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ENHANCED - A Cyberpunk Graphic Novel VOL.2

Created by Simone Masina / ENHANCED

Are you a Edgerunners & Ghost in the Shell Fan? ENHANCED is for you! A 80+ Full Color Book of Exciting Action Scenes, Epic Storylines and Stunning Artwork Printed on top-quality paper and embellished with UV Soft Touch Cover, ArtBook included. Soft, Hard, and Limited Edition Variant Covers available.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

🤟 VOL.1 DIGITAL CONTENTS ARE OUT! + ANDREA'S ENAMEL PIN + NEW VOL.2 SNEAK PEEK (...AND MORE)
23 days ago – Thu, May 30, 2024 at 08:02:03 AM

Hey CyberBackers!

We're here with our monthly update to keep you in the loop about the progress of ENHANCED Vol. 2. We've got some exciting news for you:

VOL.1 DIGITAL CONTENTS ARE OUT!

You may have already received an email notification from Backerkit earlier today. If not, check your inboxes or your Backerkit page directly. All backers who pledged for Vol. 1 during this campaign can now download a .zip folder that includes ENHANCED Vol. 1 in high resolution, plus the short spin-off "...And Justice 4 All!" Enjoy the first chapter of our saga and the awesome Andrea's spin-off!

If you didn’t receive the Backerkit email or had any trouble accessing the files, just let us know at [email protected] or send us a PM here. We’ll help you as best as we can.

HANDMADE SKETCH SURVEYS ARE COMING!

For those of you who added Stefano's signed sketch to your pledge (great choice!), you’ll receive a Backerkit survey in the next few days. This survey will allow you to choose your favorite character from the available options (we’ve added some new entries). Stefano is excited to draw and sign a masterpiece for your art collection!

If you have any trouble or questions about the process, feel free to email us at [email protected] -- we’re happy to help!

ANDREA'S HARD ENAMEL PINS IS FINALLY HERE...

...and it looks fantastic! Produced by “The Enamel Pin Factory,” a top company based in the UK, it completely met our expectations. We spared no expense to produce a collectible pin that doesn’t look “cheap” but is an item that every pin enthusiast would desire. And so it is!
Check out this video! 

Did you missed Andrea’s hard enamel pin during the campaign and want to add to your collection? Absolutely, but act fast, because we have only 5 left (115 out of 120 are already booked).! Just shoot us a PM or email, and I'll unlock your Backerkit survey in a jiffy. It’s super easy! Email us at [email protected]. This pin is included in the Stickers & Pin No. 2 Add-on.

VOL.2 SNEAK PEEK

We’re working hard to complete ENHANCED Vol. 2 as soon as possible, always striving to maintain high quality. We’re very excited to show you the first 3 color pages of the book:

JOIN US ON OUR BRAND NEW SOCIALS! (LET'S GROW TOGETHER)

The ENHANCED brand is expanding! In addition to our well-loved IG and FB pages, we've just launched our TikTok and X (Twitter) pages. Each social platform will feature its own exclusive content, so don’t hesitate – give us a follow on all of them! Plus, keep an eye out for special treats: whenever we hit a certain number of followers, we'll drop brand new freebies for you all to enjoy.

NEW! X (twitter) - Follow us HERE

NEW! TikTok - Follow us HERE

INSTAGRAM - Follow us HERE

FACEBOOK - Follow us HERE

See you in the next update!!!

Stay safe, stay Cyberpunk

Simone, Stefano, Barbara & Mattia

👉🏻Heads Up - Charging Credit Cards for BackerKit Orders + 🤩New Panels Sneak Peeks + ✒️Last Fine Arts Available...and many more!
about 2 months ago – Mon, Apr 29, 2024 at 08:35:00 AM

HEY CYBERBACKERS, WELCOME TO OUR MONTHLY UPDATE ON ENHANCED!

First, let's kick things off with some stunning new ink panels from the talented Stefano Di Pietro.

Vol.2 will kick off with some adrenaline-pumping action! (from Vol.2 Chapter 1 - Colors are on their way)
It seems like Andrea made Heather angry. (from Vol.2 Chapter 6 - Colors are on their way)
Something is happening at the Church of the True Man HQ. (from Vol.2 Chapter 5 - Colors are on their way)

Despite the graphic quality of Volume 1 receiving nothing but praise, we are working tirelessly to raise the bar even higher. Thanks to your constant support, we are motivated to give our best every day!

HEADS UP - CHARGING CREDIT CARDS FOR SHIPPING FEES AND BACKERKIT ORDERS

Just a quick heads-up: we're scheduled to process charges for any add-on items you've purchased or additional funds owed through BackerKit on May 6, 2024. This charge will be reflected on your bank statement as Descriptor ENHANCED STRIPE. Please ensure that your card information is up to date.

