the creator | INNOVATOR - OBE
COREY | OBE
I am Corey “OBE” Coleman — creator and innovator of the legendary comic series Shaolin Moorz.
What began as a vision in 2015 has evolved into a fully realized creative universe. From the ground up, I built a team and cultivated this project into the powerful visual experience you see today. Shaolin Moorz is more than a comic — it is a movement dedicated to cultured, ethnic graphic novels that blend diverse traditions with a modern, anime-inspired edge.
Born and raised in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, I grew up wanting to see characters in anime who looked like me — heroes that reflected my culture and identity. At a time when diversity in the genre was limited, I knew representation mattered.
During my early college years, I lost my sense of direction. Through trial, error, and deep self-reflection, every road led me back to my first love: art. As I reconnected with my African and Indigenous roots and deepened my spiritual understanding, I experienced a vivid creative vision — a world that would later become Shaolin Moorz.
This journey has shaped me through lessons, failures, growth, and evolution. It taught me what it means to live authentically and create from a place of balance and purpose.
Through my work, I aim to inspire others to look within, uncover their unique layers, and reclaim their power. The world needs more authenticity — and each of us carries untapped potential waiting to be expressed.
Shaolin Moorz exists to restore balance through storytelling, culture, wisdom, and art.
Grateful to share this gift with you.
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@obetheshaman13
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The team
Master Painter | Machinist - RUDY
Rudy is our Master Painter — a craftsman driven by curiosity, precision, and mastery. Whether it’s painting, watchmaking, or mechanical design, he is committed to becoming the best at whatever captures his interest.
He has always enjoyed working with his hands — creating art, building intricate pieces, and understanding how things function at their core. For Rudy, the process of learning is just as important as the final product.
His journey began with cars and scale models, eventually expanding into motorcycles and fine watches. He finds deep satisfaction in taking on complex projects and seeing them through to completion.
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@rudythewizard
Character | Comic - BERT SAWAL
Bert Sawal is a comic book artist who has been creating original work since 2010. He is recognized for his dynamic art style, seamlessly blending Western comic influences with Japanese manga aesthetics.
Through his independent comic projects, Bert has reached international audiences, delivering expressive visuals and character-driven storytelling that resonate across cultures. His work reflects a deep understanding of both artistic traditions while forging a unique voice of his own.
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@bertsawal_art
Character | Comic - Phillip Johnson
Phillip Johnson is a Richmond, Virginia–based comic artist with over a decade of professional and independent experience in the comics industry. He has contributed both cover and interior artwork for major publishers including IDW Publishing and BOOM! Studios, bringing dynamic storytelling and polished visuals to every project.
In addition to his comic work, Phillip has provided storyboard art for the television productions Iyanu and Age of Wonders, expanding his creative reach into animation and screen storytelling.
With a strong track record of completing both independent and large-scale professional projects, Phillip combines technical skill, narrative clarity, and creative versatility to deliver compelling visual experiences across multiple mediums.
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@endofdaysonmars
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