Fans of the beloved Disney series Gargoyles have achieved a crowdfunding milestone on Kickstarter by fully funding a project to reissue the original comics, which have been unavailable for more than ten years. Surpassing its initial $50,000 goal, the Kickstarter has amassed over $226,000 in support, enabling backers to select from various formats of the graphic novel collections. Notably, volumes two and three of the revamped Gargoyles comics feature writing by Greg Weisman, the series' creator, providing fans with a chance to delve into his distinctive vision for the characters through this comic adaptation.
Dynamite Comics has successfully funded reprints of three Gargoyles comic series, including previously unreleased works by the creator of the animated show.
A Kickstarter campaign initiated by Dynamite Comics to reprint Disney's earlier Gargoyles comics achieved its funding goal within a single day of launch. As the current publisher of an ongoing title in the franchise, the campaign quickly garnered support, reflecting the enduring popularity of the series and the demand for reissued editions.
Gargoyles, created by Greg Weisman as part of Disney's 1990s animated lineup, originally aired from 1994 to 1997 under Walt Disney Television Animation. It quickly became a fan favorite and is currently slated for a reboot. Since its original airing, the series has inspired several comic adaptations and continuations.
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Original Gargoyles comics are making a comeback after nearly three decades, timed with the franchise's 30th anniversary. Thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign, Dynamite Comics will publish remastered graphic novel collections comprising three volumes. Fans can choose from trade paperbacks, hardcovers, or signed special editions, with the campaign surpassing its initial $50,000 goal to raise over $226,000 by January 19. Various rewards, including art prints and limited edition covers, are available to supporters.
The first volume includes issues #1-11 (1995) originally published by Marvel Comics, while the second volume features the eight-issue series from 2007 by SLG Comics under its Amaze Ink imprint. The third volume collects Gargoyles: Bad Guys, also published by SLG in 2007, continuing the storyline from previous series. All these comics have been out of print for more than a decade, making their return a highly anticipated event among fans.
This Kickstarter campaign marks a significant achievement for Dynamite Entertainment, particularly volumes two and three, which feature comics written by Greg Weisman. These comics extend the Gargoyles storyline beyond its original television run, offering fans a chance to experience Weisman's continued vision for the characters.
Expected to be delivered by July 2024, the Kickstarter rewards are part of Dynamite Comics' efforts to revive interest in the beloved Disney cult classic, offering fans a chance to delve back into Greg Weisman's canonical vision for the Gargoyles universe.