Heroes & Zeros! The Olympian! Acorn Comics!
Welcome to The Funky Flavor Podcast’s (formerly PodCultHQ) exclusive show featuring people in the comic book industry who are making an impact with what they created… It’s time for… “Whatcha Doin’ in Comics?“!
For episode two, I spoke with Paul Eza (Heroes & Zeros, Intrusion, The Olympian) about his publishing label – Acorn Comics.
Paul is a lifelong nerd, former prosecutor, and practicing mediator who knows his way around a mystery. In his years as a litigator, Paul spent his time searching for the truth, which was often buried beneath layers of lies and deception. He then used that truth to craft a compelling narrative to present to his audience (AKA judge, jury, or opposing party). But at night (and sometimes far too early in the morning), he builds more fantastical worlds, where the truth is also hidden several layers deep, and he leads his characters (and the reader) through thrilling and poignant narratives that dwarf any story he ever told in court.
Having run a successful campaign on Kickstarter earlier this year with HEROES & ZEROS, the indie publisher is moving forward with a second title – THE OLYMPIAN – in early 2025. Here’s a look at the HEROES & ZEROS premiere issue…
HEROES & ZEROS #1
Created by Paul Eza & Kasey Quevedo
Words: Paul Eza
Art: Kasey Quevedo
Colors: Maja Opacic
Letters: Reed Hinckley-Barnes
Edits: Devin Arscott
Heroes & Zeros Logo: Dead Hours
Acorn Comics Logo: Dee Fish
Main Cover (A): Kasey Quevedo & Maja Opacic
Variant Cover (B): Dee Fish
Variant Cover (C): Tom Raney & Gina Going
Heroes & Zeros is a 46-page murder-mystery comic book set in a future where the majority of people have enhanced abilities, and those who don’t—known as Zeros—are considered worthless. But when the most powerful person on Earth is murdered, three Zeros and their dog are recruited by an underground resistance group to solve the murder and expose the conspiracy behind it.
Thanks to our wonderful backers, the Kickstarter edition will include a two-page bonus story by GAIL SIMONE!
And take a look at trailers for Acorn Comics’ titles, as well as the fulfillment process occurring recently for the backers of HEROES & ZEROS on Kickstarter.
Heroes & Zeros #1 Trailer
Scooby-Doo meets X-Men in this 46-page murder-mystery comic. The series recently launched on Kickstarter this past March 12th, 2024 and successfully reached its funding goal!
Who will claim the Talisman of Olympus? Find out in the first issue of The Olympian – coming from Acorn Comics in 2025!
Heroes & Zeros Proofs!
Time to listen to the interview!
“Whatcha Doin’ in Comics?” – Ep. 2 w/ Paul Eza of Acorn Comics
Special thanks to Paul for sitting down with us and sharing what he’s doin’ in comics. Be sure to follow Acorn Comics on their socials (links below) and be on the lookout for Acorn’s upcoming Kickstarter campaign for THE OLYMPIAN! And sign up for updates, launch dates, and a few surprises in The Mighty Oak Newsletter (located in the footer on Acorn Comics’ website)!
Thanks for listening and watch for our next episode spotlighting Blue Delliquanti!
About Acorn Comics:
Acorn Comics was founded in 2024 by Paul Eza as the imprint for his debut comic, Heroes & Zeros, and for his future creator-owned projects. Our plan is for sustainable growth – building an audience by producing top-quality stories for print and digital comic readers, and by treating our collaborators and our readers with the respect they deserve.