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My gorgeous sailors!

The latest JumboPack has been sent to ye via private message! ๐Ÿ“จ

Here goes the access for those just joining the party!

Link: MediaFire.com/JumboPackPass: s1K0ft41s

(Access available until 15th of October. After that, it will be only accessible through Patreon Shop)

...After the last month of malady, this Cap'n thought the worst was already behind. But boy oh boy was I wrong. It looks like the universe just can't stop throwing rocks at this boat of mine. At this point, any effort to do things right truly feels like swimming against a torrent, a lost cause.

But we ain't giving up! Because that's what heroes do! Right? RIGHT?? kill me ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ 

โœจ A Not-So-Positive Personal Note Ahead; Please Feel Free To Skip Itโœจ

I am truly disappointed at my own failures, the ones that took place over the past several months/year; every time I begin changing things and trying to improve the course of action, something happens RIGHT AFTER and pulls me back to square one if not even a worse spot than I was before.

Like many of us in here, I didn't have the easiest of starts in life. And as such, my depression got worse and worse in the past three to four years... a painful but necessary process of healing and forgiving, which culminated (for the most part) recently in a period of emotional rest and peace.

Unfortunately, the same can't be said about physical health and profession (Of course it couldn't be a swift path...): My path as an artist was always one full of passion and frustration; passion for what I could become and frustration for not being there yet. But passion and interest was at the center of the picture.

Over the past two or three years, that passion started to drip away. Day by day it faded until there was nothing left and only duty remained (Which I am sure you can notice in our last many pieces. They migth be skill and technique-wise great, but they lack the soul art should have)...

โœจ End of Self-Pity Personal Note, Back to Good Vibes!โœจ

...So I found myself in this dilemma: should I keep doing fanarts just as we've been doing since the beginning of CptPopcorn (And keep losing my soul perhaps for good)? Or should I pivot to a project I actually feel passionate about and constantly inspired to work on?

๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿ”ฎ...Enter Soulgasm!๐Ÿ”ฎ๐Ÿฟ

My passion lies in Soulgasm, the video game that our previous team failed to bring to life, and now I am taking it as a personal vendetta to make the best Dating Sim there is!

You see, the fatigue for this Captain when it comes to other IPs has reached such a point in which it takes a whole week to finish an artwork for CptPopcorn, if not more. While an even bigger piece for Soulgasm can take a day, perhaps two. YES, THAT BAD.

The plan๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ๐Ÿ“Œ

The plan is to dedicate a few months purely to it, so I can give the art another chance, and since many of you like the OCs, why not treat it as our current project?

I will be sharing updates, animations, plans, roadmaps, and more, but I'll keep the art format we know and love so much (trying not to spoil the story so you can explore it!).

But I would like to keep at least one themed poll a month so you can choose your preferred girl and propose a theme for the next one!

Now, I understand this might be unpopular among many sailors in our crew. And to you, I hear you! You are right.

But I can't continue down this path anymore, and the alternative is to close CptPopcorn for an extended period, if not for good. And I can't do that to you, my sailors.

Please tell me what you think, and if you would stay for this journey! I do expect a huge drop of sailors, jumping out of the ship left and right! To the boats!! ๐Ÿ›Ÿ๐Ÿฆบ And again, I understand. But I need to put myself first, or CptPopcorn won't make it through.

๐Ÿ”ฎFor those handsome sailors who also joined Soulgasm Patreon๐Ÿ”ฎ

The content will be very similar; in fact, Polly will help us over here as well to keep things tidy and accurate to the project's status. So you can either stay here or over there!

Oh, and of course: all the subscriber rewards Sailors over Soulgasm Patreon got are permanent; we will track who is entitled to each and contact you as soon as it's time!

See you very soon, my sailors; the next poll is due!! ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜

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Allen Sorensen

I applaud your decision! Doing what feels good is paramount for an artist, lest you suffer from creative burnout

Nethel

Isnโ€™t the soulgasm coming out on steam this month? I was checking seeing whatโ€™s coming out on a calendar and it shows this month

Nethel

Also Iโ€™m all for you making more art be it how you been or this change your art is amazing

Dragon0921

That might have been an old time frame that hasnt been updated yet.

