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January 20, 2023
MASTERCLASS - SESSION #5: COLLABORATION! (ft. OEMING!) [ARCHIVE]
Hello once again, everyone!
This past Tuesday we had our fifth MASTERCLASS session! This week, we had a great conversation about COLLABORATION. Brian and Taki were joined by special guest MICHAEL AVON OEMING, who brings even more incredible insight to this session.
Classes take place LIVE on a bi-monthly schedule, every other TUESDAY, at 6:00pm PST via Zoom.
Video versions of the class are then made available in the following couple days for those who were unable to join us live.
Also, remember that all classes and CREATION. chapters are available now in the archive. Take a look!
Plus, the original graphic novel FORTUNE AND GLORY: THE MUSICAL starts soon! Here, only on Substack!
Here’s a preview of this week’s class for our friends at the JINX (free) LEVEL:
And for those who missed our previous class, you can find the archived version in this post:

POWERS and PHENOMENA LEVEL subscribers can find the full archival recording of this week’s class below!
[ARCHIVE] MASTERCLASS - SESSION #5: COLLABORATION! (ft. OEMING!)
Hello once again, everyone!
This past Tuesday we had our fifth MASTERCLASS session! This week, we had a great conversation about COLLABORATION. Brian and Taki were joined by special guest MICHAEL AVON OEMING, who brings even more incredible insight to this session.
Classes take place LIVE on a bi-monthly schedule, every other TUESDAY, at 6:00pm PST via Zoom.
Video versions of the class are then made available in the following couple days for those who were unable to join us live.
Also, remember that all classes and CREATION. chapters are available now in the archive. Take a look!
Plus, the original graphic novel FORTUNE AND GLORY: THE MUSICAL starts soon! Here, only on Substack!
Here’s a preview of this week’s class for our friends at the JINX (free) LEVEL:
And for those who missed our previous class, you can find the archived version in this post:

POWERS and PHENOMENA LEVEL subscribers can find the full archival recording of this week’s class below!
January 17, 2023
TONIGHT! MASTERCLASS - SESSION #5: COLLABORATION!
Hello, friends!
Our favorite time of the week has rolled around once again: MASTERCLASS TUESDAY!

JINXWORLD’S FIFTH MASTERCLASS session is taking place TONIGHT! This evening at our usual time of 6:00pm PST, via Zoom!
This week we’ll be covering COLLABORATION! And joining Brian and Taki tonight will be special guest MICHAEL AVON OEMING! It’s gonna be a fun one and we truly hope you can join us.
If you need a refresher on how to join the class, you can find that info (as well as the CLASS LINK) further below.
And if you missed last class, you can check out the archived video version here:

The class is reserved for members of the POWERS and PHENOMENA subscription levels, but it isn’t too late to get on the roster! Just choose the subscription level that’s right for you to gain access to the Masterclass, as well as so much more, like our multi-media series CREATION. and— very soon— the original graphic novel experience Fortune and Glory: The Musical!
For our friends already subscribed, here’s what you will need to get into the class:
TONIGHT: MASTERCLASS SESSION #5: COLLABORATION!
Hello, friends!
Our favorite time of the week has rolled around once again: MASTERCLASS TUESDAY!
JINXWORLD’S FIFTH MASTERCLASS session is taking place TONIGHT! This evening at our usual time of 6:00pm PST, via Zoom!
This week we’ll be covering COLLABORATION! And joining Brian and Taki tonight will be special guest MICHAEL AVON OEMING! It’s gonna be a fun one and we truly hope you can join us.
If you need a refresher on how to join the class, you can find that info (as well as the CLASS LINK) further below.
And if you missed last class, you can check out the archived video version here:

The class is reserved for members of the POWERS and PHENOMENA subscription levels, but it isn’t too late to get on the roster! Just choose the subscription level that’s right for you to gain access to the Masterclass, as well as so much more, like our multi-media series CREATION. and— very soon— the original graphic novel experience Fortune and Glory: The Musical!
For our friends already subscribed, here’s what you will need to get into the class:
January 16, 2023
REMINDER: MASTERCLASS TOMORROW! (1/17/23)
Class will take place at our usual time and place tomorrow! Tuesday (01/17/23) at 6:00pm PST via ZOOM.
Expect the class link in our post tomorrow afternoon!
NEED TO CATCH UP?You can find the syllabus and video recordings of all previous classes in our MASTERCLASS ARCHIVE.
WANT TO JOIN THE MASTERCLASS?The MASTERCLASS is reserved for members of the POWERS and PHENOMENA subscription levels. For just $5/mo you’ll get access to our bi-monthly Masterclass, co-taught by BENDIS and TAKI SOMA, covering the art of crafting comics and graphic novels.
(Plus, you’ll be gain access to our multi-media series CREATION. and the forthcoming graphic novel experience: FORTUNE AND GLORY: THE MUSICAL)
You can hit the SUBSCRIBE button below, select the tier that’s right for you, and start enjoying exclusive materials immediately.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night!
Many thanks,
BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS, TAKI SOMA, and The JINXWORLD Team

January 12, 2023
CREATION. CHAPTER 3- POWERS! PART 3: BUILDING WORLDS AND MYTHOS
Hello! And welcome back to…

