Samples Approved: Print is Starting!
about 1 year ago
– Mon, Dec 11, 2023 at 03:27:46 AM
Dear citizens of Kanrath and Cyherested,
Hope this message finds you in high spirits and ready for some thrilling news! We’ve hit some major milestones and wanted to share the latest updates on the project’s progress.
We Have Received the Samples
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve received the samples for Bloodpunk, and after careful scrutiny, we’ve given our stamp of approval. The quality is outstanding, and we can’t wait for you to get your hands on these fantastic materials! Here are some of the pictures from the samples:
We only have the box and the banner that we haven’t received the samples of, but we are expecting to receive them soon as well. We’ll start the prints with the samples we approved, and then start these others once they are approved too.
Printing is Starting!
The printing presses are now rolling, bringing the world of Bloodpunk to life with every page. It’s an exhilarating moment to see our vision materialize, and we’re confident you’ll be just as pleased with the results.
Estimated Timeline
Our team is working tirelessly to ensure a smooth production process. We aim to have all printing completed by mid-January. Following that, we’re planning to kick off the freight process to shipping hubs before mid-February, so you can expect your rewards to start making their way to you soon after; between March and April. Please note that this is currently a rough estimate, which will become more accurate as we progress more.
Backerkit Pre-Order Store is Closed
We’d like to inform you that the Backerkit Pre-Order store is now officially closed. As we have ordered the quote for the books, we cannot have additional orders from the pre-order store now. Thank you to everyone who took advantage of this opportunity to secure additional goodies. Your support means the world to us!
Backerkit Address Lockdown in 10 Days
Time is flying by, and we want to make sure your Bloodpunk rewards reach you without a hitch. Please take note that we’ll be locking down addresses in just 9 days. We have to have the addresses ready for our shipping partner so that we can calculate the shipping costs and thus the shipping fees you will be charged.
If you need to make any last-minute changes or corrections, now is the time to do so. Head over to your Backerkit survey and double-check that everything is in order.
Shipping Will be Charged Soon
As you may recall from our campaign page, we said we’ll charge the shipping fees close to fulfillment time in order to have accurate shipping prices. This time is coming; Once the addresses are locked and our shipping partner comes up with the invoice for us, we will calculate and charge your shipping fees.
VTTs
So far, A Guide to Tolia for Roll20 has been submitted to Roll20 to pack-up and release. Heritage of the Damned is being worked on for Roll20. The other VTTs will be converted from the Roll20s, starting with A Guide to Tolia for Foundry VTT. We are working to get the VTTs completed and released by the end of the printing phase, sometime in January.
See You Next Update
As always, we’re immensely grateful for your support and patience throughout this journey. Bloodpunk is shaping up to be something truly special, and we can’t wait for you to dive into the world we’ve crafted.
Until we meet again,
Have fun in your gloriously bloody adventures in Tolia! See you next update!
Bloocrima’s Ascent is Released, Printing Phase Starting
over 1 year ago
– Thu, Oct 26, 2023 at 03:13:21 AM
Proud citizens of Kanrath and Cyherested,
We are thrilled to announce the release of Bloocrima’s Ascent, a short adventure for Bloodpunk. Bloocrima’s Ascent is now available for download, ready to plunge your campaigns into the heart of darkness. Additionally, we’ve dispatched emails to those who qualify for receiving Bloocrima’s Ascent as part of their pledge rewards. Check your inboxes and get ready for an unforgettable journey!
Printing is Starting
The ink is about to hit the paper as we embark on the printing phase for Bloodpunk. With all the content polished and perfected, we’re initiating the printing process to bring the world of Bloodpunk to tangible life.
Our printing documents are en route to our trusted printer, and once we give the green light on the samples, full-scale production will commence. We estimate this phase to take approximately 4-6 weeks.
We will share details on the freight-shipment and fulfillment phase towards the end of the printing phase.
VTTs are Coming Along
Virtual Tabletops (VTTs) have been a challenging but rewarding endeavor for us. Initially, we collaborated with third parties for VTTs, but unforeseen obstacles led us to bring the development in-house. As this is the first time for us developing VTTs, we’ve had unexpected issues and thus delays.
We’re diligently working to overcome these challenges and make the VTTs an exceptional addition to your Bloodpunk experience. The Guide to Tolia for Roll20 is nearly finished, with Heritage of the Damned for Roll20 following shortly after. Our target is to complete all VTT items by the end of the printing phase
Bloodpunk OST is in DrivethruRPG
In addition to these exciting updates, we are thrilled to let you know that we are uploading the Bloodpunk Original Soundtrack to DrivethruRPG. We’ll send you the links as soon as they are available.
See You Next Update
We appreciate your continued support and patience as we bring Bloodpunk to life. Thank you for being part of this exciting journey!
Until we meet again,
Have fun in your gloriously bloody adventures in Tolia! See you next update!
Bloodpunk’s Novel is Released!
over 1 year ago
– Fri, Oct 20, 2023 at 09:02:11 AM
We come bearing fantastic news and updates on our ever-evolving journey through the realms of Bloodpunk. So, grab your gear, sharpen your blades, load your blood cartridges and let’s dive in!
Novel Unleashed: Bloodpunk: Rijkhoff and Eternity
The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce the release of “Rijkhoff and Eternity” penned by none other than the esteemed Steven Savile. As the mastermind behind captivating tales, including our Svilland novel “The Bear King”, Steven has once again woven a tapestry of intrigue and darkness that will send shivers down your spine.
