"Not My Son" | Chapter 7 starts where the concurrent narratives of Chapters 5 and 6 ended... Will finally coming face to face with Diamond. This is going to be quite the conversation | Read Chapters 1-6 now at gemstoneheroes.com

"Not My Son" | Chapter 7 starts where the concurrent narratives of Chapters 5 and 6 ended... Will finally coming face to face with Diamond. This is going to be quite the conversation | Read Chapters 1-6 now at gemstoneheroes.com

Front cover artwork for Gemstone Heroes Chapter 7: The Letter. Every chapter's illustrations feels harder than the last. The last two chapters are written, but it's about finding the time in my busy life to get this thing through and done.

"Taking Flight" - I can't remember if I uploaded this before, but it is one of my favourites from Chapter 2. I won't say what's happening here, but the energy of it has always stuck with me. You can read the first 6 illustrated chapters of this screenplay project for free at gemstoneheroes.com

I've had these 8 episodes of Gemstone Heroes written for so long, that the urge to write more in this world just continues to rise. With every episode I illustrate, it just makes me want to write more, and more, and more...

As a sweetener. I can reveal the title of Chapter 7: "The Letter" Those who have read Chapter 6 know what this means~

I know. I have been quiet... Life has thrown me some curve balls since the new year. Family illness, moving apartments... But I can assure you I am picking things up with Chapter 7 this summer. Chapters 7 and 8 are written and are waiting for my illustrations. There are twists yet to come! V <3

To anyone reading: I cannot encourage you enough to read @gemstoneheroes.bsky.social How do I express it? Maybe like this: HO LY FU CKING SHIT

Chapter 6 "Grip The Rope" is available to read now at gemstoneheroes.com. It features 74 pages of screenplay, 15 illustrations and elevates the previous five chapters to new heights as we zoom forward 20 years into the future. Let's open up this story as it becomes truly unpredictable. Enjoy~ JV.

Chapter 6 "Grip The Rope" is available to read now at gemstoneheroes.com. It features 74 pages of screenplay, 15 illustrations and elevates the previous five chapters to new heights as we zoom forward 20 years into the future. Let's open up this story as it becomes truly unpredictable. Enjoy~ JV.

Chapter 6 introduces a story mechanic that many other narratives treat as a solution to a story... time travel. However, in Gemstone Heroes, I have tried to treat time travel differently. It's nihilistic, existential, punishing, emotional, regretful, extreme... selfish.

Hey @gemstoneheroes.bsky.social, I loved Chapter 6. My review is long, but here it is:

Okay everyone, if you want a really good emotional rollercoaster that has plenty of things to blow your mind as you read it, do read Gemstone Heroes!

Gemstone Heroes Chapter 6 "Grip The Rope" is now available to download and read. If you're enjoying this story, please consider a small donation when you download. Thank you to my readers for your patience. It's worth it, I promise <3 www.gemstoneheroes.com/chapter6

Gemstone Heroes Chapter 6 "Grip The Rope" is now available to download and read. If you're enjoying this story, please consider a small donation when you download. Thank you to my readers for your patience. It's worth it, I promise <3 www.gemstoneheroes.com/chapter6

Christmas is coming~

You Know Who I Am - Ooooo... Scary... It feels appropriate to release the final preview artwork for Chapter 6 on Halloween. As the chapters roll on, we're getting closer to finding out who The Wise Vulture is, and what she wants.

You Know Who I Am - Ooooo... Scary... It feels appropriate to release the final preview artwork for Chapter 6 on Halloween. As the chapters roll on, we're getting closer to finding out who The Wise Vulture is, and what she wants.

In the three years that I've been illustrating the chapters so far, I can see a marked improvement in my artwork quality. Looking back on Chapter 1, I can see so many things I would do differently. I really feel as if my artwork has reached a new height with Chapter 6.

An illustration from Chapter 1. Will checks out a local market with his friend Toby, but goes off on his own. He meets a mysterious vulture woman in a shop of antiquities, and discovers something very interesting indeed... Did time just... stop? Start reading now at gemstoneheroes.com

An illustration from Chapter 1. Will checks out a local market with his friend Toby, but goes off on his own. He meets a mysterious vulture woman in a shop of antiquities, and discovers something very interesting indeed... Did time just... stop? Start reading now at gemstoneheroes.com

All illustrations for Chapter 6 are now complete :3 Time to build the PDF and then the final proof read by another set of eyes. Almost there!

