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Yevgeny Sokolov Returns: Creating Pro Comic Book Covers and Teaching Fine Art
Jun 22, 2026
56m 40s
Noah Goins on Showcasing Comic Book Artists, Writing, & Social Media Success
Jun 15, 2026
50m 09s
Jordan Morris on Writing for Comic books, Animation, and Comedy
Jun 8, 2026
52m 55s
Thomas Healy: Writer and Editor-in-Chief of Todd McFarlane Productions & Spawn
Jun 1, 2026
1h 07m 48s
Comic Creator Edison Neo: Snake Claws, Godzilla & TMNT Covers
May 25, 2026
59m 34s
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() Yevgeny Sokolov Returns: Creating Pro Comic Book Covers and Teaching Fine Art | Yevgeny Sokolov (fine arts instructor turned pro comic book artist) joins Nerdy Mewzings once again to discuss his transition from traditional fine art and high school teaching, drawing professional comic book covers, and the creative process behind his work. Yevgeny shares how he started drawing as a child, pursued fine arts in college, and made the leap to comics during the pandemic by studying David Finch tutorials and building comic-style fundamentals. He talks about his creative process, using photo reference for hands and poses, and why planning thumbnails is crucial. We chatted about influences on his style, including Mike Mignola’s use of heavy blacks, Frank Miller studies, and the importance of dramatic lighting in comics vs. fine art. He also opens up about balancing commissions, teaching, and professional cover gigs for Ripperverse, the value of community (Uncanny Art-Men streams), and advice for aspiring artists: draw every day, study masters, and don’t be afraid to scrap work that isn’t right. If you love comic process breakdowns, artist stories, or art tutorials — Leave a 5 STAR review, share with a friend, and Keep it Nerdy! Follow Yevgeny: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yevgeny_sokolov_art X - https://x.com/YVSokolovArt Become a Patreon member to receive each week's episode 48 HOURS EARLY, a mention on the show, and more: https://patreon.com/nerdymewzings Timestamps 0:00 - Intro & Yevgeny Sokolov Returns to Nerdy Mewzings 1:30 - Towering 6'10" Artist & Con Reactions 5:00 - Early Art Love & Fine Arts Background 9:00 - Pandemic Pivot: David Finch Tutorials & Comic Fundamentals 13:00 - Workflow: From Rough Thumbnails to Traditional Inking 17:00 - Influences: Mignola, Frank Miller & Dramatic Lighting 22:00 - Ripperverse Covers & Pro Break 27:00 - Balancing Teaching, Commissions & Personal Projects 32:00 - Advice for Aspiring Artists: Daily Practice & Community 37:00 - Comic Convention Plans & Where to Follow Yevgeny 42:00 - Outro & Support Nerdy Mewzings | 56m 40s | ||||||
| 6/15/26 | ![]() Noah Goins on Showcasing Comic Book Artists, Writing, & Social Media Success | Noah Goins (TikTok and Instagram comic artist spotlight creator, writer on I Feel Doomed) joins Nerdy Mewzings to discuss his path from childhood comics fan to building a massive following by celebrating artists, his writing journey, and heading to Heroes Con. Noah shares how comics were always part of his life through Mark Bagley, Humberto Ramos, and Batman: The Animated Series, and how rediscovering them as an adult led him to start creating content that highlights the unsung heroes behind the pages. He talks about his process for researching and scripting short videos, balancing humor and insight, and why focusing on artists (not just covers) filled a missing niche. Noah also opens up about writing his first comic story in the I Feel Doomed anthology (launching at Heroes Con), his love for deep-cut characters, and the thrill of discovery through channels like Cartoonist Kayfabe and Robservations. If you love comic artist spotlights, indie comics, or creator hustle stories — Leave a 5 STAR review, share with a friend, and Keep it Nerdy! Follow Noah Goins: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/noahgoinscomics/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@noahgoinscomics YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@NoahGoinsComics Become a Patreon member to get each