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EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 1H 2M

W. Frank Walk - Hellstones #1: Into the Fray

from The United States Department of Nerds Podcast · host USDN_Chairman

Ancient relics. Supernatural power. A thirteen-issue epic years in the making.In this episode of The USDN Podcast, The Chairman sits down with W. Frank Walk, creator of Hellstones, to discuss Hellstones #1: Into the Fray and the journey of building a long-form creator-owned comic series through Pigmacast Studio.From developing the mythology behind Hellstones to balancing the responsibilities of writer, creator, and colorist, Frank shares what it takes to produce an independent comic while building a world designed to tell a complete thirteen-issue story.The conversation also explores crowdfunding, earning long-term backer trust, comic book production, and the realities of independent publishing.Topics Covered• The creation of Hellstones• Expanding the world established in Hellstones #0• Writing, creating, and coloring an independent comic• Behind the scenes of comic book production• Building a planned thirteen-issue story• Crowdfunding and building backer trust• Independent publishing and creator-owned comics• The future of Pigmacast StudioLearn More🚀 Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pigmacast/hellstones-into-the-fray-a-supernatural-action-comic🌐 Pigmacast Studio:https://pigmacast.comFollow USDN🌐 https://linktr.ee/usdn_podcastBusiness Inquiries: 📧 [email protected] Your Collection with BCW SuppliesShop BCW Supplies:https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdnUse code USDN at checkout for 10% OFF your retail order.Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a small commission if you use our affiliate link or code. This helps support the show at no extra cost to you.The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life.#Hellstones #WFrankWalk #PigmacastStudio #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #CreatorOwned #ComicBooks #ComicCreators #Crowdfunding #USDNPodcast

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