Alliance Command Headquarters has repositioned to www.ContraAlliance.com. We’ve had a good run here and will keep this blog archived for historical purposes. Today is May 12th 2012…36 hours until The Contra Alliance Trilogy enters it’s next phase via Kickstarter. TBD are 33 episodes and the world’s first Comic Novel. Stay thirsty my friends…
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Contra Alliance conceived in random vision following 9/11
Registered draft franchise guide with the Writers Guild of America on 8/27/02
Produced by creator-owned State of the Art Entertainment, LLC since 7/31/06
Registered completed franchise guide with U.S. Copyright Office on 10/20/06
Barnes & Noble Booksellers selected Book I: Shadows of the Past for distribution 2/9/10
Registered Contra Alliance trademark with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office on 4/13/10
Agreement reached with Joe Benitez to produce 33 covers for comic novel 2/11/12
Agreement reached with Graphicly to distribute comic novel 2/14/12
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The Nezdeth are demonic alien race from the desolate planet of Whorvz. They have scaly maroon skin, are militaristic, and hateful of everything good. Whorvz is approximately 19 times the size of Earth with a population of about 200 billion. The Nezdeth breed like insects in the caverns and tunnels they are experts at constructing. They are fierce and will rarely surrender.
The Nezdeth are a tribal culture with high intelligence. Since their defeat in the War of the Star, they have endured civil war for centuries. A commanding general of the largest tribe named Grimon has brokered a historic ceasefire. Together with a commanding general of the second largest tribe, Sizar, Grimon has plotted to reinvade the Nerrial system and liberate his people from the perceived oppression of the Starforce.
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As described by Wikipedia…”Golden Apple opened in Hollywood in 1979, and a second location in Northridge in 1983.[1] The store was well known for hosting signings by comic book artists and writers, as well as for anti-censorship activism. In 2010, Golden Apple became the official sponsor of the popular weekly geek podcast Bagged & Boarded. The shop has been featured in many film projects, including “Weird Al” Yankovic‘s “White & Nerdy” video and—perhaps most prominently—in the movie Free Enterprise (1998) in which Sharon Liebowitz played herself.[3] Blair Butler, G4TV’s resident comic expert, often hosts her segment of Attack Of The Show, called “Fresh Ink,” at the Golden Apple. It was also featured in an episode of the short-lived NBC crime drama Raines, in which an up and coming comic artist who frequented Golden Apple Comics was murdered. Golden Apple regularly hosts celebrity guests such as Stan Lee,[4] Frank Miller,[5] Marc Silvestri[6] and George A. Romero,[1] and has been frequented by famous patrons such as Michael Jackson[2] and Michael Boatman.[7] DC Comics vice president Bob Wayne called Golden Apple Comics “one of the most important comic book stores in the world.”[2]
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“Everett Comics carries the usual items you would expect in a comic book store. New comics, back issues, t-shirts, gaming and collecting supplies. We also carry some toy lines such as Star Wars, GI Joe, DC and Marvel as well as cool things from sci-fi lines like Star Trek, Dr Who, Stargate and others. What sets us apart from other stores is our vast selection of fantasy and sci-fi art books. Also cloissone pins and patches from anime, cartoons, movies and television are available. Back issues vary from silver age to present. Prices vary from quarter comics, dollar comics and bagged and priced. Selection is always changing. We move back issues daily. Searching for something? Give us a list and we will search for you.”
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“Established at the turn of the century, The Comic Stop ended the comic draught of the late 90′s in Lynnwood, WA. Born of Dark Magic and Mad Science, The Comic Stop quickly ratified its position as the premiere source for comics, games, and more in the Northend Seattle area. Since then, The Comic Stop has set up two more locations (Everett and Redmond), as well as taken over the former site of Zanadu Comics II in the U District. The owners of the Comic Stop also founded the largest comic book convention in the Pacific Northwest, the Emerald City ComiCon.”
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As described by NerdMelt…“Meltdown Comics has been in their current location for 18 years, and over that period, this 9000 square foot space and its ever-shifting stock continues to hold new discoveries for everyone, from the six-year old beginner to the obsessive fan. Meltdown was named Best Comic Store in LA by Los Angeles magazine as well as LA Weekly, and was honored with the Will Eisner Spirit of Comics Retailer Award last century. Perhaps most notably, Meltdown Comics was immortalized by becoming a part of the Simpsons universe in the episode “Husbands & Knives” where the store’s design and layout was the example of how great a comic book store can be. Since 2004, when Meltdown Comics opened Gallery Meltdown in their space, all kinds of fans have been coming to art shows and concerts and comedy shows too.”
