tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post2556525584455174788..comments2024-03-25T22:48:31.750-04:00Comments on Dreams in the Lich House: Scoreboard: Grading the CrowdfundingJohnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18031181424520125213noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-23807854971453277512012-09-13T22:51:30.673-04:002012-09-13T22:51:30.673-04:00I did talk to Dennis Detwiler at GenCon and he sai...I did talk to Dennis Detwiler at GenCon and he said that the manuscript was probably 2/3rds finished and once the con season was over with, he would have it wrapped up soon. Since he is both the artist and the author, it's pretty much an in-house thing. I expect to see a finished version before Xmas if not early in the new year.<br /><br />Now on the other hand, I am getting a bit worried about GMS' Far West which finished funding in August 2011 and is now more than several months late. I know it has had some issues, but the delay and lack of solid communication is a bit worrisome.<br /><br />As for Dwimmermount, I was one of those who knew it needed fleshing out, but I through there was more than just bones to the skeleton. Perhaps the release date was overly enthusiastic, but the trickle of material doesn't really inspire confidence in the short term.mattruanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04097988435815668367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-39580379066895441902012-09-13T17:22:35.209-04:002012-09-13T17:22:35.209-04:00So far, I've gone in on:
Advanced Fighting Fa...So far, I've gone in on:<br /><br />Advanced Fighting Fantasy's Blacksand! book, which is somewhere between a 1] and a 2]. I've got no doubt that this will be completed and will be of good quality - Graham Bottley has a good track record, and is working from excellent source material.<br /><br />LotFP hardcover - a 3] and again, Raggi's track record is good.<br /><br />LotFP adventures - a 1], but going on the track record of the writer and the publisher, I've got no doubts.<br /><br />OpenQuest 2 - a 2] verging on a 3]. Newt Newport has demonstrated that he can produce good gaming books.<br /><br />And Reapers Bones, and if they can't get me the product, who can.<br /><br />If one of these projects were to send me a message saying, 'sorry, we'll be months late', I'd think, 'fair enough, even for people who do this as a day job delays happen'. Maybe I'd be less forgiving with Reaper, but a guy churning out a labour of love? I'll wait for that over buying some slick, on time, hackwork (not that those are the only two options, I'll grant you).Andy Bartletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06683770320671028815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-82874871087562808852012-09-13T14:31:39.630-04:002012-09-13T14:31:39.630-04:00Great summary, Beedo. I would say that it isn'...Great summary, Beedo. I would say that it isn't stellar overall.Treyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04647628467658839351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-44091692228849801932012-09-13T13:46:16.521-04:002012-09-13T13:46:16.521-04:00This is a nice way of providing both feedback and ...This is a nice way of providing both feedback and "consumer reports" so to speak. I may do a post of my own regarding my various backings (I think I've done 8 to 10 so far).Necropraxishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12716340801054739658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-81000982930315108522012-09-13T11:13:43.946-04:002012-09-13T11:13:43.946-04:00Another nice thing about Dwimmermount is that they...Another nice thing about Dwimmermount is that they are publishing each level and map as they complete it. They've even provided the early notes just in case disaster strikes and they are unexpectedly kept from completion. They may be late, but they are transparent about it to an unprecedented degree. I haven't seen any other Kickstarter work harder to alleviate the problems that come with being late, and I find it quite admirable. Besides, depending on how often you play and for how long, there's a very good chance you could start playing the first level of Dwimmermount now without ever having to wait for them to finish the level that you need for your next game. <br /><br />I wouldn't say this native is restless. Slightly concerned, perhaps, but not restless. :) Mr. Grogghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07707066562852996060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-86851924792576139082012-09-13T10:58:42.946-04:002012-09-13T10:58:42.946-04:00I'd also rather see the project take the time ...I'd also rather see the project take the time required to make it an excellent product, than rush to meet a poorly chosen delivery date.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18031181424520125213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4353391426294254427.post-44602016060703947682012-09-13T10:39:03.735-04:002012-09-13T10:39:03.735-04:00On Dwimmermount, I understand the problems that ha...On Dwimmermount, I understand the problems that have led to the schedule issue. I not only understand the problems, I am very understanding of the situation. I am not restless at all in regard to it. In fact, the delay may result in my being able to increase my cash outlay in order to get more of the perqs that were offered (vinyl map mats and such), and possibly even pick up both versions (LL and ACKS) of the book.faoladhhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03691952430041394614noreply@blogger.com