A 5th edition campaign setting based on the hit Youtube series by Dingo Doodles and Felix Irnich.
Latest Updates from Our Project:
September Update, Mini Reveal, Track Release + Official Discord!
over 1 year ago
– Fri, Sep 30, 2022 at 12:44:59 AM
Hey backers! Here’s your update for the month!
Project Progress
Writing - The team is hard at work in the editing process though unfortunately it’s a bit more of an uphill climb than we’d anticipated. If we believe this will result in further delays we’ll communicate that in the next update. For now, send all your fortitude and editing power the writing team’s way! 💪
Don’t forget to check out the Beastfolk subrace preview from the last update (accessible for backers only!) in the meantime!
Minis - A new challenger approaches! We are excited to share with you one of the 3 mystery minis from the Foreclaimers Mini pack! Check out Dingo’s new video to meet Elowen, the character that’s just been revealed!
A cheeky mini!
Tarrasque Mini - The Tarrasque has been in production for quite some time, and we have been provided physical samples for review; this is a back-and-forth process with the team and the manufacturers to make sure the product is high quality and exactly right.
Check out some of the pictures we’ve taken in the office! Keep in mind the sample below is not final just yet and may change before mass production.
Sample next to a small dog for scale!
Sample pictured with Pierogi!
Physical Production – All items that aren’t tied to book content have been submitted to our manufacturing partners to begin the production process! It will be a while before they enter mass production as there’s plenty of reviews and back-and-forth with their team that needs to happen first, but we’ll keep you updated on their progress.
Track Release!
In addition to using the track to enhance your sessions, we strongly suggest that you pop this bad boy on in the background before starting anything on your to do list. Those emails or laundry don’t stand a chance!
Official Fool’s Gold Discord Server
There is now a dedicated server for Fool’s Gold fans!
As the server is run by Dingo and Felix themselves, we ask that if you have Kickstarter questions, please use the support emails provided or leave a message in the Fool’s Gold channel in the Hit Point Press server. We’ll help you out there!
August Update: Minis Update, New Track Release, + Beastfolk Writing Preview!
over 1 year ago
– Sun, Sep 04, 2022 at 03:15:19 AM
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read.
July Update: Progress Update and New Timeline Expectations
over 1 year ago
– Thu, Aug 04, 2022 at 05:20:06 PM
Hey backers!
Thank you for your patience with July’s update! We wanted to confirm a few details before posting, but please expect your actual August update towards the end of the month!
In this update you’ll find some news about minis, art and animations (including a preview!), as well as an updated production timeline. Please be sure to review the new timeline! All rewards have new dates.
Project Progress
Minis - The minis are continuing their journey through production! They’re currently being prepared for injection molding, and there are even a few on their way to us for review!
Art - Lots of great pieces are in progress for the book! Animations for the animated spell cards are nearly complete. Check out some of the animated spells below!
Animation by Avery Howett
Animation by Avery Howett
Animation by Liam Gregg
Animation by Liam Gregg
Animation by Liam Gregg
What's Next for Rewards, Production, and Distribution?
After discussing the progress of the project with the team, Dingo, and Felix, we’re looking ahead at what to expect when it comes to completing the book, production, and fulfillment. Below you can find a new timeline for digital and physical content.
Book - Based on our current projections, we are aiming for a release of the PDF content in early December. Though this is a few months later than the originally projected September release, it is more realistic based on the progress so far. Additional digital files like reference decks, maps, and standees will follow.
Stretch Goal Content (Digital) - When their involvement in the core campaign setting is complete, our writers will be turning to the stretch goal content to build out that material before handing it over to our design team. While we’re not providing an exact estimate now because there are too many variables to be accurate, we’re anticipating that the release of this content will align with our revised fulfillment date below.
*Updated Fulfillment Timeline* - This is an important one! At this time, we’re officially re-scheduling projected fulfillment to July 2023.
We’re looking at ways to speed up the process at each step along the way, but based on the book’s progress, we believe July 2023 is realistic.
We know that feels like such a long time from now, but here’s how the team came to that date, plus a little more about what to expect when it comes to mass production of physical rewards.
Book Production
If the book files are ready for mass production in early December as expected, our mass production partners have told us it will require ~55 days to produce.
Items like reference decks, standees, the world map, and GM screen are dependent on the book being complete to be finalized for mass production. These will enter mass production after the book, and we anticipate these items to be finished around early March.
