Astral Invaders is a fully original, AI-assisted collectible card series built around a fictional “lost” 1980s sci-fi TV show. Every character has its own backstory, visual style, and place in an expanding retrofuturistic universe.

The project is created by solo artist Justin Gammon, who has a background in branding, animation, and character design, including past work with Duolingo, JibJab, Chick-fil-A, and others. The vision and execution come from years of experience blending storytelling with visual nostalgia.

Series 1 includes 90 unique characters, each with multiple card variants: base cards, hologram cards, and motion cards. These are released in controlled batches to maintain scarcity and collector appeal.

Yes — cards come in three core rarities:

• Base (Common)
• Holo (Rare)
• Motion (Epic)

Each variant features different levels of visual detail and animation. Traits are tied to story roles (heroes, villains, bystanders, etc.) and visual styles.

Yes, but it’s styled as an archival rediscovery — like unearthing episodes and merchandise from a show that never existed. New “seasons,” expansions, and artifacts are gradually released, building out the world.

Holders will get early access to future releases, exclusive digital content (like unreleased “episodes” or lore drops), and potential inclusion in lore-based decisions or creative contributions.

Airdrops of exclusive or variant cards are planned for early supporters and collectors who complete subsets. Staking isn’t the focus — narrative immersion and collectible value are prioritized.

Yes — the artwork is a blend of AI-generated textures and hand-done design, with a clear influence from vintage trading cards, puppetry, and B-movie aesthetics. It’s crafted to feel like something you half-remember from childhood, but never actually saw.

Currently planned for Ethereum or a gas-efficient EVM-compatible chain (like Polygon or Base), depending on collector preference. The goal is easy access and minimal friction.

Metadata will be stored off-chain initially, with efforts to secure long-term access via decentralized file systems (like IPFS). Archival quality and permanence are important to the project.

As a solo-led project, updates are transparent, frequent, and creatively presented — often styled like retro press releases, fan zines, or lost TV promos.

A community is forming organically, particularly among retro collectors, artists, and fans of worldbuilding. Growth is slow and authentic, focusing on real engagement over hype.

Yes — listings will be compatible with major marketplaces like OpenSea, Rarible, and others. Cards are designed to be both collectible and liquid.

This is a long-term worldbuilding project. The “TV show” and card series are just the beginning. Future expansions will evolve based on both creator vision and community interest.

Yes — Astral Invaders is part of a wider, evolving fictional universe. Characters may return, crossover, or appear in spinoff “episodes” and media artifacts.

Interoperability is not the core focus at launch, but future phases may explore virtual show archives, gamified lore exploration, or AR experiences.

Yes — the creator is publicly known and experienced in the branding/creative world. Trust is built through consistent quality, transparency, and creative track record.

Strategic creative collaborations are in the works, particularly with other artists and nostalgic IP-inspired projects. These will be announced gradually as the narrative unfolds.

A collector’s guide (styled like a vintage toy catalog or trading card checklist) will accompany each drop, outlining character roles, rarity, and lore connections.

Yes — but framed within the world of the project. Think: voting on “which episode was unearthed next,” suggesting new characters, or contributing fan theories/art that may influence future cards or lore.