Dark Obelisk 2: The Mondarian Elective (PathfinderRPG/5E AP)

A project in Malvern, PA by J. Evans Payne
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Part 2 of the Adventure Path, continuing the approach of lush with novel-caliber NPCs, dynamic plot arcs, and richly detailed maps.
Backers: 113
Average Pledge Per Backer: $94

Funded: $10,661 of $1,000
Dates: Aug 30th -> Oct 29th (60 days)
Project By: J. Evans Payne
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$10,000. Final 9 Hours. Wow.

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I don't really have words to thank all of you for your faith and optimism.  I'm out of Stretch Goals, and as tempted as I am to add more, I'm going to stop for now, if that's all right with you. A few clarifications, and I just want to make sure... (Read More)

Final 2 Days! And Clarifications

October 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we've hit the 48 hour mark.  Final push to unlock those last few stretch goals! Next, some clarifications: A backer kindly pointed out a mistake in the descriptions of the final handful of Stretch Goals. Stretch Goals, Pledge Levels, and... (Read More)

$7,500! $9,500 Stretch Goal Listed!

October 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Sorry for the multiple updates in one day, but I did promise to list new Stretch Goals each time an old one fell... and this last week of the campaign is just crazy with pledges and backer increases! You've unlocked the deck of NPC Cards for Dark... (Read More)

$7K Stretch Goal Unlocked! And a New One Rises...

October 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Congrats; you've unlocked the Druid Enclave setting book.  Note that sadly, this marks the first Stretch Goal where the PDF is not automatically included for free with existing pledge levels, and where the hardcopy is not included in the "Hardened... (Read More)

Pledge Contents Reminder: You're Basically Getting A Ton of Stuff

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
We've had a bunch of new backers in the past week or two, so just to make sure everyone's on the same page here. Short version is, now is an excellent time to up your pledge to the "Hardened Completionist" level, if you haven't already done so--it's... (Read More)

$6,500 Goal Unlocked! And Another Goal Revealed

October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Congrats--you've unlocked yet another multi-hundred-page, hardcover adventure tome!  The Echoes of Time Forgotten mega-module will be produced, and delivered via PDF for free to all backers who backed at the Early Bird Citizen level or above.... (Read More)

Clarification: Hardened Completionist Pledge Level

October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
With all of the Stretch Goals flying around, it's difficult to keep track of things! To clarify, the "Hardened Completionist" pledge level currently includes a hardcopy of each of the following, in either Pathfinder or 5E rules format.  That's about... (Read More)

Stretch Goal CARNAGE

October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
There's nothing better than checking email first thing in the morning, and realizing that not just one, but TWO more Stretch Goals have fallen during the night.  You guys are spectacular! So you've unlocked yet another huge hardcover adventure book,... (Read More)

Yet More Stretch Goal Destruction! (And 6k Reveal...)

October 17th - via: kickstarter.com
You guys have helped make this successful beyond my wildest plans... I'm grateful beyond words.  So let's get to it, shall we? UNLOCKED: The Library Vitae module.  An ambitious adventure set in the same mythos and geography as the overall Dark... (Read More)

Another Stretch Goal Down!

October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to the generous upping of one backer in particular, we've once again downed a Stretch Goal.  The Artifacts & Artifice PDF (free to DO2 PDF backers) is now unlocked! In lieu of any big reveal of the Stretch Goal I've in mind for the $6k... (Read More)

Another Stretch Goal Fallen... Another Shall Rise

October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, congrats, all--you've unlocked what may be the single largest bestiary ever conceived, at least in terms of sheer quantity of statblocks.  :)  Aquilae: Bestiary of the Realm is now going to be a thing! And as promised, here's the next stretch... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Unlocked... & New Stretch Goals

October 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it!  Or, rather, one generous and eager backer who upped his pledge did it, but still: team effort, right?  The Western Realm Gazzeteer, and the companion Western Realm Players' Guide, are now unlocked. I've shifted one add-on around, and... (Read More)

Close to $4,500 Stretch Goal

October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
We're tantalizingly close to the next goal, which remember is an ENTIRE ADDITIONAL BOOK: The Western Realm Gazzeteer.  (I promise I'll learn the correct spelling by the time I finish writing it.) If it's unlocked by the end of this weekend, I'll... (Read More)

Good News Surprise: Hardcopies Will be Shipped ASAP

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Sorry to keep changing my mind about this, but as pledges accumulate, as printing costs change and increase, and this project grows bigger and bigger, I want to keep a balance of satisfying everyone and still remaining financially solvent.  :) But... (Read More)