Accessories Production
While the book is being completed, we’ll be getting the accessories through mass production! With the exception of the items listed above that are tied closely to book content, we’re aiming to have all rewards ready and waiting for the book’s arrival.
This means that if all goes to plan, the books will be in the last shipment of physical rewards, and the distributors can hop right into fulfillment when they arrive.
Freight
From here, we’ll arrange freight shipping to our distributors. This is where the estimate gets a little lengthier! Because arranging freight shipping, the journey itself, as well as clearing customs can be a whole bag of variables and potential delays, we’ve given ourselves lots of wiggle room here for things to inevitably go awry. In the past freight averaged 4-6 weeks, but with there still being congestion at the ports this timeline is averaging 3 months.
We know you want your rewards in hand as soon as possible, and we’re working hard to make that happen! We’ll keep you updated along the way and show off plenty of art, samples, and other cool things in monthly posts.
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Humblewood Tales is a new adventure book for 5th Edition that takes place in the lush world of Humblewood.
Featuring expanded lore from the mystical tree city of Alderheart, Humblewood Tales is packed with over 200 pages of new adventures, premade characters, bestiary, magic items, subclasses and more.
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June Update + Animated Spell Previews!
almost 2 years ago
– Wed, Jun 29, 2022 at 06:26:49 AM
Hey backers!
Here’s what’s new to share this month, take a look!
A Message From Dingo and Felix
Hey everyone, thank you so much for all your support and patience as we finish yet another month!
Progress on the book has been amazing, as another round of edits and reviews has been completed. Felix is also nearing completion of the first draft of Kylandria and working with the awesome peeps of Heliana's Guide to Monster Hunting to make Fool's Gold compatible.
As this summer kicks off, be prepared for many more awesome updates on our Kickstarter and YouTube channel!
Love you all <3 Stay safe out there nerds!
-Dingo & Felix
Minis Progress
All minis have finished the sculpting process and are now in the manufacturer’s expert hands where they will be prepped for production. We can’t wait to show off the samples when they are ready!
Here is the last miniature from the Monsters, Monks, and Mechs pack, The Shadow Walker!:
The Shadow Walker, sculpted by Thomas Choux
Have you noticed a couple of minis missing from the Foreclaimers pack? 🤔There are a few that need a special introduction! Keep an eye out for videos on Youtube in the coming months to meet them. Once everyone’s revealed, the second STL pack will be distributed to backers!
Animated Spells Preview
Our animators are hard at work putting together the art for our animated spells. Here is a sneak peek at some of the in-progress animations from Fool's Gold's very own Gothi, Avery Howett! These are brand new spells created especially for Fool's Gold: Into the Bellowing Wilds!
Can you guess what the spells might be?
We also wanted to share some exciting news on the Humblewood front!
Hit Point Press's next release: Humblewood Tales on Kickstarter
Humblewood Tales is a companion book to the Humblewood Campaign Setting for 5th Edition, which combines all the Humblewood Tales adventures into one beautiful book.
With over 200 pages of content that’s fully compatible with all your 5e games, including premade characters, a full bestiary, myriads of new magic items and more, there’s plenty of thrills to be had for both new and seasoned Humblewood adventurers.
As a part of the Humblewood Tales Kickstarter, we’ll be releasing “The Rhythm of Humblewood” music soundtrack on vinyl, brand new miniatures, new dice & GM screen, stretch goals for bonus adventures, and much more.
May Update - More Minis and "Rascam" track release!
almost 2 years ago
– Tue, Jun 14, 2022 at 08:36:35 AM
Hey backers!
Here’s your update for May, take a look!
Final Minis Collection Preview
This collection also includes the Foreclaimer Shadow Walker, but we needed to make some corrections so it’s not ready to share just yet. Check out the rest!
Absent on picture day: Foreclaimer Shadow Walker
Tarmaw
Sicario Weaver
Quinn-Ora
Foreclaimer Charger
Abby
Prepare your ears – a new track from the OST has dropped!
Last week the “Rascam” track was released on the Dingo Doodle’s channel, check it out!
The Mad Maker reviews the mighty Tarrasque!
The Mad Maker has recently released a video reviewing their experience printing our beloved Tarrasque in a variety of forms! Check it out:
Can I upgrade my pledge and get more minis?
It's not too late to add the STLs or more physical minis!
