Character Data: Sekaino Megami

Character Data: Sekaino Megami

Time for a new twist on the Combat Frame data posts I've been making in the run up to XSeed's launch. Now that Ashion 101, the third artist in my international team of publishing experts, has furnished the series' inaugural character drawing, it's my pleasure to present the first Combat Frame…
October 15, 20189 Comments
The Army Will Make Mecha Real

The Army Will Make Mecha Real

Previously I reported that the Russians are developing real-life bipedal combat mechs not unlike AT-STs from Star Wars. Now, the US Army is getting in on the act, only they're going bigger. Think AT-ATs. The U.S. Army is looking to finally replace their M1 Abrams battle tank as rival nations…
October 12, 20189 Comments
Indiegogo After-action Report

Indiegogo After-action Report

The Indiegogo campaign for my new mecha/Mil-SF novel Combat Frame XSeed has officially concluded. With a final funding total of 346% of our original goal, it's no exaggeration to say that this campaign was a stunning success! Sincere thanks to all our awesome backers and everyone who supported the campaign through…
October 8, 20183 Comments

Last Day for XSeed on Indiegogo

The runaway hit Indiegogo campaign for my new mecha/Mil-SF novel Combat Frame XSeed reaches its conclusion at the end of today. As of this writing, we stand at an astonishing 336% of our original goal with the second book and trading card stretch goals fully funded. Thanks to all our awesome backers!…
October 7, 2018

XSeed with JimFear

My podcast tour in support of Combat Frame XSeed continues on the JimFear 138 podcast. The airing of this episode was delayed due to injury, and I hope our esteemed host is on the mend. Listen in as we delve deep into my new mecha/Mil-SF world's lore. And don't forget to…
September 27, 20187 Comments
Return to Geek Gab

Return to Geek Gab

Today marked my auspicious return to the Geek Gab live stream on YouTube! Listen in as hosts Daddy Warpig and Dorrinal grill me about my new mecha/Mil-SF novel Combat Frame XSeed. Bonus: DW discusses how he's planning a figurative D-Day style assault on Amaszon for his upcoming Top Secret Project!…
September 22, 20185 Comments
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Combat Frame Data: CF-02

CF-02 Grenzmark I   Technical Data Model number: CF-02 Code name: Grenzmark I Nickname: Thimble Head Classification: mass production general use combat frame Manufacturer: Seed Corporation Operator: Systems Overterrestrial Coalition First deployment: CY -6 Crew: 1 pilot in cockpit in chest Height: 17.5 meters Weight: dry weight 43.5 metric tons, full…
September 20, 20183 Comments
It Doesn’t Diverge

It Doesn’t Diverge

Readers have asked where the Combat Frame XSeed timeline diverges from ours. I always respond that it doesn't. The series' backstory starts at Current Year and envisions how the various crises now besetting the world might shake out with a couple of curve balls thrown in. One central conceit of XSeed…
September 19, 201810 Comments

XSeed Audio Sample Chapter

Big news, audiophiles! JimFear138 of Dimension Bucket Studios was kind enough to produce a professional quality sample of the planned Combat Frame XSeed audiobook. You can check out his rendition of the first chapter right here. If you cannot see the audio controls, your browser does not support the audio element…
September 18, 20185 Comments
Aircraft Data: HVRJ-2

Aircraft Data: HVRJ-2

HVRJ-2 Thor Prototype   Technical Data Model number: HVRJ-2 Code name: Thor Prototype Nickname: Marilyn Classification: prototype V/STOL attack aircraft Manufacturer: Seed Corporation Operator: EGE First deployment: CY -1 Crew: 1 pilot/1 pilot and 1 navigator in two-seat cockpit Length: 17 meters Weight: dry weight 36 metric tons, full weight 60…
September 15, 20189 Comments