week's episode 48 HOURS EARLY plus bonus perks: https://patreon.com/nerdymewzings Timestamps 0:00 - Intro & Noah Goins Joins Nerdy Mewzings 1:30 - Childhood Comics Love: Mark Bagley, Umberto Ramos & Batman Animated 5:00 - Starting Social Media to Spotlight Artists 9:00 - Video Process: Research, Scripting & Highlighting Deep Cuts 13:00 - Influences: Cartoonist Kayfabe, Robservations & Jim Lee 17:00 - Writing I Feel Doomed & Heroes Con Debut 22:00 - Balancing Content Creation with Day Job 27:00 - Advice for Aspiring Creators: Just Put It Online 32:00 - Current Projects & Future Aspirations 37:00 - Where to Follow Noah Goins 40:00 - Outro & Support Nerdy Mewzings | 50m 09s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | ![]() Jordan Morris on Writing for Comic books, Animation, and Comedy✨ | comic book writinganimation+4 | Jordan Morris | MarvelTeen Titans Go+4 | — | Jordan Morriscomic books+5 | — | 52m 55s | |
| 6/1/26 | ![]() Thomas Healy: Writer and Editor-in-Chief of Todd McFarlane Productions & Spawn✨ | comic industrywriting process+3 | Thomas Healy | Todd McFarlane ProductionsBlack Ritual+4 | — | Thomas HealyTodd McFarlane Productions+5 | — | 1h 07m 48s | |
| 5/25/26 | ![]() Comic Creator Edison Neo: Snake Claws, Godzilla & TMNT Covers✨ | comic creationartist journey+4 | Edison Neo | IDWShaw Brothers+4 | Singapore | comic artistTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles+5 | — | 59m 34s | |
| 5/18/26 | Artist Katelyn Windels: Devil in the Herd, Mignola-Style Horror, & VeeFriends✨ | comic arthorror comics+5 | Katelyn Windels | VeeFriendsInvader Comics+1 | Southwest | Katelyn WindelsDevil in the Herd+7 | — | 58m 49s | |
| 5/11/26 | Comic Book Writer Ray Jamison: The Madcaps, Indie Comics & Storytelling✨ | indie comicsstorytelling+4 | Ray Jamison | KickstarterThe Madcaps+4 | — | indie comicsThe Madcaps+5 | — | 47m 15s | |
| 5/4/26 | Cartoonist D.J. Coffman: From Web Comics to VeeFriends with Gary Vaynerchuk✨ | web comicscharacter development+4 | D.J. Coffman | VeeFriendsDigital Webbing+2 | — | D.J. CoffmanGary Vaynerchuk+5 | — | 1h 12m 52s | |
| 4/27/26 | Danny Earls: Soccer Pro to Superman Artist – The Grind Behind the Art✨ | transition from sports to artcomic book creation+4 | Danny Earls | IDWMarvel+5 | — | Danny Earlscomic book artist+6 | — | 1h 08m 31s | |
| 4/20/26 | Carlos Velez Podcast Debut: Artistic Journey to Pro Comic Covers in One Year!✨ | comic artartist journey+5 | Carlos Velez | IDWWhatnot+4 | — | comic artistsketch covers+6 | — | 52m 18s | |
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| 4/13/26 | Artist Shawn Crystal (InkPulp): Marvel, Spawn, Tattoos & Creator Freedom✨ | comic book creationtattooing+4 | Shawn Crystal | MarvelDC+7 | — | Shawn CrystalInkPulp Podcast+6 | — | 1h 19m 41s | |
| 4/6/26 | Comic Book Artist Ruairi Coleman on Drawing Predator: Bloodshed for Marvel Comics✨ | comic book artIrish creator community+4 | Ruairi Coleman | Marvel ComicsDC+6 | — | comic artistPredator+6 | — | 58m 09s | |
| 3/30/26 | DaNi Returns to Mainstream Comics: Batwoman with Greg Rucka + Indie Journey✨ | comicsart+4 | DaNi | 2000 ADIDW+2 | GreeceVenice | DaNiGreg Rucka+7 | — | 1h 00m 09s | |
| 3/23/26 | Keith Morange: From Storyboarding for Marvel & Disney to Creating a Graphic Novel✨ | storyboardinggraphic novels+3 | Keith Morange | MarvelDisney+3 | — | storyboardinggraphic novel+5 | — | 59m 02s | |
| 3/16/26 | Comic Art Secrets with Thomas Pitilli: Teaching, Process, & Loving Artist Editions✨ | comic artillustration+4 | Thomas Pitilli | Archie ComicsDC+5 | — | comic artillustration+5 | — | 58m 10s | |
| 3/9/26 | Artist & Writer Matteo Scalera: The Father of The Fourth Father on Art & Creator-Owned Comic Books✨ | comic book artcreator-owned comics+3 | Matteo Scalera | InkPulpKickstarter+2 | — | Matteo ScaleraThe Fourth Father+4 | — | 1h 10m 27s | |
| 3/2/26 | The One Man Comic Book Studio: Artist Victor Medina on Penciling, Inking, and Coloring✨ | comic artcoloring techniques+3 | Victor Medina | Mad Cave StudiosThe Madcaps | — | comic artistcolorist+3 | — | 55m 05s | |
