The Universal Flaws of Robotics
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Backers: 157
Average Pledge Per Backer: $61
Funded: $9,501 of $9,000
Dates: Jul 14th -> Aug 20th (38 days)
Project By: CanonWrite Productions
Backers: 157
Average Pledge Per Backer: $61
Funded: $9,501 of $9,000
Dates: Jul 14th -> Aug 20th (38 days)
Project By: CanonWrite Productions
$9,501
current pledge level
Last Updated: August 21 @ 00:04 -0400 GMT
105%
of goal
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Latest News
WE MADE IT! 
August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Well THAT escalated quickly. I send out an update an hour ago, and you guys go ahead and GET US OVER THE FINISH LINE? Seriously, all the love in the world! We'll do a proper update once the campaign officially wraps, but I did want to thank you... (Read More)
THE CAMPAIGN ENDS AT MIDNIGHT (ET)!
August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We're about 10 hours out and at 93% funded! We've seen a big last-day boost, but this campaign is the very definition of a nail-biter! As a reminder, I'll be going live for the Final Day Marathon at 3pm ET. We'll be hanging out, drawing, talking... (Read More)
THE FINAL PUSH
August 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we're here: the final two days of the campaign. On Tuesday at 11:59pm ET, we're officially wrapping it up. We've had some people express concern regarding our campaign. I want to reassure you all that we're not worried. The end of a... (Read More)
Over $7,000 with 5 days to go! Plus, sticker and commission samples.
August 15th - via: kickstarter.com
So the last few days have been absolutely NUTS. On Sunday, we were sitting at $5,430, and now we're over $7,100! We knew the final week of the campaign would come with a serious boost, but your support and help with spreading the word has really... (Read More)
UFR Commission Showcase
August 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Tonight at 8pm, join some of the creators involved in Universal Flaws of Robotics as they showcase the commissions they're offering! Commissions by: ANGELA BOYLE: https://angelabcomics.com/SAM CLEGGETT: https://samcleggett.com/KELLY L. SWANN:... (Read More)
THE FINAL WEEK!
August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we're finally here. Seven days left. It's been a long campaign, but we're now in the homestretch. We still have some ground to cover, but the last week of a Kickstarter campaign typically heralds a large influx of backers. With us having... (Read More)
Robot Sticker-Drawing Livestream Tonight at 8pm ET!
August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Tonight at 8pm ET, join me as I work on designs for our sticker packs! Should be a nice casual hangout. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOpmmtZbFx4Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1532742997644910Twitch:... (Read More)
CanonWrite Productions at Dragon's Lair this Saturday!
August 9th - via: kickstarter.com
This Saturday, I'll be at Dragon's Lair from noon to 6pm selling comics and promoting the Kickstarter! If you're in the Columbus area, please stop by and show your support! Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing. -Ben (Read More)
Kickstarter Deadline Extension! Plus Words, Images, & Worlds!
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Exciting news! We've been having so much daily interest in our project that Kickstarter has extended our deadline by one week! That means that our various sales will continue until Tuesday, August 20th! We're going to take full advantage of this... (Read More)
Coloring Page Challenge!
August 6th - via: kickstarter.com
As part of the final promotional push for Universal Flaws of Robotics, we are challenging all of you to break out your inner kid and show us your coloring skills! Art by Kelly M. Ricker. artofkellymricker.crevado.comHere's the deal: we are... (Read More)
Tuesday at 8pm ET: Crowdfunding Your Projects: Who, Where, Why, When, How
August 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Tuesday at 8pm ET, we'll be simulcasting with the Columbus Cartoon Coalition on a stream discussing the ins and outs of crowdfunding! Join Angela Boyle, Kelci Crawford, Rainer Kannenstine, and Ben Wright-Heuman as we get into the sausage-making that... (Read More)
Robolibrarian Bookmark Sneak Peek!
