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Announcement

Dear All,

Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as I worked out what I believe is the best plan moving henceforth. I have organised the following list which includes other housekeeping items and news.

1. March Billing will be paused for Active Patrons

All Active Patrons will not be charged on March 1, 2025. The delayed January NSFW comic and February rewards will be spread out between now to the end of March.

2. List of Rewards to Fulfil and Publishing Schedule

The current list of rewards that needs to be fulfilled (please note that for chapters I'm using the latest update for Pilot Tier Patrons as the basis):

For the tentative publishing schedule of these chapters, please refer to the calendars above. Webtoon and Tapas will update as chapters are published on Patreon, or be pushed to March, with February as a hiatus month (tbd).

3. Greeting Card Update

Back in January I had printed the greeting cards! Though I think I may need to print some more. However, as I'm currently away from home and hence away from the cards, these will take some time before they are signed and mailed. I believe I can mail some of them as soon as February 17th, and I will try to mail all of them by February 28th.

4. NSFW Zine Three and Patron Credit

Take Off NSFW Zine Three will contain these published NSFW comics:

While it only has three NSFW comics compared to Zine One and Zine Two, it will be the longest zine with 112 pages. I've technically been able to carry out the production of Zine Three with the completion of these comics, but because I wanted to put out Take Off volumes first, it was pushed back to now. But because now I realise I should've just gotten it done, I'm going to do that now, and I apologise to everyone who's been waiting for them!

Much like Zine One and Two, there will be an acknowledgement section in Zine Three dedicated to crediting Patrons. The Google Form to sign up will be published later this week. Please note that this is for Pilot Tier Patrons who have funded the production of NSFW comics.

5. Convention Schedule and Books

Some of you may know this- I was fortunate enough to be accepted to DoKomi 2025! DoKomi is a convention held in Düsseldorf, Germany, and I will be tabling there from June 6-9 in their 18+ hall.

I am hoping to either debut Take Off Season 1 books there, or to have preorders ready in April/May! At least that was the plan, until last week when I learned I was accepted to Anime Boston 2025, which will be held from May 23-25!!!

Because I have mostly been prepping for DoKomi, I am unsure if I will be attending Anime Boston, but do write in the comments so I can gauge the general interest for having Take Off books be available at Anime Boston.

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Over the years I have published on various platforms, and at times shared things that are personal to me, and sometimes, or a lot of times, regretted sharing them as I dislike the thought of being vulnerable, of being perceived.

Over the past few days, I waddled back and forth on whether or not I should address the passing of my father to my readers. I've not made this announcement anywhere else, nor do I know if I will.

I am still learning what it's like and what it means to lose a parent in your 20s, how useless I feel about myself having to rely on other adults to help me with the funeral and every step onwards, and how I am technically old enough to take care of myself and return to some sense of normalcy, carry out my duties and get back to work.

It is with immense gratitude that I thank you all for your utmost patience and understanding during this time. I have slowly started getting back to drawing, and I feel okay now. Please do not worry.

Thank you, and sincerely,

Jui

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Comments

My condolences 🫶🏾

Jacinta

I am so sorry for your loss, Jui. I lost my fathers in my 30’s and it was devastating. I cannot imagine how much harder it must be for you when you are only in your 20’s. You must be an incredible person to move forward with your work despite everything you are going through. I hope you are taking the time you need to heal your heart. We your fans can wait as long as you need.

Debra

I'm late but please please please Anime Boston!!

Jess

Love your drawings and just got both of the books. And by the way sorry about your father may he rest in peace. Never easy to loose a parent! And once again Thank you for art! I love it.

A. Zieg O.

Age doesn’t matter. Losing a parent is hard and even those in their 70’s have to rely on others to help with funerals. Glad to hear you are doing okay, it’s not something you get over.

Kalli Brettrager

Take your time and care for you. We will support you and be here when you are ready.

Michelle Moore

I am so so sorry for the loss of your father. I lost my dad to lung cancer when I was 21. I know how incredible hard it is to lose a parent in such a pivotal time of your life. I hope you know that we are here for you and support you with all the time you need to grieve I hope you are surrounded by those you love and are kind to yourself during this difficult time. Sending you so much love <3

Andie

Sending you all my love 🥺💕 Please take care of yourself and let others take care of you too.

Sharelle Chan

Please take as much time as you need!

