UNIT B - Comics - Unit B Volume One cover (no color)

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Ryogawa, 31 Jul 2009 12:34 am

Like A Boss - Hello everyone! I'm sorry for such an absence this summer (it really wasn't my intention) but I'm soooo close to printing now. I only have a few bonus materials to complete and then send the files and done! I'm ordering a test copy first (as suggested) and will have photos of that once it arrives :3

But first, I want to get an idea of how many books to order, so I know what price to put on the final product. (The more people who order, the cheaper the books are to have printed!) Books are printed professionally, will be perfect bound (like other manga) and will contain chapters 1-6 + bonus material totaling about 134 pages. Chapter 1 was retoned and redrawn, and all text was REWRITTEN ALMOST COMPLETELY. Meaning, much more comprehensive storyline, with dialogue that I'm prouder of~! (And a lot less boring for you to reread, as it's new!) Unfortunately, none of the new material will be shared online (not even the fully colored cover :< ) I in no way want to 'punish' those who are loyal readers but cannot buy, but I do want to have extra for those who chose to purchase, as a thank you.

This is very important!!:
If you are on deviantART and plan to reply in the headcount there, DO NOT REPLY HERE. I don't want to get double votes on accident. Otherwise, please let me know if you would like a copy. I assure the price will be reasonable (and even more so if we have a large group ;D )

Thank you all so much for reading, I look forward to seeing the finished product in my hands~!

If you have any questions, please ask! :3

Payments accepted will be: Paypal (bank transfer and echeck only..sorry D: ), check, money order, and VERY WELL conceal cash.

Reader Comments:

	I may be able to get one if it gets low enough. :) posted by lieano on 31 Jul 2009 12:40 am
	How low? XD This will help me get an estimate of what people are expecting. (I can't go below a certain number though, or I'll be in the negatives XD; ) posted by Ryogawa on 31 Jul 2009 12:42 am
	Exciting!! Congrats on all your hard work! Unit B is one of my favorite comics ever...I reeeeally want a copy of the volume! Is 30$ reasonable? I'd pay that >w< 40$ might be getting a little high...but i still might pay it... posted by sparou on 31 Jul 2009 01:42 am
	Holy crap, I was thinking more like 5 to 10. Anyway, very exciting news. Congrats. posted by josta59 on 31 Jul 2009 05:39 am
	I'd definately like to get one. I'd be willing to pay, maybe, $20? At the highest. Any lower and I would totally buy! posted by al-ee-gai-twers on 31 Jul 2009 06:09 am
	Meh, with my epensive hobbies in between. I can't afford to buy one =/ I'd really love to have a copy though. Maybe when I'm finally working a part time job when I get a god damn car. posted by Oblivion12 on 31 Jul 2009 07:41 am
	i would love one, but i've never bought anything online before so idunno... posted by ice-alchemist-03 on 31 Jul 2009 11:30 am
	Wow, so high! XD I can assure you that the price won't be higher than (or even reach) 20! posted by Ryogawa on 31 Jul 2009 12:03 pm
	I want one and i can pay [but how do i get it? and where do i mail it and how much is shiping?] posted by moe2311 on 31 Jul 2009 02:40 pm
	I will provide a mailing address to send paypal or snail mail money, and in return I will need a mailing address to send the book to. And that's all :3 Shipping depends on whether you are in the United States or not (I will ship to other countries), but US shipping won't be more than 3 dollars. posted by Ryogawa on 31 Jul 2009 04:12 pm
	I'll definitely be getting one! :D posted by intherealworld42 on 31 Jul 2009 08:59 pm
	I will buy one! Also, if I may ask, would you perhaps be willing to sign the copy you send me? If not, it's fine, but I just had to ask, haha. posted by Patches on 01 Aug 2009 06:06 pm
	Ah! Of course! I forgot to mention they'll all be signed, unless the buyer requests otherwise :3 posted by Ryogawa on 01 Aug 2009 07:39 pm
	yesssssss anything under twenty and I'm totally there! Out of curiosity though, do you have any idea how big they'll be book size wise? Like pocket manga? Or graphic novel? I'm in either way but like I said, curious :) posted by caconym on 01 Aug 2009 09:34 pm
	I want one but I'm not sure if I will be able to. posted by everlasting-insanity on 01 Aug 2009 10:42 pm
	WOO Under 20, I'd think about it. Under 15 and in a heartbeat. :) But you pick whatever price is best for you. Congrats!!!! This is my favorite SJ comic and I'm so happy for you! posted by theBBK on 02 Aug 2009 04:54 am
	Oh wow! I'd totally buy one in like two seconds if it was under $15. But congratulations! I'm really happy for you! posted by Lepidoptera on 02 Aug 2009 06:42 pm
	I'd definitely buy if it was $15 or under. MAYBE at $20. This comic is really cool though, I'd love to have a copy. What do you mean by "VERY CONCEALED money"? Like, we put the glasses with the funny noise and facial hair on it? posted by RubberDuckNurse on 02 Aug 2009 09:49 pm
	I would buy, if the cost was $10-15. Any higher, and I would have to either think really hard about it, or let it go. I'm trying to be more responsible with my money, so I have to be choosey about what manga I buy ^^; . But I always love to support talented artists, especially self-publishing! I'm big on lurking, so while I'm here I'll go ahead and say that I really enjoy your work. Your story-telling is fantastic, from pacing to characterization, and especially with suspense and foreshadow. I love how you set up various different plot points that interest the reader, and reveal more and more intriguing elements while leaving the reader to build up more curiosity. You know what you're doing, and where this is supposed to go, and it shows. There are some rough edges, and some elements like the art lack the touch of polish that comes from professionally published work, but overall I find this very good, and a head above lots of manga that's actually published. Well, that's not saying THAT much considering how much empty fodder there is in manga... but anyway. ^^; Oh, one warning. I've never sold anything before myself, but I heard before from people who do (manga and such too), that lots of time when they poll their readers to see how many would buy, there is actually definitely less people who truly come through with buying when the time comes, so keep that in mind when making your estimates. Thank you for sharing this fascinating comic, and Sam is my favorite -^^- . America FTW! <3 ali posted by almyki (Guest) on 04 Aug 2009 12:59 pm
	I want one!! :D I just got a netbook...so money is very strict, but if it's under $15 then I don't see why not to get it :) posted by Purple$ubstance on 06 Aug 2009 12:08 am
	Ah man i would DIE for a copy! but i don't have PayPal DX (and checks scare me) posted by Ghosty (Guest) on 06 Aug 2009 12:38 am
	Damn it ..it's gonna be expencive if I'm buying it ..grah .. But I really do want it .. Guess I'll just save money for it .. posted by SomebodiesSunny on 06 Aug 2009 03:07 pm
	I consider buying one, if I can afford it Oo ..I'll just have to save money then! Or split the shipping cost with a friend of mine, who also consider buying a copy :3 Amazing comic BTW! ^^ ..Just read through the whole thing today. posted by DeadCharlie on 07 Aug 2009 03:52 pm
	I might snail mail it, this things just so cool! And I would freak over extra content. <3 posted by BriarRose (Guest) on 09 Aug 2009 05:28 am
	I stubled upon this comic a while ago and I love it!The plot and the characters are really intresting and awesome So I will definitly buy it when you print it ^^ posted by Lecinea (Guest) on 14 Aug 2009 04:10 pm
	Buy! Will buy if it's within the 20 dollar range. ^^; Probably with snail mail money though. posted by Kaffy on 15 Aug 2009 11:29 pm
	ME!!! I would definately buy one whenever I happen to get money. Of course it depends on how much they cost. If it is going to be lower than $20 then I should be good. I don't know if you're still deciding on price ranges, but in stores Manga/Comic prices range around the 10 dollar mark. Of course it depends how much paper you use. Some have been 9 dollars and a few have been 13 dollars. The 13 dollars is mostly seen by me when I go in to buy books. (but that's only if you haven't settled on a price =]) By the way. Very nice comic.(just read all of it today) It's well drawn with a very interesting story line. Can't wait to see Unit B kick some major ass >=D posted by Bubblesita on 23 Aug 2009 12:02 am
	Nooo...i've reached the end! Man, this comic is good! Never thought i'd be into a military comic :D. Governments fucking twisted though... posted by Katonk on 23 Aug 2009 03:50 pm
	I got through all of this today, awesome comic I may say. The manga I have bought, a book costs around $9. I will consider buying this if it doesn't go too too far over $10. :) posted by Xwee on 23 Aug 2009 04:15 pm
	>_< I so want one. But there's no way I'd be able to send money ;A; I'll go ask my parents... posted by Taseli on 24 Aug 2009 01:09 am
	I'll buy one if its under 15 bucks posted by Yuy_Ren on 26 Aug 2009 12:17 am
	Id buy one as well. I really like the story line and would love a hard copy instead of just reading online. posted by Dreamer (Guest) on 27 Aug 2009 06:33 am
	:D I would LOVE a copy! And if you're accepting paypal, I should be able to buy one ^_^ I found this comic over my vacation (last week?), ate through the archives, and so far, I love it with a passion ___ There's SO much I can say about Unit B! The art is very well done, the toning and composition are excellent, the panels flow VERY well, the characters are unique and engaging, and the storyline is unique, well thought out and told in a very interesting way. I really respect and admire your abilities, and would love a hard copy =] posted by biscotti-chan on 27 Aug 2009 08:51 pm
	I was wondering if there was any updates about the publication? posted by theBBK on 04 Sep 2009 04:10 am
	Pick me! I'd love to buy one. You're art is fantastic and the storyline is sooo good. I just read it all today and I'm rather obsessed. :] posted by hareku on 04 Sep 2009 09:57 am
	your idea of the characters coming from different parts of the world make me think of axis powers hetalia :P BUTSTILLTHISTHISSOFREAKINGAWESOME >D posted by Lacana on 07 Sep 2009 12:57 pm
	Aw man. No lie, your story is incredible - and your art style really works well with it. Damn. THIS. Is awesome. Not sure if I can afford a copy. >A>; But if I get a chance, I shall try. ♥♥ posted by novembertree on 09 Sep 2009 12:14 am
	YEEEES! I may have to beg my parents on my hands and knees, but I would definately buy one! I read all the story today and still suffering from lasting effects of OMFG. ^^; posted by Snowy on 20 Sep 2009 05:31 am
	I hope I'm not too late to ask for a copy D: But I am absolutely in LOVE with this series :D posted by CookiesWin (Guest) on 27 Sep 2009 10:28 am