March 2024 Update

OK Hoo boy. Hi guys long time no see... it's been a while huh 💦

I haven't been updating you guys for a while, there's a buncha things to discuss so hope you don't mind the long post >< With that said, I've been working and planning on a lot of different things, so here they are!

Boyfriends Volume 2

The book for Volume 2 is actually out for pre-orders in some websites (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc). I believe they're running a pre-order promotion where you can get stickers if you order from select places, check it out here! 

I will also be selling Volume 2 on my online store. This one will be the bundle version (includes book + merch exclusive to my store). If you're interested in getting the bundle like the one for Volume 1, I suggest you order it later from my store instead. I'm still smoothing out the details with my fulfillment team, we're aiming for an April release! For reference, this is what I'll be offering in the bundle.

I recognize that a bunch of people already ordered the book by itself and would like to get the extra goodies separate from the books, so I'll try to get that set up too (along with the Volume 1 goodies).

New Merch COMING SOON!

We're preparing to launch a buncha new merch! No set date yet for the release, but you can see a preview of what's to come here: https://shop.refrainbow.com/collections/coming-soon

Boyfriends Secret Project 🍒🍦

I don't know how long I've teased this project, but it's been a long journey (I'm battered and bruised huhu) but we're aiming to release something on May 14th 2024!!! Mark the date!!!

Upcoming Conventions

I've tasted how great it is to do conventions again in 2023, and I've got a hankering for more in 2024! So far I've been confirmed to attend Dokomi 2024 and Anime Expo 2024, but I've already signed up for more conventions. (I'm looking to attend something in... Australia... and also maybe LATAM...??? 👀)

Here's my confirmed schedule so far:
- Dokomi 2024 - Dusseldorf, German // 28-30th June 2024
- AX 2024 - Los Angeles, USA // 4-7th July 2024 

Boyfriends Webtoon Season 3

Unfortunately, I must say I've been really really burned out by the production of the Boyfriends Webtoon. Don't get me wrong, I still love the series--and I know I talked about me feeling like there's no reason to continue anymore... I thought about it more and I decided I wanted to finish the series. But I feel super fucked by a LOT of things specifically in regards to the comic's production and behind the scenes. I'm going to step back from the comic itself and take an indefinite hiatus from the comic after Season 2 ends.

Gumroad Fuckery

So I heard they're taking down NSFW/18+ stuff from Gumroad........ Big Sadge......... I know that most of you accessed my extra chapters through Patreon, but on the off-chance that you did purchase them on Gumroad, and if you are unable to download the comics that you purchased, please send me an email with your receipt and I will send you the file. My email is restrainstorm@gmail.com.

OK.... I THINK THAT'S ALL FOR TODAY.... Also I know it's Ramadan but I'm going nutso mode and will try to make something 18+ during breakfast time anyway for my 18+ Patrons. Sorry it's been a dry desert on those tiers huhuhu