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Komiket, Comics Dojo and Komikon Now Offering Workshops

Three komiks creation workshops are now available for fans of all ages who want to create and sell their own komiks. 

Aircondition Units Run Away as Summer Comes to the Philippines

Author's own aircon now in custody

Filipino netizens were caught off guard when reports of runaway airconditioners (a.k.a aircon) started appearing in social media.

The first reports came in around 8am today, April 1, 2018. According to witnesses, while two people were discussing about the escaping aircon units, the said appliances sneak behind them and makes a run out of the door.

Here is the unofficial and incomplete list of eye witness accounts (in no particular order):

KomiketPH Announces the Winners of the Komiket Awards 2018

Komiket PH recently published the list of winners of the 3rd Komiket Awards 2018.

Komiket Awards features komiks published during 2017 and reviewed by the jury composed of Sienna Olaso (Film and TV Production), Nida Ramirez (Publishing) and Arnold Arre (Komiks and Animation).

Pugad Baboy Moves Into a New "Pugad"

Photo from Rappler

Pugad Baboy will be moving to a new nest, and this time, it will be back in the broadsheet print.

COMING SOON: Sorrowful, Sorrowful, Mysteries (TV series and film)

Photo by Viva Entertainment

Komiks creator Manix Abrera has just signed a contract with film-maker Epik Studios for the TV and film adaptation of one of his comic books.

FILM SCREENING: Komikero Chronicles

Pinoy komiks documentary, "Komikero Chronicles", is among the films lined up for the month of February at Cinema Centenario.

Who's Coming to ComicCon Asia 2018? (Partial Guest List Announcement)

ComicCon Asia promises to be one of the biggest pop culture events in the country. The event first made noise around social media in early 2017. Despite the numerous rumors faced last year, the organizers confirmed during the press conference held last January 17, all the plans they have in store for all the Filipino geeks out there.

Zines Invade the South with Munzinelupa

According to Wikipedia, a zine is 

A zine (/ziːn/ ZEEN; short for magazine or fanzine) is most commonly a small-circulation self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually reproduced via photocopier. Usually zines are the product of a single person, or of a very small group.

 In the Philippines, zines are not a new thing. They have been around for some time now, made available in art fairs, pop-up shops, cafes, comic cons, music festivals, and many other related events.

This year, one of the biggest zine events will be happening in Muntinlupa. Dubbed as Munzinelupa, you can read a wide variety of zines while you chill out to music performances, watch indie films, or even join a workshop.

Grab artworks and other merchandise by the following artists: 

• Asshulz
• Momcrew
• Magpies
• rtmoratin (Richard Moratin)
• Jasminelutero / art
• Komiks Sundays
• Josel Nicolas
• Makô
• The Cabinet
• Xeus Dela Cruz Foja
• Zeempleng Tao
• UP Film Circle
• Wombatrai
• Haliya Publishing
• Electromilk
• Czar Kristoff
• Studio Soup Zine Library
• Alex Certeza
• Jed Gregorio
• Loser Mangaka
• Zop Ad Hoc Collective
• Blanche Llanes
• Rare Drama Aisle

Munzinelupa will be held at the Picked Cafe and Gallery on January 27, 2018 from 1PM to 7PM. Entrance is free.

BOOK LAUNCH: Dead Balagtas Tomo 1: Mga Sayaw ng Dagat at Lupa by Emiliana Kampilan

This weekend will mark the official book launch "Dead Balagtas Tomo 1: Mga Sayaw ng Dagat at Lupa" by Emiliana Kampilan. 

Starting as a Facebook webcomic in 2013, Dead Balagtas was known for its witty and satirical take on the notable events and personalities in Philippine history. In 2017, Emiliana launched the story "Mga Sayaw ng Dagat at Lupa" in the official Facebook page where she narrated the geological origins of the Philippine islands through a series of short stories. It was made available for pre-order last November during Komikon 2017, and was released by Anino Comics in December the same year. Those who pre-ordered a copy were able to get (1) exclusive limited edition Dead Balagtas sticker and (1) pocket calendar together with their book.

Aside from the book launch, there will be a premiere signing for "Ang Hari ng Komyut" and "Sandali".

"Hari ng Komyut" by Lizette Daluz is a collection of six-panel comics about a model commuter and his adventures during his travels while the collaboration work of Mikey Jimenez & Mikey Marchan, "Sandali", is a compilation of slice-of-life stories in Manila. Both books were first released during Komikon 2017.

These books as well as the other titles of Anino Comics are available to purchase online through the Adarna House Publishing Online Store. 

Book launch will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 2pm in the 3rd floor of Fully Booked, BGC, Taguig.

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Artists Lineup for the 2018 Manila Hobbies and Collectibles Convention

Several komiks artists will be participating in this year's Manila Hobbies and Collectibles Convention happening on January 20 - 21, 2018 at the Megatrade Hall 3 of SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.

Among the guest artists are Freely Abrigo (Kulas), Andrew Villar (Ambush) and Gio Custodio (Loser Mangaka). Other artists in the Artist Alley are Patty Arroyo, Lowe Beltran, Jeff Benitez, Ron Escultura, Ruben Nacion, JC Panlilio and Amos Villar.

