Arachna 4 Digital Edition Update
3 months ago
– Sat, May 23, 2026 at 10:12:04 AM
Hi Everyone,
We wanted to let everyone know that there was an error in the original Arachna 4 Digital Edition file, with one page accidentally repeated.
That issue has now been fixed.
An updated version of the digital file was deployed through BackerKit today around 1 PM EST (Saturday). Please use the new link from BackerKit to download the corrected edition.
Thank you for your patience, and thank you to everyone who reached out to let us know. We appreciate you helping us catch it.
X53 Studios
Arachna 4 Digital Edition Has Been Released
3 months ago
– Sun, May 17, 2026 at 12:25:05 PM
You've been patient. Here's what was worth the wait.
The Arachna 4 Digital Edition is officially out, and along with all digital editions including Swimsuit Issue Volume 2: Peril Edition. Your download links are provided through BackerKit, so check your email if you haven't already.
Arachna 4 is a major chapter in her story. What you're seeing now, the fractured identity, the trauma underneath, has been the plan since Volume 1. We've been building toward this from the beginning, and this issue is where it fully surfaces. The result isn't pleasant or easy or clean. It's not supposed to be. It's the most personal story we've told in this universe, and it pushes Arachna into territory we've been quietly setting up all along.
This issue also marks a creative shift: A. Khan joins Martti Kauppinen as co-writer, bringing a tighter focus on character psychology and the darker edges of the X53 universe. You'll feel the difference. Carlos brings that vision to life on art, with Javi Laparra's colors setting the tone on every page. The issue also includes Laundry Day, a short story written and drawn by Carlos Granda with colors by Javi, and it's not one to skip.
If you loved Laundry Day, there's more coming. We'll be publishing short stories like it on our Patreon, giving our writes and artists room to explore the X53 universe between issues. Subscribe to our emails to stay in the loop as more details drop soon.
Swimsuit Issue Volume 2: Peril Edition is a completely different beast. Carlos Granda, Val Jr., and Daniel Pascual all brought their A-game, with Javi coloring throughout, and that energy is all over it. Let's just say Corporate Comics wouldn't touch this. Their loss.
Now we want to hear from you. Email us directly or drop feedback in the comments. What did you think of Arachna 4? What landed? What hit hard? The team reads everything, so don't be shy.
Thanks for your support!
X53 Studios
Arachna 4 Update: Print, Digital, and Final Order Counts
4 months ago
– Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 01:04:04 PM
Hi Everyone,
Arachna 4 is going to the printer, and final print counts are below.
Arachna 4 Deluxe Hardcover: 150
Arachna 4 Softcover: 400
Exposed Cover Set: 50
Arachna Peril Print: 30
X53 Swimsuit Issue: 250
A couple of important notes: the Exposed Cover Set and Arachna Peril Print are both limited, one-and-done items that will not be reprinted. The Peril Print is capped at 30 copies total. This includes overprinting by about 10% in case anyone wants to add to their order, but once that overage is gone, that’s it.
The digital files will be released next week.
If you haven’t filled out your survey yet, please do it now. We need it to lock in your shipping address and reward selections. You can complete it here:
https://arachna4.backerkit.com
Be sure to use the same email address connected to your pledge.
Meanwhile check out the preview of the X53 Swimsuit Issue Wraparound Cover by Carlos Granda.
X53 Studios
Arachna 4 BackerKit Surveys Are Out: Please Complete Yours
4 months ago
– Tue, Apr 14, 2026 at 10:56:21 AM
Hi Everyone,
All BackerKit surveys for Arachna 4 have now been distributed.
If you didn’t receive yours, please click here and enter the email you used for your pledge. BackerKit will resend the survey to you.
Please make sure you complete your survey as soon as you can, since this is how we confirm your details and ship your order (including your address for any physical items) and get a total print count.
Also, if you would like to add anything to your order, now is the time. Add-ons are open, including the X53 Swimsuit Issue: Peril Edition (see below for Falconet peril).
Thank you again for backing Arachna 4 and supporting our campaigns.
X53 Studios
Action Needed: Arachna 4 BackerKit Survey
4 months ago
– Mon, Apr 13, 2026 at 11:28:34 AM
Hi Everyone,
BackerKit surveys for Arachna 4 are now being deployed and should be fully distributed within the next 24 hours.
Please make sure you fill out your survey, since surveys are how we confirm and ship all orders.
Inside BackerKit, you will be able to:
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Add add-ons to your order
- Confirm or update your shipping address
Thank you again for backing Arachna 4 and for supporting our campaigns. We appreciate it, and we look forward to hearing your feedback once the book is in your hands.
In the meantime, please enjoy this Laundry Day preview. This short story by Carlos Granda will be included in the digital edition of Arachna 4 and in the Deluxe Hardcover edition.
X53 Studios