One more illustration to go… Almost there folks~ (apart from a final proof read, of course) This has been the hardest chapter to get done so far. Just two chapters left after this :)

Two more illustrations to get done for Chapter 6. Exciting~

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Chapter 6 has been the hardest chapter to illustrate, by far... I have spent a long time on each picture trying to get them to look right. Often going back and updating things as I realise I left something out, or got something wrong. This Chapter is critical to get right.

Flashback to Chapter 4... Just sayin'

"Obsession" - Will can't hold any more secrets. It's too much. But when he gets in contact with his estranged friend to explain himself and come out as a superhero, he's met with an unexpected response... Chapter 6 is coming. Read chapters 1-5 now: gemstoneheroes.com

"Drunk Drone" - 20 years in the future, and Will is on his way home from a night out that didn't end well. Safety Services (Drunk Drones) follow home those they deem most likely to do something stupid... Chapter 6 of Gemstone Heroes is coming. Read chapters 1-5 now: gemstoneheroes.com

"Lilian" - Chapter 6 takes place in black and white. We begin with Will leaving home again, but we follow Lilian's side from then on out. Pride overpowers regret until its too late.

Still working on Chapter 6’s illustrations. Slow progress, but I’ll get there. I really recommend re-reading Chapter 1 at least before starting Chapter 6 though ;)

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The working title for Chapter 6 is “Grip The Rope” Set many years in the future, way after present day events, Will goes on a reflective journey after getting some regretful news that reopens old wounds.

The art for Chapter 6 will be in black & white, and likely in landscape. It’s time to introduce a new power~

To give you an idea of the amount of writing work this project has involved so far; Chapter 1: 13 Drafts Chapter 2: 10 Drafts Chapter 3: 6 Drafts Chapter 4: 7 Drafts Chapter 5: 6 Drafts Chapter 6: 2 Drafts Chapter 7: 4 Drafts Chapter 8: 3 Drafts Most writing is re-writing

If you’ve read Chapter 5, do share your thoughts! :)

Alright, so I gonna say... Read Gemstone Heroes. It's a very intricate narrative that goes well beyond what most superhero stories do.

Gemstone Heroes Chapter 5 "Black Star" is OUT NOW for your reading pleasure. 14 illustrations. 70 pages of screenplay. Please consider a donation when downloading if you are enjoying the story so far ^^ Many thanks to my dedicated readers! gemstoneheroes.com/chapter5

It's about time.

Gemstone Heroes Chapter 5 "Black Star" is OUT NOW for your reading pleasure. 14 illustrations. 70 pages of screenplay. Please consider a donation when downloading if you are enjoying the story so far ^^ Many thanks to my dedicated readers! gemstoneheroes.com/chapter5

The Gemstone Heroes Redbubble store has been updated with the poster for Chapter 5! :D www.redbubble.com/people/gemst...

Chapter 5: “Black Star” will be released via the website on Friday 1st December

The Whistling Kettle Pub. The pub title is a reference to a trope in filmmaking where a kettle boils in the background to denote the rising tension of a scene. Hopefully a nice little easter egg x3 Get on board with reading chapter one here; www.gemstoneheroes.com/chapter1

Hey! :3 You can be notified directly of updates for Gemstone Heroes by following its Telegram Channel: t.me/gemstoneheroes

I have updated the website ready for the release of Chapter 5, which will be coming soon! (Proof reading is progress.) Check out my musical inspirations for the opening and closing credits now. Hopefully you'll note the very different tone. gemstoneheroes.com/chapter5

Chapter 5 update. Five more artworks to complete. A re-write of the opening scenes is underway after an opportunity to deepen the story presented itself. The artwork has taken longer this time around because of detail. Life's been busy too, but it will be worth it. <3

Something has gone wrong. Very wrong indeed. And someone in particular has a bit of a temper. Image from the upcoming Chapter 5 of Gemstone Heroes. In this chapter, there will be some stunning revelations about our characters. Start reading the illustrated screenplays now at gemstoneheroes.com

Shift At The Mine II - What really happened in the mine? It wasn't as pretty as was previously implied. Perhaps someone is trying to drive the public narrative...

Another moment from Chapter 1. Will and Toby have been online friends for ages. Will is moving into Toby's place in Centrum City while he finds his feet. This isn't the first time they've met IRL, but Will still isn't sure how to react to physical affection. Read now at: gemstoneheroes.com

Crops of images seen in Chapter 2 and Chapter 5. The symbol of the The Wolf Messiah and The Black Star. In Chapter 5, we'll learn about a devout nation and its effect on its people. Chapter 5 will explore aspects of religious behaviour. Unavoidable when talking about superheroes.