OFFICIAL CREATOR & PARTNER PROGRAM
BUILD THE UNDERSHADOW UNIVERSE WITH US
A growing creator ecosystem for artists, manufacturers, storytellers, reviewers, and innovators.
UnderShadow is evolving beyond books into an expanding multimedia universe. We're inviting creators, businesses, educators, manufacturers, and storytellers to help shape its future through licensed products, original content, and long-term creative partnerships.
This program is an invitation to |
CREATE
Design original artwork
COLLABORATE
Join a growing network
LICENSE
Create official products
GROW
Expand your audience
WHY WE'RE BUILDING THIS PROGRAM
UnderShadow is more than a book series. It's an expanding fictional universe designed to grow through storytelling, licensed products, original artwork, collectibles, educational initiatives, games, and creative collaborations. This program exists to connect talented creators and businesses with opportunities to help shape that future together.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
WHY PARTNER WITH UNDERSHADOW
Join a growing multimedia franchise where your creativity can become part of an expanding fictional universe through official collaborations and licensed opportunities.
GROW YOUR AUDIENCE
Showcase your work to an expanding fan community.
CREATE OFFICIALLY INSPIRED PRODUCTS
Develop approved merchandise within the UnderShadow ecosystem.
BUILD LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIPS
Join a network of creators helping shape a growing franchise.
EARN THROUGH YOUR CREATIVITY
Turn your skills into products, experiences, and new opportunities.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
WHO SHOULD APPLY
We're looking for passionate creators, businesses, educators, and community leaders who want to help expand the UnderShadow universe through officially approved collaborations.
This opportunity may be a great fit if you are:
Artist or Illustrator
Voice Actor or Narrator
Apparel Designer
Comic or Game Shop Owner
Embroidery or Patch Maker
Event Organizer
Collectible Manufacturer
Educator
Board Game Consultant
Local Bookstore
Book Reviewer
Graphic Designer
Lore Content Creator
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CURRENT PILOT PROGRAMS
We're currently accepting applications across the following pilot partnership categories. Each category includes the specific creator and business types we're actively looking to collaborate with.
APPAREL & EMBROIDERY
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Embroidery vendors
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Patch makers
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Apparel decorators
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Apparel designers
Create wearable products that bring the UnderShadow universe into everyday life.
ART & ILLUSTRATION
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Comic Artists
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Graphic Illustrators
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Graphic Designers
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Visual Storytellers
Help define characters, cities, organizations, and iconic moments from the universe.
COLLECTIBLES
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Figurine Fabricators
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Collectible Card Designers
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Collectible Makers
Develop premium products for fans, collectors, and conventions.
GAMING & EVENTS
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Boardgame Consultants
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Gaming Card Designers
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Comic/Game Shop Events
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Local Hosts
Create experiences that bring the community together in person and online.
FEATURED
PUBLISHING & REVIEWS
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Book Reviewers
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Educators
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Lore Video Creators
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Local Bookstores
Help readers discover the stories and deeper world behind UnderShadow.
PERFORMANCE & MEDIA
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Voice Actors
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Narrators
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Cosplayers
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Costume Designers
Bring characters to life through performance, audio, and live appearances.
MANUFACTURING PARTNERS WANTED
OFFICIAL COLLECTIBLE MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITIES
We're seeking experienced manufacturers interested in creating premium licensed collectibles.
Coins
Statues
Miniatures
Chess Sets
Busts
Figures
Pins & Medals
Models
CREATE WITH UNDERSHADOW
WHAT YOU CAN CREATE
Licensed Artwork
Posters & Prints
Apparel
Patches & Embroidery
Collectibles
Events & Activations
Lore Content
Educational Materials
THE DON'TS WITHIN UNDERSHADOW
WHAT WE CANNOT APPROVE
Unlicensed Resale
Offensive Content
Copyright Infringement
Low-Quality Reproductions
Misleading Branding
Unauthorized Mass Production
HOW IT WORKS
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Submit your Application
Submit your application and portfolio.
2. Review Process
We'll review your experience and proposed partnership.
3. Initial Discussion
Selected applicants will be contacted for an introductory discussion.
4. Partnership Opportunities
Approved partners will begin the licensing and collaboration process.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
APPLY NOW & BECOME A PARTNER
READY TO BUILD WITH UNDERSHADOW?
Whether you're an independent creator, an established business, or an experienced manufacturer, we're always looking for collaborators who share our passion for storytelling, craftsmanship, and long-term creative partnerships.
Submit your application below and tell us how you'd like to contribute.
Questions?
For partnership inquiries, licensing discussions, or additional information, please contact us.
BUILD THE FUTURE OF UNDERSHADOW
If you're passionate about storytelling, creativity, and building something meaningful, we'd love to explore what's possible together.