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Here is an older music video from the band Sun Bones [1] that uses a really weird an interesting technique. Given the band let their domain expire and their twitter is very inactive it's safe to assume they are no longer a band but this video is kinda cool. Here they are on Bandcamp: https://sunbones.bandcamp.com/album/the-years-chalet [2] [1] https://twitter.com/sunbonesband [2] https://sunbones.bandcamp.com/album/the-years-chalet
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Another announcement we found at Animation World Network: “GKIDS, producer and distributor of animation for adult and family audiences, has acquired the North American distribution rights for the animated feature Marona’s Fantastic Tale, by film from director Anca Damian… The film features Marona, a mixed-breed Labrador, who after an accident reflects on her past homes and experiences. Journeying back through her memories she reflects on the deep impressions she has made on her owners’ lives. With Marona’s unfailing love and empathy she had provided lightness and innocence to her families. Marona’s Fantastic Tale is a beautiful and emotional story of an average dog and her extraordinary life.” The picture below doesn’t really do justice to how weird and artistically adventurous this 2D film is. Check out the trailer instead!

image c. 2019 GKIDS

This short goes out to the the scalies out there. This Sci-Fi film came from Toronto CGI artist Han Yang [1] and I get a real Traveler [2]vibe from these space ships. ...ok perhaps I only see that as i'm in need of getting back into a furry Traveller rpg campaign. [1] https://hanyang.format.com/ [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traveller_(role-playing_game)
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I feel some weird nostalgia but I've never heard his name .... ???? Also, Is this why awwwoo has been made illegal as wolves have been calling down aliens?
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Word has been going around that the Ursa Major Award-nominated video game Cuphead (developed by Studio MDHR) is now being turned into an animated TV series. We got this from Animation World Network: “Netflix has joined forces with King Features on The Cuphead Show!, a new kids series based on the Studio MDHR video game. The show will expand upon the characters and world of Cuphead, with an animation style inspired by the classic Fleischer cartoons from the 1930s… The character-driven comedy follows the unique misadventures of the impulsive Cuphead and his cautious but easily swayed brother Mugman. Through their many misadventures across their surreal home of the Inkwell Isles, they’ve always got one another’s backs. The series will be produced by Netflix Animation and is executive produced by Emmy and Annie Award-winning producer, Dave Wasson (Mickey Mouse Shorts), with Cosmo Segurson (Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling) serving as co-executive producer.” That’s some good talent behind the project! No word on a planned release date yet.

image c. 2019 Studio MDHR

Back from Anthrocon, we haphazardly review our awesome experience. Fayroe then bursts into the studio with a story about his bad day.

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Watch Video Link Roundup:

• Anthrocon 2019 Floor Wars
• Goodbye to FurryMap
• FurryMap Twitter
• Furries at San Fran pride
• Anthrocon Articles:
  • Furry invasion closes in on Pittsburgh
  • Furries feel the love from Pittsburghers as Anthrocon begins
  • Anthrocon Kicks Off With Fursuit Parade And Special Starbucks Drink
  • The origin of how Pittsburgh and furries fell in love with each other
  • For Some With Autism, Furry Culture Offers Comfort And Acceptance
• HIV Breakthrough
• Telegram Animated Stickers
• Crash on All Stars
• Converse Site
• Revit’s Anthrocon 2019 Con Video (4K)

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FurBuy down for ‘months’ after spat with security researcher

FC-333 Schrödinger’s Adventure - Back from Anthrocon, we haphazardly review our awesome experience. Fayroe then bursts into the studio with a story about his bad day.

