Why Sci-Fi Readers Are Hooked With This Indie Comic Series

Why Sci-Fi Readers Are Hooked With This Indie Comic Series

Calling All Fans Of Classic Sci-fi Adventure!

When the fate of the galaxy is on the line, how do you decide who lives and who dies?

Early inspired by the visual brilliance of Hanna-Barbera’s Space Ghost and Jonny Quest, as well as the expansive storytelling of Star Trek, Nexus is returning with its latest 2024 graphic novel edition of Volume 2, The Battle for Thuneworld!

In the aftermath of narrowly defeating the monstrous Gourmando, Horatio Hellpop, the last defender known as Nexus, leads the reconstruction of his devastated planet Ylum. However, challenges arise from a missing friend, a skeptical Earth journalist, and a mysterious crash landing on Ylum. As Nexus delves deeper, a rescue mission leads him and a recovered friend back to Thune to confront the true villain behind the planet's suffering.

The series concludes with a thrilling climax as Nexus faces off against this monstrous being.  Steve Rude revives Nexus in a new comic strip format, as he takes on the roles of writer, penciller, letterer, inker, and cover artist.

"Thuneworld is my first official outing as a solo writer/ artist.  Most of you know that I’ve been drawing comics since 1980, but writing is still new to me. So having been known far more as artist than writer, this new venture into the unknown really had to count." -Steve Rude

What Makes Nexus So Special?

Inspired by classic sci-fi cartoons and adventure series, Nexus brings together:

  • The visual brilliance of Hanna-Barbera’s Space Ghost and Jonny Quest
  • Futuristic storytelling reminiscent of Star Trek
  • Balances nostalgia with a fresh, modern twist, immersing you in a rich sci-fi universe
  • Features bold inking and coloring that gives every panel a sense of energy and movement
  • Combines fluid, dynamic action sequences with intricate character designs
Steve inking Thuneworld
Steve inking Thuneworld
Steve adding color edits

"A good story and the usual great art. A shocking turn of events upends the Nexus Universe. I'll leave it to you to find out what that is. So far Steve & Company are batting a thousand. I'm very happy to see Nexus resurrected and will continue to support these projects as long as Steve is willing and able. Thank you! GK" -Gary Kleier

This Graphic Novel Ed. of Thuneworld offers...

  • 100's of new edits to dialogue and art since Thuneworld's 5 issue miniseries
  • Variant Nexus Cover
  • All 144 pages (100 story pages, 'What Is Is' letter columns, plus extra comic strips like 'Out there with Koffee & the Dude')
  • Larger 9x12 format
  • Full Color for an immersive experience
  • Compiled from five separate issues so you only need one!
  • A story packed with action, suspense, and sci-fi drama

Main Cover

Variant Cover

READ THE FIRST 32pgs FREE: https://www.steverude.com/products/battle-for-thuneworld-miniseries-issue-1

"What is there left to say about The Dude and Nexus? All the superlatives in the world are not enough to do The Dude and Nexus justice. Just easily one of the greatest comic book artists that has ever graced our little planet, an artist that strives for perfection, that continues to hone his craft every single day; something that many artists of this day and age just can´t seem to fathom!" -Tom Matena

With Rude’s masterful art and storytelling, this must-have addition to your collection showcases pure sci-fi excitement that you won't want to miss!

🍂 Shipping in November

Grab A Copy of Thuneworld Today! https://www.steverude.com/products/the-coming-of-gourmando-9-x-12-tpb-copy

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