)
Over on Comic Book resources they've posted a 5 page preview of Pathfinder #3: Click on through and check it out. If you get a chance to read the full issue (in stores Wednesday Novembet 7th), please let me know what you think of it. all of us on the creative team are pumped for its release.
Shouldn't that say "chalk it up" instead of "chock it up"? That was a mistake on my part when I wrote the script and it surprisingly sailed past multiple levels of editorial. It'll be fixed if we do a reprint or collection down the road.
Glad you enjoyed the first issue overall. That was a mistake on my part when I wrote the script and it surprisingly sailed past multiple levels of editorial. It'll be fixed if we do a reprint or collection down the road.
No worries. I wanted to make sure you knew we're on top of things. I'm a lifelong tabletop gamer and having the chance to work on this series is a real thrill for me. We're determined to do it right. :)
My only gripe - What spell did Seoni cast in the tavern? Because it sure didn't seem to match up with anything on her character write-up. And no, I don't care that it's a comic book. If it's going to be based on a RPG, it better adhere to the rules/laws of that universe. With 3 casters in the party, they can't fall into the usual (lazy) comic-book-magic trope of "he/she can cast whatever the plot dictates". I'm glad you enjoyed issue #1 and hope it keeps hitting the mark for you as the series continues. Seoni cast the 0-level spell Daze on the brute in the tavern so he took no actions against her. I'm writing to the stats and the Paizo gang are double-checking things as well to make sure it's do-able within the confines of the rules. :)
Pathfinder #2 arrives in comic shops today! You can check out an extended preview of the issue over HERE on Bleeding Cool. If you don't live near a comic shop or if you just prefer your content digitally, you can snag the issue online at ComiXology later today, but it won't have the spiffy fold-in mini-battle map, which is a nice bonus with the printed version. Let me know what you think of it! Jim
I've been posting some comic writing tutorials on my blog and thought I'd repost the links here in case any of you were interested in a behind-the-scenes look on my writing process: Part 1: Brainstorming
This isn't any kind of absolute-must-follow method, just the way I work and a few tips. If you found these posts helpful, feel free to let me know here (or on Twitter) and share the posts with your friends. Let me know if you have any questions or comments about these or the first issue of Pathfinder! Zub
Thanks for the kind words about Pathfinder #1. Everyone on the team worked really hard to deliver our best. From what I've been told, Pathfinder #2 will be in comic stores Wednesday October 3rd.
Liking the preview, especially Merisiel about to arm-wrestle with Ameiko. Intrigued to see how you'll bring Kyra into the fold. I think you'll like her introduction. It's my favorite scene in the first issue. It is interesting to see their interactions and how Mer and Ez don't seem to get along to well. Unless it is just their way of "playing" They're not really playing. I didn't want all the characters to be a perfect group of friends right off the bat. Personality differences and these kinds of little frictions help build interesting character moments.
I can see where you're picking up on some of those visual elements, but believe me when I say that Andrew's work has more depth and consistency than the stuff you're referencing. Read through the entire first issue and I think you'll start to warm to it by the end. The quiet scenes 3/4 through the first issue show a subtlety you probably aren't expecting. I'd much prefer a dynamic and interesting art style to bland/generic or overly photo-referenced comic art that looks like dead mannequins standing around. Andrew's work is developing and I think he's getting stronger with each issue.
Thanks for the praise! I hope the first issue hits the spot for you. Balancing six characters, the plot and the world with 22 pages per issue is a really fun challenge for me.
Four boxes of Pathfinder #1 comics arrived on my doorstep this afternoon! 22 pages of comic story, 12 pages of RPG rules and background material plus a pull-out battle map, all for only $3.99! The comic printed really well. Andrew’s line art comes through really clearly, as does Ross’ lush coloring. The battle map isn’t stuck into the issue in any way – it’s folded between the staples so you can remove it without damaging your comic, which was a nice surprise. Pathfinder #1 will be sold in better comic and gaming shops starting August 15th, just in time for Gen Con, North America’s biggest gaming convention!
Comic Book Resources just posted up an 8 page preview of the first issue. Check it out:
Our first online review from a site called Sci-Fi Pulse:
"The dialogue in this book is pretty sharp and fun at times. And the action is thick and fast."
The Know Direction interview I recorded is now up! Check it out:
It's the most extensive info released so far about the comic series and my plans for it. Please listen and let me know what you think!
Before that Know Direction podcast goes up, Erik Mona and I were guests a couple weeks ago on Earth's Mightiest Podcast, an audio program normally focused on the Avengers, but this time they step into tabletop RPGs, Pathfinder and Skullkickers in a big way. The podcast is long and our interview doesn't start until the 37 minute mark of the program, but we cover a lot of different subjects once it gets going and there's some really good stuff in there. Here's a quick run through of major sections so you can focus on a particular part or two that interests you: 0:37:12 - Interview start; chatting about tabletop RPGs
Aaggh! Merisiel's whites of the eyes again!! (Golarion's elves don't have those). I think if you saw a larger image of that cover you'd see that it's actually just a 'hotspot' reflection/highlight on her dark eyes, not actual whites of the eye.I could be wrong, but that's how it looks to me when I'm checking out the large versions. If not then I'm sure the Paizo gang will ask for it to be tweaked before print. After looking at the newest batch of art on these recent links, I'm actually even more bummed out because the art clearly has a distinct anime style that is just not for me. I'm hoping Andrew's artwork will grow on you. As each issue progresses I think he's gaining more confidence with drawing the characters and their expressions. Those preview pages are the most 'anime' of any I've seen (and I wouldn't even classify them as 'anime' per se) though I do understand how it might not work for everyone. Also I plan on ripping that Sandpoint sign panel and the overhead shot for next time I run Runelords. It just occurred to me that the sign makes for a great opportunity to kick off character creation or descriptions in-game. Present my players with a mirror and ask: "What do you see?" When I read details about Sandpoint, that mirror sign jumped out at me as a neat feature we could use as they enter the city. It gives extra character to the town. Although we start of in familiar territory, the group will be exploring other spots that haven't been as well defined before and, especially after the first story arc, they'll be moving on to new/exotic places. Fun times ahead. Last night I recorded an extensive podcast interview with Know Direction - a Pathfinder Podcast. The audio won't be going up until later this month but when it does I'll remind you all to check it out. It's the most in-depth conversation I've had so far about the comic outside of discussions with Paizo and I think we covered a lot of good ground in our chat.
Two more interviews are now up! Over on Newsarama they have exclusive new preview artwork, both interior pages and covers. At Maximum Pixelation I chat about my gaming youth and the type of content in the Pathfinder comic.
I think it's a mixture of cost and hassle. The show is great, but it's incredibly expensive to set up at, especially when it's a full blown booth. I have been attending with the UDON studio for years and between travel, hotel, food, shipping product and other booth costs it can run into tens of thousands of dollars.
I'm assuming that you'll be at SDCC. What booth would I be able to find you at? I imagine you'll be at the Image booth, but will Dynamite have you over at their booth and will they be hyping the Pathfinder book there? Unfortunately Dynamite won't have a booth at San Diego this year. They decided to focus on small-mid size shows rather than competing with the insanity that is SDCC. I will be there, set up at the Image Booth with my own table, selling Skullkickers books and posters. I hope to meet you there!
A bunch of new interviews have gone up about the Pathfinder comic series. Quite a few have shared introduction information, but there are some new aspects revealed as well: Comic Book Resources Interview
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