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IronSpike

Chicago, IL

I'm Spike. I was born in DC, grew up in MD, and live in IL. I draw all day. Likes: Squid-based snacks, video games, buskers, jump blues, hairless dogs, balls-to-the-wall indie anything, and NPR. Dislikes: Marzipan, particle board, and licensed p... view more

  1. on January 18
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #21

    Does this count as teasing?

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        Kristen Levine on January 18

        Spike, you merciless tease!

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        Alex Humphrey on January 21

        Awesome!!!!!!!!!

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        Paul on January 28

        excitement!


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  2. on January 8
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    Jeff: Nope! I'm pleased to report funding won't be a problem at all, since we so completely overshot our goal.
  3. on January 7
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #20

    These pages are worth the cover price alone.

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        IronSpike on January 8

        Jeff: Nope! I'm pleased to report funding won't be a problem at all, since we so completely overshot our goal.

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        Tom Zych on January 8

        Hmm, well, there's some justice to what both Penny and Mil are saying in the last panel. It's certainly harder to find good work without a degree; but it can be done. Having *some* college education helps, I think. These days I'm working as an editor/proofreader at an engineering company, which is very suited to my strengths; but it took an awfully long time to find that job, in an office that wasn't too noisy for me (I have auditory processing and concentration issues).

        I'm delighted to see that Poorcraft is addressing education, as I've been thinking seriously about returning to college for the last year or so. Now if I could only settle on what I want to study... :)

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        JT Wilkins on January 9

        And never ever listen to Matthew Lesko


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  4. on October 28
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #19

    Nerd Fun vs. Real People Fun.

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        David Schwartz on October 28

        Ah lovely and wonderful to see you guys plugging along.

        Not to cause problems but under the entertainment section you could add seeing plays by volunteering to be an usher. In Chicago the Saints provide this service for many of the medium to large theatres and gladly accept volunteers to come one night and usher for the chance to see the show. Seats are set aside for these people. Many other theatres that don't use the Saints have a similar arrangement internally. Back in school and after several of my friends used this as a way to see shows around the city and found it worthwhile.

        So that's my 2 cents, keep up the good work.

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        Daniel Longwing on October 28

        Lateness? Are you kidding? If the previews are any evidence, then this is some of the best money I've spent on the internet.


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  5. on September 20
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    ZOMBIES, RUN! Running game & audio adventure for iOS/Android by Six to Start and Naomi Alderman

    Rebuild civilization after a zombie apocalypse by running in the real world, with story and gameplay coming through your headphones

    • 581% funded $72,627 pledged
    • 3,464 backers
    • Funded Oct 10, 2011
  6. on August 31
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #18

    Poorcraft Update: Five new pages, and what to do if your address has changed!

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        JT Wilkins on August 31

        Damn, Healthcare is brutal, I have a PPO from my job

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        Rebecca Harris on August 31

        Great! When you do transportation, don't forget carpooling. It's a great way to save money. There are lots of for-profit and not-for-profit groups out there helping to lower the barrier to participation and raise the benefits of carpooling until it becomes a no-brainer.

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        EatBooks on September 17

        Man, this book is going to be fantastic.


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  7. on June 27, 2011
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #17

    Not much longer now: A seven page preview, with two more cameos!

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        Chelsea Tabor on July 10, 2011

        Looks excellent. Think ill point out on the third panel on the second page it looks like it says "smooth lives" and i wonder if it's supposed to say "smooth lines"

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        Bex Sentance on July 14, 2011

        This book is amazing! :D I never knew half that stuff about hangers and general care of clothing, not to mention how to patch a hole or sew a hem X3 I am already planning to buy this book as a present for several friends of mine...

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        Leilani Delmore on July 18, 2011

        I'm so looking forward to this book! I love the previews - it keeps me in anticipation. I'm planning on buying more once it's available to give to friends.


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  8. on April 19, 2011
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #16

    Big update coming soon!

    Hi, everyone! Sorry I haven't been in touch. But until I can post some more infor later tonight, I'll give you guys the run-down.

    One hundred pages of Poorcraft are currently completed. This means the book is now, not counting the cover, five-sixths done. Diana is doing a great job.

    Copies of Poorcraft WILL definitely be available to people who missed out on the pre-orders! More on that later.

    And, finally, if you have moved or otherwise changed address since completion of the pre-order project, We'll be taking care of that when the finished books arrive.

    ETA until copies in hand? Oh, I'd give it two months, maybe three.

    We're almost there. :D Thanks for understanding, everyone!

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        Coldfireserge on April 26, 2011

        Very cool! I can't wait until the books are in my happy, little hands

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        Julia Deak on April 27, 2011

        This is a really important work you are creating, given the current political climate. 98% of the country is poorer than ever before, while CEOs rake it in and send our $$ overseas. I hope you can get some media coverage of the book when it is released!

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        Stacie on May 3, 2011

        ooh, did I miss the big update?


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  9. on January 10, 2011
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    Sorry, it was part of the $250-and-up pledge packages during the original Kickstart! The window for buying cameos is closed. :C
  10. on January 10, 2011
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    IronSpike
    Posted project update #15

    Did you buy a cameo in Poorcraft? This is kinda what it'll look like!

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        David Schwartz on January 10, 2011

        How much is a cameo for those of us who want 5 min of fame?

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        IronSpike on January 10, 2011

        Sorry, it was part of the $250-and-up pledge packages during the original Kickstart! The window for buying cameos is closed. :C


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