LPPrince

Keep on keepin on mate!

Leonineus

Do as thou need, Cap - we'll be here when you get back

Olarson Domingo

We have enough fanarts. Your fanart is what brought the attention of us patrons and fans alike and we stuck around for your art and OCs. Evidenced by my last comment I made where itโ€™s become the most liked comment that many agree on a poll of your OCs when you asked what kind of poll you wanted. Also that Eris art from Soulgasm is so beautiful!๐Ÿ˜ So, an OC poll with her would be lovely!

Dragon0921

Of course we all want what's best for you Capt.n! If fanart isnt as fun as it use to be then you should definitely pivot to working solely on Soulgasm to keep your passion ignited (even though I'll definitely miss your CR stuff ๐Ÿฅฒ) I think the only concern is for those who are members of both patreons and how this will affect them. ๐Ÿ”Ž๐Ÿ‘€ should they shift to only one patreon or will there be good reason to remain in both? Either way you have my support Capt.n! Especially if you continue to deliver art of the mommy formerly known as Eris (I keep forgetting her new name, was it Dahlia? ๐Ÿ˜–) I seriously need to see some smut of her soon! ๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿฅต

Mistress Angela Aelis

I'm here because you're a damn good artist. I'm content to see art that you love making, and can't wait to see it all!

Liathaniel

Do what youโ€™ve gotta do, Iโ€™m sure whatever art you end up creating will be amazing, whether it be fanart or original works

SluttyLittleMoonQueen

As an avid ADHD haver I love novelty. So I understand the feeling to change pace and focus where the passion is. Love your art and style I'll be following along where ever the passion takes you. Sail on captain ๐Ÿซก

Leon

I remember I made a comic years ago. I loves it at first but over time it became impossible to keep doing it, it felt soul sucking even though it was stuff I enjoyed. I just didnt enjoy doing the same thing over and over, I needed different projects in order to feel satisfied creatively. So I get it Capn

Riptide_Rick

It's extremely important that as an artist (especially a lewd artist) that you find your own work stimulating and interesting, because if you don't have that passion then that will start to seep into your works the longer that drags on. Please work on what you think is best, I am sure it will be a great time for the whole crew! We wanna see those projects where we can tell you enjoy it as much as we do!

Alpenick

We be behind yer back Capp'n! Dedication to soulgasm be a wonderful idea! Set sail to where ya heart truely lies!

Aatmadeva

You're one of my favorite online artists, Cap'n. The last thing we want is for you to hit with burnout. So go ham with the OC art. We'll all being eating good.

Styx

Same, it's understandable that you hit burn out and want to focus on your IP. Though fanart is the main reason I have been subscribed for so long and I would be forced to unsubscribe. But hope you will hit ground running

Dionysues

I was a supporter when you needed to took a break for health reasons after the Karlach animation, and Iโ€™m still a supporter of you doing the same here for similar, if different, reasoning. There is no ship without a captain. Youโ€™ve charted us through rough waters to fair wind and smooth sailing before, and Iโ€™m confident you will do it again. Thatโ€™s why many of us are supporters of both Soulgasm and Cptpopcorn, because we believe in the vision. If that means more OC/Soulgasm adjacent content from Cptpopcorn, then I say bring it on! Nova has already stolen so many hearts, how about a chance for the other girls to show their merits?

WaffleWoffle

I joined initially for your Shadowheart and Karlach works, as well as your animations in general, but I knew of your prior content. So long as thereโ€™s some room somewhere for further exploration of your redheaded goblin OC and the odd mechanically inclined halfling I think I can happily stick around (bonus if they got black lipstick on). Important part is look after yourself.

Kyle

Unaware if you know this or not, but Malwarebytes is giving the link for the anim pack a block/popup for 'risky pattern'. Maybe put it on a different host?

Druinario

Captain, your own projects and personal art should absolutely come first. Your fanarts are fantastic, but your OCs are awesome and I would love more content in both fanart and animations from them! You're work is awesome and we love you captain!

