The Arcanum -- 30th Anniversary Edition

A project in Cedar Rapids, IA by ZiLa Games (K. David Ladage)
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A re-release of a classic role-playing game and supplement from the 1980s; originally released by Bard Games.
Backers: 97
Average Pledge Per Backer: $63

Funded: $6,105 of $500
Dates: Jul 26th -> Aug 25th (30 days)
Project By: ZiLa Games (K. David Ladage)
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Add On Items

August 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I am getting a lot of e-mails asking about how to order the add on items. The FAQ for the project has this answered in the second question. Thanks!  (Read More)

$5300!?

August 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Seriously? Heck... we may make it to the $6,000 stretch goal yet!  (Read More)

The Home Stretch!

August 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Well, this is it. As I write this, we are just over 48 hours left in a campaign that has left me humbled. When I set the initial goal at $500, I was looked at this as a way to pay for the ISBN, get a few books printed, and not loose too much money in... (Read More)

A little more work... a lot more game!

August 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
We hit $4,000! This means a bit more work for me; and it means a two-book set for this Anniversary Edition! I am looking forward to this challenge! A heartfelt thanks goes out to all of you. Note: Stretch Goals for $5,000 and $6,000 are now... (Read More)

Inching our way to $4,000

August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Almost there, everyone... cross your fingers, toes, eyes... anything you think might bring us luck. But most of all, tell people about the project. Ask them to get involved as well!  (Read More)

Kicking it Forward...

August 17th - via: kickstarter.com
At this time, as we approach the final week, I would like to take the time to provide you with some links to a few Kickstarter Projects I think you should take the time to consider. So, without further ado... Space 1889 -- the rebirth of a great old... (Read More)

A Look at the Character Sheet...

August 16th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Initial order of Dice

August 14th - via: kickstarter.com
I have made an initial order of dice... 100 sets. Based on the current number of backers and the levels at which they are backing... I will need 47 sets. This gives me 53 additional sets for any further ordering that may take place... If the need... (Read More)

A Look at the Spells...

August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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11 days to go...

August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all! We are down to eleven days. The project is trending to $5,200 or so. The projected total is closer to a range of $3,600 to $3,900. This is wonderful news in that it means that this is going to be a successful project -- it far exceeds my... (Read More)

More Add-Ons

August 9th - via: kickstarter.com
In the add-on section, I have now included... A Game Master's Screen Character Record Sheet Packets Both of these items are being finalized (as are the dice bags from CustomDiceBags) -- as soon as I have pictures, I will post those. Thanks everyone!... (Read More)

$3K

August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We hit $3,000! 3000 is a big number. How big, you ask? At 3000 degrees kelvin, Aluminum has already melted into a free-flowing liquid. Just a little bit higher, and Iron will begin melting. 3000 miles is the approximate distance between the Atlantic... (Read More)

A Look at the Races...

August 6th - via: kickstarter.com
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Not quite $3k

August 5th - via: kickstarter.com
I was thinking we might hit $3,000 over the weekend. We not only didn't get that far, we backslid a bit. This is fine. This is not a project for everyone. Some people will think of this as a system that will bear resemblance to its heritage in name... (Read More)

I was interviewed... :)

July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
http://destinationrpg.com/the-arcanum-30th-anniversary-edition-interview-with-david-ladage/ Check it out... spread the word!  (Read More)

Dice, dice, and more dice...

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
As it stands at this moment, the campaign has 37 backers. Of these backers, we have 32 sets of custom dice that are a part of the various pledge levels. I have been talking with several dice manufacturers. I think I have called companies that... (Read More)

Reorganized/cleaned-up reprint, or a 4th edition?

July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
I have gotten some e-mail and some messages via Kickstarter asking me some questions about any changes I will be making to the text. I have one very detailed e-mail telling me where a current RPG group has been using the 2nd Edition rules for the... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #2 is a go...

July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We have hit the $2000 mark! This means I will have a total of about 150 monster stats in the book. Later in this process I will create an update where you can suggest what types of creatures you want to see included. Do not start this just yet... I... (Read More)

#23 for all of Kickstarter!

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
We are listed as the #23 project for all of Kickstarter on KickTraq's HotList! How high on this can we get? :)  (Read More)

Stretch Goals

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow... I was not expecting to have to list stretch goals on the first day... this is an amazing and humbling honor you give me to be able to do this. So let's look at my first three stretch goals: Stretch Goal #1 [$1,000] -- If this project breaks... (Read More)

Amazing!

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
I would never have guessed! This project has been funded in less than eight hours! I cannot thank you all enough. Keep spreading the word! I want this to be the best it can be. Keep watching for the stretch goals... they are on the way!  (Read More)

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