BOOK GAMES by VeeFriends

**David Mack**, the acclaimed artist behind Marvel's *Echo*, *Daredevil*, and *Jessica Jones*, has illustrated Cover B for VeeFriends Comic Book #7: Notorious Ninja (Blood Red Edition). **About David Mack:** - Creator of the *Kabuki* series - Known for work on *Captain America: The Winter Soldier* - Award-winning illustrator with extensive Marvel portfolio This collaboration adds to VeeFriends' growing roster of notable comic artists, including: - **Todd Beatz** - worked on TMNT/Naruto crossover and Twisted Turtle 2 - **Katelyn Windels (KateComics)** - illustrated multiple VeeFriends comic covers including Hunt for Harpik and VEE for Viking The Comic Book #7: Notorious Ninja features dual cover artwork, with Mack's Cover B complementing the series' expanding artistic vision.

**VeeFriends has appointed Jim Rugg as Creative Producer**, bringing decades of comic book expertise to the project. Rugg is an Eisner and Ignatz Award-winning cartoonist known for works including *Hulk: Grand Design*, *Street Angel*, *The PLAIN Janes*, and *Octobriana 1976* (the first blacklight comic book ever published). **Key highlights:** - Rugg will collaborate with D.J. Coffman, VeeFriends Executive Creative Director, to develop characters across comics, animation, packaging, and brand partnerships - His work is featured in permanent collections at the Smithsonian, National Archives, and Heinz History Center - He co-created YouTube's *Cartoonist Kayfabe* channel and has taught at the School of Visual Arts and Animation Workshop in Denmark - Rugg illustrated Cover B of Comic Book #8: Gary Bee The appointment aligns with VeeFriends' mission to explore emotional intelligence and human traits through character-driven storytelling. Rugg's experimental visual style and character development experience position him to expand the VeeFriends universe through new narratives.

**VeeFriends expands its artist roster with comic industry veteran Jim Mahfood** The project has brought on acclaimed illustrator Jim Mahfood, known for his work on major titles including Kevin Smith's Clerks comics and Tank Girl. Mahfood contributed Cover B artwork for Comic Book #4: Hunt for Harpik and Comic Book #6: VEE for Viking. **Key collaborators:** - Jim Mahfood - Cover B illustrations for issues #4 and #6 - Katelyn Windels (KateComics) - Cover A artwork across multiple issues including #4, #6, #7, and #9 The comic series features characters like Hunt for Harpik, VEE for Viking, Notorious Ninja, and Kind Warrior as part of the VeeFriends universe.

**Katelyn Windels (KateComics)** has illustrated four VeeFriends comic book covers, making her one of the project's most prolific cover artists. **Her Cover Work Includes:** - Comic Book #4: Hunt for Harpik (Cover A) - Comic Book #6: VEE for Viking (Cover A) - Comic Book #7: Notorious Ninja (Cover A) - Comic Book #9: Kind Warrior (Cover A) Windels also wrote her first VeeFriends comic story for Issue #9, marking a creative milestone beyond illustration. VeeFriends comics feature multiple cover variants per issue, with Windels' work becoming a recognizable visual anchor for collectors following the series.

**Less than 2 hours remain** to enter the VeeFriends Burn Island Treasure Chest competition. - Entry deadline approaching rapidly - Access available through [VeeFriends website](http://veefriends.com/treasure) - Part of ongoing Burn Island treasure hunt series **Previous treasure chests** have featured dozens of new rewards, suggesting significant prizes may be available. *Act quickly* - the window for participation is closing fast.

The star character from **Comic Book #8** is joining the exclusive 555 Collection with a limited tee drop. **Key Details:** - Only **555 tees** will be produced - Each shirt is **individually numbered** to 555 - Drop happens at **3PM ET** - Live show starts at **1PM ET** This continues the 555 Collection series, which previously featured Considerate Cowboy and Adventurous Astronaut designs. [Join the live show](https://www.whatnot.com/s/O7be31Y8) to participate in the exclusive drop.

**VeeFriends** expanded into gaming with **90+ community-created games** launched through Remix.GG, offering players a chance to win $900 in cash prizes. **Comic Book #8** debuts **Gary Bee**, a character directly inspired by GaryVee himself. The story follows Gary Bee using empathy and kindness in his daily life, with the tagline hinting at deeper themes: *"Always helping others, he beelieves love and kindness can change the world - or is he just dreaming?"* **Key dates:** - Nov 11-13: Holder presale for Comic Book #8 - Nov 14: Public release coinciding with GaryVee's 50th birthday TikTok Live celebration **Super Stickers: Spectacular Series** pre-orders closed but remain available through retailers [Dave & Adams](https://www.dacardworld.com/search/?Search=veefriends+spectacular) and [BlowoutCards](https://www.blowoutcards.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=veefriends+spectacular). The games range from TCGs to puzzles and creature collectors, all featuring VeeFriends characters. Players can compete for prizes while exploring the expanding VeeFriends universe. [Register for GaryVee's birthday celebration](https://garyvee.com/50) and [play VeeFriends games](https://play.remix.gg/z/veefr).

VeeFriends has announced changes to their 2025 event schedule. **Key updates include**: - Cancellation of Collect-A-Con Houston appearance - New official booth confirmed at Collect-A-Con Orlando **2025 Event Schedule Highlights:** - Expo West (Anaheim, CA): March 4-7 - Consensus (Toronto): May 14-16 - Collect-A-Con Orlando: May 24-25 - Multiple NYC events in June - National Sports Card Convention (Rosemont): July 30-Aug 3 - Fall events in Dallas and NYC *Stay tuned for more details about the Orlando booth and other upcoming appearances.*

VeeFriends Comics is expanding to 72 markets across 25 states in partnership with Lee Enterprises. The weekly comics will feature characters like Optimistic Otter and Curious Crane, promoting positive messages through storytelling. Key features: - Available in both print and digital formats every Sunday - Live drawing sessions on YouTube & Whatnot with @djcoffman - Fan participation through story submissions and art features - Access to additional comics at [VeeFriends Comic Corner](https://veefriends.com/comic-corner) Check if your local paper carries VeeFriends Comics at [Lee Markets](https://lee.net/markets)