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The comic book geniuses at The Comics Place are as diverse in their fields of expertise as their comics collection. Be warned: Things might look and sound a bit different than you’ve come to expect. Visit the beautiful downtown Bellingham, WA location and ask for Contra Alliance!
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This Christmas, some lucky comic shop kids will be getting a Book I: Shadows of the Past hardcover in their stocking. The month long holiday promotion will take place in select California and Washington comic shops that sell featured titles such as X-Men, G.I. Joe, and Star Wars.
Essentially, all action-adventure or space opera titles will be rewarded with a like-minded franchise gift. There is no catch – it is a Christmas present. The only request is for readers to submit their thoughts and/or a review via a post on the Facebook fanpage or in an email to Kolega@ContraAlliance.com. Emailed reviews will be posted to this Alliance Command blog. The promotion will begin the day after Thanksgiving.
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As Operation Viral Force continues on its warpath of planning, I am pleased to announce that Contra Alliance will have a table at the upcoming West Hollywood Book Fair. Location is within the Comic Con tent. Come one, come all!
10th Annual West Hollywood Book Fair
Sunday, October 2, 2011
10AM to 6PM
West Hollywood Library & West Hollywood Park
647 N. San Vicente Blvd.
FREE Admission
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The Contra Alliance Experiment
“99.999% of Contra Alliance fans don’t know about Contra Alliance.” That’s how the idea started when talking with Marco Ciappelli, founder of Acranorum Labs, in the Vons parking lot at Hermosa Beach. Enter Operation Viral Force, a campaign to share Contra Alliance with the universe through a mixture of FREE giveaways, promotions, and contests.
Mission #1 remains to find Contra Alliance a management and production team to expand this franchise through comics, animation, gaming, toys, etc. However, beginning on August 23rd, and running through October 11th, the next 50 days will also be marked by Mission #2: Operation Viral Force. I will be reaching out to the Twitter universe, bloggers, and Comic Con fans alike to take part in this experiment.
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27 Pitches in 2 Days
Below is a partial list of Contra Alliance pitches from this year’s Fade In – Hollywood Pitch Festival held at the Renaissance Hotel. Creative executives were provided a one sheet, public relations kit, and some a transmedia business plan and/or full Franchise Guide. The event was a blast. Several follow ups already in progress for Contra Alliance with Fade In distributing loglines / synopsis to all creative participants tomorrow.
SATURDAY
MGM
Zero Gravity Management
The Walt Becker Company
Image Mover
3 Birds Entertainment
77 Entertainment
Management 360
Anakin Films
Fierce Entertainment
Jackson Medavoy
6-17 Management
SUNDAY
Sony Pictures
Morgan Creek
William Morris Entertainment
Leverage
Phoenix Pictures
Content House
AMI Artist Management
Agape Media
Warden White
File Under: Contra Alliance · Movies · Pop Culture
The Hollywood Pitch Festival is where Contra Alliance meets its maker…I have a feeling. At first, I was hesitant to sign up. Throughout the process of building the IP, there’s been too many services and offers where the provider is the beneficiary. The organizers of this event appear genuine in their effort to cast a balanced approach of mutual interest. I’ve never questioned whether Contra Alliance could succeed as a franchise, but my concern has always been whether I would find the right Point of Contact. Thanks to Fade In for putting together this opportunity. Looking forward to this weekend…
“If you have a screenplay, teleplay, book or idea for
a movie or TV show you’d like to sell, or are in need
of an agent or a manager, attend the 15th Annual
Hollywood Pitch Festival™ – the largest assembly
of Hollywood buyers & representatives on the planet!
This is your chance to present your story ideas
directly to those in The Business who can actually
jumpstart your career.”
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San Diego Comic Con 2011 was packed, full of the best fans, and confirmed (once again) it’s the #1 destination for pop culture enthusiasts. The creative energy and entertaining attendees make this event special. I’ll work to get Contra Alliance a show table and panel participation for SDCC 2012.
There is currently a lacking presence, or recognition on the show floor, of the future state facing the industry. Comic Con is the PERFECT venue for this discussion. Ten years from now the booths selling comics might only be selling history, with all new comic releases distributed in digital form. Some exhibitors like Amuesedom.com and CreatorSafe.com are working towards the inevitable, where creator owned properties can flourish on mobile devices and tablets. The days of print are numbered (unfortunately in many respects). Hopefully event organizers will make the future state a focus at SDCC’s to come.
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