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Middletown, DE

Funding the production of a fan-owned anime series to empower community engagement and representation.

• Mission: Empowering the community through fan-owned participation in the production of an anime series, based on the successful comic series Black Sands, the Seven Kingdoms.  
• Innovation: Integrating shared ownership and revenue into the production process, allowing fans to play a central role in the creation and success of the series.  
• Representation: Aims to redefine the anime industry by showcasing diverse African narratives and characters, offering a fresh perspective on historical and cultural storytelling.  
• Community Collaboration: Focuses on fostering a sense of ownership and engagement among supporters, creating a collaborative environment for storytelling and industry change.  
• Industry Impact: Positioned to challenge traditional portrayals in media and offer a platform for Black voices, ultimately transforming the anime and entertainment landscape.

Black Sands, the Anime represents a unique opportunity for fans and investors to participate in the production of a groundbreaking animated series based on the highly successful comic series, Black Sands, the Seven Kingdoms. This project is positioned as a fan-owned initiative, aiming to create a three-part feature that not only showcases the rich storytelling and artistic vision behind the original comics but also empowers the community through shared ownership and revenue.

The funds raised will be allocated to the production budget, ensuring the involvement of talented animators and industry professionals to bring the characters and narratives to life. With a strong foundation built on previous successes and industry connections, the team behind Black Sands is committed to delivering a high-quality animated experience that resonates with audiences.

This offering emphasizes the importance of community collaboration and aims to redefine representation in the anime industry by showcasing diverse stories and characters. By investing in this project, supporters can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of animated storytelling and creating a lasting impact in the entertainment landscape.

Company Info

Black Sands Entertainment publishes comics and creates anime that celebrate African history and empower the community.

Black Sands Entertainment focuses on publishing comic books and creating anime that celebrate African historical achievements and narratives, countering the traditional Hollywood portrayals. The company aims to empower the community and youth by providing age-appropriate titles that highlight stories from various African cultures, including those from Egypt and South Africa. With a proven track record of selling hundreds of thousands of copies and raising millions in investments, Black Sands Entertainment has established itself over a five-year history. The business offers a variety of bundles and individual titles for purchase, catering to different interests and age groups, and emphasizes the importance of representation in the creative industry by providing a platform for Black voices.