The cold will bite us, in places that cold can bite.

Jack Frost is no laggard. No slug-a-bed. His old habit of nipping at toes has given way to a new, unhealthy obsession with clawing at other cartiliginous appendages. Bundle your nose as well as your toes, else he'll make off with them all. And your ears, keep clear of ice, or you won't be able to hear the musical delights we have in store for you in the coming months. Until we can share more about those though, a few warming morsels to tide you over and help keep frosty Jack at bay.

Firstly and foremostly, launching in January 2012, sprung from the pen of House of Ubasti's own Erica Crockett, and the paint brush of artist Rick Walter, comes a webcomic of dark and savage beauty. In a city ravaged by sickness, unrelenting poverty, and environmental decay, 12 year old Kali has a disturbing story to tell. A story you won't want to miss, and won't be able to forget. Keep your eyes here, as more details will begin to emerge. Below, a teaser panel from page one.

Secondly and Secondmostly, also coming in January 2012, to this very blog, a series of small interviews with big talents. Artists, writers, musicians, and other creators who are actively shaping the world around them into a more interesting, engaging, and exciting place.

Thirdly and Lastleastly, in an effort to tone down some of Ubasti's catish influence on this blog, and to provide a bit of Friday fluff to a Thursday post, I present to you : Cache, oft-chaser and never-catcher of cats and other four-legged fur-bearers, here exploring the wonders of static electricity.

That's right, I posted a picture of my dog. You're welcome.