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2011-05-20T12:21:00.004+09:00

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Why my Mother HATES Motorcycles

2011-05-12T09:13:00.000+09:00

Did Mark not see the 2001 monolith in the middle of the road?
Were hungry zombies on his tail making him lose concentration?

No, not at all... must've been a... vehicular malfunction. POW!!

MARK'S NEW RIDE!

2011-05-07T02:15:00.000+09:00

Just finished the third phase of the running bike which the front is smashed up and blood is splattered all over the frame and wheels. It's a bloody mess which I hope fans will dig.
The G rated gif on the left is the first phase.

This will be available in a near future update as an add-on mini game, available through in app purchasing.

Ghost Ninja marketing campaign begins next week. WOOHA!

GANBARE NIPPON! NIHON HA TSUYOI KUNI!

2011-04-25T17:50:00.001+09:00

As the Tohoku Region recovers slowly from the March 11th, triple disaster, thousands of missing persons have yet to be found. Another massive search team of Japanese and Americans are undergoing the recovering of bodies.
News of the devastated areas report progress, but the reality is, it'll be years before there is real progress.

With that said, I'd like to dedicate this illustration to the suffering, as well to the Japanese nation, and all the helping hands and voices around the world that have come together as one to overcome this hardship.

And specifically to the military, rescue and recovery teams, fire and policemen, hospitals, seniors, evacuation shelters, nuclear workers, family and children, fishing and farming industries, pets, housing and construction workers, businesses, spiritual ones, schools, and the newborns, keep on going! We can do it together! Nothing is too big to overcome!

I'm looking forward to a new Japan! Thank you!

Ganbare Nippon!

GANBARE NIPPON!

2011-04-11T06:19:00.001+09:00

Here's a work in progress tribute poster of the ongoing recovery that I'd like to dedicate to the Japanese people. For now, this is all my family and I are able to do as well as continual donation of money. We are gathering clothes, books and toys to send when the government announces it's OK to do so. So in the meantime, I've stopped all work to focus on this poster.

Initially, I had planned to pay tribute to the Tohoku region which is suffering the most, but realized it's Japan as a whole. She is reeling from the unsurmountable devastation where industries all across the nation are affected. They mustn't be neglected I feel. Now, only time will tell and reveal how resilient the Japanese people truly are.

I for one, am living among greatness. To witness the awe of sheer will and determination is an honor. Thank you, and GANBARE NIPPON!

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Icon Evolution

2011-04-07T05:40:00.004+09:00

Kawasaki Ninja Baby!

2011-04-02T03:18:00.003+09:00

Since I'm living in Kawasaki, is there a better candidate for a motorcycle in Ghost Ninja, then the Ninja itself? Probably not. It'll be added in Level 1, along with other new vehicles. And if you've got a suggestion, drop me a comment. I'm all ears. As of now, a mini van comes to mind, something like the one in, hmmm... Scooby Doo? Anyway, this is what I've got so far and who knows, the green baby might even be unlocked for ramming those blasted zombies!

And a big Happy Birthday shout out to my big boy who's turning 3! Love you little man!

Wendy... I'm Not Going to Hurt You!

2011-03-23T05:10:00.003+09:00

Giving definition to his choppers and tweaking his expression ever so minutely. Putting Ole Jack on hold to work on Ghost Ninja animations, and really itching to start on a Freddy Krueger bust or Terminator... hmmm... options.

The Evolution of Jack Torrance

2011-03-19T10:34:00.001+09:00

Love this. Max Brown you are a genius!

Danny, I'm coming!

2011-03-13T23:41:00.015+09:00

As things settle down here in Kawasaki, with pending shortages on food, water, electricity and gasoline. I thought why not show what I've been screwing around with during the few days leading up to the disaster, and haarp on the progress.

I've been spending time on one of my early passions with character modeling, and using a nifty digital sculpting soft: Zbrush. So far, I'm pretty satisfied with the placement of features and proportions since it's all eyeballed. I'm really challenging myself to work away from image referencing...
Qualms are the complexity of capturing his insanely sadistic expression, and finding poor references. But still having a bloody good time. Can't wait to show the next render...

Little pigs, little pigs, let me come in. Not by the hair of your chiny-chin-chin? Well then I'll huff and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house in.
[axes the door]

8.4 - 8.9 (revised 9.0 Magnitude Earthquake / Tsunami of Japan)

2011-03-11T17:05:00.014+09:00

The tremors were beyond terrifying. An hour later amidst aftershocks, News on TV are in disarray.

Leave Emotions Out of the Kitchen!

2011-02-18T07:19:00.006+09:00

I'm out of soya sauce...

2011-02-18T06:52:00.006+09:00

Nailed Zombie Got Guts...

2011-02-16T00:11:00.004+09:00

'Selby', the history teacher attacks her students and gets nailed to the chalkboard by her beloved tenth graders. Out of sympathy, they decide to leave her to rot with a caved in skull. Mark, however, does everyone a favor and swiftly ends her misery.

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Update 1.04 (Coming soon with spilled guts and more...)

Mark's New Dash Attack!

2011-02-16T00:03:00.015+09:00

We finally gave Mark a much needed 3rd weapon to battle the zombie hordes.
A short sword, also known as 'Wakizashi'. It is summoned at the first sign of danger appearing at Mark's hip-side. This new ghostly blade will be available at Endo's Store.

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Update 1.04 (Coming soon with Mark's new dash & slash!)

