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David Hedgecock’s new MISS MINA Kickstarter campaign draws superstar talent – Chuma Hill, Tony Harris and more
It's the season for Kickstartin'! There are some incredible comics projects currently being launched on the crowdfunding platform, vying for your hard-earned before the wallet-crunching reality of Christmas kicks in, one of which has caught our Editor-In-Chief Dan Berry's eye, being a San Diego lad and a fervent supporter of America's Finest City's own Fun Time Go! publishing house. Fun Time Go! - fun to say, as much fun to type, I've got a grin all over my face - taps into the perhaps-not-so-fun but equally thrilling gothic world of fantasy and vampires with new project, THE LEGEND OF THE GOLDEN JAGUAR, the latest instalment from founder David Hedgecock's MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS saga. The story not only continues and expands on Hedgecock's sprawling and ambitious universe, calling on some truly jaw-dropping talent on art duties - VAMPIRELLA's Xong Brothers flex their well-trained gothic muscles on lead art, while superstar artists Ludo Lullabi (TRANSFORMERS), Chuma Hill (ABSOLUTE CATWOMAN), and Tony Harris (EX_MACHINA) provide outstanding cover art - but even the new backup story from Jonathan Maberry and Omar Lozano promises to breathe additional and fresh life into the lore. So to speak. The campaign is live now and wraps up on Saturday, October 3rd - find out more about the project in the press release below and follow and support the Kickstarter, here... GOTHIC NIGHTMARES GET A MANGA MAYHEM MAKEOVER IN MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS The Xong Brothers, Jonathan Maberry, and Tony Harris Headline the Swashbuckling, Sexy Graphic Novella, Coming to Kickstarter from Fun Time Go! SAN DIEGO, CA, September 1, 2026 — At the dawn of the 19th century, Dracula has nearly conquered Europe and set his sights on the Americas… but the Vampire King meets his match in MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS: THE LEGEND OF THE GOLDEN JAGUAR, the newest deluxe oversized graphic novella from publisher Fun Time Go! Created and written by comic industry luminary David Hedgecock, this latest offering in the Kickstarter-exclusive MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS graphic novel line sees the fearless and sharp-tongued Mina Murray lead a ragtag troop of monsters in deadly contest against the Vampire King. Will they keep an ancient Amazonian power from falling into Dracula’s clutches? Mixing manga-influenced artwork, vibrant color, a dash of steampunk, and a bite of Hammer Films horror, MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS is now live for crowdfunding on Kickstarter. MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS: THE LEGEND OF THE GOLDEN JAGUAR features a superstar collection of creators, both within its pages and as contributors for the coveted Kickstarter rewards. The Xong Brothers (Vampirella) provide the gorgeous art on the lead story, while Osvaldo “Montos” Montpeller (Green Arrow) and David Garcia Cruz (Transformers) illustrate a back-up story. Also, bestselling author Jonathan Maberry (the Joe Ledger series, Rot and Ruin, V-Wars) contributes a backup prose story with spot illustrations by Omar Lozano (Rapunzel vs. Frankenstein). Among the crowdfunding rewards, backers will find: Five collectable cover options, including artwork by: THE XONG BROTHERS, LUDO LULLIBI (Transformers, Ghost Pepper), CHUMA HILL (Absolute Catwoman, Thundercats) and TONY HARRIS (Starman, Ex Machina) Books, pins, collector boxes, exclusive dustjackets, and metal prints Day One discounts for early backers Special discounts and rare items available through Fun Time Go!’s VIP program …and more! “We’ve been completely blown away by the positive reaction from fans for our version of these classic characters. Mina Murray and her ragtag band of misfit monstrosities battling the forces of Dracula to save the world seem to be what the people want. Who knew? Well, I guess we did. Huzzah!” says Hedgecock. “Drawing MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS gives a very balanced feel of fun and challenge,” say the Xong Brothers. “The story has everything any artist would love to work with: vampires, a big monster with a robotic arm, a beautiful and well-endowed leading lady, and a super-cute cat girl (with loads of action scenes and some emotional beats, as well)! Who can resist drawing all that?” “Writing about Hero of Alexandria in the world of MISS MINA is so much fun. Being an immortal character, it allows for different worldviews and personalities in different takes,” says Jonathan Maberry. In the new prose back-up tale, the character is “becoming colder, less physically human, and far more devious, and writing a powerful character who is in a moral gray area is a great challenge. That's a character who has a hell of a lot of stories yet to tell!” “This new MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS book is our finest one yet—a nonstop thrill ride from Page One that showcases some of the finest art of the Xong Brothers' career so far. Big action, big reveals, big... well, you know! There's never been a better time to dive in!” says Editor-in-Chief Chase Marotz. MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS reimagines familiar faces from classic horror and literature in a wildly alternate 19th century where the fantastic and the frightening are everyday realities. Debuting in 2024 with the subtitled THE LEGEND BEGINS and continuing the following year with THE LEGEND CONTINUES, the series frames its larger-than-life cast with lavish art, expressive character work, and kinetic action to give the MISS MINA world a wholly distinct visual identity. MISS MINA AND THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS: THE LEGEND OF THE GOLDEN JAGUAR is now live via Kickstarter at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/funtimego/miss-mina-and-the-midnight-guardians-legend-continues, with the campaign ending on October 2nd, 2026! About Fun Time Go! Fun Time Go!, Inc. was formed by 15+ year comic industry veteran, David Hedgecock, in 2024. The company is ably managed by Editor-in-Chief, Chase Marotz, and VP of Publishing, Murphey Luedke. With a focus on white-glove service for its fans, customers, and talent, FTG! has quickly become the secret darling of the comic book publishing and consulting business. Don’t tell anyone though, we’re already way too busy. Follow Fun Time Go! on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X. Making Fun Things for Fine Folks: www.funtimego.com
