Are you a Edgerunners & Ghost in the Shell Fan? ENHANCED is for you!
A 100+ Full Color Books 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:
Time to lock addresses🚨+ Timeline Update🕐 + Digital Copies Incoming!📲
over 1 year ago
– Thu, Nov 07, 2024 at 08:04:14 AM
Hey, Cyberbackers!
Let’s get straight to it—here’s the latest update:
🚨 Lock Your Address Now! 🚨
Big news! In just 48 hours, we’ll be locking your shipping addresses and starting to pass the details to our logistics team. That means we’re just a few steps away from getting ENHANCED Vol.2 to your doorstep! 🚀📦 If you’ve moved since filling out your survey back in spring, now’s the time to hit that Backerkit Survey HERE and make sure your rewards end up where they should. Got trouble with the process? No worries! Shoot us a message at [email protected] —we’re here to help!
Timeline Alert! 🕐
We know you’re itching to dive into Vol.2! Here’s the scoop: the final version went to print on October 30. Give it 15-16 business days, and, if all goes smoothly, we’re aiming to have those books in our hands by the last week of November. Once they arrive, we’re kicking off the boxing and shipping frenzy! Our mission? To get your rewards to you before Christmas. 🎄🎁
Digital Copies Incoming! 📲
Just a bit more tweaking to perfect those colors for digital, and then Vol.2 will hit your inbox! Keep an eye out around Friday, November 15—and don’t forget to check spam (just in case)! As usual. Backerkit will send you a custom link for your digital download. (English and Italian languages are in the same .zip file).
Pro-Tip for Physical Backers🥸:
We know you’re stoked to see where ENHANCED takes you next! When your digital copy lands, I recommend taking a peek at the first few chapters, admiring Stefano’s incredible art… but save the full read for the physical experience! This volume packs some heavy-hitting moments, crafted to hit you right in the feels. If you can hold out, you’ll appreciate every page even more as you turn each one in print. 📖✨
While You Wait… 🤘
Check out these two killer, Italian-made projects that we’re proud to support!
For anyone who missed out on this incredible campaign for an amazing book (I got my copy two weeks ago, and if you love sci-fi and art, this is a must-have!), they’ll be back for just a few days!
From November 25th to Cyber Monday, The Art of Dec is dropping an exclusive collector’s edition that combines stunning visuals with captivating storytelling. Perfect for fans of imaginative art, and just in time for the holidays! Want early access to deals and updates? Learn more HERE
I'm also thrilled to share more about Gates of Krystalia with you! At its heart, this a tabletop role-playing game that blends the excitement of fantasy adventure with the unique elements of isekai anime. I love it! They did so great during the live campaign and...good news, late pledges are still available HERE!
Drawing inspiration from modern anime and light novels, it creates a world brimming with magic, creativity, and endless possibilities. The full-color manual is packed with evocative illustrations and features an innovative design, making learning and gameplay quick, easy, and immersive.
Meanwhile, for exclusive behind-the-scenes access, special content, connections with fellow sci-fi/cyberpunk enthusiasts, and answers to your questions, I'd love for you to join our Facebook Private Group (No Spam, No hate, Just Updates + Fun).
Thanks again for being the best cyberpunk crew around! Can’t wait to get ENHANCED into your hands. Until then, stay tuned, stay hyped, and stay cyberpunk!
Simone
🚀 ENHANCED VOL. 2 IS READY! 📽️ NEW TEASER 📦 TIME TO LOCK ADDRESSES 🔒 UPDATED TIMELINE 🗓️ (AND MORE 🎶)
over 1 year ago
– Wed, Oct 16, 2024 at 08:00:21 AM
Hey Cyberbackers! 🌞👋
Summer may be over, but guess what’s heating up? Your copy of ENHANCED is headed to print! 🚀🔥 First, a huge thanks from the bottom of my heart for your patience and incredible support. ENHANCED truly has the best cyberpunk community ever! BTW Let’s dive into some super cool updates and get you hyped for what’s coming:
ENHANCED Vol.2 is COMPLETE!
Yes, you read that right! Volume 2 is done, and we can’t wait for you to read it.