Kal

Jui, thank you for being vulnerable and sharing that with everyone it’s truly a privilege. As your grieve please remember there is no timeline or rush for this process. Take the time you need to process your feelings and thoughts. Lean on your community and treat yourself with kindness 💕✨

CaptCrunch

As someone who has lost a parent in 20 i wish you all the live in care in the world 💜💜💜 - It does get better but it also takes time so look after yourself -we’ll always be here for u

Pleasance Kanyinda

Jui, from one 20-something-year-old to another, please don't feel bad for not being prepared to do everything an adult "should" be able to do. We can't all know everything there is to know about life -- or death. Nobody is ever prepared to lose a parent, much less so early on in life. My heart goes out to you. Please know you are loved, and you're not alone.

Sarz

Sending you lots of good thoughts and support 🫂 take care of yourself !

Clo

I'm so sorry for the loss of your father, it happened to me last month and I know how it feels... I will always support your art and you as a person and artist💜

MasterS

First off, congratulations for Anime Boston!!! You've worked so hard and have such creative talent! I hope you are able to do what you want to do!❤️ Second, I'm so sorry for the passing of your father. Nothing ever prepares us for losing the people we hold dearly. I hope he can rest peacefully and that you are able to take time to grieve. Grief isn't linear and that makes it so, so hard. I'm so glad that this is a space you feel you can be vulnerable. We are here for you💕 please be patient with yourself and know that it's okay to ask for help! Honestly, even if you're not able to put out episodes like you want to, I am okay with continuing my monthly pledge! Life is hard enough, but we support you no matter what!

lilraspbud

Also it’s expected that you rely on other people in your life during difficult times, it doesn’t mean you’re weak or pathetic. If the people in your life truly love you, they’ll understand that right now you need the support of others♥️

Amber Winter

I hope your father rests peacefully and takes as much time as you need to with friends and family to grieve. Grieving a loss is more important then work/projects

Amber Winter

Sending you a lot of love. 🥺❤️

Rebeka Gyarmati

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沈思瀚

May your father rest in peace! Thank you for all that you do!

Peyton Daniels

It is a blessing not to know how to plan a funeral, so I hope you don’t spend too much time feeling like you shouldn’t have to rely on others for that help. So sorry for your loss, sending love and support.

Emily

Take care of yourself, mentally and physically please. Idk if this means anything to you, but you aren't useless for not knowing things. May your father rest in peace.

A Ka

Please take care of yourself and I'm thinking of you and your friends and family at this time. Support is essential at times like these take all the time you need and we'll be here. The people you're leaning on want to help sending love ❤️😘

GemmaLou

sending you my condolences, hoping you find the grace and strength to get through these tough times 😔 you and your family should be priority and i hope you know you can take as much time as you want to get through this. we can and will be here waiting whenever you feel ready to come back. personally i don't mind continuing my financial support to you even if you don't post anything. i'm always thankful that you have already shared so much of your immense talent and creativity!!!

Christina

you're not "useless" for having to rely on the help of other adults. We all need support during stressful times, no matter our age. Give yourself some grace, take the help that's being offered, and more importantly take as much time as you need. Deepest sympathies to you and your family, will be thinking of you.

webpossum

sending all the love ❤️ do take care of yourself first and foremost and please remember that we will always be ready for you anytime 🫶

E.

I am so sorry for your loss I will be praying for you and your family

Liatris

I am so sorry for your loss. Please take your time to grieve and heal and it keeping busy is your thing then press on. I also lost my grandma on Feb 2 @2:08am. Allow yourself whatever it is that you need. You’re in my prayers and your family. Sending so much love and healing hugs

Mickey Miki

I just hope that you don't push yourself for our sakes. I am still rather new but I've already caught up with everything that you wrote and I will wait until the end of time if needed. I send love to everyone reading but especially you Jui. May the most high be watching over you and smile brightly down apon you.

Made Fresh

Sending you and everyone here so much love and care and hugs ~

remi

Jui, please take your time if you need it. My dad was my best friend and even after two years his absence is still the most painful thing I feel daily. I can't imagine what you're going through, but know we'll be here when you decide you're ready to come back. I hope you have folks around you to lean on.

Morgen Schuler

Sending hugs to you, Jui. 🫂 My condolences to you and your family. Please take care of yourself. ❤️

Grace

My father was my best friend and passed in September on the fourth of last year, I can’t imagine the pain you’re going through, but unfortunately, I do know the sorrow and the feeling of nothing ever being the same. Please know I know I am not the only one praying for you.

JoaConstrictor

Sending you and your family my condolences, take as much time as you need don’t worry at all ❤️ P.S. If you go to Anime Boston I’m buying tickets immediately (I’ve been back and forth but a physical copy of Take Off AH 🙌🏼)

Kylie

🙏🤍

jade

My condolences 🙏🏾.

