Happy Holidays and an Arachna 4 Update
4 months ago
– Wed, Dec 24, 2025 at 11:30:07 AM
Hi everyone,
With the holidays upon us, we wanted to take a moment to wish you a happy holiday season and thank you for supporting Arachna Volume 4.
Your backing is the foundation of this book. Creator-owned comics rely on readers who are willing to support the work directly, and your support allows us to continue telling Arachna’s story independently.
Carlos is working on the last pages of Arachna 4, and we look forward to unveiling Arachna's origin which is not for the faint of heart.
Thank you again for standing behind this project and for supporting X53 Studios. We cannot make these books without you.
Wishing you a great holiday season and a strong start to the new year.
Best regards,
X53 Studios
Arachna 4 Update – Final Thumbnails Are In
4 months ago
– Mon, Dec 08, 2025 at 04:46:15 PM
Hey everyone—quick Arachna 4 update.
Carlos has just submitted the final page thumbnails, and this book is shaping up to be an absolute rollercoaster. The pacing, the tension, the psychological beats—everything we’ve been building toward is hitting hard in these last chapters. Once Carlos moves into final pencils, we’ll share more previews.
Support Tayanna – New Trading Card Unlock Revealed
If you haven’t checked it out yet, our Tayanna campaign is in its final days. We just revealed the first “Tayanna in Trouble” trading card by Val Jr., which unlocked at $25,000 and gets added automatically to every physical pledge. Two more cards unlock at $30K and $35K to complete the set.
If you enjoy Arachna, you’ll definitely want Tayanna on your shelf—same world, same edge, same energy.
👉 Back the Tayanna campaign here.
Arachna #1 – Redg Vicente Variant (1 Copy Left)
Also, a heads-up: we have one remaining copy of the Arachna #1 Redg Vicente variant in the add-ons for Tayanna.
Thanks, as always, for riding with us. More updates soon.
New Short Story Added to the Deluxe Hardcover Edition
5 months ago
– Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 08:44:57 AM
Hi everyone,
We’ve got a fun surprise for all of you who backed the Deluxe Hardcover Edition of Arachna Volume 4.
We’re adding a brand-new, fully illustrated short story by artist Carlos Granda, titled “Laundry Day.” This is a stand-alone tale that shows Arachna in one of her most unexpected, chaotic, and hilarious situations yet.
On a rare night off, Jennie “Arachna” Janus finds herself with no costume, no clothes, and no time—because three street thugs picked the wrong New York granny to rob. What follows is fast, frantic, and absolutely classic Arachna: shadow-lit action, sharp humor, and one unforgettable splash page that may go down as one of the most talked-about images in the series.
This short will be exclusive to the Deluxe Hardcover Edition as a bonus feature, sitting alongside the main story, promotion galleries, main story in black and white, and behind-the-scenes content.
Thank you again for pushing this campaign forward. We love giving you more for your support, and this one is going to be a blast.
If you’re enjoying the world of X53 Studios and want even more pulp adventure, don’t forget to back Tayanna the Jungle Girl!
It’s live now and brings all the raw jungle action, danger, and exotic pulp energy you expect from us. If you love the wild side of comics, Tayanna delivers.
X53 Studios
Arachna 4 — Production Update
6 months ago
– Sun, Nov 02, 2025 at 01:58:01 PM
Hey backers and adventure fans, things are ramping up nicely! The artwork’s progressing right on schedule, packed with crisp details. The trading cards have been printed and they look killer. Every physical backer will receive these.
The Peril Swimsuit Issue is also coming together strong. A few pieces are definitely on the steamier side (can’t share those here, lol).
Thanks for all your support!
Get Notified: Tayanna Kickstarter
Next up in the X53 universe: Tayanna — The Jungle Girl.
She’s fierce, cunning, and trapped in a world where survival means outsmarting both man and beast. This new book vibes deep into classic jungle peril, dangerous encounters, and raw, untamed adventure — all brought to life with stunning art and pulpy energy.
Click “Notify me on launch” on the Tayanna pre-launch page to grab your Day 1 bonuses and be there when the next wild chapter begins.
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Arachna 4 Production Update: On Schedule and Growing
6 months ago
– Fri, Oct 17, 2025 at 09:33:36 AM
Hi everyone,
Arachna 4 is on schedule, and the pages are coming together beautifully. We have decided to add four extra story pages to make sure this chapter gets the space it deserves.
We are also thinking about making the hardcovers oversized at no additional charge for backers. Carlos’ artwork is filled with detail, and a larger format would make a real difference in how it looks on the page. Added note: Current size is 6.625 x 10.25. The new size we're thinking about will be 7.75 x 12.
Let us know what you think about this idea in the comments. Your feedback will help us decide.
To hold you over until the next update, here’s a sneak peek from the upcoming X53 Swimsuit Peril Issue, featuring Falconet in peril.
Thank you for your continued support of Arachna and X53 Studios.