Edboi

Do what you need to do captain that will be best for you. There will be people who will call you selfish but you must be able to sleep at night comfortable with who you are and happy with where you are. I know what itโ€™s like to lose passion for something you love and working on something to bring that back is vital to keep your art alive. You have my full support!

Nyx

You absolutely should take care of yourself first. We love the art, but we love you more!

Unspeakablelore

Ive been really looking forward to soulgasm so this sounds like good news to me. Though it will be a loss for Fearne loves to lose the one person who drew top tier smut of her.

Hemlock

If you included a soulgasm option on the polls, it's something I'd gladly vote for

SpacemanSpliff

Do what brings you joy, we're all along for the ride. I'm sold on your style, always excited to see what you come up with next.

Sine Nomine

If nothing else 2 steps forward 1 step back is progress

Martin

I donโ€™t mind what kind of art we get, as long as we get more art! Do what inspires you the most Cap! โค๏ธ

LavenRose

Fanarts are what got me in the door. Soulgasm is what I'm sticking around for nowadays

GoonerGoonerson

I was definitely here for the CR art though also loving your art. Staying as a patron my only question would be to verify we would still be getting art/animations for our monthly payments

Nieh

Do what you feel is right for ya, I enjoy your art and animation. Whether it is fan art or OC's the quality is great!

Orion

I feel that burnout for sure, so I'll stay on here as it seems we're getting the same as ThatWasHot for Soulgasm, which I'm quite interested in, but was always partial to your art here, of course. :)

Ken Lowery

Do what you love doing!

Ravnholt

while the polls for fanarts are a treat. I would rather see what your heart desires to draw, than know that what you produce is out of a sense of obligation, rather than creative joy. you could try and do a month or two, where you only draw that which tickles you =) Skรฅl Skipper <3

AriesBro

Do what you think is best for you Captain. Take as much time as you need away from fanarts for the time being. I am interested to see more of the soulgasm ladies already. And if you do ever have the inspiration to make fanart again and not feel burntout then that would just be a joyous occassion. But your art is what kept me interested and not the characters.

Toreole

By all means Cap, follow your dreams. Work on things you actually want to work on. Dont force yourself into doing stuff you dont get any enjoyment from and make yourself feel bad about it.

KnottyDog

Do what ever you need to do for you. You come first โค๏ธ. And while I might miss some of the fanarts, I love your art and OCs and am excited for Soulgasm and what it brings ๐Ÿคฉ. I just hope you include just a furry in it ๐Ÿ˜! I mainly want to know, if I want Soulgasm stuff too, do I have to pledge over at Soulgasm as well? It's been quite a great journey Cap'n and I'm excited to see what you do with Soulgasm ๐Ÿ˜!

The Hiromaniac

I feel ya, Cap. About a decade ago I was running a weekly D&D game completely of my own making and did it straight for two or three years, only missing a session for holidays or the occasional family get-together. And then one day I just lost all passion for it. I tried to keep it going and finished up the chapter I had made, but there just wasn't anything in me to come up with something else. I've run since then, but always pre-written adventures. I just haven't ever found the drive or passion to try to make something original again. The fact that you do have something that you do want to do is a sign that you surely should be doing it.

GrC

I'll echo what seems to be the dominant sentiment, and that's that I'm here for the great art, fanart or OC's. You have to be able to be passionate about something you spend this much time (and health) on and I'll be here for it. Can't wait for whatever exciting things are coming!

Clarke A Hill

I love your OCs. And has been said several times now, we have plenty of fanart. Looking forward to what you come with next!!!

Technophage

I join my voice to the chorus Cap'n. As long as my treasury allows it, I'll sail with you to any course you set your ship to. You were heading Fandom-smutward, And I was here. You're headed Soulgasmward, and I'll be there. Do chase the prize your heart is after, because that's what everyone should do, and that's what freedom is all about. I'll go hoist the mizzen.

Rhexnbeast99

Do what you have passion for an not what you believe everyone else wants. Many of us became interested because of fanarts but those like stay because we love your art and your vision. if want to focus on making a game. MAKE THE GAME THAT YOU WANT. Those truly loyal will stay and cheer for your progress and happiness.