Darkest Night: Second Edition

A project in Costa Mesa, CA by Victory Point Games
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As the dread Necromancer tightens his grip over the kingdom with his ever-growing legions, a few brave souls seek a way to fight back.
Backers: 1737
Average Pledge Per Backer: $139

Funded: $240,673 of $90,000
Dates: May 12th -> Jun 11th (30 days)
Project By: Victory Point Games
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Latest News

Designer Commentary Unlocked!

June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
You have done it! The final stretch goal is unlocked! Now Jeremy Lennert’s designer notes can be edited, laid out, and finally shared digitally to all backers of the Darkest Night campaign. There will also be an add-on available for those who want... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Channeler

June 9th - via: kickstarter.com
We have one more hero spotlight for you guys! Last, but certainly not least, is the Channeler! With one foot in the Astral plane, the Channeler’s methods are often inscrutable, but nonetheless effective. At times, she seems to see the world, and... (Read More)

Dice Unlocked For The Last 48 Hour Push!

June 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Things have been really picking up in these final days of the Kickstarter and we just bowled over the upgraded dice stretch goal! Instead of the default pips, all of the dice for this print run will feature numbers with a filigree design. One stretch... (Read More)

Darkest Nemo and Hero Spotlight - Conjurer and Scholar

June 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Due to the many messages we have received requesting it, we have added Nemo's War Second Edition as an add-on for backers! Check out the add-on section of the campaign page for more info. We also have our last hero spotlight for you guys and we will... (Read More)

Australian Shipping Rates and Hero Spotlight - Bard

June 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We just got some great news from an Australian fulfillment service this morning and have updated the estimated shipping rates on the campaign! We will continue investigating fulfillment options for other countries to make sure you have the lowest... (Read More)

Avatars and Hero Spotlight - Shaman

June 6th - via: kickstarter.com
As we wind down into the last week of the Kickstarter, we've received several messages from people asking if there was a Kickstarter profile picture for the campaign they could use. Well now there are! Just click this link or the image below to... (Read More)

Mobile Tabletop Crowdfunding Round-Up 6-5-2016

June 5th - via: belloflostsouls.net
Come check out these 5 board game Kickstarters before they end! (Read More)

New Darkness Cards In The Game

June 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Here is a preview of the 14 new Darkness cards that are being added to the game! These new additions will add a whole new set of woes that will strengthen the forces of evil during the game. Which one will you be unfortunate enough to draw?    (Read More)

Organizer Stretch Goal Unlocked and Hero Spotlight - Wayfarer, Ranger, and Paragon

June 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
In just over 12 hours, everybody rallied together and unlocked the component organizer stretch goal! Thank you again from everyone here in the office for the overwhelming flood of support. We also have another triple-hero spotlight for you featuring... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Mercenary, Mesmer, and Monk

June 1st - via: kickstarter.com
We're keeping things rolling for you guys with three more heroes in this spotlight! This time we'll be looking at the Mercenary, Mesmer, and Monk! (Triple M!) Also, some people are talking about their favorite heroes here on BGG. Make sure to check... (Read More)

From the Publisher of Darkest Night: Second Edition

June 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Let me begin by saying thank you to everyone who has backed our Darkest Night second edition Kickstarter campaign. Like you, we see the campaign totals hovering, and it is vexing that we might not be able to unlock all the gameplay stretch goals. You... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Alchemist, Prince, and Scout

May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
More and more people are shouting for their favorite heroes so we have another triple-hero spotlight for you guys! Read below and learn more about your allies, the Alchemist, Prince, and Scout. Alchemist The Alchemist seeks to understand and control... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Rogue, Priest, and Knight

May 27th - via: kickstarter.com
We're kicking off your Friday with another triple-hero spotlight! We're sharing more about the classic heroes that were requested from the last updates, the Rogue, Priest, and Knight. Rogue The Rogue is a subtle hero, uniquely able to maintain a low... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Crusader, Tamer, and Druid

