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**VeeFriends Comic Book #14: Doggy Daycare** launches March 27th at 12pm ET, featuring eight dog characters in their first comic appearance. Written and illustrated by Ali Castro (her debut published comic), the story follows secret-agent dogs operating from a high-end daycare. When a heist goes wrong, the team discovers their mission was about surveillance, not theft. **Key Details:** - 10,000 total copies in sealed Comic Collector Packs - Cover A by Ali Castro, Cover B by Agnes Garbowska - Features rare variants including 1/1 Lollipop edition - Launch price: $24.99 (15% off) - NFT holders get early access March 26th - [Live Whatnot drop](https://www.whatnot.com/live/7816b6d7-3096-4da7-8147-d1f577768d7b) with GaryVee March 27th at 8pm ET **Characters debuting:** Bad-Ass Bulldog, Dialed In Dog, Dapper Dachshund, Insightful Irish Terrier, Magnanimous Maltese, Polished Poodle, Poised Pug, Turnt Tick The story explores themes of intuition versus control, questioning blind obedience and hidden power structures. Available at [shop.veefriends.com](https://shop.veefriends.com/collections/comic-books)

VeeFriends kicks off its 2026 competitive trading card game season with Qualifier #1 in Lufkin, Texas on March 21st. **Event Details:** - **Date:** Saturday, March 21, 2026 - **Location:** 302 Mantooth Avenue, Lufkin, Texas - **Registration Deadline:** Thursday, March 19 at 11:59 PM ET - [Register here](https://play.veefriends.com/events/c5bf2695-061f-4dba-b3d7-e4009bd2d5be) **Tournament Structure:** - 5 Swiss rounds (Best of 3) - Top 16 advance to single elimination - Championship match determines winner **First Place Prize:** - $1,000 VeeFriends Shop credit - Custom 1/1 framed artwork by D.J. Coffman - Custom 1/1 championship t-shirt **Path to Championship:** Only three qualifiers will be held in 2026. The top 64 players on the official leaderboard qualify for the October championship. Points are earned through tournament participation (1 point) and match wins (2 points each). Upcoming qualifiers include San Diego Comic-Con in July and The National 2026 in late July/early August. [Review updated official rules](https://media.veefriends.com/image/upload/v1773421987/veefriends/webpages/Official_VeeFriends_TCG_Rules_-_March_2026.pdf)

**VeeFriends Comic Book #9: Kind Warrior Launches** VeeFriends announced Comic Book #9, introducing the debut story of **Kind Warrior**. The issue follows Theo, a blacksmith who swore never to forge weapons but must now confront a cursed sword threatening his family and village. **Key Details:** - Features two collectible covers by Tom Scioli and Katelyn Windels - Story written and illustrated by Katelyn Windels (her first full VeeFriends comic narrative) - **Holder sale**: December 16th at 12pm ET (24 hours) - **Public sale**: December 17th at 12pm ET (24 hours) - Remaining inventory available through future Whatnot live shows **Other Updates:** - **Holiday 2025 Ornament** released featuring Very Lucky Black Cat, Entrepreneur Elf, and Genuine Giraffe - **Burn Island Sapphire Box opportunity** ending December 18th - one winner gets $6,000 Topps Chrome box - Final 2025 Digital Treasure Chest closed with Koala 2025 NFT winners - Community members sharing live breaks of physical Treasure Chests - **VeeFriends TCG Championship** this Sunday, December 14th at 1pm PST (livestreamed on Twitch) The championship will crown the 2025 VeeFriends TCG Champion, with trophy and commemorative prizes for all competitors.

**VeeFriends Comic Book #9: Kind Warrior** launches December 16th with a powerful story about **Theo, a blacksmith** who refuses to forge weapons but must confront a cursed sword threatening his family. **Key Features:** - First VeeFriends comic **written by Katelyn Windels** (KateComics) - **Two collectible covers** by Tom Scioli and Katelyn Windels - **Blind-bagged collector packs** with rare variants including 1-of-1 Lollipop Edition **Release Schedule:** - **Phase 1**: NFT holders get early access (Dec 16-17) with discounts - **Phase 2**: Public sale (Dec 17-18) at $24.99 - **Phase 3**: Live drops on Whatnot starting Dec 18th The story explores **heroism through kindness** rather than violence, continuing VeeFriends' anthology format where each issue stands alone while building the broader universe canon. Available at [shop.veefriends.com](http://shop.veefriends.com/)

**VeeFriends debuts its first Burn Island Eruption on Base blockchain** after migrating from Immutable X. **The Prize:** - Topps VeeFriends Chrome 2025 Sapphire Box worth ~$6,000 - Entry cost: 1 BOOK GAMES token (~$120) - **98% discount** from market price - Only one box available through this event **Key Details:** - Entry period: November 18 - December 18, 2025 - Only 650 Sapphire boxes exist total - 555 already distributed to Gift Goat holders - Secondary market prices: $5,000-$7,000 **How to Enter:** 1. Hold at least 1 activated BOOK GAMES NFT on Base 2. Store it in your VeeFriends Wallet 3. Enter the Fair Entry Draw on [Burn Island](https://veefriends.com/burn-island) **About the Box:** - 8 packs, 4 cards each (32 total cards) - Premium Sapphire Chrome finish with cracked ice effect - 4 Sapphire Parallels guaranteed - Exclusive Sapphire Selections insert This marks the beginning of new opportunities for BOOK GAMES holders on Base, with more events planned ahead.

