# Frank Goodie - Building AshVeil Comics & Thelbe Jack: Seeds of Ruin

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Podcast: [The United States Department of Nerds Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372)
Published: 2026-07-19T14:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3688

## Resource

Building an Indie Fantasy Universe One Comic at a Time | Frank Goodie Every fantasy world begins with a single idea. This week on The USDN Podcast – Where Indie Comics Come to Life , The Chairman sits down with Frank Goodie, founder of AshVeil Comics and creator of Thelbe Jack: Seeds of Ruin . Together they discuss: • Building an original fantasy universe • Creating compelling characters and lore • Turning ideas into published comics • Lessons learned from Kickstarter • Balancing comic creation with a full-time career • Long-term planning for an interconnected comic universe • Advice for aspiring indie comic creators Whether you're a fantasy fan, comic creator, or someone dreaming of publishing your own stories, this episode offers an inside look at what it takes to build a world from the ground up. Follow Frank Goodie 🌐 https://ashveilcomics.com 📚 GlobalComix https://globalcomix.com Subscribe to the USDN Podcast 🎙 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 🌐 All Links https://linktr.ee/USDN_Podcast 📧 Business & Media Inquiries: thechairman@usdnpodcast.com 📚 Support the Channel BCW Supplies Affiliate https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=USDN Use Code: USDN to save 10% on your order. Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a small commission if you use our affiliate link or discount code. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you. The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life.

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