November 2026 Update! (EXTENDED)

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Hello all dear Patrons, it's been a good 4 months now since my work has been made exclusive to all incredible Patreon supporters. It is time to share what my future intentions are now that I've finally decided on what to do, after so much deliberation.

On January 16th, 2016, I released this very first fanart of Horrortale ever. It is this fanart that propelled me into the world of AU's and in exploring my own storytelling skills as an illustrator. In my eyes, this date is Horrortale's "Birthday", and January 16th, 2026, will mark its ten year anniversary.

No joy compares to how it felt illustrating and sharing this story with such beautiful readers online. it is your encouragement and shared enthusiasm for this story that stretched a one-day fantasy into a ten-year passion project. Now I've reached the ten year mark, and for this illustrator, ten years devoted to a free fan-made webcomic is long enough. All Horrortale pages completed by Jan 16th, 2026 will be released to the public, and the Sour Apple Studios Patreon will virtually retire. High-res pages/artwork, monthly sketches, and a few mature pieces will remain exclusive to Patreon. Beyond that, no further awards will be made to Patreon outside occasional updates, should they feel applicable.

Now for the harder news. In the time I have left, it's become clear that the comic cannot reach its ultimate ending. Despite how hard I've worked these past few months, there is simply too many pages left to draw before I can reach the final page, and it is not a part of the story I can rush. However, even if the finale will not be revealed in this time, I believe the story will reach a satisfying end. The final page will be a final community choice, and one made available to the entire Horrortale community.

There are 5-6 pages left before we reach that point.

It's impossible to say this is a certain "it's over". I've said that phrase to myself multiple times over these years, and I still find myself returning to the story again and again. But ten years feels like a good finish line to cross, even if it means this free webcomic is left with a little more to tell. Again, thank you for reading, and for your all your support. I am here ready to read any input my supporters have on this decision. Stay creative <3

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11/18 Addition:

Hello all dear patrons. After taking time to reflect these last few days, I realize the tone of such a major update might come across as a little casual. This is essentially an upcoming goodbye after so many years of dedication to this AU, and I'd like to talk a bit more about that.

Horrortale has changed my life. Thanks to the comic, I've reached levels of creativity and proficiency that I once had only imagined. The only reason why I've managed to accomplish so much is thanks to this incredibly dedicated, ongoing Horrortale community. I have such gratitude to each and every reader of the comic who encouraged me to continue. Of course, Toby Fox deserves ultimate gratitude for creating such rich and complex characters that lent themselves perfectly to our own imaginations. But truly, the story of Horrortale has been on my mind each and every day for nearly the past ten years. It's a true delight to tell it to all who are intrigued to hear more.

Most importantly, I really must emphasize how much I appreciate my patrons. I hold my hands out to all of you who've chosen to support this comic in such a substantial way, especially after all that's happened within the community. Thank you for understanding my growth as an artist and believing in what I do. Thank you for making Horrrotale happen.

Announcing that Jan 16th is another "indefinite hiatus" is more accurate than saying it's "the end". Horrortale does have an ultimate ending, and I really wish to tell it. But I've reached my limit, and it's beginning to feel uncomfortable keeping those outside Patreon waiting for much longer. After receiving so many messages from supporters all throughout the community, it feels time to complete one mega-submission of all pages drawn thus far. What better time to announce that than on Horrortale's tenth anniversary?

So, here's to the near-completion of a 100 page+ multi-media fanmade creation made from some geeky girl obsessed with talking skeletons. See you at the final page ^^