108 pages of pure cyberpunk mood! This volume means so much to me, as I’ve had the space to dive deeper into the characters and give them more depth, compared to the first volume, which was more of an introduction. I’ve poured everything into making sure the story stays coherent and engaging.
Meanwhile, Stefano has refined his art style, showcasing a more dynamic and expressive touch, using different brushes and techniques for each chapter.
But enough talk—check out this teaser I’ve prepared for you!
Time to Lock Your Address
As the shipping of physical copies approaches, it's time to lock in your shipping details. If you need to update the address for your rewards, please do so now! You can either update it through your Backerkit account (preferred) or by emailing us at [email protected]. You can find your survey HERE
New (Stronger) Packaging!
After a few unfortunate overseas shipping experiences, we’ve decided to up our game. For European deliveries, we’ll stick with our iconic branded envelopes, but for all non-EU backers, we’re going with reinforced book packaging.
These are the sturdiest on the market, offering extreme protection for your comics. While they're quite expensive for us, we want to ensure that your rewards arrive in perfect condition, especially considering the shipping costs you already paid.
Updated Timeline
The hard work on Volume 2 is done. The print-ready PDF (aka "Zero Copy") has already been sent to Skillpress, our trusted collaborator. We expect to receive it within the next 24-48 hours. From there, it usually takes about 3-4 days for our colorists and letterers to make final tweaks. Vol.2 need to be perfect. Once this last step is complete, we’ll officially go to print all the 1407 copies for you. Unless we face any unforeseen delays, we anticipate delivering the digital copies by mid-November, with physical copies shipping out before Christmas. Stay tuned for the next update, where we’ll provide more precise dates. We can’t wait to send you your books and hear your feedback!
Original Soundtrack
As soon as Volume 2 goes into print, I’ll be diving into composing and recording the new soundtrack. I’ve got plenty of ideas buzzing in my head, and I can’t wait to bring them to life. Honestly, the positive feedback I received on the previous soundtrack was a bit unexpected, as composing isn’t my primary focus. But that feedback has pushed me to raise the bar for this next one. As usual, you will find it on all the major streaming platform and I'll be happy to share the .mp3/.wav files under your request. BTW do you already listen to the Vol.1 OST? If no, please do it now HERE and let me know your feedback!
Last Call for Late Pledges!!!
We’re finalizing orders and preparing to go to print in the coming days, so if you have friends who missed out on our second campaign, now’s the time to share the link to our late pledge store! It’ll only be open for a few more days. Check our store HERE
That’s it for now! The next update will be coming very soon!
Thanks again for sticking with us throughout this journey. Stay safe, stay cyberpunk, and don’t forget to connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, X and TikTok!
🎯 FINAL PUSH: 🤟 LAST SNEAK PEEKS 👀 + FREE STICKERS 🎁 + DISCORD SURVEY 🗳️ (AND MORE 🎉)
over 1 year ago
– Wed, Sep 04, 2024 at 08:04:44 AM
From Vol.2 Chapter 8 "The Factory"
Hey Enhanced Fam,
It's been a while since our last check-in back in July, and we know many of you are eagerly awaiting this update. Thanks for your patience—it’s time to bring you up to speed on where we’re at with Volume 2 and what’s next!
🚨 Volume 2: Almost There! 🚨
We’re super close to wrapping up Vol.2! Stefano is currently hard at work on the final 5 pages, putting the finishing touches on what we believe will be our best work yet. About a week ago, after reviewing the script, we decided to add two additional pages to the final chapter, bumping the page count from 89 to 91 (or 104, including all the extra content). These extra pages allow us to deliver the ending this volume deserves. We know you’re anxious to get your hands on it, but we’re taking the time to ensure every panel is perfect. Quality over speed, right?
To give you a taste of what’s coming, here are two fresh pages from the final chapter. These are the last sneak peeks we can share without spoiling too much (Colors coming soon):
From Vol.2 Chap 10 - "Neuromancer"
From Vol.2 Chap 10 - "Neuromancer"
🎨 Coloring and Lettering Updates
Our dynamic colorist duo, Davide and Simone, are fully immersed in their work, focusing on the last two chapters that need coloring. They’re putting everything they’ve got into making these pages pop with vibrant cyberpunk energy. Meanwhile, Barbara is nearly done with the lettering in both English and Italian, ensuring the dialogue flows smoothly in both languages. And of course, our dedicated editor, Vince Castino, is meticulously combing through the text, catching all my (many) English mistakes. I’m getting better, I swear!