Windshield Zombie Gets Out of the Car Finally...

2011-02-16T00:03:00.014+09:00

'Teddy' has spent the past 3 versions cramped in vehicles. We thought it would be nice to have him get some fresh air, with help from Mark of course...

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Update 1.04 (Coming soon with spilled guts and more...)

THE TRAIN STALKER

2010-12-19T22:27:00.012+09:00

This project, a horror / detective story, currently on hold, was started in the summer. It revolves around a popular junior high school student suffering from mild heat stroke in the deadliest heat wave in Tokyo history. Reckless at heart, and obviously in denial, the ailing boy, is suddenly haunted by dead people.

It all started online in the school's chat-room. A link posted anonymously, which he clicked, brought him to a seedy website depicting uncensored images of violent deaths. One by one, the mangled, destroyed bodies sears into his mind, while the stomping, teeth gnashing headache, ultimately, breaks down his spirit.

Alienating himself from friends at school and people around him, the terrified boy befriends the mysterious, lonely goth girl in class. Strangely, he doesn't ever remember seeing her in any of his classes--and her desk is just a few seats behind his. Eventually, the boy confides in her and her advice to him: extreme violence will get your confidence back.

Commuters on the train won't even know what hit 'em.

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Lite Ending Video

2010-09-26T02:59:00.006+09:00

First collaboration between storyActive.com & Gabagool Games:
Get a sneak peek at our upcoming game.

Then chop and slice them zombies into meat salads!!

Artwork by Marten Go
Programming by Sebastian Santacroce
Video Music by Yuzuru Joe Hangai

A message to zombies: a BEATDOWN is coming!
MGO

The Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Collaboration

2010-09-21T19:23:00.000+09:00

storyActive.com & Gabagool Games

storyActive.com's new dark logo will be featured.

Ghost Ninja Zombie Beatdown Game Video

2010-07-29T13:36:00.000+09:00

Game start video. Coming soon to iphone, ipod and ipad users. 2010 Launch.

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Game Poster

2010-07-15T09:32:00.000+09:00

This game is currently in development with Gabagoolgames.com.

App store Launch 2010 for Iphone, Ipod, Ipad

SOREIKE ANPANMAN

2009-10-31T16:15:00.000+09:00

Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown Iphone, Ipod, Ipad Game

2009-05-13T08:58:00.000+09:00

Currently in development with Gabagoolgames.com.

Action side scroller launching in 2010.

For more info go to the Ghost Ninja: Zombie Beatdown page

Fundy & the Wandering Sideshow

2008-08-18T03:20:00.004+09:00

The performers of The Wandering Sideshow were a sad and miserable bunch. They were scared half to death when the newest member turned out to be a ginormous homesick snake named Fundy.
But things changed when he smiled. It was such an infectious smile that it made everyone blissfully happy. But it also made some people very, very angry.

Discover the unbelievable circumstances of Fundy, and his unlikely friendship with the smileless performer, the stick man.

Go to the story

2008-06-13T17:17:00.001+09:00

BEESWACK! The Fate of Bees Mobile Game

Princess Beejin's beedom was destroyed and looted of all its golden honeys by the Army of Ants led by the evil General Antso. Meet Furee, the last surviving worker bee on Nectar City. He must protect the last remaining honeycomb vault and save the Princess. Don't forget to pollinate the flower twins!

Beeswack! The Fate of Bees mobile game will be launched in Asia.

Go to the game trailer

The Game of Popba

2007-06-13T10:55:00.000+09:00

On the Jungle Pit court in Cat Felicity, Jerron and Butkis battle for bragging rights and a round of drinks at the local suds shop.

PPL: Petupia Popba League

2007-06-07T01:38:00.001+09:00

Meet the colorful cast of the Popba League. They each represent the very best of their land and the name of the sport.

Check them out!
Go Popba Go

The Empress & the Crittan Regime

2007-04-02T12:17:00.000+09:00

How many planets must be destroyed before the Empress and the Crittan Regime are stopped.

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THE PETUPIAN GUARDS

2007-03-06T14:25:00.000+09:00

The defenders of Petupia. The protectors of Petupians.
They are the Petupian Guards!
Introducing the Cat Felicity Clan:
Moonglade - Black
Loor - Orange
Sunder - Red
Saber - Blue
Elly - Purple Monster
Seethen - Summoned Spirit

Coming soon: The Empress and the Crittan Regime.

Blue's Fantastical Trip to Petupia: Cover Illustration

2007-02-09T04:53:00.001+09:00

Check out our new story by Marten Go.
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Blue's Fantastical Trip to Petupia

2007-01-24T03:47:00.000+09:00

A page from our upcoming online picture book, Blue's Fantastical Trip to Petupia.
Blue, Typhoo and Nazla have just reached Maggie's Snack Bar at the bottom of Cinnamon Lagoon and amidst them are horrible hungry fish monsters.

The Christmas Waltz

2006-12-21T06:14:00.001+09:00

We're extremely glad to share with you all our latest story, 'The Christmas Waltz' which was conceived for the Christmas holidays. Here you'll meet a construction cat and devoted husband named Arion who is desperately waiting for his wife, Elly to come home--it's been two days since and it's bone chillingly cold out.
Arion searches for her only to be confronted by a hideous, beastly monster. Will Elly return in time for the Christmas Waltz? Check it out it might even warm you up.
Note: Some pages embedded with music.

Story and Cover Illustration by Marten Go
Music by Yuzuru Hangai

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