Big Studios has launched Kickstarter for Nexus: Deluxe Hardcover Omnibus – Volume One. This is the first print in the hardcover omnibus collection of the Nexus science fiction comic series, which won the Eisner Awards by Mike Baron and Stee Rood. The response was immediate, and the campaign coincided with its target (almost four times the initial target) in less than three days.
The typical anti-hero space epic has been on and off for 40 years, and has changed publishers multiple times with Capital Comics first in 1981, first in 1983, Dark Horse in 1992, and rude Dude Productions from 1992 to 1997.
Even the first deal in the comic appears to include many parties, as Baron writes in the Nexus postword. “This wasn’t a big money deal. It wasn’t a few years later that we could have done a better bargain. We.”
Nexus #1
Capital Comics released on May 1, 1983
Recently, there has been a friendly division among creators. A Gutter Review article by Chad Nevett explains that splitting is caused by creative differences.
The plan to move forward is for both men to carry out the Nexus story, generally in a spirit of friendship and cooperation, as they think they are appropriate. It’s a rather unique situation where both recognize the validity of the other’s claims about the character and its world.
The main difference I see is that Baron seems to be more interested in the Nexus, and as a science fiction sandbox, he can explore ideas and build into a bigger world. It’s becoming increasingly common for Baron to remove the Nexus from his outfit or remove his powers and escape the character’s superhero elements. Meanwhile, rude seems to be continuing to bring the Nexus back to its superhero roots. Horatio has his powers, dresses in costume, fights enemies bigger than life, and ultimately wins.
And it appears that disagreements in these contacts continue to the Nexus to date.
In a Facebook post on June 2, 2025, Rude revealed: “I’ve received a lot of questions about the Nexus Omnibus Crowdfunder by Mike Baron. I’m not involved in anything related to this project. I was also disappointed to reorganize the art by repeating old materials, but I did my best with the project.” This led to speculation that Rood’s original art had been changed, and some fans declared they would not support the campaign due to Ruod’s exclusion from the project.
June 2, 2025, Stee Roud’s Facebook
Baron then gave fans the latest updates on the Nexus Omnibus Kickstarter.
Some quick explanations for those who ask:
Steve Rude’s original art remains the same. No edits and no changes. I looked into recalibrating the first three black and white issues, but last year I put it aside due to multiple technical hurdles.
“Remaster” does not change into art itself, but rather means reformatting, condemnation, minor cleanup and better print quality. Details in the FAQ section. Steve receives royalties from this campaign after fulfillment and each subsequent volume.
Mike and Steve are in regular contact and hope that this wave of support will lead to more involvement. Steve’s focus is on new projects, and while we respect that, we always value and value his impact on the Nexus.
Thank you for your passion and support. The campaign celebrates the legacy of Nexus and celebrates fans who continue to live it. Your feedback is always welcome. stay tuned!
The first update from the Nexus Omnibus Kickstarter was published on May 3rd
There will be no updates from Rude for the time being, but we hope that the parties have reached an agreement and fans are looking forward to the more collecting editions of the Nexus.
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