From Vol.2 Chapter 8 "The Factory"
🎉 Mirka Andolfo Vol.1 Variant - Back in Stock!
Thanks to the success of this campaign, we’ve done a reprint of Vol.1, and with it, a super limited restock of Mirka Andolfo’s sold-out variant cover.
A few copies are still up for grabs, so if you haven’t snagged one yet, hit me up at[email protected], and we’ll add it to your order. And please, Don’t fall for the scalpers on eBay charging over $80 for THIS Variant —shame on them! —stay punk, not corporate.
🌟 Review Vol.1 on Amazon & Get Free Stickers!
If you’ve already read the digital version of Volume 1 that we sent out in May, we’d really appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review on Amazon. It’s a huge help for us as we try to reach new readers who might not be familiar with crowdfunding. Amazon isn’t our main platform, but it’s a great way to get Enhanced in front of new eyes across the globe.
Plus, if you let us know after you post your review, we’ll throw in an extra sticker pack with your order—different from the ones in the collector’s pack! Just write the review and send us a PM or an email, we'll add the bonus stickers pack to your package. Follow your Amazon link and post your feedback!
🎨 Original Art Collectors—Your Moment Has Arrived!
For those of you who’ve reserved original one-of-a-kind art pages from Vol.2, we’ll be sending out a private link (via email, the backerkit one) within the next 48 hours. You’ll be able to select your favorite pages from the available options. Each piece is a unique, authenticated Fine Art print, signed by Stefano himself. These prints are A3-sized and produced on museum-quality paper that’s built to last. If you didn’t reserve one but are interested, there’s still a chance to get your hands on one—just let us know at [email protected].
Just Some of the Original Fine Art Signed Pages Available. Every page is one-of-a-kind.
📊 Discord Server—Yes or No? Please VOTE.
We’ve been toying with the idea of creating a dedicated Discord server for the Enhanced community. It could be a great place to discuss our work, upcoming Kickstarter campaigns, and anything cyberpunk or sci-fi. But we don’t want to start something that won’t be active. So, we’re asking for your input: would you join? Let us know by commenting "Discord YES" or "Discord NO" below.
🎯 Timeline Coming Soon
In our next update, which won’t be too far off, we’ll be able to share a finalized timeline for the release of the digital versions, as well as the printing and shipping schedules. We’re as eager as you are to get Vol.2 into your hands, and we appreciate your patience as we finalize these details.
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Thanks again for sticking with us through this journey.
Stay safe, stay cyberpunk, and don’t forget to let us know about Discord!
See you in the next update, Simone
🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE: 🤟 VOL. 2 PRINTED COVER REVEAL 📖 + HOLO CARDS ✨ + TIMELINE UPDATE 🗓️ (AND MORE 🎉)
over 1 year ago
– Thu, Aug 01, 2024 at 08:25:32 AM
Hello CyberBackers!
We're back in the digital 'hood with some neon-soaked updates for those who pre-ordered Vol. 2 of our graphic novel. Grab your cyber-decks and let's dive in!
TIMEFRAME UPDATE: WE'RE RUNNING A BIT LATE, CHOOMS
So, here’s the lowdown: we’re behind schedule, but it’s for 2 main solid reasons.
First off, Vol. 2 of ENHANCED is gonna be over 90 pages, which is nearly 50% more than our first ride. I wanted to make sure the story hit a certain point (...and oh boy, it does!) and added a couple of extra chapters to clear up some plot deets. The first volume was just the intro, this time you’re gonna get to know the characters and the story in a deep, meaningful way.
Adding those 30 extra pages means we need at least 2-3 more months to nail down the writing, drawing, coloring, and lettering. And the other reason?...
Stefano's a New Dad! Yep, this winter, Stefano welcomed his baby boy Gabriel into the world. It took a bit for him to get back into the groove, but now he’s back full-throttle, with Gabriel chillin’ by his side.
So, YES, we’re behind the original timeline.Sorry! Realistically, we’re aiming to finish by late summer/early fall. Digital copies will drop immediately, and we’ll hit the print button for physical copies right after. Wrapping up this campaign pronto is crucial for us, so we can start gearing up for the grand finale of this trilogy – our biggest Kickstarter campaign yet!