| 2/23/26 | Daniel Warren Johnson Praised His Book! John Mungiello on EVE, Art, & Indie Comics✨ | indie comicscreative process+4 | John Mungiello | EVEThe Deadly Dozen+1 | — | John MungielloEVE+5 | — | 52m 35s | |
| 2/16/26 | The Art of Inking: Marc Deering on Star Wars, Flipside Comics, & Traditional vs Digital Techniques | Join host James for an in-depth chat with veteran comic book inker Marc Deering (Star Wars: Doctor Aphra, Immortal Hulk, Hunt Kill Repeat, The Adventures of Lumen N from Dark Horse)! Marc shares his journey from discovering inking via Wizard Magazine in the pre-internet era, landing his first gig in 2003, favorite tools (Raphael brushes, Hunt 102 quills, even old Rapidographs), hybrid traditional/digital workflows, and what an inker really brings to pencils (texture, tone, lighting, readability). We geek out over Star Wars (inking Darth Vader was a career highlight!), Transformers, GI Joe, the old-school production grind vs. today, embellishment vs. finishing, and why collaboration duos are rarer now. He also opens up about co-founding Flipside Comics — a hub for serialized web comics, public domain gems, creator-owned projects, and even an 80s/soundtrack radio station for artists. Plus: —killer advice for breaking in today —make your own comics, use social media, focus on direct-to-fans —and why passion beats luck Whether you're an aspiring artist, comic fan, or just love the craft, this one's packed with stories, laughs, and real talk. Watch/Listen/Subscribe/Follow/Comment/Review Now and Keep it Nerdy! Checkout the Official Flipside Comics Website: https://ontheflipsidecomics.com/en/ Follow Marc and Flipside Comics: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marcdeering and https://www.instagram.com/flipsidecomix X/Twitter - https://x.com/Marc_Deering and https://x.com/FlipsideComix Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome Back (Again): Technical Difficulties & Shoutouts 02:30 Marc Deering’s Origin Story: Army Days, Wizard Magazine & Breaking In 04:51 Early Inking Tools: Brushes, Quills, and Learning from Pros 07:14 RapidoGraph Love/Hate: Cleaning, Collecting, and Old-School Gear 10:05 Traditional vs Digital Inking: Choosing the Right Workflow 11:50 Inking Over Pencils: Blue Lines, Hybrids, and Nerve-Wracking Pages 17:21 What an Inker Actually Does: Clarity, Texture, Tone & Readability 20:39 Embellisher vs Finisher: Classic Collabs and Why They’re Rarer Now 24:40 Shared Nerd Passions: GI Joe Tattoo, Transformers, and Collecting Talk 28:42 The Pandemic Pivot 29:28 Transformers & Star Wars Fandom: Prequels, Sequels, and the Disney Era 31:51 Inking Highlights: Doctor Aphra, Vader Pages, and Immortal Hulk 35:13 What an Inker Looks For: Tight Pencils, Team Chemistry, and Workflow Changes 39:13 How 'Adventures of Lumen N' Happened: Tryouts, Twitter, and Becoming Co-Owner 43:21 Launching Flipside Comics: Website, Merch, and Serialized Releases 46:47 Public Domain Characters: What You Can (and Can’t) Do With Superman, Conan, and More 49:34 Flipside Radio + Writing Slate: New Projects and Creative Direction Beyond Superheroes 53:32 Breaking Into Comics Today: Direct-to-Consumer, Social Media, and “Just Make a Comic” 56:11 Wrap-Up: Where to Follow, Current Projects, and Final Thanks | 59m 39s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | Sedat Oezgen on The Whisper War: Sci-Fi Murder Mystery Comic with Mark Guggenheim! | Join James for the epic return visit of comic book artist Sedat Oezgen as he breaks silence on his massive new project: The Whisper War – a provocative sci-fi murder mystery written by Emmy-winner Marc Guggenheim (Arrow, Star Wars, Planet of the Apes)! Dropping February 10, 2026 exclusively on Comixology Originals (digital-first), this 5-issue series blends futuristic noir, forgotten wars, and mind-bending twists. Sedat shares his insane process: oversized 16x22 pages, one-page-per-day pace, hybrid traditional/digital workflow, unique world-building (no Star Wars/Blade Runner clones!), and why he pushed himself to the limit for this passion project. Highlights: Guggenheim tailoring the script to Sedat's