BOOK GAMES by VeeFriends

VeeFriends releases **Comic Book #12: Mindful Minokawa** to the public on **February 26th**. The character Mindful Minokawa represents awareness in the VeeFriends universe and takes center stage in this new story with significant narrative stakes. **Launch Details:** - Comic available in VeeFriends Shop starting Feb 26 - Live launch party on [Whatnot at 9PM ET](https://www.whatnot.com/live/299286a8-a8a9-4bf4-b437-8aee659b7d30) - Team will discuss the story and behind-the-scenes content This follows the recent release of Comic Book #11 featuring Adventurous Astronaut, which also launched with a Whatnot livestream event. Fans can bookmark the livestream to join the celebration and comic drop.

VeeFriends is launching Phase 2 of their Book Games token sale, opening to the public with a launch week discount. **Key Details:** - **What:** Public sale with 15% launch discount - **Who:** Open to everyone - **When:** February 12-16, 2026 (12pm ET start) - **Price:** $24.99 (discounted from regular price) - **Where:** Available at [shop.veefriends.com](http://shop.veefriends.com) and [veefriends.com/whatnot](http://veefriends.com/whatnot) (live drop Feb 12 at 9pm ET) This follows the 24-hour holder-exclusive sale that concluded Phase 1.

**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)