Anarkia

i am so sorry for your loss ❤️ you are under no obligation to share anything and should take as much time as you need to get back to normal. we are all waiting patiently and hoping you are doing okay ❤️

duck duck goose

Sending you love buddy. We all love and support you! 🫂🤍 SIDENOTE: Can someone please screenshot the most recent chapter and send it to me? I haven’t been able to read it for some reason and I really don’t wanna bother Jui right now😭😭😭😭

Tice Spire

So sorry for your loss, sending my condolences to you and your family. Take all the time you need!

Marzhin Gwyls

I am so sorry you are going through this, especially at such a young age. I know I speak for many when I say we will be here patiently waiting for you. Sending you and your family positive vibes! Please take care of yourself ♥️

RoronoaKahina

sending my condolences, and i wish you strength to navigate you through this difficult time 💗 i would love to see you in a convention in america, in a perfect world somewhere in california but i would definitely make a trip to boston to show my support!

Kim Anh

Sending all of our love and support to you during this time! Please take care of yourself and take all the time you need to grieve and process. You’re amazing, you’re talented, and you are loved by many people here know that we will all wait as long as you need to take the time you need for yourself. When you do come back know that we will I’ll be so excited and here for you for anything you need. I’m so sorry for your loss. 💚

Hannah Rae Olyejar

I am sincerely sending my condolences to you and your family. Please take all the time you need, and make sure to get some rest and time to yourself to properly process everything. While it's hard to be vulnerable and open with a bunch of internet strangers, I appreciate you sharing this part of you with us. We'll be here to support and wait patiently for anything that you give us ❤️

Ash

I’m sorry for your loss. Take as much time as you need. I think we’re all fine to wait on you and I don’t mind financially supporting you through a rough patch with no compensation but the knowledge that I’m a part of allowing you time to heal. Don’t be hard on yourself. Be kind to yourself. There’s a reason that there’s an entire industry around funerals and I promise you most ppl don’t know how to do that right. It’s an imense burden to have to be grieving and responsible at the same time so allow yourself some slack

Kai Werth

So sorry for your loss... Your capacity to manage all that comes at once in your personal circumstances, your marvelous communication skills... speechless! Many of us, here and beyond the veil, are so proud of you, till the limit we can perceive you (respectfully). Take good care and proper rest, your community here we'll be more than happy to still be present once you're feeling like sharing whenever it has sense for your to be ❤️‍🔥

Rocío Torres

I'm so sorry for your loss. Please take as much time as you need. We will all be here waiting. I know how you feel. I'm 27 and lost my mom a year ago. I'm the youngest sibling so the feeling of needing everyone to deal with the big adult stuff and not being able to do anything is relatable. You are not alone. Sending lots of support your way. Hope you feel better soon.

Mickey Wirtanen

Take care of yourself before anything 💕

Katie

Please take care of yourself before all else. We will all wait for you to be ready. And that includes any future breaks for when you need to slow down and re-process.

street witch

No one is ever old enough to get back to some normalcy after losing someone, especially a parent 💜 give yourself the time and space you need, and be kind to yourself when the grief send to hit out of nowhere. It's a scary thing to be vulnerable with people, especially when you don't know all the faces of the people you're sharing with 🫂

Mx_Ups

Thank you Jui for your trust in sharing your difficult times with us. I send you all my thoughts of support 💐 I just booked my ticket for Düsseldorf 💫 I can’t wait to meet you there. I wish you all the best for the coming weeks and months, that you can take your time and go at your pace in everything

Anne🪷

🫂 🖤🫂🤍🫂

brusicor02

Sending you all the hugs Jui 🫂 Take all the time you need and be kind to yourself. We'll still be here when you're ready 🩷🩷🩷

Carly Louise

all the best and don’t be afraid to go at your own pace, you are an amazing human being💜

Di

Lots of love towards you and your family Jui. We will always be here to support you 💜

Bianca Enriquez

First, the happy part. The Scream I Scrumpt in the parking lot when I read that you got accepted to Anime Boston probably has my neighbors worried 😅 I would love to meet you in person at your booth (but understand if it doesn’t work out 🥲🥲). Do I bring my zines and get them double signed? 🤔🤔🤔 Second, the less happy part - I think everyone feels useless when planning their first funeral, not matter what age. I’m in my 30s and wouldn’t have the slightest idea of where to even start, which is why I value the people in my life who can guide me (even if it feels like I should be able to do it). May your father’s memory be a blessing and know that this community is here for you, no matter how long it takes.

