(Ep: 101) Cats, Ninjas & Demons: The Weird Mix Behind Kuro Shouri

In this episode I talk with Vermont-based comic artist Kristin Laflin (aka Kikirini), diving into her 20-year labor of love: Kuro Shouri. Kristin shares how this manga-inspired action/fantasy series evolved—from early webcomic pages to a growing digital presence on Webtoons and her own site. We discuss her creative process, character design, working with collaborator Dylan Archbold, and staying committed over decades to tell the story of Yasha, Hisaki, and the demon‑hunting ninja clans. Plus, she shares how gaming, cats, and 90s anime shaped her vision. Get ready for a fun, heartfelt look at long-term artistry in comics. #KristinLaflin #KuroShouri #Webcomic #MangaInspiration #ActionFantasy #VermontArtist #Kikirini #ComicCreator #Webtoons #LongTermProject #AnimeInspired #StorycomicPresents #IndieComics #comicart    Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at [email protected]   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!