Tales of Khayaal is a series of online comics set in a future version of our world. It introduces original characters with fictional stories inspired by Islamic spiritual concepts and Muslim cultures from around the world.  

In an age of increasing digital distraction, it seems that our attention has become a commodity. Yet, many people feel lost and deeply disconnected in the era of exponential change.

Through meaningful and engaging visual storytelling, we will navigate these issues while exploring the potential of a diverse, imaginative future that positively represents Muslims.  

Tales of Khayaal is set approximately 50 years into the future of our world. Several of the major issues that had troubled human civilisation have been seemingly resolved through life-changing technologies provided by the Trifecta, an alliance of 3 multinational mega corporations.

Although the Trifecta has brought stability and prosperity to most people, technology has played an exponentially pervasive role in their way of life. Daily life has become far less private, and despite its convenience and comfort for most, many people feel inwardly discontent and uncertain. Virtual worlds have become individually optimised to maintain hyper digital distraction while traditional learning, scholarly wisdom and book knowledge is rare.

For those who find the strength and inspiration to go inward and seek Divine connection, a rich and fantastical realm of spiritual imagination awaits them. It is here that our seekers find their true purpose, in seeking the ultimate Source of blessings, and manifest unique strengths that can remind the world of important truths. Yet many obstacles await them, and not in the least, to overcome their own selves.

The Tales of Khayaal project will initially share short stories of 6 characters from different parts of our future world. As the world expands, we hope to follow their journeys across a range of imaginative, visually stunning locations as they discover their own spiritual path and overcome tribulations.

HOW WILL I VIEW THE COMICS?

The stories will be told as semi-animated online comics viewed online via standard browsers on mobile and desktop. No additional software or apps are needed. Using modern transition effects, they will have a sense of movement and interactivity that can’t be achieved through printed materials or file formats like PDF or ePubs.   

The comics will live on TalesOfKhayaal.com. More than just a static website, we want this to be an experience that engages you, and draws you into the world and journey of our characters. 

The website will also feature other content that explores the world of Tales of Khayaal with background stories and information beyond what is shown in the comics.

Initially TalesOfKhayaal.com will only be available to Launchgood supporters and a select few advisors, and the following week it will be open to the public.

Supporters will have the opportunity to get access to a range of digital content. (The following designs are not final and are indicative only)

HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY NFT?

Futurists, Visionaries and Founders will receive a unique code via email to redeem their NFTs once the artwork has been completed.

Since late 2020, we have been crafting the concepts, characters, stories and detailed world for Tales of Khayaal. We aspire to develop quality content that competes with globally-loved comics and entertainment brands.

This has involved a comprehensive development process including many story elements, a wide range of detailed concept art with thousands of hours of illustration. Over $200,000 of internal creative team resources has been spent in pursuit of creating a meaningful, world-class creative experience.

The first short online comic is nearly ready to share, and will be first available to supporters of this shortly after this campaign. Additional stories are in various stages of development and will be completed throughout 2022 with the help of your contribution. The initial online 6 comics are brief vignettes introducing the character and their environment. 

The success of this campaign will give us a strong foundation to explore potential expansion of the stories. In the future this may include games, animated content, printed comics and merchandise. However the focus and scope of this Launchgood campaign is to help us gauge interest in the concept and complete the initial 6x short online comics. 
 

Tales of Khayaal is an in-house project being developed by Gould Studio. We are a global design team with 25 members based in Dubai, Sydney, Jakarta and Beirut.

Alhumdulilah, we have worked with many globally-known brands such as Greenpeace, UN, and even Launchgood. We have also developed successful products in the past two decades, including games and toys that have been sold in 30+ countries.  

Through the hard work, creativity and passion of our team of illustrators, writers and designers we believe we have created something special in Tales of Khayaal and we hope you will support us to make these stories a reality.