Every week we give you an ALL-NEW chapter of our ongoing multimedia book CREATION. This is an in-depth look at the mysterious, messy art of creation through exclusive behind-the-scenes looks into how many of your favorite characters and storylines from Marvel, DC, and our creator-owned JINXWORLD endeavors came to be!
If you are on your own creative journey and, like me, need the inspiration of others’ trials, tribulations and anecdotes for inspiration... Or you’re just someone who loves colorful looks behind the scenes, this new book experience, created specifically for Substack, is for you.
If you missed our previous episodes you can find them in the ARCHIVE or our most recent one right here:

Hey look! It’s this week’s installment!
CHAPTER 3 - POWERS! PART 3: BUILDING WORLDS AND MYTHOS
In this third installment of our series on the Bendis/Oeming hit, Bendis discusses how the POWERS story continued to grow and needing to discover the deeper mythos of the world and characters!
All are welcome to check out this free preview, while our friends at the POWERS and PHENOMENA levels can find the full episode, in various formats, further down!
January 5, 2023
MASTERCLASS - SESSION #4: CHARACTER! [ARCHIVE]
Hello again, everyone!
This past Tuesday we had our fourth MASTERCLASS session! This week, we dove into one of the most crucial topics: CHARACTER.
This particular class features a VERY strong Q and A session that took us well into overtime. Thank you to all the live participants. Yes, this class flies past the 2 hour mark!! Enjoy! [I do, eventually, fix my camera angle :)]
Classes take place LIVE on a bi-monthly schedule, every other TUESDAY, at 6:00pm PST via Zoom.
Video versions of the class will be made available in the following days for those who were unable to join us.
Also, remember that all classes and CREATION. chapters are available now in the archive. Take a look! Plus, the original graphic novel FORTUNE AND GLORY: THE MUSICAL starts soon! Here, only on Substack!
Here’s a preview of this week’s class for our friends at the JINX (free) LEVEL:
And for those who missed our previous class, you can find the archived version in this post:

POWERS and PHENOMENA LEVEL subscribers can find the full archival recording of this week’s class below!
[ARCHIVE] MASTERCLASS - SESSION #4: CHARACTER!
Hello again, everyone!
This past Tuesday we had our fourth MASTERCLASS session! This week, we dove into one of the most crucial topics: CHARACTER.
This particular class features a VERY strong Q and A session that took us well into overtime. Thank you to all the live participants. Yes, this class flies past the 2 hour mark!! Enjoy! [I do, eventually, fix my camera angle :)]
Classes take place LIVE on a bi-monthly schedule, every other TUESDAY, at 6:00pm PST via Zoom.
Video versions of the class will be made available in the following days for those who were unable to join us.
Also, remember that all classes and CREATION. chapters are available now in the archive. Take a look! Plus, the original graphic novel FORTUNE AND GLORY: THE MUSICAL starts soon! Here, only on Substack!
Here’s a preview of this week’s class for our friends at the JINX (free) LEVEL:
And for those who missed our previous class, you can find the archived version in this post:

POWERS and PHENOMENA LEVEL subscribers can find the full archival recording of this week’s class below!
January 3, 2023
TONIGHT! MASTERCLASS - SESSION #4: CHARACTER!
Hello, friends!
Our favorite time of the week has rolled around once again: MASTERCLASS TUESDAY!

JINXWORLD’S fourth MASTERCLASS session is taking place TONIGHT, at our usual time of 6:00pm PST, via Zoom!
This week we’ll be covering CHARACTER! How to craft compelling characters and voices, how to write interesting and relatable characters, and more. It’s one of Brian and Taki’s favorite subjects, so you won’t want to miss this one!
If you need a refresher on how to join the class, you can find that info (as well as the CLASS LINK) further below.
And if you missed last class, you can check out the archived video version here:

The class is reserved for members of the POWERS and PHENOMENA subscription levels, but it isn’t too late to get on the roster! Just choose the subscription level that’s right for you to gain access to the Masterclass, as well as so much more, like our multi-media series CREATION. and— very soon— the original graphic novel experience Fortune and Glory: The Musical!
For our friends already subscribed, here’s what you will need to get into the class:
TONIGHT: MASTERCLASS - SESSION #4: CHARACTER!
Hello, friends!
Our favorite time of the week has rolled around once again: MASTERCLASS TUESDAY!
JINXWORLD’S fourth MASTERCLASS session is taking place TONIGHT, at our usual time of 6:00pm PST, via Zoom!
This week we’ll be covering CHARACTER! How to craft compelling characters and voices, how to write interesting and relatable characters, and more. It’s one of Brian and Taki’s favorite subjects, so you won’t want to miss this one!
If you need a refresher on how to join the class, you can find that info (as well as the CLASS LINK) further below.
And if you missed last class, you can check out the archived video version here:

The class is reserved for members of the POWERS and PHENOMENA subscription levels, but it isn’t too late to get on the roster! Just choose the subscription level that’s right for you to gain access to the Masterclass, as well as so much more, like our multi-media series CREATION. and— very soon— the original graphic novel experience Fortune and Glory: The Musical!
For our friends already subscribed, here’s what you will need to get into the class:
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