🐍 Comic Book #17: Confident Cobra Holder Presale Now Live

VeeFriends is introducing **Lava variant comic books** - exclusive physical editions with rare, lava-inspired alternate covers available only through Burn Island. **How it works:** - BOOK GAMES token holders can burn tokens to receive made-to-order Lava variant comics - Each burn produces one physical comic book with special cover art - Print runs match exact burn counts - once the window closes, no more are produced **First activation details:** - Comic: VeeFriends Comic Book #23 - When: June 4-9, 2026 at 12 PM ET - Cost: Burn any 1 BOOK GAMES token - Where: [veefriends.com/burn-island](https://veefriends.com/burn-island) **Important notes:** - BOOK GAMES tokens must be activated on Base blockchain - Comic title and contents remain secret until standard packs release - Burned tokens are permanently destroyed - No limit on burns per holder - Lava variants don't increase total comic print counts More Lava variant activations planned for select future comic issues, each with its own burn window and exclusive cover. [Full details](https://veefriends.com/blog/veefriends-comic-books-arrive-on-burn-island-as-an-exclusive-lava-variant-747071040b95)

VeeFriends has released Comic Book #18, titled *Shell's Kitchen*, which delivers straightforward life advice through its narrative. **Key Details:** - The comic features characters and story elements centered around Shell's Kitchen - Full details including cover art and character information are available on the [VeeFriends blog](http://veefriends.com/blog/shells-kitchen-serves-brutally-honest-life-advice-in-comic-book-18-characters-story-cover-art-b57d3476e399) - This continues the VeeFriends comic book series, following previous releases including Comic Book #16 featuring Witty Weasel and Gritty Ghost The comic book series showcases different cover artists who contribute their unique styles to each edition.

**Nick Seluk**, creator of The Awkward Yeti webcomic and New York Times bestselling author, has illustrated Cover B for an upcoming VeeFriends comic book. Seluk is known for his popular works including: - Heart and Brain - Gut Instincts - Body Language This follows the recent announcement of Cover A illustrated by VeeFriends Executive Creative Director DJ Coffman, and artwork by Andrew Drilon for Comic Book #15's blind bag art and back cover.

**VeeFriends announces upcoming launch** VeeFriends is preparing to release "Dialed In" on **May 28th**, following their public sale that went live in March. **Key details:** - Launch date confirmed for May 28th - Follows previous public sale announcement - Additional details available via [official announcement](https://x.com/veefriends/status/2057858944199242152) The project continues VeeFriends' expansion of their NFT ecosystem, with the community awaiting specific details about the Dialed In release.

VeeFriends is releasing two limited-edition **Dialed In Dog FriendsCaps** in Espresso and Stone Washed Denim colorways, priced at $55 each. **Key Details:** - Structured 6-panel snapback caps featuring Dialed In Dog character embroidery - Inspired by VeeFriends Comic Book #14: Doggy Day Care - Materials: Wool blend (Espresso) and Denim (Stone Washed) **How to Buy:** - **Holder Pre-Sale**: May 27, 12pm ET - May 28, 12pm ET (Series 1 + Series 2 Dialed In Dog holders) - **Public Sale**: May 28, 12pm ET at [shop.veefriends.com](https://shop.veefriends.com/collections/friends-caps) - **Whatnot Live Drop**: May 28, 10:30pm-11:30pm ET at [veefriends.com/live](http://veefriends.com/live) **Holder Claim:** Series 1 Dialed In Dog NFT holders can claim 1 free cap per NFT from May 27-June 10 at [shop.veefriends.com/collections/holder-claims](https://shop.veefriends.com/collections/holder-claims) Sign up at [veefriends.com/friendscaps](http://veefriends.com/friendscaps) for notifications.