NEW COLORIST ON THE TEAM
To speed things up, we brought in a second colorist to team up with Barbara. Meet Davide Malantuono, a talented young Italian artist who's been making waves abroad. Give Davide a warm welcome and check out his work on Instagram!
WE'VE BEEN BUSY BEES
...and now, here comes the great news! Check out the video previewing both covers of Vol. 2 – the official one from Stefano and Barbara plus the variant by Peacchip. Check tho 3D Holo work! They blew our minds, especially the variant!
Wanna add the Peacchip Variant Cover to your order? You still can! Hit us up in the comments or email us at [email protected], and we’ll hook you up via Backerkit. Easy peasy!
...AND THERE'S MORE!
The final versions of the holographic trading cards are in, and they’re spectacular! We upgraded them to have one fully iridescent side and another matte side with iridescent metallic writing. Huge props to our graphic wizard Manolo Linares for this masterpiece. Each deck comes wrapped in protective cellophane.
Want to snag a deck? Luckily, we printed 10 decks extra, but they’ll go fast! Comment below or email us at [email protected] to add them to your Backerkit order. Easy as pie!
VOL. 1 IS GETTING A REPRINT!
Due to high demand, we’re reprinting all editions of Vol. 1 – softcover, hardcover, and the Mirka Andolfo variant (limited copies to keep that collector's value high). The reprint started today and should arrive by late August.
For those who pre-ordered both volumes: did you get your digital copy of Vol. 1, right? If not, let us know and we’ll sort it out!
FOR OUR ORIGINAL ART BACKERS
Once we finish revising all the inked pages, we’ll email those of you who reserved a fine-art, original, autographed page from Vol. 2. Just like last time, you’ll get to preview the pages and pick your favorite.
Wanna become an art collector and grab an original fine art page by Stefano? We still have some available, and they’re all stunning! Comment below or email us at [email protected] to add them to your Backerkit order. Help yourself!
NEW PAGES PREVIEW
We’ve got loads of new pages to show you, but space is tight, so we’ve picked a few of our faves. Check them out!
Pag 16 From Vol.2 Chapter 4
Pag 40 and 41 From Vol.2 Chapter 7
Pag 48 From Vol.2 Chapter 8
LAST CALL FOR PRE-ORDERS!
Once Vol. 2 is done, we’re heading straight to print. Got a friend who’s curious about ENHANCED but hasn’t joined the family yet? Or want to grab a cool gift? Or just wanna add something to your pledge? Now’s the time! Visit our pre-order store before we hit the print button!
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.
SKETCHES ARE READY! (...JUST A QUICK UPDATE) 🤩🤩🤩
almost 2 years ago
– Wed, Jun 26, 2024 at 09:47:48 AM
Hoorray! The sketches are ready!
Hey CyberBackers! Here are just a few of the many handmade sketches by Stefano Di Pietro for the Volume 2 Kickstarter campaign—24 in total! If you're one of the lucky ones who reserved a sketch, they will soon be signed and dedicated, then shipped along with your copy of Enhanced.
Besides the usual favorites, Andrea and Heather, this year’s new character, the icy corporate Janine Wenders, received a flood of requests!
VOL.2 NEW SNEAK PEEK
from Vol.2, Chapter 2 - pag4
from Vol.2, Chapter 2 - pag5
We're excited to let you know that next month we'll be sharing an updated timeline for the completion of Volume 2. We've added a significant number of pages, which might extend our schedule a bit, but rest assured, we're working hard to keep any delays to a minimum.
As always, we are committed to being transparent and honest with you. Thank you for your continued support and patience!
🌟 Spotlight Moment 🌟
Mark Russell's Traveling to Mars Exclusive Hardcover Edition
This is something we definitely wouldn't want you to miss! From Eisner Award winning writer Mark Russell and artist Roberto Meli comes the Eisner-nominated compelling sci-fi story This campaign offers the critically acclaimed 11-issue Traveling to Mars comic book series plus cover gallery and RARE behind the scenes material in digital, softcover, hardcover and slipcase formats. Check the last 24 hours of their stunning campaign HERE
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