Behind the Comic: Building the Cosmic Worlds of William Edward Stone

In the latest episode of Behind the Comic, Sean Fuller sits down with creator and publisher William Edward Stone to discuss his journey into independent comics and the launch of his latest projects. A military veteran, father of five, and founder of Obsidian and Dreamhouse LLC, Stone is building both original comic properties and a platform designed to help fellow creators bring their stories to life.

The conversation focuses on Stone’s two flagship titles, Dream Walkers and Soul Blaster. Dream Walkers explores a future where advanced technology allows people to control their dreams, creating new opportunities while blurring the line between imagination and reality. As the technology evolves, dangerous consequences emerge that threaten the world beyond the dreamscape.

Stone’s second series, Soul Blaster, takes readers into a space-western adventure inspired by classic anime and science-fiction influences. The story follows Dennis “Coyote” Treadway, a skilled bounty hunter whose success is tied to a mysterious weapon that comes with a dangerous cost. Both series examine themes of power, ambition, and the sacrifices required to achieve one's goals.

Beyond storytelling, Stone discusses the realities of crowdfunding, collaborating with artists, and managing an independent publishing operation. He also shares his long-term vision of expanding his stories into animation and other media formats.

The episode offers valuable insight into the determination and creativity required to build original worlds and launch successful independent comic projects.

Key Topics Covered

• The creation of Obsidian and Dreamhouse LLC

• The dream-based science fiction of Dream Walkers

• The space-western adventure of Soul Blaster

• Crowdfunding and independent comic production

• Building stories with future multimedia potential