**VeeFriends launches dedicated storefront on Rarible** with integrated VeeFriends Wallet support. Key features include: - **Credit card purchases** up to $12,500 via Card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay - **Email-based sign-in** using VeeFriends account - no browser extensions needed - **Zero marketplace fees** on OpenSea aggregated listings (waived 2% fee) - **Streamlined onboarding** for new collectors **How it works:** 1. Visit [rarible.com/veefriends](https://rarible.com/veefriends) 2. Connect with VeeFriends account 3. Choose payment method (card or crypto wallet) 4. Complete purchase The partnership aims to **simplify NFT collecting** and onboard future generations of digital collectors. Rarible aggregates listings from multiple marketplaces including OpenSea. **Why it matters:** This integration removes traditional barriers to NFT purchasing by eliminating complex wallet setups and enabling familiar payment methods. Start exploring the new storefront at [rarible.com/veefriends](https://rarible.com/veefriends) or get help at [veefriends.com/myfirstveefriend](http://veefriends.com/myfirstveefriend).

VeeFriends has published a comprehensive guide to **Rookie Super Stickers** - the first appearances of characters in their Super Sticker collection. **Key Features:** - All debut stickers feature a **Debut Sticker badge** for easy identification - Complete alphabetical list of 80+ rookie characters - Release dates spanning from July 2023 to August 2025 - Characters from various collections including NSCC, Halloween Mystery, Road to VeeCon, and more **Notable Debuts:** - **GaryVee's first Super Sticker** (Manga Series, August 2025) - Halloween characters like Bold As F*ck Bat and Competitive Clown - Sports crossover characters and exclusive event releases The guide emphasizes that holding these rookie stickers means **owning the beginning of each character's Super Sticker history** - similar to how rookie cards work in traditional sports collecting. Collectors can use this reference to identify and preserve the true origin stickers of their favorite VeeFriends characters across the expanding Super Sticker universe.

**VeeFriends teams up with Spin Master** for an exclusive collectible debut at New York Comic Con 2025. The **4D Build Motivated Monster Puzzle** brings the hero from VeeFriends Comic Book #5 to life as a 3D building experience. This 4-inch character features intricate details and display-worthy finish. **Key Details:** - Less than 750 puzzles produced - Free giveaway at VeeFriends booth (#4409) during NYCC - Not available for purchase - First collaboration in growing VeeFriends-Spin Master partnership **Special NFT Holder Benefits:** Series 1 Motivated Monster NFT holders can claim one free puzzle whether they attend NYCC or not. - **Claim window:** October 9-22, 2025 - Available during and after the convention The puzzle launches alongside Comic Book #5: Motivated Monster, creating a complete collectible experience for fans and collectors.

**VeeFriends offers exclusive access** to the GaryVee x Stan Challenge for select NFT holders. **What's included:** - Free entry to 8-week business challenge (valued at $300) - One-year Stan Creator Membership (valued at $300+) - Access to 8 live coaching calls with GaryVee - Chance to win trip to NYC and day at VaynerMedia **Eligible holders:** - Gift Goat holders - Access Token holders - Spectacular holders **Challenge details:** - Runs October 8th to December 12th - Participants build digital businesses using Stan platform - Two prize categories: top 10 sales performers and $555 Club winners **Stan platform** helps creators sell digital products without technical skills. Over $300 million generated by users. **How to participate:** Redemption codes emailed by 8PM ET September 15th. Visit [challenge link](https://link.stan.store/Ex80CIfZ) to claim spot. More VeeFriends holders will gain access soon.

VeeFriends will exhibit at the West Coast Card Show (formerly Burbank Card Show) from August 21-24, 2025 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event has grown to become the largest collectibles showcase in Western US, featuring: - 40,000+ expected attendees - 1,200+ vendors - 221,000 sq ft space (doubled from last year) At Booth B-08, VeeFriends will offer: - Topps Chrome 2025 products - Trading Card Game items - Manga Series Super Stickers - Free cards for kids - Coloring pages The show follows VeeFriends' successful appearance at The National and represents their continued expansion in the collectibles space. Visit [westcoastcardshow.com](http://westcoastcardshow.com) for tickets.