August 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
The amazing Angela Boyle provided a timelapse of the bookmark she's designing for us, and we've turned it into a short! This bookmark will be available as part of the Bookmark Pack, available as an add-on! Please consider adding it to your pledge!... (Read More)
Add-On Spotlight: LESS THAN SECRET and WHAT THE GNOMES KNOW
August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Our Kickstarter backers feature both returning fans and new supporters. For the newcomers, who may not be familiar with our previous projects, here are descriptions of our past anthologies, which are currently available as add-ons and in our... (Read More)
Add-on Spotlight: UFR T-Shirts!
July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Universal Flaws of Robotics has a lot to offer beyond the book itself. Today, we want to tell you about one of our other offerings: the UFR t-shirts! Sample image provided by our shirt printer.When J.M. Hunter first showed us his illustration for... (Read More)
Tonight at 7pm ET: An Interview with Robert Monsarrat!
July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Tonight at 7pm ET, join us as we sit down with Robert Monsarrat, the cartoonist behind the strange tale "Let Loose the Kraken!" ROBERT MONSARRAT: https://www.instagram.com/robert_monsarrat YouTube:... (Read More)
Tonight at 8pm ET: An Interview with Sam Cleggett!
July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Join us at 8pm ET tonight as we sit down with Sam Cleggett, the cartoonist behind the punk comedy story "Marky's Nite Out"! SAM CLEGGETT: https://samcleggett.com/ YouTube:... (Read More)
Saturday at 7pm ET: An Interview with Alex Washburn!
July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
This Saturday at 7pm ET, join us as we sit down with Alex Washburn, the cartoonist behind the charming adventure story "Emerald Soda"! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXjX3-0R8_sFacebook:... (Read More)
HARDCOVERS UNLOCKED EARLY!
July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Yes, you read that headline correctly! People have been so generous with their pledges that we reviewed our numbers and determined that we can make hardcovers available earlier than anticipated! We will also be adjusting the stretch goals so that... (Read More)
Thursday at 7pm ET: an Interview with Eddie J. O’Neill and Kaź G.M. Lukacs!
July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This Thursday at 7pm ET, join us as we sit down with Eddie J. O’Neill and Kaź G.M. Lukacs, the cartooning duo behind the sweet story "Gifted Programs"! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=056674XrYn8Facebook:... (Read More)
Sneak Peek at Our Pride Robot Sticker Design (In Progress)!
July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey, Kelci here - to show you a sneak peek at an upcoming design for our Robot Pride sticker! We actually have TWO sketches right now... Let us know which one you like the best in the comments below, yo. These stickers will be available as part of... (Read More)
Over $2,000 in the First Week!/An Interview with Catalina Rufín!
July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
What an INCREDIBLE start! In just one week, we've raised over 23% of our base goal funds! We're going to keep that momentum going and get this project funded in no time! As part of that, we are continuing our creator interview streams! Tonight at... (Read More)
Earlybot Special Ends on Sunday, and an Interview with Chris Dance!
July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
As a reminder, our Earlybot Special ends this Sunday at 11:59pm ET! Backers at this reward tier get a paperback edition of Universal Flaws of Robotics and a poster with J.M. Hunter's fantastic cover art for the discounted combined price of $35!... (Read More)
An Interview with Severin Walch
July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Join interviewer J.M. Hunter for a conversation this evening at 7pm ET with Severin Walch, the cartoonist behind the space adventure "Diamond Tipped"! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5icTEKZox8Facebook:... (Read More)
Today at 4pm ET: An Interview with Colleen Frakes!
July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Today at 4pm ET, we'll kick off our creator interview livestreams with Colleen Frakes! Join interviewer Ben Wright-Heuman as he interviews Colleen about her career and accomplishments, including her submission to Universal Flaws of Robotics, the... (Read More)
Commissions Available as Add-Ons!
July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
One of the particularly special categories of add-on we have available to you are commissions. These are original pieces that our talented artists will work directly with you to create. We currently have four artists accepting commissions, and we... (Read More)
A great start, and an extra livestream!
July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Our campaign's progress in the first seven hours!WOW! A fantastic start to another great campaign! For those of you that missed our Launch Party, the replay is available here. We also have a playlist set up that will automatically update with all... (Read More)
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