Melissa Schwenk

Jui, the fact you took time out of your current situation to communicate what's happened, and what you're feeling, speaks volumes of who you are. Just know that whilst I, we, love your work, please take time to grieve, to find yourself, and to heal, and know we will wait and welcome you back with warmth, love and support. I'm so pleased for you that you got accepted to the conventions!

Jo

My condolences to you and your family please take of yourself 💗

Andi

🥹 So sorry for your loss

𐐪𓂃 haven

Sending condolences and support. I'm sorry for your lost. Take care.

YunJaeShipper

Im so sorry for your loss, but im glad this space feels like somewhere you could express some of how you feel 💖💖💖💖 Sending love and support, and hoping for Take Off at Anime Boston!

Gab✌🏼

Please take your time. It doesn't matter how old you are you'll always need help. Especially with the passing of a loved one. I'm sorry for your loss.

ayo hit man bang

Big hugs & love to you jui. We are so grateful for you & we all want you to prioritize yourself through this hard time! Is there any place I can donate some $$ to? I was speaking with my fiancé & told them how I wouldn’t have minded if you charged patrons (me specifically, I can’t speak for everyone) for the month of March. I’m not pressed for content rn & if my pledge can buy you some ice cream I’d be more than willing 🩷

Ares

I am so sorry for your loss, I wish you the best support and comfort to be sent your way and take all the time you need to feel better. We are here as your support and will wait for your return ❤️❤️

Melon

As someone who lost their mom in their early 20s, as much as you want to be organized and get back to work now, I highly recommend taking some more time to rest, drink water, and sort out family things. I cannot tell you how to live your life or run your business, but your work and devoted patreons will be here to support you after however long of a hiatus you need. Take care and be well!

Jason

❤️🫶

Jo

I’m sorry for your loss and wish for peace and strength for you and your family during this time. You’ve always got our support so please take care of yourself! Thank you for sharing and we’re all sending you lots of love!💕

Bella

It's okay to feel like that. It will never not be painful and it will always be there with you the rest of your life. But like you said you are an adult and have to learn to take care of yourself. Adulthood is absolutely frightening but you will be okay. I am sorry for your loss. Life goes on and does not wait for you to grieve. You will be in this state for a long time. Time does ease the pain but it never goes away. So remember him with all that love you have for him. That is all you can do. I hope you heal and that this loss doesn't make you any less of the person you are. You are a survivor and that is painful. You are strong and you will keep going. I wish the best for you and thank you for all you do. "Take Off" has been an escape from reality for me and has been a comfort as well. Again Thank you Jui. P.S. You take all the time you need to grieve. We can wait. ❤️

DaQueenV

You don't have to know everything in your twenties, or in your 50's. Relying on people is a lifetime of learning experiences. You can't can't possibly know everything, so please don't be so hard on tourself. Life in general aready wants to fill that job. Funerals can be overwhelming, and we hope that we will never need to learn about these types of situations till we are old and have a lifetime of living under our belts, but life sometimes throws us a curve ball, that we can't avoid. But please don't feel bad about things like that. There are always people who can help you through these new things that you 'think ' you should know, amd I am sure they are more than happy to offer their assistance to you. My sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved father., and I hope you find peace in time. As for the comic, I have no requests about your publishing, or when you will update, I am happy to wait for you to be up to doing what you can, when you can. Thank you for all your beautiful hard work.

Poppy Jasper

So deeply sorry for your loss. Dealing with this situation is never easy, even more when it’s sudden and too early. Please, take care of yourself and your family, we’ll wait as long as it needs. ❤️

Lui

So sorry for you and your family's loss ❤️ my best friend passed away at the beginning of January so I get the trying to figure things out and where you go from here. Just remember you're not alone! 💙

Lee118j

Sending so much love and support to you right now 🩷🩷

Megan Gallagher

💗💞💓

Sheily Lopez

🫂🫂❤️❤️

Charliie Kreitzer

Once again, I'm so so sorry for your devastating loss. My deepest condolences! Take all the time you need for yourself and your family and to heal🫂 Don't push yourself and don't worry about us💜Lots of strength and love to you💜 Thank you for your trust and decision to let us know🫂

Kiki

Much love to you and your family!

Isu

Condolences to you and your family. Please take all the time you need.

