Wooden Update: summer break!
What's up lovely people!
As you might have noticed, our output volume has sneakily grown over the years. Not that long ago, we would make comics with four panels, Tuesday Choosedays without any backgrounds and no Fakemon, and now we regularly have weeks with 8-panel comics (+ 6 bonus panels), Tuesday Choosedays with four options and detailed backgrounds, and full three stage Fakemon evolution lines, while it's still only little old me drawing it all. What I'm getting at is that maintaining this amount of content on a consistent basis has been taking its toll on me, especially during weeks like these, where I don't have any interns helping me out.
But don't fret, I'm not quitting or anything. I'm just taking a little summer break to recharge because HOO BOY do I need it.
That being said... the revival arc has been SO much fun to make and I absolutely thrive on the Patron input, both with the Fakemon and revival ideas. You guys are absolutely amazing and I'm very, very proud of the community we've build.
I got some very wild twists and turns planned to wrap the revival arc story up, but before I do that I'm going to rest up for a bit. This is the schedule for the remainder of August:
So in short: regular content week next week, then a shitpost week (always fun), then a two week break and then we're back to regular content.
Some interesting things have been happening behind the screens by the way. We've moved offices, for example. The new office is, quite literally, a wooden plank office, since it's this super cozy... attic-like space with a very high ceiling and many wooden beams. We're still renovating and working on it, but it's going to be extremely cute. It's also a two minute walk from my home, which saves me a lot of time every day. Also, in September, TWO new interns will start, so hopefully our days will be a lot less stressful when it's three people working on the comics instead of one. So with all these changes going on, hopefully we'll soon have time to finally get some work done on new projects and things that have been on the backburner for ages now, for example:
- Patron portraits (old reward)
- New tier rewards in general
- Art streams from the cozy office
- New merch
- Hidden Details rewards
But for now, I'll have to ask you all for forgiveness for this little summer break. But hey, I either take a break or I die and then you won't have any comics at all :')
Drop any questions you might have below and I'll do my best to answer them!
Have a great summer and be sure to stay hydrated!
Cheers,
Abel
Comments (32)
Are you going to take this vacation for the ending to have some spicy suspense? Regardless I think in the end Sephiroth is going to kill everyone again and Byleth will time travel and prevent everyone from drinking the drink in the first place, then Sephiroth gets beaten up and Cloud ends up getting all the credit. Anyway, enjoy your vacation... I wish cryogenic sleep was a thing.
Can't wait to see the ultimate twist for the conclusion of the Revival Arc. Thank you for all your hard work, Abel!
Hey, no problem. Recharge those batteries when you guys need to. I’m content with finally seeing this Wendigo Fakemon
Take a break from drawing before drawing breaks you 😉
Take some well deserved R&R mate.
Yeah birthday comic!!
The waiting making it all the more worth it because we know you give us quality or quantity
So what are you going to do since Little Mac Is a baby and Snake is in the underworld and Byleth is out somewhere also Sephiroth is somewhere for a comic now Wooden plank studios??
I'm so glad you're taking a break. You have rocked this so hard that I was actually getting worried.
Have a good break! Good luck with all the rewards.
Yeees king take that break you've earned it!
No worries dude, everyone needs a break every now and then.
I love your work and I’m so glad to hear you’re doing what you need to do to take care of yourself! I can’t wait to see how the end of the revival arc turns out!
I'd honestly like to see you stream if you ever feel like it. Bonus idea: streams where you play games with your readers.
You deserve the break
Man, you have been giving is amazing content for years and even more amazing content that last few months which got better and better. Take the time, relax, and show off that boss body, bro! Thank you for the wonderful work.
art streams! art streams! art streams!
You've always been muscular and handsome in my eyes ♥️
Get this man a beer, he deserves it
Totally understand man. You’ve done such a great job with your content, but I can understand that it can be stressful and time consuming. Enjoy your break!
You have devoted a lot of time into these comic pages, and I would agree that a summer break is more than in order for you. Take care to rest up plenty and attend to any other matters you wish to in the meantime at a comfortable place. We look forward to when you return after your break, and we wish you the best regards. 🙂
Enjoy you break you deserve it
Take all the time you need buddy. You guys spend so much time entertaining us, you should at least take a break to cool off.
Have a great break, you’ve definitely earned it!
A summer break is a must we the fans will still be here when you get back
I am in favor of the situation that isn't "die." Enjoy your break and rest well.
After you get back, what will be Sephiroth’s harmless friendly fate once all fighters have been revived?
Stuck in an endless death loop like Diavolo /s
Enjoy the break. You deserve it.
Okay. Take as much time as you need.
Enjoy your break and take all the time you need king. We'll be here when you get back
Have fun! 🌞❤️❤️❤️