Chapter 17 | Page 2a: Heroes Eat Local (And Regret It)

Kickstarter update

They’re here — the brand-new Evil Inc After Dark books have officially arrived, and they look absolutely fantastic. Crisp printing, dazzling spot gloss, gorgeous color, beautiful paper… everything came together better than I could have hoped. There’s nothing quite like opening a box of fresh EiAD books and seeing months of spicy, silly, and gloriously unhinged work bound into something real.

A huge thank-you to everyone who supported this run — your encouragement (and your impeccable taste in filth) made this possible.

So what’s next?

  • Fulfillment begins shortly. I’ll be prepping shipments and organizing inventory so these beauties can start making their way into your hands.

  • Backers will receive their remaining download codes through BackerKit, including the digital versions and add-on eComics.

  • And once the dust settles, I’ll be diving into planning the next EiAD release — because this universe keeps growing, and I’ve already got ideas simmering.

Holding a finished book is always a little surreal — a reminder of why I love making these stories, and why your support means the world. I can’t wait for you to crack these open and enjoy them.

Transcript

Captain Heroic: Do I hafta do this??

Yazmine: Since taking over as Justice Ltd’s Director of Public Engagement, I'm showing the world what you heroes have to offer.

Captain Heroic: Tell me about it. I saw yesterday’s video of Phenomenal Lass stopping for breakfast during patrol.

Yazmine: That post went viral!

Captain Heroic: Do you really think #MorningMouthful was popular because of your marketing?!

Phenomenal Lass (in a crash cut scene. She’s standing in front of a street vendor, eating a sausage sandwich): Oopsie! Too much mayo!

Captain Heroic: I would hope today’s video will have a little more dignity than that.

Yazmine (begins recording Cap on her phone’s video camera): Fine.

Yazmine: Let’s focus on #HeroesEatLocal. Tell me again about your favorite waitress who works here. The one that reminds you of your mother.

Hailey (leans into the shot and throws her arms around Cap): Welcome back to Ralph’s Diner, Cap! We missed you! Are you having your “usual?”

Captain Heroic (to Yazmine): What… are you doing?

Yazmine: Trying to find a dignified hashtag for “Mommy Issues.”

Spice Rack Comics

SPICE RACK COMICS LAUNCHES TO BOOST NSFW COMICS CREATORS THROUGH COLLABORATION AND CROSS-PROMOTION

[December 2, 2024] – In a groundbreaking effort to support NSFW comics creators navigating the challenges of adult content publishing, veteran cartoonist Brad Guigar has announced the launch of Spice Rack Comics—a banner exchange webring designed to foster cross-promotion among some of the top talents in the genre.

Spice Rack Comics unites creators specializing in adult comics under a shared mission: to amplify one another’s work and overcome the unique barriers of censorship, content moderation, and discoverability plaguing NSFW content.

Participating titles include:

A Collective Solution to Industry Challenges

In addition to traditional banner exchanges, Spice Rack Comics creators will leverage social media, public appearances, and other opportunities to promote the group. This unique combination of digital and real-world promotion aims to help creators thrive in a field that often marginalizes adult content.

“Publishing NSFW comics is an uphill battle,” says Brad Guigar, founder of Spice Rack Comics and creator of Evil Inc After Dark. “Platforms crackdown on adult content, advertisers are squeamish, and creators face roadblocks that others in comics simply don’t. Spice Rack Comics is here to change that by working together to lift each other up.”

A Showcase of Talent

The alliance brings together a wide variety of styles and storytelling approaches, from the fantasy-laden escapades of The Cummoner to the spy-thriller antics of Spying with Lana, to the queer-focused erotica of Filthy Figments. Together, these creators represent some of the most dynamic voices in adult comics.

“With this network, we’re creating a space where adult comics aren’t just tolerated—they’re celebrated,” says Guigar. “We want to help readers discover the breadth of incredible work in this genre.”

Collaboration from the Very Start

The spirit of collaboration that defines Spice Rack Comics was evident in the collective effort it took to bring this initiative to life. Tom Roberts spearheaded the construction of the Spice Rack Comics website, while Garth Graham designed the logo and contributed significantly to the site’s visual identity. Nero Villagallos O’Reilly provided additional website enhancements. Jaycee Knight coordinated the project, keeping the team organized and on schedule, and Matt Sowers developed a custom dashboard and the backend code that powers the webring’s functionality. Together, their contributions reflect the shared commitment to building a platform that supports the success of NSFW comics creators.

About Spice Rack Comics

Spice Rack Comics is a webring dedicated to promoting NSFW comic creators through collaboration, cross-promotion, and advocacy. By amplifying the voices of its members and providing mutual support, the community strives to push the boundaries of what adult comics can achieve. For more information and to explore the works of the creators involved, visit SpiceRackComics.com.