Inside Comic Book #5: Motivated Monster
In the depressed and forgotten city of Gary, Indiana, an unlikely hero transcends his family’s legacy of being losers by rising into Motivated Monster. This dark, harrowing, and inspiring origin story demonstrates how some monsters don’t destroy, they rebuild.
Created by Gary Vaynerchuk
Script by D.J. Coffman
Art by Chris Fason
Cover B by Jae Lee
Inside Comic Book #6: VEE for Viking
Versatile Viking sets sail on the high seas as he journeys across uncharted waters in a quest for a new life. When a shipwreck leaves Viking stranded on a mysterious shore, he’s led into a test of his versatility that will determine his destiny.
Created by Gary Vaynerchuk
Story by D.J. Coffman
Art by Katelyn Windels
Cover B by Jim Mahfood
Inside Comic Book #7: Notorious Ninja
In 1990s Southern California, Renji Shinoda just wants to be the next Tony Hawk. But when his family calls on him to inherit their Notorious Legacy, he’s torn between chasing his dream of becoming a pro skater, and carrying the weight of a clan that’s been in a stealth war for centuries. Will he carve out his own path, or take up the mantle that cost his father everything?
Created by Gary Vaynerchuk
Script by D.J. Coffman
Art by Katelyn Windels
Cover B by David Mack
Comic Books #5–7 Feature Bold Artwork By Acclaimed Artists
Each new VeeFriends Comic Book brings more than just a gripping, character-driven story. They deliver cover art that readers can’t take their eyes off of and collectors can’t wait to hold in their hands. The covers for Comic Books #5–7 are true showpieces, crafted by artists whose styles elevate each main character to mythic status.
Comic Book #5 Cover Art by Jae Lee & Chris Fason
Cover B (pictured on the left) is illustrated by Eisner Award–winning artist Jae Lee, known for his iconic work on Captain America, Fantastic Four, and The Uncanny X-Men. Lee brings his signature style to VeeFriends, elevating Motivated Monster with a bold new look.
Cover A (pictured on the right ) is drawn by Chris Fason, returning to VeeFriends after his standout work on Comic Book #1: The Battle for Balance and Comic Book #3: World Tour. Fason continues to deliver exceptional illustrations that bring the VeeFriends world to life.
Comic Book #6 Cover Art by Jim Mahfood & Kate Windels
After his remarkable artwork in Comic Book #4: Hunt for Harpik, the legendary Jim Mahfood has graced VeeFriends once again. Jim’s mythic Cover B (pictured on the left) adds another striking cover to his distinguished portfolio, which includes artwork on Tank Girl, Clerks, and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Rising star Kate Windels (aka Kate Komics) follows up on her exciting debut in Comic Book #4: Hunt for Harpik with her artful Cover A (pictured on the right). Kate’s art also includes her outstanding character-driven sketch cards in 2025 Topps VeeFriends Chrome, as well as a cover for VeeFriends Comic Book #7.
Comic Book #7 Cover Art by David Mack & Kate Windels
Emmy Award-nominated artist and writer David Mack brings his unique and critically acclaimed style to the world of VeeFriends with Cover B (pictured on the left). Mack is the bestselling author and artist of Kabuki. He is also known for his distinctive artwork on the opening titles of the Jessica Jones Netflix series, the Captain America: The Winter Soldier film, and the cover art for Neil Gaiman’s American Gods.
Kate Windels (aka Kate Komics) delivers a third remarkable addition to her growing VeeFriends portfolio, bringing her signature style once again to Cover A (pictured on the right). Kate has become one of VeeFriends’ most consistent illustrators with this latest entry following her standout work on Comic Book #4, Comic Book #6, and 2025 Topps VeeFriends Chrome Sketch Cards.
Chase The Rarities of Comic Book #5–7
Comic Book #5: Motivated Monster
Sketch Covers: 1/1 GaryVee, /2 DJ Coffman, /2 Chris Fason
Rare cover Variants: 1/1 Lollipop, /10 Gold, /55 Silver, /99 Holographic, /199 Cracked Ice, /299 Shimmer
Base covers: /2,866 Jae Lee, /11,466 Chris Fason
Page count: 24 (full-sized comic)
Supply: 15,000
Price: $24.99 (see below for discounted holder price)
Comic Book #6: VEE is for Viking
Sketch covers: 1/1 GaryVee, /2 DJ Coffman, /2 Kate Windels
Rare cover variants: 1/1 Lollipop, /10 Gold, /55 Silver, /99 Holographic, /199 Cracked Ice, /299 Shimmer
Base covers: /2,000 Jim Mahfood, /7,332 Kate Windels
Page count: 12 pages (mini-comic)
Supply: 10,000
Price: $24.99 (see below for discounted holder price)
Comic Book #7: Notorious Ninja
Sketch covers: /1 GaryVee, /2 DJ Coffman, /2 Kate Windels
Rare cover variants: 1/1 Lollipop, /10 Gold, /55 Silver, /99 Holographic, /199 Cracked Ice, /299 Shimmer
Special cover variant: /1000 Blood Red
- Rarity: /900 Blood Red, /100 Red Foil — both rarities are graded by CGC
- 50 signed copies by David Mack
- Packaged in mystery boxes, graded by CGC
- Exclusively available at NYCC 2025 and VeeFriends livestreams
Own a Series 2 Spectacular Notorious Ninja? Holders will be able to claim 1 free Blood Red variant of Comic Book #7 from October 9th to October 23rd on shop.veefriends.com.
Base covers: /2000 David Mack, /7332 Kate Windels
Supply: 10,000
Page count: 24 pages (full-sized comic)
Price: $24.99 (see below for discounted holder price)
How To Get Comic Books #5–7
Ahead of NYCC 2025, VeeFriends holders can secure a special bundle of Comic Book #5–7 in a discounted presale, and the public will have an opportunity to secure a bundle through the public presale via EQL. Comic Book #5–7 will also be available for purchase at NYCC 2025.
Sale Details:
Holder Presale
- When: Tuesday, September 23rd, 12 PM ET — Thursday, September 25th, 12 PM ET
- Who: Series 1 Holders: $59.97 (bundle of 3 comics, $19.99 each — 20% off). Series 2 & Iconics Holders: $68.97 (bundle of 3 comics, $22.99 each — 8% off)
- Where: shop.veefriends.com
Public Sale via EQL
• When: Thursday, September 25th, 12 PM ET — Friday, September 26th, 12 PM ET
• Price: $74.97 (bundle of 3 comics, $24.99 each)
• Where: veefriends.com/eql
Shipping Details:
- This is a presale order and books will likely NOT be delivered prior to NYCC 2025.
- Holder presale and public sale orders ship separately.
- Labels may be created before shipping begins.
- Delivery timing varies by location.
What is EQL?
New York Comic Con 2025 Sale
• When: October 9th — October 12th
• Where: VeeFriends Booth (#4409)
There’s More!
Comic Books #5–7 aren’t the only comic books being released at New York Comic Con. Stay tapped into our socials, emails, and blogs for upcoming news… 👀
P.S. If you haven’t read Comic Books #1–3, head to veefriends.com/comics to read them!