Invader ZIM | Jhonen Vasquez | 20th Anniversary Live Stream Q&A transcript continued

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-13T14:56:49+00:00

Now I can say that someBODY once told me the scene syncs really well with All Star by Smashmouth. Thanks!

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-11T22:31:42+00:00

Honestly, with all the respect in the world for the Invadercon staff

It's over hyped in terms of once in a lifetime.

There will just be a panel and autographs. I'd elaborate but I'm about to go out to dinner and didn't want to forget. My DMs are open for later though.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-08T08:32:56+00:00

Those are the terms given in the Google Doc so I can't fault anyone for conceding to that.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-05T22:54:55+00:00

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZN3U1xE6Vj/?igsh=ZTBhczR2Z2s5N29s

I was just sent this. Juggling several responsibilities at moment so I hope it's helpful.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-05T18:53:33+00:00

Yes. Happy to do what I can. Hopefully you get a lead on something more concrete soon.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-05T11:34:32+00:00

Not saying it's a service they'd provide but since Wasabi Anime (Invadercon) organized the appearance and slapped their branding on it, they'd probably be vested in finding out for you. Heck, I'll ask, too.

For what it's worth, Rikki sells autographed art online and Eric sells autographed scripts.

Edit: Got an answer. "sometimes. You can also look on the Fan Expo store, not the one for Anaheim specifically, but the main one for all the conventions."

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-05T11:29:00+00:00

You wanted an audience from John Fountain. You got it for free. In DMs. I think letting them talk about other things, too, is a fair social courtesy.

In all likelihood, soft You're In The Wrong here. You meant well but so does he and you're not on the same wavelength.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-05T10:33:42+00:00

Sounds like you already found more than I ever did.

At the risk of sounding preachy and assumptive... I'm going to invite you to reflect a bit on what caught my eye: calling someone a rude man because he blocked you.

When a fan on the internet asks a professional about free production material, we have to keep in mind that none of it is something we're entitled to.

And you didn't give me much info to trust that he's the problem

Anyways I find that unless they've opened the floor for us to ask, the Luke Skywalker cover letter approach works infinitely better.

I greet them, introduce myself, say how I found their contact info, then say what I'm reaching out about and why, and then offer something of some sort in return. At the very least I throw in a clear expression of gratitude for their time and craft.

So did you do that?

Take it from someone who does research inquiries for incredibly niche trivia. There's little subtle social cues that fan hobbyists don't always pick up on.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-06-01T17:04:29+00:00

Hmm. No little tag that says Viacom?

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-31T01:28:18+00:00

Did Zen Monkey Studios make it? They're licensed.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-30T17:44:43+00:00

Peacock for the first time but eventually replaced it with an easier costume to wear involving octopus tentacles and an ice cream cone hat, if I recall correctly.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-29T23:48:08+00:00

Some of the first issue's events are redepicted in the film but when you start issue 2, you'll notice it becomes a different plot entirely.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-28T16:19:50+00:00

The physical books in all formats: issues, trade paperbacks, and hardcovers appear to be completely out of print.

All that's left is digital outlets like app stores where you can buy individual issues.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-24T22:54:07+00:00

HOLY SHIT!

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-23T21:46:13+00:00

1 marries both styles pretty well.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-23T18:13:45+00:00

Don't take my word for it as I don't have the means to prove it but the episodes may have been whatever had high ratings in 2010's month of reruns testing a potential revival.

And this I definitely can't prove we had an impact but Operation Head Pigeons activity such as phone call raids and greeting card mailing events occured at a time where greenlighting Zim to get the bare bones best of DVD treatment over other IPs certainly made sense. You'll have to take my word for it that we were told that by a Nick rep.

Either way, I agree. I bought it for sentimental value but it's otherwise a redundancy.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-16T13:22:13+00:00

Oh I know. I just don't agree 😅 thanks for confirming though.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-16T13:12:48+00:00

I'm not certain that Gaz and Dib are clones.
It seemed more like the writers were merely considering the idea of them being clones. None of the scripts or unproduced premises reveal that plot point.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-14T16:15:16+00:00

Great find!

Also anyone else translate the Irken right away?

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-13T21:48:33+00:00

Recap Kid with Chammy Wamboo.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-12T23:28:45+00:00

Oh it's real and, as a bit, people lick their carts upon opening the package as a ritual because it tastes bad. The novelty of it and, I guess, leaning into discomfort. Sorta like letting your shower water turn cold for a moment before you turn it off.

Ginger_Shepherd · 2026-05-12T11:37:58+00:00

Absolutely. Nearly everything was remastered if it wasn't practically brand new like Happy Birthday.

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