Hardcover Proofs for DO1 & Sample Images

October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I realize this is about Dark Obelisk 1, but as most backers will receive at least a PDF of DO1 as part of their reward, I figured it might be of interest. Hardcover proofs have arrived for Dark Obelisk 1's Pathfinder version, and they're terrific.... (Read More)

Shipping for Multiple-Product Fulfillment

October 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Executive Summary:  The shipping rates listed in each pledge level were created to reflect delivery of Dark Obelisk 2 (and, if applicable, 1) only.   If you're entitled to more than one physical product, you will receive ALL your products shipped... (Read More)

Product Fulfillment Timing

October 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
I've added the following to the FAQ at the bottom of the project, and made reference to it just above the Stretch Goals listing. Bottom line: If you need anything but DO1 in time for Christmas, you should probably reconsider your pledge. I hate to... (Read More)

$4k! New Add-Ons Posted

September 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We made it to $4k!  Congrats and thanks to all backers.   Remember, all pledge levels that involve a DO2 PDF will automatically receive PDF versions of all unlocked Stretch Goals. In celebration of this milestone, here are some updates. Revised... (Read More)

Good News, Plus New Stretch Goal!

September 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Short Version: You will end up with a TON of content, no matter what your pledge level. Longer Version: I believe I may have found a way of avoiding the extra costs I mentioned in the last update, without skimping on content.   Basically, I'll... (Read More)

Warning: Hardcopy Price Raises Imminent

September 25th - via: kickstarter.com
It's a long story, which I may even describe in detail later, but the short version is that my publisher OBS has changed their maximum page count for color hardcover books. As a result, there's a good possibility I will have to split the single... (Read More)

New Pledge Level: Hardened Completionist

September 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Apologies for the multiple updates in a single day, but now that we're skyrocketing past several Stretch Goals, I've added something to hopefully make things simpler: a new "Hardened Completionist" pledge level. I will point out that right now, this... (Read More)

New Stretch Goal: Artifacts & Artifice

September 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
As promised--though a few days late--as another stretch goal has fallen, I've added a new one: $5,000: Artifacts & Artifice: We'll create a series of specific legendary magic items which could be wielded by the powers of, or against, the Forces... (Read More)

New Stretch Goal Soon!

September 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! Another goal fallen. I'm on vacation today, but rest assured I will be posting a new Stretch Goal by tomorrow. Thanks to all backers!!!  (Read More)

$3k: New Stretch Goal and Add-On!

September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
We'll round up, and call $2,998 an even $3k and count another stretch goal as having been accomplished.  :)  So now, every backer who already got a DO2 PDF will get a FlexTale Encounter Generator PDF as well, and I'll figure out how much that might... (Read More)

Endzeitgeist Kickstarter Update

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
If you've not heard of Endzeitgeist, do yourself a favor and visit his site now.  Go ahead; I'll wait. Finished?  As in, have you read through the hundreds, perhaps even over a thousand, deep, thoughtful, and engagingly geekly musings of someone... (Read More)

New Stretch Goals!

September 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it... we met the $2,500 stretch goal!   As promised, whenever one stretch goal falls, another shall rise to take its place (hail HYDRA!): $4,000: Bridge Module to DO3: As a teaser/intro to Dark Obelisk 3, as well as a kind of fleshed-out... (Read More)

So Close! (To add-ons and many more stretch goals)

September 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We are tantalizingly close to our next stretch goal unlocking... And I have much more in store once we do! Feel free to share our Facebook post/ad if you're of a mind to help out (and enrich your own product options)!... (Read More)

New Stretch Goal: 800-Page Guarantee

September 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Generally speaking, from now on, if an existing Stretch Goal's target is surpassed, I will post an additional Stretch Goal.  So we will always be reaching, reaching, reaching upwards... :) $3,500: 800-page Guarantee: I will continue to add content... (Read More)

More Stretch Goals Coming Soon

September 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! Barely four days into the campaign, and the first stretch goal has fallen. It's a holiday weekend so I might not have time for a day or two, but rest assured I'll be adding additional Stretch Goals soon, and possibly some Add-Ons as well. For... (Read More)

Funded! Time for Stretch Goals...

August 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Wow... funded in a single day.  Pretty impressive, folks; I can't thank you all enough!  I can't guarantee delivery in a 100% accurate timeframe... but I can pretty much guarantee you'll get a ton of content for your money! New Stretch... (Read More)

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