'Electropunk: Children of the Future' isn't afraid to bring a torch into the abyss.

Kickstarters come in all varieties, but rarely covered are the books and novels section. I suppose Graphic Novels make a little more sense as it’s a lot easier to showcase tons of amazing artwork in addition to story. Electropunk: Children of the Future gets the benefit of both. Tesla never lost his lab. That doesn’t sound so grand in principal. The fires that burned down his lab and set his research back never happened, so he never lost fifty years of progress—the future of mankind is saved!

EVIL SATYR? DASHING GOATMAN? HELL, I WANT TO FIND OUT ITS BACKSTORY FROM THAT GRIN ALONE.

Until Science Illuminated Shadows…

In 1910, Tesla has become the symbol of industry and progress; until they discover that there are myths and monsters in the world. Cryptids and legends that have been preying on humanity since dark ages, and would probably do anything to keep humanity terrified of the night. A natural enemy to someone seeking to deliver free, unlimited electricity, and light to the world.

With this shocking discovery in mind, Tesla recruits his family, builds them enhanced power armor, and sends them on their way. Because at the end of the day, this is a friggin’ comic book and we all want to see Tesla’s relatives kick Dracula in the teeth while flirting with Dorian Gray.

Because we can.

(Authors note: I have no idea if either Dracula, or Dorian Gray, or any other fabled legend will be in this damn book. I’m just stoked over the concept of Tesla’s family fighting myths and legends. I actually have tattoo’s of Tesla coils on me. One of which, is right next to the official Alchemy Guild Seal of 1863. This graphic novel could not be more up my alley which is why I am fanboying over this thing like a kid who just discovered Cinnamon Toast Crunch.)

The book is written and created by B.Dave Walters, Jeff Wamester, and Natalia Bacetti. Each in their own way bringing the book to life through their own artistic talents. As of this writing, because the book has hit its Kickstarter funding, they are going to toss in an Audio Drama! Again, I can only secretly hope for some old-timey newscasting during intermission…but I’ll take whatever I can get.

If this project tickles your sides and gives you that can-do-monster-hunting attitude in the name of Science! Check them out here on Kickstarter. They’ve already funded so no matter what, you’ll be getting a book!

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Rick Heinz is the author of The Seventh Age novel series, and a storyteller with a focus on D&D for Kids, The Red Opera, and an overdose of LARPs. You can follow the game or urban fantasy related thingies on Twitter or reach out for writing at RickHeinzWrites@gmail.com