We found this one thanks to Furry.Today: Mustard & Ketchup are a pair of male badgers in a long-term relationship — created by Iain Gardner of the studio Animation Garden. Recently they made their “grand entrance” as the stars of “Farfisa Song”, a video for the band Looper (featuring Stuart David from the band Belle and Sebastian). Take a look at Animation Garden’s portfolio to see what else they’re working on. And follow the badgers on social media!

image c. 2019 Animation Garden

For Friday we got a music video from the band Looper starring Mustard & Ketchup the same-sex married badger duo. This was their first introduction to the world where they try to create a music video but due to the couples low budget they end up with some with some creative differences. Mustard & Ketchup was created by Iain Gardner of Animation Garden [1]. You can also find the adorable duo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GayBadgers/ [2] https://youtu.be/YoQ1hRFrSHc [1] https://animation-garden.com/about/ [2] https://www.facebook.com/GayBadgers/
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Comic publisher Humanoids have a new all-ages imprint called BIG, and the first publication from it is called Bigby Bear. “A series of vignettes on imagination, science, mathematics, and the life of our planet…shared from the perspective of a curious bear and his furry, forest-dwelling friends! Bigby Bear lives peacefully in the lush mountains where he was born. Struggling to figure out nature and its elements, Bigby engages in silly experiments of all kinds. Accompanied by his loyal rabbit friend, he gives us the secret to living a happy, simple life: To follow your curiosity, and make friends along the way.” Written and illustrated by Philippe Coudray, Bigby Bear is available now in hardcover.

image c. 2019 BIG

Furries set to break Pittsburgh attendance record
https://www.wtae.com/article/furries-on-parade-in-pittsburgh-this-saturday/28294302

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PITTSBURGH —
If there seem to be constant sightings of fur-wearing visitors, there's a reason.

Organizers of the 14th annual Anthrocon convention say they're expecting to break last year's attendance record with up to 10,000 visitors this year.

They've come from many cities across the U.S. and from more than 20 countries, according to a spokesperson for the convention.

The theme for this year is "Surf Pacific," so be prepared for some festive summer outfits in this year's parade.

The fifth annual Fursuit Walk will take place Saturday, July 6, at 2 p.m.

2,132 "fursuiters" paraded around the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

A meet-and-greet with the "fursuiters" was also held following the parade.

“We are excited to welcome back Anthrocon for the 14th year, as this convention continues to be a summer highlight in Pittsburgh,” said Craig Davis, president and chief executive officer of VisitPITTSBURGH. “Since 2006, and including 2019, Anthrocon has contributed $71 million in direct spending to Pittsburgh’s economy. We thank the Anthrocon organizers for continuing to choose Pittsburgh to host their convention.”

Since 2006, Anthrocon has raised nearly $295,000 for animal-related charities in Pennsylvania, leaving behind a legacy of philanthropy in Pittsburgh. This year, the convention has selected PEARL Parrots Rescue as the charity it will support.

Other Links:
http://www.pittsburghcc.com/events/anthrocon-2019/
https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2019/07/04/anthrocon-2019-kicks-off-in-downtown-pittsburgh/
https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2019/07/06/fursuit-parade-and-furry-ccino/
https://www.wpxi.com/news/top-stories/pittsburgh-furries-furries-descend-on-pittsburgh-for-anthrocon-19/956066098
https://www.post-gazette.com/life/lifestyle/2019/07/06/Anthrocon-2019-Furries-Parade-Pittsburgh-FurScience-Sharon-Roberts/stories/201907070067
https://heavy.com/entertainment/2019/07/anthrocon-furry-convention-pittsburgh-schedule/


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Here, have a short animated documentary on wolves.
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Love it or loathe it, Disney’s new CGI (we here at IFN refuse to say “live action”) version of The Lion King is coming soon — and the merchandising machine is in full swing. Along that line, we came across The Lion King: Wild Schemes and Catastrophes, a new full-color graphic anthology in trade paperback. “Journey through Pride Rock and beyond in four stories focusing on the life of Simba as a cub and what awaits him on his path to become the lion king.” Written by John Jackson Miller (Star Wars, Mass Effect) and illustrated by Alexandra Fastovets, Danilo Antoniucci, and Timothy Green II, it’s available now from Disney Comics and Dark Horse Books.

