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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 30/09/2026

Please note that all of these are volunteer positions and are not financially compensated at this point in time. Things will change once we achieve more funding. Apply here: forms.gle/ux5BSZmAgKNR...

ABOUT THE PROJECT
Thicker than Blood is a 2D/3D animated series currently in production, about werewolves and vampires set in an authoritarian empire.

The show is led by queer and neurodivergent characters drawn from real experiences.

OPEN POSITIONS:
- 3D Character Modeler
- 3D Environmental Modeler
- 3D Character Rigger
- Social Media Graphic Designer
- Animatic Editor
- 3D Animator
- 3D Animation Lead

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 30/09/2026

Are you into alternative gothic aesthetics? Do you love animation and art? Are you looking to help work on an indie animated project? We are looking for passionate artists who are trying to also break into the industry! Read more and apply below! ⬇️

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 21/09/2026

It's been almost a year since we last showed off this scene and a lot of progress has been made since then! If you want to help us bring our fully animated pilot to life, support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/c/Thickertha...

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/09/2026

Last month, we shared some music themed around our leading vampire, Vex! This month's playlist is all about our beloved werewolf, Clyde. Take a look on Spotify! 🐺🌘 open.spotify.com/playlist/3QL...

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 14/09/2026

All stories start with an idea... 📖 Have a tour through the many sketchbooks our director has gone through over the years, including plenty of concept sketches of what "Thicker Than Blood" has come to be!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 07/09/2026

Our director interviewed our amazing composer, Franco Grimoldi Calo, who does a deep dive on the world of music and how he makes his own! 🎶 To check out more of his work, click here: www.francogrimoldicalomusic.com

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 05/09/2026

We're hard at work designing the environment for "Thicker Than Blood"! Want to check out our latest progress report? Join our Patreon! www.patreon.com/c/Thickertha...

There's a table sign at a bar with blurred images and red bat wings on its sides. The sign is titled "Patreon Update!" Beside this table sign has text that reads "Check out our environment design on our Patreon!"

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 30/08/2026

Stronger Than the Whiskey is just a taste of the kinds of songs you'll find in Vex's character playlist! Check out the playlist on Spotify to get a feel for the kind of vampire Vex is! 🎶 open.spotify.com/playlist/4YI...

"Stronger Than Whiskey" by Poor Man's Poison, spotlight song
Vex's Character Playlist

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 22/08/2026

If you want to see the executioner and the many other members of the empire in action, follow us and support the production of our pilot! madbat.studio #indieanimation #indieseries #animatedseries #speedpaint #vampires #bats #werewolves #goth #gothic #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #lgbtq

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 22/08/2026

Beware the executioner! 🪓 The executioner is a central part of the oppressive empire that Thicker Than Blood takes place. He silences the many voices that wish to show their true selves.

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 22/07/2026

Love #rockyhorrorpictureshow and want to watch it again? Curious but never got around to seeing it? Bored and need something to do? Come up to the lab, and lay on the slab with other horrorheads! We hope to see you shiver with antici...PATION!!! discord.gg/jPdg7pcqt6

MOVIE NIGHT
WATCHING: ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Saturday, July 25th, 6 pm PST

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 18/07/2026

What is Thicker Than Blood? If you're interested in queer fantasy, watch our teaser and see what our talented team has worked on so far! #indieanimation #indieseries #indieanimatedseries #animation #animatedseries #vampires #bats #goth #gothic #gothcore #victoriangothic #whimsigoth #fantasy #lgbtq

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 14/07/2026

Hello! We are currently a small studio in pre-production, but here is some of the work we have so far! We also currently have 90% of our storyboards done for our 40min pilot!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 04/07/2026

Storyboard revisions are very important during the animation process, as it helps make the visuals more clean and readable. See how our storyboarders are making progress on one of our early scenes of the pilot!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 02/07/2026

We've been cooking up tons of art behind the scenes! Wanna see everything early? Join our Patreon for an exclusive look! www.patreon.com/c/Thickertha...