strengths, stunning colors by Carlos Cabrera, teases of shocking issue #2 twists, Sedat's upcoming DC/Green Lantern work, and why indie comics matter. Pre-order The Whisper War now on Comixology: https://a.co/d/0c2wKPy7 Follow Sedat: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sedatoezgen Subscribe to his YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@sedatoezgen Follow the podcast: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nerdymewzings X - https://x.com/nerdymewzings Become a member - https://patreon.com/nerdymewzings Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction 00:50 The Long-Awaited Project Reveal 03:17 Challenges and Triumphs in Creation 06:25 Collaboration with Mark Guggenheim 08:48 World-Building Inspirations 13:55 Unique Sci-Fi Elements 21:55 The Whisper War: Plot Overview 26:39 Process and Passion Behind the Art 30:33 Burnout and New York Script Arrival 30:45 DC Short Story and Whisper War Progress 32:14 Collaboration with Mark and Carlos 34:39 Digital and Traditional Art Workflow 42:07 Maintaining Quality Under Pressure 46:03 Upcoming Projects and Green Lantern 54:02 Supporting Indie Comics 54:54 Follow Sedat on Instagram If you love sci-fi comics, creator-owned stories, or behind-the-scenes artist talks, please follow the podcast and leave a 5 STAR review! | 57m 40s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | Persistence Prevails: Todd Beats on Finding Your True Style & Never Giving Up | Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he sits down once again with comic artist Todd Beats for an inspiring, no-filter conversation about persistence, artistic evolution, and staying true to your creative voice! Fresh off conventions and exciting new cover projects (including The Maxx, a Darkness variant for Marc Silvestri, and VeeFriends for Gary Vee), Todd opens up about: -Why daily practice and feeding your “truest self” matters more than chasing trends -How he’s evolving his inking and rendering style in real time -The mindset shift from perfectionism to joyful expression -Closing commissions to make room for sequential storytelling in 2025 -Advice for aspiring artists: just show up, put in the reps, and let your unique voice emerge If you’re an artist grinding toward your breakthrough or just love honest talks about the creative journey, this episode is pure motivation! Follow Todd: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddbeats YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToddBeatsART Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toddbeats.art Website & newsletter: https://toddbeats.com Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 01:09 Weather Talk and Regional Differences 02:35 Convention Experiences and Social Media Impact 04:29 Artistic Evolution and Inspirations 06:34 Persistence and Artistic Advice 10:19 Finding Your True Self Through Art 16:38 Influences and Developing a Unique Style 28:29 Live Streaming and Community Engagement 31:44 Fan Encounter and Artistic Journey 33:44 The Importance of Humility and Continuous Learning 35:34 Future Plans and Evolving Skills 38:26 Balancing Commissions and Personal Growth 42:32 Exciting Projects and Collaborations 49:53 Reflecting on Success and Future Goals Tune in every Monday for a new episode featuring another amazing creator! Enjoying the podcast? Please considering following and giving a 5 star review. It's FREE and the easiest way to help ensure more people get to experience the show :) Thanks and Keep it Nerdy! | 56m 59s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | Indie Creator Builds Pro-Level Comic in His Spare Time: Brandon Paul's Chuk Maxwell Journey | Join me on Nerdy Mewzings as I sit down with talented comic book writer and artist Brandon Paul in his very first podcast appearance! We dig into his creator-owned debut: The Adventures of Chuk Maxwell — a thrilling post-apocalyptic space western featuring a gun-slinging, hover-tank-piloting canine freelancer from an alien world. If you love indie comics, gritty storytelling, stunning art inspired by Mignola, Moebius, Geof Darrow, and