Now on it's third year, the Manila Hobbies & Collectibles Convention will showcase 58 exhibitors of toys and collectibles from all over the metro. Among this year's line up of activities will be the Collectors display, Exhibit of Life-Sized Statues, toy auctions, Gundam Caravan, Artist Alley and more. 

Ticket prices remain at Php 100.

For more updates and information about this event, visit the official event page or the organizer's page, Hobby at Worx. 

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Schedule of Komiks Events 2018

Are you ready for 2018?! There are a ton of komiks events in store! Here's a rundown of some of the komiks events we are looking forward to next year! Also included in the list are other non-komiks events where komiks creators will be participating in. If you know any events that should be included in this list, send us a PM in our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/omgkomiks/

Toto Madayag to Release His 3rd Book Soon!!

Teaser image from Libreng Komiks posted on Sept. 22, 2017

Komiks creator Toto Madayag revealed the cover of his upcoming 3rd book, "P*cha E 'Di Komiks Pa Rin: Vol. 2 " last September 23, 2017 featuring his famous and booty-ful original character, Genie!

Indie Spotlight: Things to Remember by Jess Santiago and Jez Nabong

Things to Remember by Jess Santiago and Jez Nabong

Title: Things To Remember
Acquired on: Komiket 2015 (Elements at the Centris, October 3, 2015)
Selling price: Php 80.00
Written by: Jess Santiago
Illustrated by: Jez Nabong
Language: English
Cover: Colored, printed on bond paper
Illustrations: Black and white
Type: One-shot comic
Published under: Self-published (Komiket University Graduates)


Storyline (From the synopsis):
They love her. She doesn't remember.

Banchi must help Hon remember their daughter before she and her family come for breakfast. It has been months since they last saw Hon; and with her memory fading, the chances of her recalling them are slim. Banchi has tried everything to rekindle the past, but nothing has been working.

After all their years together, what is the one thing Hon will never forget?

TRANSCRIPT: Live Chat via Twitter with Paolo Chikiamco

Book covers and creator profile picture from Flipreads.com

Paolo Chikiamco, one of the great minds behind Alternative Alamat, Mythspace and High Society,  entertained his fans during the Live Twitter chat held at 5PM last October 1, 2015.

Beyond Komiks: Fairy Tail and Attack on Titan Manga in Filipino

Manga covers courtesy of Viva-Psicom

I heard all the rumors. Then I saw them in the shelves of bookstores. I was even invited to go to the book launch (and actually went there).

And on that day, I received a friendly reminder that Filipino-translated literary works are slowly invading our local bookstores.

I present to you: Attack on Titan and Fairy Tail... Philippine Edition.

After the Kon: Things You Might Have Missed at the ToyconPH 2015 (Warning: Image Heavy)

Childhood nostalgia. Fan geekery. And a whole lot of fun! This is how I can describe this year's ToyconPH 2015! This was the first time I'm attending the ToyCon despite having heard of it before as I was more of an anime fan than a geek back then and I have very little interest (and very limited budget) in buying toys. I'm really glad that I got invited this year to be a part of the Biggest Toy Convention in South East Asia.

ToyConPH 2015 was held at the SM Megatrade Halls in the 5th Floor of SM Megamall (Mandaluyong City) last June 19-21, 2015. The event was so big that aside from occupying Megatrade Halls 1, 2, and 3, ToyCon also added the Meeting Halls A and B as their event venue.

Komiks Review: Sixty Six by Russel Molina and Ian Sta. Maria

Sixty Six
by Russell Molina and Ian Sta. Maria

Title: Sixty Six
Acquired on: Sixty Six Book Launch at Comic Odyssey, Fully Booked, BGC, Taguig (June 13, 2015)
Selling price: Php 275.00
Written by: Russell Molina
Illustrated by: Ian Sta. Maria
Language: Filipino-English (Taglish)
Cover: Matte board, colored
Illustrations: Black and white
Type: Compilation comic. Used to be sold as separate chapters.
Characters: Recurring.
Published under: Anino Comics (Adarna House)

And the winner for the Filipino Reader's Choice Awards for the Comics/Graphic Novel Category is...

Photo Source: http://tresekomix.blogspot.com/2012/10/trese-5-midnight-tribunal.html

Congratulations to Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo for winning this year's award at the Filipino Reader Con held today, December 7, 2013, at the Ateneo Rizal Library!!!

Indie Spotlight: Silver Star by Freya Dy

Silver Star by Freya Dy

Title: Silver Star
Acquired on: Winter Komikon 2013 (November 16, 2013) 
Selling price: Php 50.00
Written by: Freya Dy
Illustrated by: Freya Dy
Cover: Colored, printed on bond paper
Illustrations: Black and white except for title pages
Type: Compilation comic. Used to be sold as three separate chapters.
Characters: Recurring. Also appeared in other titles of the same author/group.
Published under: Filipino Utilized Manga Magazine 3 (FUM Magazine) - Indie