What will the printed booklets be like?
The page count is going to depend on stretch goals and amendments based on playtesting, but I’m expecting it to be in the region of 40 A5 pages as things stand. I’m hoping to use recycled paper and soft-touch lamination on the cover for both softcover and hardcover.
Last updated: February 08, 2024 04:04
What will the art style be like?
The layout is currently light on art, with a focus on written content; required illustrations and maps are simple in style. If we smash the stretch goals then I’ll be commissioning a variety of art in a style that suits the scenarios. The cover artwork is currently a charming old painting of the British countryside that conceals the horrors within.
Last updated: January 30, 2024 11:06
Are the scenarios already written?
The scenarios exist as advanced drafts. If this Kickstarter goes well I may expand them a little to include more supporting ephemera and notes for potential campaign angles. They’ll then undergo some more playtesting before they’re ‘finished’ and sent out to backers because I don’t want to send you anything half-baked!
Last updated: February 08, 2024 04:04
Why aren’t you using print-on-demand for this project?
I looked into it but didn’t like the admin side of things and it seemed to come out more expensive for backers! That aside, I’d really like to make sure the physical copies are nice quality for folks.
Last updated: February 08, 2024 04:04
How are physical copies shipping?
As the physical copies will be quite slim, I anticipate them being posted in card-backed envelopes. At the time of writing, my intention is to handle shipping myself (with the aid of some potentially glamorous assistants) and utilise Royal Mail. Within the UK, I intend to send items First Class. For international backers, I intend to ship items as International Standard, which should reach Europe in 3–5 working days and everywhere else globally in 6-7 working days. Neither of these options are tracked. Shipping has been calculated to be roughly at-cost for backers.
Last updated: February 09, 2024 05:41
Will I have to pay customs charges if ordering from outside of the UK?
Your country may well have additional customs fees. I’m not able to predict or collect these, so please check your local regulations for that information. Shipped items will be listed on customs forms at the value of the item(s), not the total amount you pledged, so any customs fees will be based on that amount. I’ll do my best to keep customs fees down for you when shipping.
Last updated: February 08, 2024 04:04
When will I get my copy of Darkened Hill & Dale?
I intend to have all copies, both physical and digital, dispatched by the end of December 2024.
Last updated: October 09, 2024 04:54
Are you using AI for any part of this project?
No.
Last updated: February 09, 2024 04:57
Current Estimated Shipping Date: December 2024
Hello friends, I've been posting monthly project updates over on Kickstarter but I've just realised that these don't automatically get forwarded on to those of you who've pre-ordered through BackerKit. Sorry about that! You can find more information over in the linked Kickstarter update but, in case you missed it, I wanted to let you know that Darkened Hill & Dale is currently set to ship in mid-late December. Thank you all for your patience! I'll share future updates here when they're published too. — Sarah
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