Clay, a college student, wrestles with his feelings for his close friend Maya. Conflicted and uncertain, he questions himself: Do I like her? Why am I afraid to let her get close? As these emotions wage war within him, Clay retreats to a beach he has known all his life—a place of solace where he can reflect on his troubles in peace. However, the unexpected arrival of a nameless stranger adds jet fuel to the fire.
Ary M is an Australian writer, filmmaker, and designer, best known for his romantic comedies that playfully exaggerate his own love life. As the founder of the creative house DryHumour, Ary co-produced and wrote the award-winning short film Friendzoned Island (2019) and authored the Apple Books bestselling one-shot comic The Green Elephant (or How To Get A Girls Attention). His latest work, Isle Over Matter, is a dramatic comedy graphic novel that explores his encounters with depression while navigating the complexities of love.
Ivan Shinoda is an Indonesian comic artist, illustrator, and motion graphics animator. Growing up, Ivan was deeply inspired by popular manga such as Naruto, which has left a lasting impact on his drawing style. His work was notably featured by YouTube sensation Uncle Roger (mrnigelng). In his free time, Ivan creates Fire Emblem-themed comics and Fate/Grand Order-style animations, with aspirations to one day become a published artist in the iconic Japanese magazine Shonen Jump.