GGtS Update #25: Index, Sample Copies, and Final Assets in Progress!
21 days ago
– Wed, Oct 30, 2024 at 01:59:58 PM
Hello, Adventurers!
Another quick update today.
For those who may have missed it, the full 350-page GGtS draft went out via email last week. If you haven't seen it yet, please double-check your inbox! And as always, we’re eager for your thoughts and feedback, whether in Discord or directly here on Kickstarter.
We’re excited to share our latest progress with you! Currently, we're hard at work finalizing the index and table of contents for Guillman's Guide to Speed, ensuring the book is as accessible and user-friendly as possible. We've also kicked off the production of our first sample copies – a big step toward getting the final product in your hands!
Alongside the book, we're preparing the battlemaps, vehicle owner's manuals, and character sheets to make sure every component is ready for your adventures.
Stay tuned – we’ll be sharing some sample images later this month, and we can’t wait to see what you think. Thank you for being with us on this journey!
Happy adventuring,
The Only Crits Team
GGtS Update #24: Full Book Draft Release Tomorrow!
about 1 month ago
– Mon, Oct 21, 2024 at 01:10:04 PM
Good Afternoon Everyone!
We’re excited to share some big news with you today! The first draft of the entire book will be released tomorrow! 🎉
Our team has been putting in a ton of effort, and we can’t wait for you to see the full scope of the project. Your feedback has been incredibly helpful so far, and we’re eager to hear your thoughts on the complete draft.
As always, feel free to leave your comments here, on our Discord, or reach out via email or DM. Your insights make a huge difference in shaping the final version!
Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm!
Warm regards,
Eric
Operations Manager & CEO
Only Crits
GGtS Update #23: Sample Feedback & Full Book Update
about 1 month ago
– Tue, Oct 08, 2024 at 10:15:39 AM
Good Afternoon Everyone!
We hope you're all enjoying the 60-page sample package we sent out last week. Our team has been hard at work, and we’d love to hear your thoughts! Whether it's feedback on the content, artwork, or any suggestions you may have, feel free to share your insights here or on our Discord channel. Your input is invaluable as we continue to refine the final product.
Quick Update on the Full Book
We’re aiming to have the entire book draft ready by October 20th, and the whole team is pushing to meet this deadline. We'll be providing updates as we get closer, but rest assured that we’re working tirelessly to make this book the best it can be.
Thank you all again for your patience and continued support!
Warm regards,
Eric Brewerton
GGtS Update #21: Second Private Playtest & Project Timeline
2 months ago
– Mon, Sep 16, 2024 at 05:05:41 PM
Good Afternoon Everyone!
We’re excited to share some important news regarding our second private playtest and the overall progress of Guillman’s Guide to Speed (GGtS). We've hit a couple of minor bumps but are still moving full speed ahead! Let's dive in.
QUICK BREAKDOWN 📔
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Art & PDF Draft Delay: We’ll have 50+ pages of polished content ready by end of September, with the full PDF coming soon after.
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Next Steps: Full PDF draft expected by October 20th, with samples being created afterward.
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Dice Sets: Production is nearly complete; do you want surprises or sneak peeks?
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BackerKit Reminder: 50 backers still need to fill out their surveys and pay shipping fees/taxes.
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Other Projects: Check out our Fuck Dice and upcoming Class Dice campaigns.
1. Second Private Playtest & Art Delay 🎮🎨
We’re working hard on the second private playtest, and while we initially hoped to deliver the full PDF by the end of September, we’ve encountered some delays in finalizing the artwork. The art team has been finishing up the last pieces this week and next, so instead of the full draft, we will be sending you a 50+ page high-quality PDF by the end of September/early October. (Hopefully more, but we can commit to that)
This PDF will include all the polished edits, flashy notes, and artwork, rather than a plain Google Doc. We’re excited to provide this enhanced version while we continue finalizing the remaining content. We appreciate your patience and are confident you’ll love the upgraded content so far!
2. Next Steps: Full Draft and Production Timeline 🚀
We’re now aiming to have the entire draft PDF completed by October 20th. Once the draft is ready, we’ll send it out to every backer for review. At the same time, we’ll send the file to our manufacturing team to begin producing sample copies of the book.
At the same time, the editing and writing teams will start working on the Vehicle Owner’s Manual and the Battlemap Pack, ensuring everything stays on schedule.
The sample creation process typically takes about 4 weeks, which gives you all plenty of time to review the draft PDF and provide any feedback or corrections. Your input is crucial here—whether it’s catching spelling mistakes or balancing concerns. We’ll be gathering all feedback via Discord, so if you spot any problems, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
As soon as we receive the samples, we’ll share videos and photos with you, and we’ll also review them ourselves to ensure there are no flaws or issues.
After collecting your feedback, we’ll update the PDF with any corrections or changes and release the FINAL DRAFT PDF. We’ll give you about two weeks to review it and catch any last-minute issues. Around the same time, the Vehicle Owner’s Manual and Battlemap Pack drafts will be ready for release.
Once that’s done, we’ll be ready to hit the button on the bulk production!
3. Dice Sets 🎲
The dice sets are almost fully completed, with a couple of sets still wrapping up bulk production. Now, we need your input! Would you prefer to be surprised with the dice when they arrive, or would you like us to take some videos and show them off beforehand? Let us know!
4. BackerKit Reminder 🔔
Please take a moment to check your BackerKit account if you haven’t already. We still have about 55 backers who need to fill out their surveys, and some who used PayPal but haven’t yet paid their shipping fees and taxes. If that’s you, please update your account to avoid delays in shipping!
If you’ve changed your address, send me a direct message, and I’ll make sure it’s updated manually.
5. Wrapping Up GGtS & New Projects 🌟
As we near the finish line for GGtS, I want to express how inspiring this process has been. I’ve learned so much, and I’m incredibly grateful for your support in bringing this project to life.
I didn’t want to promote other projects while GGtS was still in progress, but now that we’re almost done, I’d like to introduce you to a couple of things we’ve been working on:
Fuck Dice – A project we just completed, featuring some bold and unique sharp-edge dice sets. You can check it out here: Fuck Dice.
Class Dice – Our next exciting project, with dice themed around different D&D 5e classes. Here’s a sneak peek: Class Dice.
Thank You 🙏
As always, thank you for your incredible support. Feel free to email me if you need anything at [email protected].
Warm regards,
Eric Brewerton