image c. 2019 Dark Horse Books

A free to play battle royale game that is humans VS werewolves ... yes you get to be on the werewolf team. That is all. "Don’t Even Think is an asymmetric PvP survival game. The game gives the battle royale genre a different concept. During an intense battle, fighting alone will not be a wise decision. When the time is right, you might get an unexpected result by cooperating with other players. Collect information, analyze the information, and make your strategy work will be the key to your victory. Humans need to find weapons and ammo during the cold night. They need to collect the resources and keep themselves warm while looking for the information that will help them escape. By boarding the plane by the dawn, the humans will claim the victory. Werewolves need to find rotten bodies and drink their blood to acquire powerful abilities. They need to locate the humans by the light and smoke, hunting them down when the time is right. By eliminating the humans and stop them from escaping, werewolves will be able to claim the victory."
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New Digimon feature coming from Toei Animation and will probably be tearjerker. This one will be featuring the original Digimon Adventure crew but as adults in their 20s. I do hope this avoids the tope of having to give up childish things but I expect that will be the gist of it. Please prove me wrong Toei Animation.
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Just run away kitty, that bird is just evil.    
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Roo and Tugs streamed this episode live, joined by our Space News expert, Smokescale! Listen as we clear out the mailbag and chat with the audience. NOW LISTEN! Show Notes Special Thanks Everyone who wrote in and was so patient with us in clearing out our mailbag! All those who tuned in and chatted live […] S8 Episode 15 – FWIW on YouTube LIVE! - Roo and Tugs streamed this episode live, joined by our Space News expert, Smokescale! Listen as we clear out the mailbag and chat with the audience. NOW LISTEN! Show Notes Special Thanks Everyone who wrote in and was so patient with us in clearing out ...

Here’s a new full-color graphic novel we discovered thanks to Previews: Mr. Wolf’s Class. “From Eisner Award-–winning creator Aron Nels Steinke, a vibrant, funny new series that charmingly captures the everyday antics of a fourth–grade classroom! Mr. Wolf has just started teaching at Hazelwood Elementary. He wants the first day of school to go well, but he’s got his hands full with his new class. Some of his students include: Margot, who is new in town and is trying to make friends. Sampson, who brought something special to school for show-–and-–tell. Aziza, who just wants everyone to be quiet and do their work. And Penny, who is very sleepy because she has a new baby brother at home, goes missing!” Look for it in hardcover over at Scholastic. Oh,  and makes sure to check out the sequel, Mr. Wolf’s Class: Mystery Club.

image c. 2019 Graphix

 

We’ll admit we weren’t familiar with the works of comic creator Mary Fleener, but maybe we should have been: Check out her new graphic novel from Fantagraphics, Billie The Bee. “Meet Billie, an oversized honeybee with an even bigger personality! She’s bold, boisterous, and always singin’ up a storm. Billie lives a sweet life exploring the marshes of San Diego and making friends with Kay the kind Fox, Rayleen the rattlesnake, and Flo and Mo, the dirty joke-telling turtle sisters. But one day humans arrive and illegally release some rabid creatures into the marsh lands, upsetting the delicate ecological balance of the habitat. Can Billie and her woodland friends band together to repel these wild outsiders? And when a natural disaster strikes, does Billie have what it takes to lead the hive? Mary Fleener’s intricate crosshatching and signature mind-bending forays into cubist storytelling masterfully conjure up the world of her plucky honeybee protagonist. A deep dive into the secret life of bees, Billie’s story is by turns both charming and harrowing.” It’s available now in hardcover.

image c. 2019 Fantagraphics Books

This short was made by James Sugrue [1] with Titmouse studio [2] and there is a lot to process in this short ...I just don't know where to begin. The spumco is strong in this one.           [1] https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3168642/ [2] https://titmouse.net/
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Happy 4th of July ... now go blow some part of the country up in furry style! Now if you will excuse me I'm off to BBQ watch explosions and binge Stranger Things. Also keep an eye on your pets, this is a very stressful day for them.    
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