In the event of any payment issues, you'll receive an email prompting you to update your payment information. Occasionally, backers may overlook projects they've supported, so if this charge catches you off guard, please reach out to us at [email protected] before contacting your bank.

Please note that initiating a claim with your bank may result in delays in shipping your rewards. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

If you need to review payment information, you can return to your survey by clicking the link in your survey email or requesting your survey link under "Lost your survey?" on our BackerKit project page at https://enhanced-a-cyberpunk-graphic-novel-vol2.backerkit.com

ENHANCED VOL.1 (DIGITAL) IS ON YOUR WAY!

After successfully charging your credit card, we'll begin distributing the digital copy of Enhanced Vol. 1. This way, every new reader will have the opportunity to start exploring our universe from the beginning.

ART COLLECTOR'S!!! FINE ART ORIGINAL PAGES AVAILABLE (LIMITED)

ENHANCED Volume 2 will be much longer than the previous one, which also means there are (few) more original pages available. In fact, even though all the pages from Volume 1 have been sold out, you still have the exclusive opportunity to reserve a Fine Art print page from ENHANCED Volume 2. Each page is adorned with the author's signature and comes with a digital certificate. We'll be in touch with you to ask you to select your favorite page from those available!

Remember, only one copy is available for each page, ensuring that each page becomes an exclusive masterpiece, uniquely yours! 

To book your Fine Art Page, Just shoot us a PM or email, and I'll unlock your BackerKit survey in a jiffy.It's super easy! [email protected]

To book your Fine Art Page, just shoot us a PM or email, and I'll unlock your BackerKit survey in a jiffy. It's super easy! [email protected]

JOIN US ON OUR BRAND NEW SOCIALS! (LET'S GROW TOGETHER)

The ENHANCED brand is expanding! In addition to our well-loved IG and FB pages, we've just launched our TikTok and X (Twitter) pages. Each social platform will feature its own exclusive content, so don't hesitate – give us a follow on all of them! Plus, keep an eye out for special treats: whenever we hit a certain number of followers, we'll drop brand new freebies for you all to enjoy.

Our brand new X page (click on the image and follow us)

NEW! X (twitter) - Follow us HERE

NEW! TikTok - Follow us HERE

INSTAGRAM - Follow us HERE

FACEBOOK - Follow us HERE

WELCOME TO CYBERPEDIA, YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE WORLD OF ENHANCED!

Accessible very soon via QR codes found on holo-cards (have you reserved your deck yet?), Cyberpedia provides in-depth bios and extra content about our main characters. Dive into the lore of ENHANCED and uncover insights and details that couldn't fit into the comic itself. But wait, there's more! In the future, we'll be adding even more content to make your experience in Nu-Tokyo even more immersive. From details on locations to cyber-enhancements on weapons and transportation, and even insights into the vibrant nightlife – the possibilities are endless. What content would you like to see added to ENHANCED's Cyberpedia pages? Let us know!

P.s.

Already backed and want to add the Enhanced holo-card to your collection? Absolutely! Just shoot us a PM or email, and I'll unlock your BackerKit survey in a jiffy. It's super easy! [email protected]

Want to add the Enhanced holo-card to your collection? Absolutely! Just shoot us a PM or email, and I'll unlock your BackerKit survey in a jiffy. It's super easy! [email protected]

And now something you shouldn't miss...

Dance of Muses - A Fascinating Pure Strategy Board Game

Space Otter, a European board game producer and ENHANCED fan from the start, has just launched the campaign for their brand-new game, Dance of The Muses. It's a fabulous and intuitive board game with stunning graphics (and a lot of dice!)

And guess what? It's already rocking it on Kickstarter! If you want to reserve your copy and enjoy the various Stretch Goals like we have, check out the campaign HERE. But don't wait, the best rewards are going fast!

See you in the next update!!!

Stay safe, stay Cyberpunk

Simone, Stefano, Barbara & Mattia

Cyber-Update: Your Extra FREE Issue Is Hot Off the Press! (Plus, Insider Scoops & Cyberpunk Delights Await!)
3 months ago – Mon, Mar 25, 2024 at 09:26:34 AM

Hello Cyber-Backers,

A lightning-fast update to show you the test copy of the bonus issue included with your copy of ENHANCED Vol.2.


"...And Justice 4 All!", a 20-page spin-off dedicated to our hacker Andrea, is fresh off the press and looks like a little wonder, thanks in part to the brand-new cover specially created by our graphic artist Manolo Linares.
Just a reminder that every physical backer of ENHANCED will receive their copy of the spin-off. Digital backers will receive the digital version.

