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KICKSTARTER SPOTLIGHT: 'Stealth Hammer' by Ryan Drost, Joel Jackson, and Christopher Sotomayor

The Sci-Fi Supernatural Adventure Continues. A superhero adventure in a world of high-tech gadgetry and supernatural mythology. Discover the start of a legacy. 


Stealth Hammer is an all-ages comic that tells the story of Jami Taylor, a teenage college student, who finds herself part of a grand legacy of protectors in a world of high-tech gadgetry and supernatural mythology. 

We discovered her origin in the first issue. In this new chapter, we'll continue her journey, learn more about the legacy she is a part of, and discover new dangers she will face.

Who will like Stealth Hammer?

  • Fans of action/adventure superhero stories
  • Those who like high-tech science fiction robots and gadgetry
  • People into the supernatural and mythologies across the globe
  • Anyone with that "never give up" spirit
  • Those who are fans of Mega Man, Thor, King Arthur, Indiana Jones, Ms. Marvel, Dr. Strange, and Dungeons & Dragons...There are elements of all of them in this tale
  • People who love the little details and hidden Easter Eggs in scenes, as well as pop culture references
  • It's an all-ages comic, so quite literally EVERYONE...People from age 5 to 95 have read the first issue and loved it 

THE STORY

After her first adventure against her mad scientist uncle and a larger-than-life transforming robot, Jami Taylor, aka Stealth Hammer, is just wanting to return home for some much-needed rest and recovery. However, life does not always give you what you want.

Jami is about to discover the family legacy she is now destined to continue. With the guidance of Ari the Elf, Jami will learn more about her family than she ever knew before and uncover the secrets her father has kept hidden from her.

This second issue will have Jami finding new allies and revealing more dangerous enemies. Her world is growing and the adventure is only starting.

THE CREATIVE TEAM

Ryan Drost - Creator and Writer of Stealth Hammer. Founding host of Star Joes Podcast where he has reviewed and discussed comics (along with other aspects of 1980s license properties) for the past 10 years. It's been a lifelong dream of his to create a comic world that people will enjoy...Stealth Hammer is that dream coming true with your help.

Jami Drost - A Graphic Designer of 20 years and the original Stealth Hammer, Jami worked with her husband, Ryan, to design the logo, title image, and promotional graphics for the comic. When she's not secretly being the hero that inspired this comic, Jami likes to work on word puzzles and find creative ways to bring joy to other people's lives.

Joel Jackson - Comic Illustrator and Graphic Designer, Joel has longed to be part of an ongoing tale in a world of super-science and sorcery like Stealth Hammer. Creative Director of "We're the Shazzbots" and founder of 2 Headed Monster Comics, Joel brings a detailed and animated flair to the pages of Stealth Hammer. He also dreams of one day growing up to be He-Man...or a Transformer.

Christopher Sotomayor - A Professional Colorist, Christopher began his career in 1996 with Image comics and has since worked for both Marvel and DC Comics on titles involving Spider-Man, X-Men, Batman, and Justice League. When he's not coloring comics, he's teaching online how to color comics through Comics Experience. He breathes amazing life into every piece of art.

Dave Sharpe - Letterer for the last few decades, Dave has provided his specialty for capturing the dynamics of dialogue and the impact of sound effects on the printed page for hundreds of titles for Marvel, DC, and Valiant to name just a few. He also is the bass guitarist for the rock and metal band Dead Cowboy. Dave will ensure you're hanging onto every word.


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