Daniel Warren Johnson, and the journey of a solo creator grinding late nights while balancing a day job and family — this episode is for you. Brandon shares: -How a drawing of his dog in a desert hover tank sparked an entire comic series -Transitioning from animation school (2009 recession era) to self-publishing his first 28-page issue -Influences from Hellboy, Batman: The Animated Series, and epic road trips to Monument Valley -His workflow: digital/hybrid inking in Photoshop, learning from InkTober, SVS Learn pro classes, and tough-but-helpful portfolio reviews -The cliffhanger ending of Issue #1 (trust me, you'll want Issue #2 ASAP!) -Dream projects (Thor? Hellboy?), favorite creators (Daniel Warren Johnson love!), and plans for the 5-issue arc Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & first podcast vibes 02:00 - Chuk Maxwell origin: dog-inspired InkTober → full comic 05:00 - Late-blooming comic fan: Hellboy gateway, Mignola influence 08:00 - Animation background → solo comic creation 14:00 - Detour project under NDA + getting back to Chuk 17:00 - Ink Pulp, Jake Parker, SVS Learn shoutouts 20:00 - Writing & art process: Marvel method vibes, digital tools 26:00 - Issue #2 progress + Slack method drawing 30:00 - Balancing day job, family, and comics 35:00 - Daniel Warren Johnson fandom & creator inspiration 40:00 - Dream gigs: Thor, Silver Surfer, Hellboy? 45:00 - Cons, Instagram traction, future plans (Kickstarter?) 50:00 - Where to buy Chuk Maxwell & follow Brandon Grab Issue #1 (physical or PDF) here: https://chukbook.com or https://www.bpaul.art/shop Follow Brandon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpaul.art Website: https://www.bpaul.art/ If you're an aspiring comic creator, artist, or just love discovering fresh indie books, if this episode inspired you, FOLLOW Nerdy Mewzings Podcast for more creator interviews, and drop a FIVE star review! | 51m 41s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Derek Laufman: From 90s Image Comics Obsession to Drawing I Hate Fairyland! | Join James once again in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio for an epic, nostalgic deep dive with acclaimed cartoonist & writer Derek Laufman — the ongoing artist on Skottie Young's hit series I Hate Fairyland from Image Comics! In this must-watch interview, Derek shares his wild journey through the comic industry: -Growing up obsessed with 90s Image Comics legends like Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, and Rob Liefeld -The highs and lows of animation school at Sheridan College -Heartbreaking early setbacks in comics; pivots into video games and freelance -Rediscovering his passion through forums like Digital Webbing and DeviantArt -And finally landing the dream gig on I Hate Fairyland after years of creator-owned work. We geek out over GI Joe, Spawn speculation, the magic of old-school forums (shoutout to Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, and the "cool kids" like Scotty Young), finding your artistic voice, the importance of fundamentals over flash, and why it's never too late to chase your comic dreams — Derek was 47 when he went full-time on Fairyland! Plus, Derek talks about his own incredible creator-owned books like Ruinworld, Bot-9 (wordless graphic novel inspired by Miyazaki), The Witch of Wickerson, Crimson Fall (Hellboy + Witcher vibes), and his current project Rats of Ironwood. If you're an aspiring artist, comic fan, or just love hearing real stories from the trenches of the industry, this one's for you. Drop a review: What's your favorite Image Comics era? Or which Derek project are you grabbing next? Follow for weekly comic creator interviews, art talk, and pop culture deep dives! Follow Derek Laufman: Website & Shop: https://www.dereklaufman.