Progress Update


I'm thrilled to announce that Simone has officially completed the script for ENHANCED Vol.2. This episode boasts a whopping 90 final pages, nearly 50% more than the first installment of our saga. With the inclusion of extras and credits, the full book is set to surpass 100 pages. OH-MY-GOSH.
Stefano & Barbara are working hard to transfer everything onto the page. We're really excited about the result, and our hope is that, in every respect, the second volume of ENHANCED will be more MATURE. You want some previews, we imagine...well, here you go!

Chapter 4, Pag 20, Ink+Color
Chapter 4, Pag 10, Ink+Color
Chapter 2, Pag 3, Ink

Shipping Fees / Credit Cards


As promised, we'll wait until the END of April to start charging shipping fees/upgrades on your cards, so be ready! For added security, we'll send a reminder update a few days beforehand. 

After successfully charging your credit card, we'll begin distributing the digital copy of Enhanced Vol. 1. This way, every new reader will have the opportunity to start exploring our universe from the beginning.

Exclusive Eastern Offer in Our Pre-Order Store

Hey, do you have some cyber-lover friends that still haven't backed ENHANCED? There's some cool promo on our pre-order store maybe they're interested in! Share the word and let's them join us! HERE the link

And now something you shouldn't miss...

THE ART OF D.E.C. - Psychedelic Artbook


Davide Edoardo Cassano, a friend of ours, a cyberpunk lover, and an Italian artist expressing his universe through ink lines and watercolor brush strokes. His entire community has around HALF A MILLION FOLLOWERS.

His Kickstarter campaign "The Art of D.E.C." is doing SOOO well, close to 60K$.
The book will not only encapsulate all his best ink and watercolor illustrations (more than 120), but also two short sci-fi comic stories never printed before.

We REALLY suggest taking a look and maybe booking one of those stunning rewards, as we already did! That ArtBook promises big things!

Interested? Check out the campaign HERE, but don't wait, the campaign ends in 48 hours!

See you in the next update!!!

Stay safe, stay Cyberpunk

Simone, Stefano, Barbara & Mattia

🌟 Flash Update Alert! 🌟 - FREE Wallpapers collection UPDATED (Request yours in comment) 👾
4 months ago – Thu, Feb 29, 2024 at 08:29:58 AM

Hey CyberBackers...

🌟 Flash Update Alert! 🌟

Calling all custom wallpaper enthusiasts! We've got something special for you: the expanded collection of desktop and mobile wallpapers is now available for download. Get ready to elevate your screens with all-new Variants by Roberto Ricci, Romina Moranelli, Peacchip, Mirka Andolfo, and the official Vol.2 Covers and wallpapers by Stefano di Pietro and Barbara Salvati!

All our stunning available Mobile Wallpapers

Simply click the link below, download the files to your device, and select "set as wallpaper/lock screen"... and voila! Your devices just got a major upgrade!

--- Official Wallpaper Download Folder ---

Mirka Andolfo's Variant - Desktop Wallpaper
Sybilla by Stefano di Pietro - Desktop Wallpaper
Andrea & Sybilla by Stefano di Pietro -  Desktop Wallpaper
Metro Variant Cover by Stefano Di Pietro - Desktop Wallpaper

Can't find your absolute favorite illustration? Drop a request in the comments, and let's work some magic!

🚨 Attention to 80 backers who haven't filled out their survey yet! 🚨

Hey there, folks! Just a quick reminder that we can't send out your rewards without your address. Don't miss out—fill out your survey pronto! Get your survey HERE

🌟 Spotlight Moment 🌟

We've got some exciting news to share! One of our very own backers Monty Nero is currently running a Kickstarter campaign to fund their brand new cyberpunk graphic novel (and who doesn't love cyberpunk graphic novels, right?). And guess what? It's soaring high!

Death Sentence: Cyberpunk - CHROME ROSES, transports you to The Tract, a future city built on the ashes of a world destroyed by a pandemic viral catastrophe. It mixes cyberpunk, noir, and murder mystery into an atmospheric masterpiece simply described as "Blade Runner meets Hellboy

Naturally, we've shown our support by backing it ourselves (opting for the digital bundle)—and we highly recommend you do too HERE! But hurry, because these are the last 36 hours!

Until our next update,

Simone, Stefano, Barbara & Mattia

88% BackerKit Surveys Completed 🚀 Closing on Feb. 15, 2024 🗓️ + Exciting News and New Footage Premiered 📷 for All Backers
5 months ago – Mon, Feb 05, 2024 at 08:27:58 AM

Hello CyberBackers!

How's the start of the new year treating you? Hopefully well! We have some significant updates regarding surveys, along with the premiere of some exciting new footage!

