Jesse Wolfe - The Legend of Kyyden #2 & Building an Original Fantasy Universe

How do you turn the stories in your head into an original fantasy universe and then convince people to care about it?Jesse Wolfe joins the USDN Podcast to discuss The Legend of Kyyden #2, his journey from writing novellas to creating independent comics, and everything he's learned while building a creator-owned fantasy series from the ground up.What began as stories Jesse simply needed to get out of his head has grown into an ambitious creator-owned fantasy world with a long-term story still waiting to unfold. With The Legend of Kyyden #2 launching on Kickstarter October 12, Jesse takes us behind the pages of Kyyden and the realities of turning an idea into a comic, finding an audience for it, and continuing to build when you're responsible for far more than simply writing the story.Topics CoveredThe journey from writing novellas to creating comicsThe origins and philosophy behind The Legend of KyydenBuilding an original fantasy universeIntroducing readers to Kyyden through DimitriLearning from constructive criticismProtecting your creative vision as an indie creatorBuilding an audience and community around independent comicsReturning to Kickstarter for Issue #2Creating different editions for different audiencesPlanning a long-form creator-owned comic seriesThe realities of learning every part of independent comic productionJesse's influences and the future of The Legend of KyydenSupport The Legend of Kyyden #2🚀 Kickstarter - Launching October 12:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ubwriter/legend-of-kyyden-1-2-a-robust-fantasy-action-comic-series?ref=72140z🌐 Follow Jesse Wolfe:https://linktr.ee/jwstorytellingConnect with the USDN Podcast🎙️ Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast🔗 Follow USDN Everywhere:https://linktr.ee/usdn_podcast👥 Join the Council of Nerds Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/usdnpodcast❤️ Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/cw/thedfpnSupport Our Affiliate Partner📦 BCW SuppliesUse code USDN to save on your next order.https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdnUSDN may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through this affiliate link.Business / Media Inquiries📧 thechairman@usdnpodcast.comIf you enjoy conversations with independent comic creators, Kickstarter spotlights, worldbuilding, and behind-the-scenes looks at creator-owned comics, subscribe and follow the USDN Podcast wherever you listen.The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life.