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dereklaufman X - https://x.com/laufman (check his bio for all links!) Support Nerdy Mewzings: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/nerdymewzings Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nerdymewzings X - https://x.com/nerdymewzings | 53m 03s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Brett Bean: Image Comics Series D'ORC: Half-Dwarf, Half-Orc Chaos Incoming! | Join me on the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast for an epic, heartfelt conversation with the incredibly talented Brett Bean — artist behind I Hate Fairyland, Dungeon Crawler Carl: The Crocodile, and now his brand-new creator-owned high-fantasy comedy series D'ORC launching February 4, 2026 from Image Comics! Brett shares his wild journey: skipping school to read Savage Sword of Conan at a Circle K (and getting picked up by the police!), growing up in a religious household where comics were hidden treasures, losing everything in a fire (echoing Eric Larsen's story), transitioning from video games (Sony's Syphon Filter & SOCOM), concept art, Jim Henson puppet design (!), and finally chasing his lifelong dream of making comics. We bond over Washington State roots, destroyed childhood comic collections by family, religious upbringings clashing with Spawn and heavy metal mags, supportive spouses, avoiding burnout, and the magic of problem-solving in creative careers. Plus, the big reveal: D'ORC — a hilarious half-dwarf, half-orc misfit (all DORK!) caught in a doomsday prophecy that says he's destined to end the world. Elves vs. Orcs, wizards vs. common sense, dragons vs. everyone... and a chicken? Perfect for fans of Conan, Lord of the Rings, and deadpan humor like Gert's. With stunning art by Brett, colors by Jean-François Beaulieu (I Hate Fairyland), and letters by Nate Piekos (Minor Threats), plus insane variant covers from Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, Mirka Andolfo, and more — this is the fantasy romp we've been waiting for! We also geek out over influences (Bill Watterson, Todd McFarlane, Mike Mignola, Moebius, Eastman & Laird's TMNT, and modern stars like Daniel Warren Johnson), original art collections, Star Wars prototypes, Muppets, and why passion is more important than perfection. If you love creator journeys, fantasy comics, or just great nerdy chats, hit play now. Don't forget to buy D'ORC #1 at your local comic shop February 4th and Keep it nerdy! Follow Brett: Website - https://www.brettbean.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brett2dbean Substack - https://brettbean.substack.com/ | 57m 49s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | How to Blend TCG & Comic Books: Alpha Clash Creators Reveal Mark Waid Collab! | Join James in an EXTRA packed Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he welcomes Ridge Kiley (President/CEO of Rising Empire Studios and Creator of Alpha Clash TCG) and writer AJ Light (Alpha Clash Co-Creator) for an energetic chat about building a new comic + trading card game universe from the ground up! The guys share: -How the pandemic sparked the idea for a wizard battle royale video game that evolved into a full multimedia franchise -Turning graphic novels, novels, and comics into core drivers for the Alpha Clash trading card game -The surreal journey of teaming up with legendary writer Mark Waid (Flash, Kingdom Come) to co-write a new 3-issue comic arc -Upcoming Kickstarter launching January 20, 2026: Alpha Clash: Rising Empires – 3 issues, tons of variant covers, ultra collectibles, and digital options -Lessons on comic scripting, collaborating with artists, and balancing superpowers for both story and gameplay Perfect for comic fans, TCG players, and anyone inspired by indie creators building their own universe! Support the Kickstarter (pre-launch page live): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alphaclash/alpha-clash-rising-empires-by-mark-waid-and-aj-light-1-3 Official Website: https://alphaclashtcg.com/ Follow on Instagram: Alpha Clash - https://www.instagram.com/alphaclashtcg Rising Empire Studios - https://www.instagram.com/rising_empire_studios Ridge Kiley - https://www.instagram.com/kiley_wrestling AJ Light - https://www.instagram.com/ajlightwriter Mark Waid - https://www.instagram.com/markwaidwriter | 39m 50s | ||||||
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