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 27/06/2026

🚫 We are #antiai! 🚫 Our goal here at STUDIO MADBAT is to share our passion of storytelling through visual mediums. AI cannot replace human passion and creativity. We as a studio believe that we do not need AI to make beautiful works of art for human eyes.

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 24/06/2026

With our world experiencing discrimination and bigotry now more than ever, "Thicker Than Blood" shines a light on these issues and emphasizes the challenges that minorities face. Learn more as our show creator discusses his own struggles and what his biggest motivators are working on his show! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 14/06/2026

Where does your Indie Animation take place?

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 13/06/2026

We hope that everyone is showing their pride this Pride Month! We know one character that is... Introducing the amazing fabulous Gagoobie! Straight from the capital center, you can find Gagoobie in all of his glory at the colosseum!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 06/06/2026

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Art! www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 30/05/2026

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream On-Together! www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 30/05/2026

We're hard at work bringing our 3D animated series to life! Vex and Clyde already have models and we're slowly bringing color to Clyde! Want to support us and our amazing staff and see what else we have in store? Join our Patreon and follow us on Twitch!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 23/05/2026

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Dispatch! www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

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Jazz Man Cartoon @jazzmancartoon.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Thank you @madbat.studio for the amazing collab. Dana and Brooks have never looked this spooky and cool 🍷✨ If you are interested in joining the art trade, please reach out to us

Brooks and Dana from the show Jazz Man, drawn as a vampire and werewolf respectively

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 17/05/2026

Introducing #indiearttrade! Where our characters get a taste of other indie animations' worlds! Here, Vex and Clyde are experiencing the magic of music in the world of @jazzmancartoon.bsky.social. Want to join the art trade trend with us? Feel free to contact us to learn more!

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 17/05/2026

Glad you enjoy! there will be much more to come :D

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/05/2026

Happy #IndieAnimationDay! My name is Sav and I'm the creator of Thicker Than Blood! Here's me along with sassy vampire Vex and our secluded werewolf Clyde from our pilot that is in the works. 🦇🐺

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/05/2026

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Dispatch! www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/05/2026

Our Patreon is open to any members who would like to support our series! We offer plenty of rewards which you can read more about below! bsky.app/profile/madb...

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/05/2026

Our series will feature a vampire and a werewolf as our main characters! bsky.app/profile/madb...

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 16/05/2026

We at Studio MADBAT are working on our indie animated series "Thicker Than Blood"! Learn more about our series through our short below! www.youtube.com/shorts/h_fSr...

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What makes thicker than blood special?

YouTube video by Studio Madbat

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 10/05/2026

Clyde is an autistic and isolated werewolf that has many PTSD and psychosis episodes throughout the series. Mixed with his neurodivergence, makes him unpredictable and odd to any outsiders. Since werewolf culture isn't known, he struggles with being misunderstood and isolated from others.

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 10/05/2026

Vex struggles with feeling unwanted and unloved. He often leans on alcohol to help sooth his mind, but in turn it often costs more than he bargains for. His mental health fluctuates throughout this series, showing his struggles with fear of abandonment and his neurodivergent mind.

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 10/05/2026

TTB has a large cast of neurodivergent characters. With neurodiversity, it can be easier to develop mental illness. We acknowledge the very real realities that come with these struggles. Our lead characters, Vex and Clyde, have to understand and grow with their mental health throughout our series. ⬇️

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 08/05/2026

STUDIOMADBAT is live on Twitch! Come hang out with us and watch us stream Cult of the Lamb! www.twitch.tv/studiomadbat

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Studio MADBAT @madbat.studio · 25/04/2026

What makes Thicker Than Blood special? Listen in on our director, @savsko.bsky.social, and his motivations for making this 2D/3D indie animated series! www.youtube.com/shorts/h_fSr...

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What makes thicker than blood special?

YouTube video by Studio Madbat

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