🚀Woo-Hoo! 88% Completed

BackerKit Surveys were out only for 23 days, and today a whopping 88% of our backers filled in their surveys! Well done! 🥳

As we had already mentioned, we confirm that we'll close the surveys on Feb. 15, 2024, one month after opening them. This is because we're working hard to meet our deadlines and by the end of February we would like to have a pretty realistic estimate of the stuff we have to produce. Softcovers, Hardcovers, Variants, all the add-ons...we really have a huge amount to send to print!

Hurry up and have your orders finalized by that day! 

What does that mean? Choose your preferred pledge, confirming the Kickstarter one or choosing to upgrade and add as many add-ons as you want. Apparently the hard work done together with the Backerkit staff has paid off, the Survey is working well and a great many of you have decided to enrich their experience. 

We want to remind you that if you do not complete the Survey that Backerkit sent you, we will not be able to send you your reward. So if you still have postponed, please do it now!

After the Pledge Manager closes, you will still be able to update your shipping address before shipping starts. Don't worry if you need  the book ship to a different address. We will send a reminder out before  shipping starts to update any shipping addresses.

Last Chance to UPGRADE your pledge and and grab exclusive add-ons 

Inside the survey, you will have the Last Chance to UPGRADE your pledge and and grab exclusive add-ons and unique items. These limited-time discounted Kickstarter prices won't be available again!

Top-rated UPGRADE choices ⬆️

Switching from soft cover to hard cover and from one book to two or more. And among the most popular add-ons, HOLOGRAPHIC CARDS COLLECTORS PACK and Vol.2 METRO DUST JACKETS stand out! And if you need some help, check the previous update, i made a tutorial video to make it easy for you.

"Look this is me" and "Handmade Signed Sketch" Backers

We're aware that many of you are excited to share your choices or send us your photos! For those fortunate backers who secured ultra-exclusive appearances in Nu-Tokyo, we sent out photo requests few day ago via email and Kickstarter messages, so please check your inbox(or maybe the spam) and reply ASAP.

Moreover, we'll soon be sending out requests to all backers who reserved a sketch from Stefano to learn about your chosen character for this unique item! We're eager to hear about your preferences!

Ehy Simone, I can't find the survey ...😟

Keep calm, and don't panic! We have your back:

  • Double-check the email you signed in to Kickstarter
  • If you authenticate through Facebook, check your Facebook login email.
  • Add BackerKit email to your address book and make sure you have not marked the email as spam.
  • Search inbox, spam folder, or archive for emails with the  following subject lines:   Response Needed -- Get your reward for  Project Name or Reminder -- Response needed to deliver your reward for  Project Name
  • If you still cannot find the survey, ask for another one HERE 
     

Update Your Apple ID Email🍎

If you have logged in with your Apple ID, but do not have an Apple  Pay account, check out the steps below to make sure you receive your BackerKit survey.

👇 Here's what your need to do:

  1. Open the following link: https://enhanced-a-cyberpunk-graphic-novel.backerkit.com/faq#project-faq
  2. Fill in your current Apple ID email under the "What is your email?" section.
  3. Select the "I am having trouble filling out my survey" option.
  4. Request BackerKit to change your current Apple ID email to the new one.

What's next?

Hard work and staying consistently updated are our top priorities right now! We're putting in the effort to finalize the remaining pages of the story without compromising the exceptional quality that has brought you, dear Backer, to this point! Take a look below to see how the work is progressing. What are your thoughts? Your comments are always more than welcome!

Chapter 4 - Page 24 (Ink WIP)
Chapter 4 - Page 25 (Ink WIP)

Would you like more? 

Remember that there is an exclusive Club where we can discuss ENHANCED, you can ask whatever you want, and most importantly where previews come sooner than anywhere else. This place is our private Facebook group (more than 1200 Members) which you can JOIN HERE!

Check this! Just Launched...EMERALD FANTASIES #1 - One-Shot Comic by Pat Shand & Friends

ENHANCED artist and co-creator, Stefano di Pietro, has recently joined a prominent New York comic creators group. Now, he's part of the creative team behind EMERALD FANTASIES, a 32-page one-shot comic tailored for mature readers. This captivating comic features three dazzling fantasy stories crafted by Pat Shand and Space Between Entertainment – the same team behind the compelling comics such as Destiny NY, Cheeky, I Summoned Cthulhu to Fund My Kickstarter, Prison Witch, and many more. Stefano's artwork is prominently featured in the main chapter of Destiny NY! Check it HERE

We send you a huge hug, have a stunning beginning of 2024. Speak soon!

Simone, Stefano, Barbara & Mattia