Myth Makers and Modern Legends with Moroni Aguilar

Episode Summary

In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank chats with Moroni Aguilar, the creator behind Myth Makers, a comic book series that explores the world of heroes, loss, and found family. Moroni breaks down the inspiration behind his diverse cast of characters, the creative process of developing a superhero universe, and the challenges of self-publishing. They discuss the storytelling behind Myth Makers, how action and mythology influence the narrative, and what’s next for the series.

If you love indie comics, superhero lore, or just great storytelling, this episode is for you!

• 00:00 - Introduction – Meet Moroni Aguilar and his comic series Myth Makers.
• 00:14 - What is Myth Makers? – A breakdown of the world, themes, and heroes.
• 01:35 - The Meaning Behind the Name – How Moroni landed on Myth Makers as a title.
• 02:38 - The Power of Superhero Mythology – How superheroes shape modern storytelling.
• 05:05 - Exploring Loss in Myth Makers – How the story delves into grief and recovery.
• 06:22 - The Balance of Action and Emotion – Making superhero battles meaningful.
• 08:05 - Building a Diverse Hero Team – Character inspirations from anime, wrestling, and punk culture.
• 10:29 - The Journey Into Comics – How Moroni started in comics and the lessons he learned.
• 12:13 - Challenges of Self-Publishing – The reality of marketing and distribution.
• 16:08 - Finding the Right Artist – How Moroni collaborates with illustrators.
• 19:11 - Evolving Characters Through Art – How artists shape storytelling.
• 21:30 - The Scope of the Myth Makers Universe – Expanding into a long-term, 100-issue vision.
• 25:27 - Superheroes as Celebrities – How the world reacts to powered individuals.
• 27:44 - Villains and Worldbuilding – Developing major threats and minor antagonists.
• 30:50 - The Future of Myth Makers – Where the story goes next and the Kickstarter details.

• Myth Makers is a superhero comic that blends action with deep emotional themes.
• The series focuses on a diverse team of heroes from around the world, each with unique abilities and backgrounds.
• Moroni drew inspiration from Power Rangers, anime, wrestling, and street-level superheroes like Daredevil.
• The latest issue explores loss and how superheroes handle grief and healing.
• Self-publishing is a rewarding but challenging journey that requires creative marketing and persistence.
• Worldbuilding in Myth Makers is designed to feel lived-in, with legacy characters and long-standing superhero organizations.
• The comic's future aims to span over 100 issues, expanding its lore and introducing new heroes and villains.

"Superheroes are our modern myths. Every adventure they go through becomes a new fable for us to connect with." – Moroni Aguilar

"Loss is a real thing in comics, but what happens when heroes don’t come back? How do they cope with the permanence of death?" – Moroni Aguilar

"I love action, explosions, and monsters, but at its core, Myth Makers is a character-driven story." – Moroni Aguilar

"If I got superpowers today, I’d still be the same awkward person—I’d just be able to fly."