NEW VIDEO SNEAK PEEK
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2020-08-02 18:56:03 +0000 UTC View Post
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5YL UPDATE #78 - First Thinker
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Hey guys, just got some info to update you on.
I've just answered a lot of commission emails, so those who were waiting, I believe I've gotten back to you by now. I also think I'm going to start just doing one commission, five days a week, instead of thr...
2020-07-27 13:24:18 +0000 UTC View PostPATREON STREAM MOVED TO THURSDAY (TOMORROW)
Due to a lot of last-minute changes to our schedule, we have to move the Patreon-only stream to tomorrow. Thurday at 7pm EST. What would you guys like to do?
2020-07-22 17:41:03 +0000 UTC View PostBeautiful City
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5YL UPDATE #77 - Flashback #2
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Hey guys, just a quick update this time.
Don't forget our Patron stream is this Friday at 6pm EST!
2020-07-10 04:17:47 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #76 - FLASHBACK
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5YL doesn't just want to expand the franchises further. We'd also like to take a look back at some of the stories that may have happened during the time gap.
I've been getting a lot more comfortable drawing backgrounds lately the more I exp...
2020-07-05 01:45:46 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #75 - Did you miss your last stream?
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Last stream, we revealed one of the newest alien transformations that Ben would receive in the upcoming episode of And Beyond. Here it is again if you missed it!
If you are a new $5, $25, or $50 Tier Donator, please comment your Instagra...
2020-06-28 14:31:37 +0000 UTC View PostPatreon Stream This Friday!
In The Tank Discord Server, 6pm EST.
Now that we've had a few sessions, what would you guys like to do this week?
2020-06-23 20:03:57 +0000 UTC View PostAnd BEYOND!
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We hope you're excited for our new And Beyond coming out soon! We're working on it best we can, but this one, similar to the Ghost Zone episode, will have additional animation to compliment it, so gearing up for that may take a bit longer to finish.
And if you have...
2020-06-21 21:13:16 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #74 - Chapter 10 Script Sneak Peek!
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Here is a quick look at a scripted scene for Chapter 10! Dialogue may need some tweaking, but this scene picks up right where we left The Ghost Zone in a previous chapter.
And yes, I noticed the typo right after this screenshot lol - Kuro
2020-06-16 12:16:52 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #73 - Vol 3 Cover
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Hey guys, just working on that Volume 3 cover! This one I want to mirror the Volume 1 cover, to show how much the story has progressed. I'm not sure what kinda shading I want to do with it, though. I'm gonna do some experimenting.
Also, PAT... 2020-06-11 17:57:43 +0000 UTC View Post
5YL UPDATE #72 - Concept Art Dump!
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Okay, we've reached a pivotal moment in 5YL's story now that Chapter 9 is out. Chapter 10 will be full throttle.
I can't recall if I shared this Attea design with you before, so just in case, here's a few random extra concept pieces, too. Some of Ben's Uniform Mode Visor, an...
2020-06-04 18:40:44 +0000 UTC View PostPatron Exclusive Livestream Update!
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So glad you guys enjoyed the last stream! We hope more of you will have a chance to join us in the future.
The first stream was a special edition of Drawing with Kuro. Last stream, we played games together. The next one, we are going to have a wa...
2020-05-30 20:13:22 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #71 - More Panel Layouts
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One interest I saw was in seeing more panel layouts. Here's a better look at some storyboards, test doodles, and for fun, background layers without the foreground.
2020-05-23 20:14:59 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #70 - You Look Like You've Seen A Ghost...
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If you were part of the Discord stream last week, you'll have seen glimpses of Ash's version of Freakshow. Here are some developed concepts?
Now I'd like to ask, what about Chapter 9 do you want to know more of/ see more behind-the-scenes stuff about? I'l...
2020-05-18 14:03:50 +0000 UTC View PostQuick Post!
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Not an official update, just wanted to make a post about our first Discord Patron-Only Stream yesterday! Had a great time with those that made it. Thanks for sticking around.
If you didn't make it, why not? Is there a way we can help you make it ne...
2020-05-16 21:41:57 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #69 - Background Breakdown!
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THREE THINGS, MY FRIENDS:
1. If you are new to the $5+ Tier and have not been accepted to the InstaTank, please request to follow @theinstatank on instagram, and comment below your username so we know to accept your account.
2. The Discord Patron-Only Stream will be this Fri...
2020-05-11 03:35:53 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #68 - Patron Only Streams!
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Welcome to the new era of our Patreon! A new installment is your access to Patron-Only streams via Discord, so make sure you connected your account!
We are thinking Friday evenings EST are best for these, but we'd like as much input on this as we can! Pl...
2020-05-06 04:12:55 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #67 - Secret Surprise!
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Excuse the weird crop, it's to try to further censor the image to non-patrons.
So, you guys wanting a secret surprise won the popular vote for the last Pre-Ch9 update.
I went back through the comic and thought about everything you guys 100% do...
2020-04-28 19:53:50 +0000 UTC View Post"CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW!?"
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This new episode of And Beyond is going to be a real treat! Lots of beautiful artwork by Ryan, and we've really got the editing style down for fluid production. While working on these videos, it really puts into perspective how much content we're going to release at onc...
2020-04-24 14:43:01 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #66 - We're Getting Close!
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Chapter 9 is less than two weeks away! Here's a page that's a work-in-progress.
There will only be two updates left. I'll make one of them pretty juicy, but it'll be the last thing I'm able to reveal without spoiling the multiple surprises.
Thank you a...
2020-04-19 21:45:43 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #65 - A Quiet Night
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Getting close to the release of Chapter 9 - less than a month away!
I wish I had more to post, but something new happens on practically every page of this Chapter.
How revealing would you guys want these last few updates for this Chapter to be...
2020-04-12 21:13:10 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #64 - "Progress Update, Bendude!"
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You'll be happy to know that every single page of Chapter 9 is in various stages of production. Meaning they are either done, mostly done, or being worked on.
I now know how many pages there will be in Chapter 9, and have a great feel for the pacing and chor...
2020-04-05 17:08:56 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDTE #63 - Anniversary News!
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Tomorrow, we are going to announce that we will have a special live-stream on April 3rd, 5YL's three year anniversary.
We will also be announcing the official release date of Chapter 9! So no, unfortunately, it won't be this April 3rd. But just so you gu...
2020-03-30 19:05:41 +0000 UTC View PostFriends
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Just a quick update this time!
Looking forward to the next And Beyond?
2020-03-25 18:24:43 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #62 - Disco Party at the End of the World! + Small Ramble
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After his conversation with Eon about the limitless uses for Ecto-Energy, Vlad steps up his game in Chapter 9!
Thankfully, my new stylus allows me to actually draw it. Made a huge dent on the Chapter this week. The clock is slowly ticking down until Ch9 rele...
2020-03-20 14:09:46 +0000 UTC View PostOutside of the Internet
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Since I'm still waiting for a new stylus to come in, I haven't been able to draw digitally. I've been keeping myself busy with other projects, such as shooting the first legit commercial for The Ink Tank!
It will act as a sample of everything The Ink Tank has to o...
2020-03-13 15:44:52 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #61 - Bundle Up!
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If Ben had a Kraho transformation, what would you name him?
2020-03-07 20:22:08 +0000 UTC View Post5YL UPDATE #60 - Look!
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Here's a bit of a clearer shot of Ultimate Eon's eyes. It's sorta similar to the last panel of Chapter 8 (pictured below). Still debating whether or not to reveal is full design before the chapter drops, even as a Patreon exclusive.
We do have more surprises...
2020-03-03 08:00:41 +0000 UTC View Post