In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank sits down once again with comic writer Scott Wilke to talk about his latest installment in the Periwinkle Saga—Frost. Scott reveals the dark holiday-themed universe he's building with gritty one-shots like Cupid and Frost, blending inspiration from John Wick, Pulp Fiction, and classic holiday lore. He also shares what’s coming next in the saga (O’Hare), explores the storytelling challenges of single-issue comics, and teases other upcoming Bad Bug projects including Junk World, Murder Mary, and Xeno Geist. This one’s a must-listen for indie comic fans and anyone who loves morally complex heroes.

Timestamps and Topics:
00:00 Introduction and Scott’s return
00:29 The origin and tone of Frost
01:34 John Wick vibes and Arturo Meza’s vital role
02:16 Expansion plans for the Periwinkle universe
03:35 The mob power vacuum behind the Periwinkle stories
04:07 Why holiday mythology makes a great sandbox
05:13 Morally gray characters and relatability
06:52 The human side of Jack Frost and father-son dynamics
08:09 How Scott collaborates with artist Arturo
09:43 Trusting the artist to elevate the vision
12:09 Writing method and storyboarding for comics
13:35 Film influences in structure and tone
15:28 Why Periwinkle is still a must-read
16:07 Preview of upcoming titles: Junk World, Murder Mary, Xeno Geist
20:07 New artistic collaborations and creative challenges
22:04 Where to follow Scott online
23:10 Kickstarter's evolving role in indie comics
25:10 Passion over profit and creative freedom
25:47 If Scott could write for the Big Two: Superman or Punisher?
27:34 Final thoughts and where to start in the Periwinkle Saga

Key Takeaways:

• Frost is a gritty, John Wick-style one-shot starring Jack Frost as a hitman in a mythological mob war.

• The Periwinkle Saga is building toward crossover stories, but each one-shot can be enjoyed on its own.

• Artist Arturo Meza plays a huge role in maintaining the cohesive tone and world-building.

• Scott uses film structure and storyboard planning to craft compact, character-driven narratives.

• New titles like Junk World and Murder Mary reflect Scott’s range—from space smuggling to fourth-wall-breaking mayhem.

• Kickstarter provides unmatched creative freedom and direct reader engagement for indie creators.

• Despite writing morally gray stories, Scott's dream characters to write include Superman and Punisher.

Quotes:
🗯️ "Frost is my love letter to John Wick... He’s not just a killer—he’s trying to break free of his father’s shadow."
🗯️ "Each one-shot tells its own story, but for those following closely, the saga is building toward something much bigger."
🗯️ "Arturo learned English through Tarantino movies—so our comics were always going to be wild."
🗯️ "Kickstarter is where indie comics thrive. It’s not about profit—it’s about passion and storytelling."

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Apple Podcast Tags:
Scott Wilke, Periwinkle Saga, Frost Comic, Indie Comics, Bad Bug Media, Kickstarter Comics, Comic Book Writer, Comic Book Interview, John Wick Inspired Comics, Holiday Comic Universe, Geek Culture