May 26th - via: kickstarter.com
We have another triple-hero spotlight for you today! There were quite a few requests from our last update and we are glad to see you all so excited to learn more about the many companions who can join your party. Today we'll be sharing the Crusader,... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Enchanter

May 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Hump Day everybody! Since she was requested in the last update, the Enchanter now makes her appearance for today's Hero Spotlight. Check out her info and power cards below! The Enchanter can influence the magical essences hidden within the... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Wind Dancer, Tinker, and Exorcist

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
You requested them in the last Hero Spotlight so today we are sharing more about your fellow heroes, the Wind Dancer, Tinker, and Exorcist! Wind Dancer Great power often lies in that which is unseen. The Wind Dancer has learned to trust the winds,... (Read More)

Community Stretch Goals!

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Greetings Darkest Night enthusiasts! We are thrilled that this project has funded and are inexorably working on stretch goals. You are going to receive the most kick-butt, everything-in-the-box version of Darkest Night and will be the envy of your... (Read More)

15 New Quest Cards Unlocked!

May 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
We've hit another stretch goal! 15 new quest cards are now added to the game, raising the initial new Quest card count from 10 to 25. Take a look at what you've helped unlock below and see what challenges your party may have to face in your battle... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Seer

May 21st - via: kickstarter.com
The Seer was asked for in the last update so let's take a closer look at her powers! She is a strong support character for your party and a favorite to play as for many adventurers. The Seer is a mystical hero able to catch glimpses of the future.... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - Nymph, Wizard and Valkyrie

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Friday everybody! We thought that we would kick off your weekend with a special three hero preview. Since they were specifically requested in the last update, we're going to be sharing a closer look at the Nymph, Wizard, and Valkyrie. The... (Read More)

Hero Spotlight - The Acolyte

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Greetings Darkest Night enthusiasts! We wanted to share more about your allies who will be helping you in your struggle against the Necromancer. There are a lot, so we might as well start in alphabetical order. The first one up is the Acolyte! The... (Read More)

A Look At The New Cards

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! So we have mentioned on the campaign page that this edition of Darkest Night comes with 10 new Darkness, Mystery, Artifact, and Quest cards. Below we have them laid out in detail for you to see! Darkness Cards Click the image for a... (Read More)

First Stretch Goal Unlocked! New Spark Mechanic and Hero Powers!

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
The first stretch goal has been unlocked! Now every Hero has three new powers to use, on top of the ten powers they already had. That’s a total combined list of 377 individual powers! Click the image for a more detailed version You have also... (Read More)

We Are Fully Funded!

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all for this amazing relaunch! All of us here in the office are exhausted but ecstatic that the new edition has been so well received. We’ve got a whole bunch of stretch goals to start knocking out, the first being the 87 new hero powers... (Read More)

He’s Back - The Darkest Night 2nd Edition Necromancer Returns!

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you everyone for your feedback, support, and patience while we relaunch this Kickstarter campaign. We have heard you and put in the work to address concerns with our previous launch, which included pricing, shipping rates, and stretch goals.... (Read More)

Darkest Night: Second Edition Preview

May 4th - via: boardgamequest.com
In Darkest Night: Second Edition, a kingdom has fallen to an evil Necromancer. (Read More)

'Darkest Night: Second Edition' from Victory Point Games

May 4th - via: thegaminggang.com
Jeff takes a close look at the current Kickstarter project from Victory Point Games. (Read More)

Darkest Night Second Edition Preview: Bigger IS Better!

May 3rd - via: techraptor.net
Victory Point games is preparing for the Kickstarter of Darkest Night Second Edition. In this case, bigger certainly is better! (Read More)

Darkest Night: Second Edition Kickstarter Preview

May 3rd - via: gameosity.com
**Edit: The new Kickstarter is up!** I reviewed Darkest Night - from designer Jeremy Lennert and publisher Victory Point Games (Read More)

Darkest Night 2nd Edition Kickstarter from Victory Point Games Preview by Maurice Fitzgerald

May 2nd - via: clubfantasci.com
Darkest Night has evolved over the years from the base game up through four expansions to build an enthralling fantasy game world (Read More)

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