We're closing in on the final days of the campaign!
We've knocked out yet another stretch goal! Not only do we have the Oathbreaker & Spellblade subclasses, but BIG legendary monster cards, an upgraded adventure, we're working on VTT support, we've got an upgraded GM screen now too!
Next up: at 180k a martial Shadowmancer subclass the SHADOWREAVER. And would you just look at that art. 🔥 This is another story based subclass that asks the question "what happens when a Shadowmancer is cast aside by their patron?" I'm super excited about this one!
On the horizon, if we can crack 200k I'll be able to upgrade the book for everyone. Both the softcover and hardcover ones. For the softcover backers, instead of a stablebound zine-style book I'd like to upgrade to a sewn perfect-bound spine (BIG upgrade over staples). And for the hardcovers, increasing the quality overall, exploring better/fancier materials, gold/silver foil stamping, Bookmark Ribbon(s).
After that, I'm exploring options of making an easy online character builder, possibly a Beastmaster Hunter subclass, upgrading the adventure to level 5 (or even level 6), more legendary monsters & monster cards. Lots of cool options if we can get there :D
EU Friendly Shipping
No promises or hard numbers just yet! But I am looking at some fulfillment partners in the EU that can significantly bring down the prices for people in the EU and UK. Current estimates are around $10-$15 which is MUCH more reasonable than shipping from the US. Again, shipping is very much in flux, so no promises but I am looking into it. I hate shipping prices and I want to get it as low as possible for everyone!
Next Livestream
In case you've missed it, I've been doing live streams with Q&A and deeper rules previews, it's been fun! I'm going to try the next livestream later in the day so more people can join in. I'm shooting for 8pm EDT tomorrow (Tuesday). Here's the link: https://youtube.com/live/YHSKcc_f0IU
Stormshifter Preview Packet
The next class preview is also up, my take on the 5e Druid, the STORMSHIFTER. The download link is down below.
We've been getting some really positive battle reports from people in the Nimble discord server from people using the preview packet. If you have any questions or battle reports of your own join us on our discord server!
Thank you friends, we just crossed our 50K base goal.
Everyone may commence celebrations and consume cake, or your delicious item of preference!
Stretch goals begin - our stretch goals are based on backer count, not dollar count, so any folks that come into the campaign for $1 count toward them! If you've got a dungeoneering friend, let them know :)
Here's another card preview as a reward:
The Firebird heats things up! It gives the Forge a little fuel bump, but the danger level is high.
Hello, friends and dungeon associates. It is 2PM on Launch Day, and we're well on our way to funding Relics of the Forge (500 backers woo), hurray!
We just wrapped up our Launch Day Stream a bit ago, which you can watch here, or in the Streams section of our BackerKit page. I showed off a number of cards and went over the mechanics of Relics with the rest of the Asmadi Team:
Also, we've opened our first Relic Riddle, which is available below or on the Trivia Challenge tab on the BackerKit page. Instead of Trivia questions (we don't have many!) we've made wordplay riddles. Each has a correct answer, and that answer will be revealed each Friday during our Dev streams. It might take a bit to figure it out - these aren't easy :)
Joining a Team lets you choose a relic you'd like to see added to the game - the top scoring teams on the riddles will have their relic added to the final product!
It's #MagicMonday! Our card for Week 2 of Camp MST is the Eight of Wands... and I have a question...
During times when there is so much happening, so many responsibilities competing for your attention all at once, how do you maintain a calm and discerning spirit?
As we approach our final week in this wonderful journey towards the realm of Faerie, I bringeth a bounty of project news and updates!
Monster Creation & Nimble 5e Stream
We shall be appearing in two live streams this week, including one Tonight! Here’s what you can expect:
Join us for an hour or two Saturday at around 10pm GMT/ 2pm PST while I design and draw creatures for the final book of Faerie! Discuss ideas for creatures, get a behind the scenes peek as fantasy art comes together, and ask us any questions you have about Faerie. By the end we should have a few gloriously horrid Fey beasties! If it turns out to be fun (how could it not) then we may even do a few more over the coming weeks and months until final fulfilment! ⚔️
And also join us TONIGHT 1am GMT on a stream hosted by Nimble 5e creator Evan, over on the Nimble campaign page. We will be discussing the Witch class in some more detail and talking about its conversion for use with the Nimble system!
Unlocked Stretch Goals
Since we last updated we’ve also hit another new stretch goal, and more now lie upon the horizon…
Where The Beasts Dwell 100K
Creatures doth roam the wilds, monsters prowl the battlefields, but facing such foes in the open pales to the fate that looms upon those that wander within their dens! Thou hast summoned forth 3 new creatures, all of which are presented with their own lair mechanics and lair maps. And a 4th mini STL now joins our pack, the dreaded Grimm; A huge shadowy black hound that stalks where death and dismay doth linger!
Next approaching is the Witches Grimoire at 125k, which adds a gorgeous leatherbound physical players-notebook to the Earl tier and as an add-on. The notebook contains room to keep track of player notes, spells, and contains a built in character sheet along with the entire Witch spell list to make preparing and choosing thy casting options easy!
Referral Programme Changes & Survey
Finally I present news and ask for thy feedback on our referral programme.
It appears that despite our goodly intentions, the referral programme has proven a wee bit divisive. So, based on some of the feedback you’ve given us, we will be making the following changes:
- If you referred someone at any point in the campaign (including prior to the referral trial), both you and your referee/s will receive the digital content pack for free provided you fill in the referral section post campaign.
- We are also releasing the previously-exclusive digital content pack as an add-on, as well as attaching it to the physical mini add-on. So if you’ve already grabbed or decide to grab the physical Willow mini you will now also get both of her STLs and the content pack for no extra charge!
We can’t re-do or completely change a now launched referral programme without unfairly impacting those who’ve since partaken, but hopefully this means no one need miss out on the goodies! They are now available in their entirety for purchase, or still for free via referrals. We want to be open to trying out new things like this, but hopefully next time it will be better informed by your feedback!
Speaking of which, if you can spare a moment to give us some more comprehensive feedback, you can fill out a survey on the referral trial here:
We hit £120k! I know what you're all thinking. What was that mystery stretch goal? IT WAS MERCH! Specifically a big mech sticker pack. You can slap these on your journal, mech, or if you only have access to lame human technology, your computer.
We're in the final stretch now with only 3 days left we're making that last call for those who want to join us on our interstellar adventures. Have your boarding waifers ready and Pilot's Handbook to hand. Not got your copy yet? Pledge here now. Already boarded? Strap in and make sure to share ION Heart with your friends who might love to pilot their very own mech as they explore the stars.