AXIAL STUDIOS
A creative studio founded and run by Eight specializing in exploration of the world through a wide array of projects. Here at Axial Studios, you can find world-building, comics, art, music, informative video-essays, and an insatiable love of history.
ABOUT ME
Boris ('Eight')
Born in California, raised in Canada, but a citizen of the world, Eight (real name Boris) is an artist, author, musician, and an absolute history buff.
ART PROJECTS
Sveti System
The Sveti System is a huge, ongoing sci-fi worldbuilding project which explores the story of humanity settling in a star system 12 light-years from Earth, which was once inhabited by an advanced civilization known as the Luxites.This setting is heavily inspired by NK-Ryzov's OVRHVN. From grand narratives to intimate personal stories, this setting has much to offer.
Sveti System Stories
Emma & Mira - When the vacation of the rich Haddad-O'Leary family is rudely interrupted by an accident in the yacht, an underwater-breathing mechanic named Emma is called to repair the ship before it sinks. However, little does she know that her fate will be intertwined with the moody eldest daughter of the family, Mira. This yuri romantic comedy-drama brings hilarious shenanigans and heart-felt moments in one small slice of this large-scale setting.
Audran
A fantasy worldbuilding setting of a world of magic and the many fantastical creatures which inhabit the world. The influences of Audran are many, ranging from more conventional fantasy worlds like DnD and Lord of the Rings, but also diverse historical and aesthetic cultural influences, particularly of the ancient Greco-Roman world.
Audran Stories
Fire's Quest - In the bustling port city of Nizzotia, Ari, the daughter of a family of blacksmiths, yearns for adventure and connection. One day, a delegation from the elven House of Aalen arrives in the city. Amongst them is Elaana, a princess who secretly breaks from her strict family to explore the city. After they meet and become friends (and later fall in love), Ari and Elaana will go on many adventures in this lively world.
SMG4-Epsilon AU
The project that started it all. It is a fanfic alternate universe (AU) of the former Glitch Productions web series SMG4 (2011-2025).In this AU, the main cast of SMG4 go through mostly the same stories as the canon until after the Western Spaghetti simulation, with the notable exception of Axol mysteriously surviving the events of the Genesis Arc (albeit under certain conditions). However, after Western Spaghetti, the crew encounters new, unexpected threats, reckon with their pasts, form new relationships, and go on many unique adventures.The desire to create this universe is what motivated me to start my art journey in the first place, and brought me to where I am today, so it has a special place in my heart.
SMG4-Epsilon Stories
The Runaways - It's been a while since the fateful events of Western Spaghetti. Meggy's dream of running her own coaching school for young inklings, to fulfill her purpose of helping people find their strengths, is paying off. However, not all is well with her, as the shadows of her past continue to haunt her. Meanwhile, Tari begins helping Meggy more, and feelings begin to develop between each other. With the announcement of a Splatfest championship, Meggy hopes to have her Inkling team compete there. Little do everyone know, however, of what will be in store for them, as a mysterious, ancient King maneuvers in the shadows to enact grand, dark plans.The Chef - In this prequel to The Runaways, a stressed (and traumatized) Meggy and a Tari longing for more than simply video games go on a much-needed vacation to Paris with the SMG4 gang. However, they soon will encounter yet another crazy villain hell-bent on world domination.E!Puzzlevision - The AU's unique take on the Puzzlevision arc, as all the recent adventures are found to have a common through-line, all leading to the powerful Mr Puzzles.The Imperfection - Axol remaining alive comes with a cost, and he must recon with that and the effects on the love of his life.
Other
Any other project which either exists simply for the sake of drawing, or less prioritized for any reason.Hazbin Hotel Post-Bellum AU - A fanfic alternate universe (AU) of the popular show Hazbin Hotel. Taking place after the events of Season 1, the Pride Ring is thrown into chaos, causing Charlie to hire a powerful sinner named Aetos to serve as a guard. Aetos, hailing from the Byzantine Empire, had a long history in Hell, who went through the long process of redemption over centuries, particularly when he served as right-hand man and lover of the Aztec overlord sinner Ehecatl. However, Aetos also made many enemies, who show up after he joined the Hotel.
Cafe Modus - Music
Music is a big part of the identity of Axial Studios and the stories that are told. In particular, Axial Studios seeks to help bring more attention to traditional and world music (greatly inspired by the mission started by Farya Faraji), though also infusing it with personal creative choices.Of particular personal interest is the eastern modal musical province, a continuum of musical styles found in the Middle East, Greece, the Balkans, but once present all over Medieval Europe, with some regions of Europe remaining modal such as parts of Ireland and Spain. Examples of modal music can be found in the Spotify link below, in the MODUS playlists, each containing a different region or cultural group (although these region's styles frequently overlap).
Velozio Productions - History Video Essays
History is the story of us. It cannot be separated from the present and all that happens. Velozio Productions seeks to do video essays explaining and analyzing complex historical developments, particularly in political and cultural spheres, striving for objectivity and using a political science educational background while acknowledging personal biases. In the future, Velozio Productions may serve as a space for political philosophical engagement and refinement.