Ayaki Morimura

Honey take your time ❤️ this is such a difficult and traumatic situation for you and the fact that you have put so much thought into keeping us updated is incredible. We are all here because we want to support you in continuing to put out work as we love what you do. I’m sure none of us would want you to overwork yourself during this time. Rest up, eat good food, think back on good memories and focus of healing ❤️‍🩹

Megan

As someone who also lost their father in their early 20s, no matter how independent you are, it’s one of the heaviest blows you’ll take in life. Be gentle with yourself and lean on those around you ♥️

Taish

Take good care of yourself. You are on my heart.

M Connor

I am so sorry for your loss... I hope you are doing ok and taking care of your health as well. Sending love ❤️

sour_drinkk

My sincerest condolences to you and your family, Jui ❤️‍🩹

Ash

We love you Jui!! Thank you for sharing with us. Take care of yourself. Condolences to you and your family🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

Girl Soma

Please take your time . We will still be here for whenever you get back .

Courtney Smith

Sending lots of love - we’re thinking of you. Grief can hit like waves, and it can be difficult sometimes. Please know that we’re are here to support you, and take the time you need to take care of yourself and your loved ones. And thank you for still having us in mind and updating us at this challenging time.

Bonjour Kai

My condolences to you as well, Iruka 💔

Ash

So sorry for your loss, it won't be so much a return to normalcy as adjusting to a new normal. That greif button will always periodically get pressed, but the time between will grow larger and larger. Please take your time and allow yourself to grieve in the way that works best for you. Your fans are here to support you as best we can. 💜

Z

Thank you for your hard work and take care of yourself!

Rachel Schubert

Just wanna pop in and say try not to let having to rely on others make you feel any certain way. Not only are you very young to be dealing with this, but even if you weren't, these sorts of times are difficult so there's absolutely no shame in relying on help from others, nor are you useless for it. Thank you for keeping us updated and feeling safe enough to be vulnerable with us. We all love and support you. So take whatever time you need and just remember to look after yourself too!

Bekki

My deepest condolences. We sponsor to support you as an artist, not just what you produce, so take the time you need, we'll be there. ❤️‍🩹

Héléonie

This was very well said! Please take your time with everything, I would like to point out, if you have a dono link for people to use if they wish, I think it is really generous to pause billing and a those can use it if they wanna support still in your time of healing

Takatibbies

Condolences to you, Jui. It's definitely not easy losing someone. I just recently lost my grandfather (two days ago actually) so I understand what you're going through. You'll be in my thoughts. 🫂

Iruka

Nothing can and ever will prepare you for the lost of a parent at any age you are doing the best you can right now and we are all rooting for you!!! Take your time and figure things out at your own pace! I would love to see you in Boston but give yourself the space and time to figure everything out and if it works for you please do ☺️ if it don’t it’s okay!! Thank you for the update and sorry for your lost please stay strong and continue being the best you!

Starymora

We will always be here to support you and your talent! You deserve a much needed break if required. Losing a parent is really tough and know that it’s okay to have ups and downs emotionally during this time and for the next few years even. We will still be here whenever you return 💜

Dev Louis

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AsaGohan

Jui, my love, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know we’re strangers here but my heart breaks for you. Do whatever you can to help yourself through this time. Never apologize for taking the time you need to. You’re a human just like the rest of us. We love you! ❤️

Maddi Willis

sending so much love!!! 🖤

ryu

Lost my dad pretty suddenly when I was 29, Take your time, don't be too hard on yourself, I for one will be waiting patiently. 💕

Elena

Thank you for sharing. I hope you get to feel a little more normal soon. It gets a little easier with time, although it never truly goes away. And the love they gave you will last forever. Thank you for all the amazing art and work you put in for us. I am truly grateful

SoftBoi

My deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Take all the time you need.

LuluBee

Thanks for sharing all of this with us. Be sure to take your time when you need it. We love you and im excited to be apart of the take off journey. Sending lots of hugs and love to you in this time of grief too. ❤️

Victoria O.

❤️❤️

sajo

Sending my sincere condolences from Canada. It does get better with time.

Valerie Aubin Dumas

as someone who lost a parent in my 20’s i know just how hard and impossible it may feel. Just remember you are not alone in this. Take all time you need because nobody is gonna heal for you. You have to take that time for yourself 💗 sending you love ❤️

fred Somerhalder

Sending so much love to you and yours!!!! Thank you for taking the time to show up for us!!!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

Yael St Louis

You are just so efficient! We all love you Jui, thank you ❤️

Ty

My condolences to you- honestly, take all the time you need… you have been an amazing creator and we will happily wait. Take care of yourself and your family.

Danyell Jones

We love you 🩷

Lin


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