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Friday, July 30, 2010

Did Taiwan ally with the Sino Union or was there a hostile takeover? Given the storied history between the two (even with warmer relations now), why would Taiwan want to help the beaten "Communist State?"

As China became more westernized it's relations with Taiwan improved vastly. Eventually the two nations negotiated a "separated but united" pact which was patterned after the relationship the United States has with Puerto Rico. And since the Sino Union was originally an economic alliance of Asian nations, naturally Taiwan remained a part of it when it was quickly converted into a military alliance. At this point Taiwan isn't so much concerned about what will become of the ousted PRC, but rather fears what a Jade ruled China will mean for them. Kao-Shen is an ultra-nationalist who see himself as a great conqueror. A Jade ruled China would inevitably lead to an invasion of Taiwan.

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In Titanium Rain vol 2 will we be seeing another "Embedded" segment? And more of the undercover agent?

YES! Both "Project Duplicity" and "Embedded" will continue in Vol. 2, along with a new story about a gunrunner operating in Tibet. Also, the journalist character in "Embedded" will appear in the main story of Titanium Rain vol. 2. In the first part of the book he arrives at Mamoru Airbase to embed with Phoenix Squadron. Why? Well, let's just say he's got deeper motives for being there.

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Both you and Kat do a fantastic job on the art. Who does what part of the art?

Hmmm...this could quickly become a VERY long answer. But for now the easy explanation is that Kat does all the "traditional" art --the pencils, crosshatching, flatting. I do all the digital stuff --the digital painting, most of the backgrounds, all the 3D design. I also do all of the graphic design for the book.

-Josh

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Tuesday, July 20, 2010

UPDATED signing schedule for San Diego Comic Con

The signing schedule for Titanium Rain at the Archaia Booth #2635 has been changed!

Wednesday 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Table 1
Thursday 9:00am - 11:00am at Table 4
Friday 1:00pm - 2:00pm at Table 4
2:00pm - 3:00pm at the Featured Table
Saturday 4:30pm - 6:00pm at Table 4
Sunday 3:30pm - 5:00pm at the Featured Table

And don't forget to catch us at the Archaia All Access Panel on Friday in Room 9 from 6:30 - 7:30pm.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

San Diego Comic Con 2010 Signing Schedual for Titanium Rain

The following is the schedule of times Josh Finney and Kat Rocha will be at the Archaia Entertainment Booth #2635 at the San Diego Comic Con this year.

Wednesday 5:30pm - 7:30pm at the Featured Table
Thursday 9:00am - 11:00am at Table 4
Friday 10:30am - Noon at Table 4
Saturday 4:30pm - 6:00pm at Table 4
Sunday 3:30pm - 5:00pm at Table 1

And don't forget to catch us at the Archaia All Access Panel on Friday in Room 9 from 6:30 - 7:30pm.

-Kat

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

San Diego Comic Con News and Schedule

It's that time of year once again. Yes, it's time for the San Diego Comic Con and the creators of Titanium Rain will be there in force again. Yes four (or five) awesome days of comics, toys, games and fun. If you are attending this year and would like to see the creators of Titanium Rain (and get a sneak peak at Vol. 2) there are First off, you will be able to see them every day of the convention at the Archaia Entertainment booth #2635 for their daily signings. The Archaia booth is located in between the Marvel Comics and Image booths. Signing schedule will be posted at the convention.

As well, we will be participating in the Archaia All Access Panel on Friday July 23rd in Room 9 of the convention center. We'll be there with the creators of The God Machine, Starkweather Immortal, The Awakening, Hybrid Bastards, and more!
So come by the booth, see us at the panel, get your book signed, and have next week at the San Diego Comic Con!

Graphic Policy gives Titanium Rain a 9.75

Brett Schenker of Graphic Policy.com recently gave Titanium Rain a rating of 9.75 out of 10 and a killer review. Saying that "It’s just brilliant and executed flawlessly" and "This is the perfect summer read and a must buy." You can read the rest of the review at http://graphicpolicy.com/2010/07/09/review-titanium-rain/

Friday, July 2, 2010

Geeky Talky Interview

This last Saturday, June 26th saw Titanium Rain and our friend Jules Rivera of Marsh Rocket at the Rising Sun Creations Comic Store for an all day signing. While we were there, Cammy from Cammy's Comic Corner Podcast showed up and conducted a live interview.
We talk about the serious issues like Furies and The Human Centipede. Things that really matter. ;) So tune in, kick back, and have some fun listening to Episode 13 of Geeky Talky.