RippaSend Merch adds Geeks and Gamers to its Creators List
A New Chapter in Fandom Commerce
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Carrow Brown
When two passionate, niche-driven entities team up—especially in the overlapping realms of geek culture, independent media, and creator-led publishing—the result can be far more than the sum of its parts. Such is the case with the emerging collaboration between Geeks + Gamers (G+G) and RippaSend, a fulfillment/publishing/distribution service under the Rippaverse® umbrella. This alliance is now launching tangible merchandise and helping facilitate new content channels, signaling a strategic push into commerce, publishing, and fandom infrastructure.
Below is an overview of who each party is, what the partnership entails, what’s launching now, and what the deeper implications might be.
Who Are Geeks & Gamers and RippaSend?
Who are Geeks + Gamers (G+G)
Geeks and Gamers is a fan-driven media network founded by Jeremy Griggs (aka “DDayCobra”), originally conceived as a space for commentary and critique in the gaming, comics, and pop culture spheres. Over time, it evolved into a multimedia collective that spans YouTube shows, podcasts, written articles, livestreams, and community engagement. G+G’s brand revolves around authenticity, strong opinions, and a loyalty to fandoms that feel underserved by mainstream outlets.
From flagship shows and commentary to outreach via platforms like Locals (for exclusive content), G+G has cultivated a devoted audience and an ecosystem of affiliated creators (CobraCast, Friday Night Tights, crossovers with Nerdrotic, etc.). Their approach blends entertainment, debate, fandom loyalty, and occasional controversy.
Who is RippaSend
RippaSend is the publishing, distribution, and fulfillment arm of the Rippaverse—a comics/media imprint and indie publishing network. Launched in early 2024, RippaSend positions itself not merely as a print-and-ship service but a full partner in campaign hosting, publishing oversight, storefront infrastructure, and fulfillment logistics.
RippaSend’s service offerings, as stated on its website, include:
- General consulting for creators (strategy, market insights)
- Campaign hosting (pre-order pages with SEO optimization)
- Publishing services (for approved clients, handling proofing, printing, etc.)
- Storefront access/listing on RippaSend’s network
- Fulfillment/shipping support for volume and scaling
Notably, one of RippaSend’s earliest clients was Jay David, a creator affiliated with G+G. His Achromatic Chronicles campaign reportedly more than doubled its funding goal, in part thanks to leveraging the RippaSend platform.
This gives context to how the G+G / RippaSend partnership is not purely decorative—it is built on real alignment and prior cooperation.
What’s Launching & What’s New
The current rollout of this partnership spans two primary tracks:
- Merchandise Launch for G+G
- Content / Publishing Collaboration facilitated through RippaSend
G+G Merchandise Launch
As part of the alliance, Geeks + Gamers is issuing a limited drop of branded merchandise, exclusively available via this new infrastructure. Items currently available (or soon to be available) include:
- Geeks + Gamers Hat — All-black flex-fit cap, with the “Circle of Stars” logo in white 3D puff embroidery; in S/M and L/XL sizes.
- IDOT 199 Flag Shirt — Graphic tee depicting the “IDOT” figure planting the blue “199” flag; striking, dynamic design.
- Geeks + Gamers Online Original Shirt — Tribute to the G+G origin, with a skeletal mascot clutching a glowing G+G orb in distressed white artwork on black.
- CobraCast Shirt — Branded for G+G’s podcast, with a skull + mic insignia, coiled mic cable forming a cobra outline.
Each item is described as being printed in limited quantities—once sold out, they won’t be reprinted. The collection leans into bold visuals, black/white high-contrast design, and brand identity reinforcement.
This merchandise launch does more than generate revenue—it serves as a symbolic first fruit of the partnership, a proof of concept for how G+G content and audience can translate into direct, branded commerce.
Publishing & Content Endeavors through RippaSend
Beyond merch, the partnership enables more ambitious content-level ventures. A marquee example is the collaboration with Angel Studios will publish the manga adaptation of Gabriel and the Guardians, an animated series from Angel Studios.
This move is significant for several reasons:
- It blends independent comic publishing with mainstream entertainment IP, bridging the gap between fandom media and licensed content.
- It gives RippaSend credibility: not just servicing small creators, but executing a project tied to a known studio.
- It interlaces G+G’s network and fan reach (as G+G often covers Angel Studios and affiliated IP) with RippaSend’s distribution power.
Additionally, through aligned creator networks (e.g., G+G’s connections with Nerdrotic, Heel vs BabyFace, etc.), more creators can leverage RippaSend’s infrastructure to host campaigns, sell directly, and fulfill orders—all while benefiting from the audience overlap with G+G.
That’s a Wrap!
At its core, this partnership is about giving power back to the fans—the people who create, debate, and celebrate what they love without apology. Whether you’re rocking the new G+G hat, backing a creator campaign on RippaSend, or just tuning in for the next CobraCast, you’re part of something that’s changing how fandom works.
Stay tuned for new drops, new creators, and new ways to connect as G+G and RippaSend continue to redefine what fan-owned media can look like.