We’re excited to let you know that the PDF and EPUP copies of the Bloodpunk novel are on their way to your inboxes! Get ready to delve into the shadows and explore the pages of this thrilling narrative, immersing yourself in the mysteries that await.
See You Next Update
Thank you for being an integral part of Bloodpunk. Your support fuels our journey, and we can’t wait for you to experience the full thrills and mysteries that lie ahead with the physical fulfillment.
Until we meet again,
Have fun in your gloriously bloody adventures in Tolia! See you next update!
OST Released, Novel Coming Soon!
over 1 year ago
– Wed, Sep 06, 2023 at 11:31:32 AM
Proud citizens of Kanrath and Cyherested,
We hope this update finds you well and filled with excitement for the forthcoming journey into the world of Bloodpunk. We’ve got some exciting news and updates to share with you today, so let’s dive right in!
Bloodpunk: Rijkhoff and Eternity
For all of you lore-hungry adventurers, we’re delighted to inform you that the Bloodpunk novel is almost ready to be released! In this gripping tale, you’ll get to dive deeper into the rich, immersive world of Bloodpunk. Whether you’re seeking thrilling adventures, mysteries, intrigues, or detailed descriptions of many locations in the Bloodpunk universe, the novel has something special in store for you. Keep an eye on your Kickstarter messages for information on how to access your digital copy, and physical copies will follow shortly.
Bloodpunk OST
The Bloodpunk Original Soundtrack (OST) is available for your listening pleasure! Our incredibly talented composer Ivan Duch has crafted a haunting and atmospheric score that perfectly captures the essence of our unique world. You can access the OST right here: Bloodpunk Campaign Setting (Original Game Soundtrack) - Album by Dream Realm Storytellers | Spotify. We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did working on it.
As always, we’re immensely grateful for your support and patience throughout this journey. Bloodpunk wouldn't be possible without each and every one of you. Your passion for the project has been a constant source of inspiration, and we can't wait to deliver a TTRPG experience that exceeds your expectations.
Books are Revised and Updated!
We’re also excited to announce that the PDFs of “Bloodpunk: A Guide to Tolia” and “Bloodpunk: Heritage of the Damned” have both been revised and updated. You can download these enhanced versions from the same DrivethruRPG link where you accessed the previous versions. These revisions include additional content, improved formatting, and corrections based on your valuable feedback.
News on VTTs
Regarding the Virtual Tabletops (VTTs), we want to keep you in the loop on our progress. As you may recall from before, we’ve encountered a setback in the development process, as we initially worked on the Roll20 version in the wrong format. To ensure a seamless and immersive experience for all of our backers, we are currently hard at work converting the content into the correct format. While this has taken more time than anticipated, we are committed to delivering a top-quality VTT experience.
Furthermore, we’ve discovered some valuable tools that will expedite the conversion process from Roll20 to other platforms, meaning we’ll be able to release VTTs for other platforms shortly after completing the Roll20 version. We appreciate your patience as we work diligently to bring Bloodpunk to your preferred VTT platform.
See You Next Update
Stay tuned for more updates. Until then, continue spreading the word about Bloodpunk and sharing your enthusiasm with fellow backers and friends. Together, we’re building something truly extraordinary.
Thank you for being part of the Bloodpunk experience!
Until we meet again,
Have fun in your gloriously bloody adventures in Tolia! See you next update!
Heritage of the Damned is Released!
over 1 year ago
– Tue, Jul 11, 2023 at 04:11:51 AM
Proud citizens of Kanrath and Cyherested,
We are very excited to tell you that Heritage of the Damned PDF is released! We have already sent the DrivethruRPG link to your emails. We also have news on the VTT versions of A Guide to Tolia, as well as our estimations for printing and shipping your rewards.
Heritage of the Damned PDF
You can access your PDFs by clicking on the link in the email we have sent you, and following the procedures in DrivethruRPG to download the PDF. It may take a while for the email to reach you, but if you cannot locate the email in 2 days, please let us know through here (after making sure to check your spam folder of course):https://forms.gle/PKrcbS2B1TS4iF9e8
Please note that this is not the final print version of the PDF. If you see any errors, or if you have any suggestions, you can contact us in our Discord channel or send us a Kickstarter message. We will make a final revision with your feedback before releasing the final print PDF.
A Guide to Tolia VTTs
The Roll20 version of A Guide to Tolia is finished, and we are in talks with our advisor from Roll20 to make the final arrangements to convert it into a compendium to release it very soon.
We have made a lot of progress for the other versions as well. We have found a way to make a one-to-one conversion from Roll20 to Foundry VTT. So the Foundry VTT version will come through fast in the following weeks. We are still investigating the Shard Tabletop method, and we have some insights there as well. We will start working on the Shard Tabletop soon.
Estimates for Print and Shipping
If we can manage to finalize the final print version of Heritage of the Damned PDF by the end of this month, we will start working on the layout of Bloocrima’s Ascent (the small adventure). With the small adventure done in August, we expect the printing to start by the end of August.
Printing takes 1.5 months with the sampling included. As we only have books and printed items, we believe this estimate is accurate for Bloodpunk Kickstarter campaign. Once the printing is complete, freights will complete in 1.5 months, and then the fulfillment hubs will prepare and deliver your rewards. All things considered, we expect that you’ll receive your rewards in November. We are sorry for this delay, but we are happy that we are making stable progress.
See You Next Update
We will see you again when we have passed more of the major checkpoints.
Until we meet again,
Have fun in your gloriously bloody adventures in Tolia! See you next update!
