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Update #4: 80 backers, Mystery Add-on Unlocked
about 4 years ago – Tue, Feb 04, 2020 at 01:04:24 AM

We have reached 80 Backers.. Amazing! Thank you!

We are able to announce our second mystery add-on.

Beestwars Status Tokens

We love tokens - Tokens are used in Beestwars to represent conditions and status for the characters, they are also used as pips or chits of blood and froth which can be spent to perform special or additional actions, magic and healing. Token uses include:

• Wounded,
• Stunned,
• Dead,
• Froth (like rage or extra energy)
• Blood (this is like mana, spirit, magic)
• On guard. (ready)
   

The tokens are specifically designed to be generic enough to be adopted for other gaming systems. So they could be used to identify stamina, casualties, disorder, wounds, etc.

Token Add-on

You can never have enough tokens... A 6 pack of tokens can be added on in the Pledge Manager for (UD$9 - NZ$13). For a typical game of Beestwars we suggest 2-3 sets packs of tokens.

  Tokens will be double sided, exact size is to be finalized but will about approx the size of a NZ$1 (20-23mm dia and 2-3mm thick).

Without taking ourselves too seriously; we all know what it is like to fidget whilst waiting for an opponent to take their turn… some stack dice (sixes up), others flick their tape measures or palm health markers…these tokens will not only serve as status markers in the game but provide you with a tactile fidget option... learn to roll it over your knuckles like a seasoned poker player - this may even psych out your opponents. Over 15 million people think it is a skill worth having.

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New mystery mini add-on when we reach 100 backers.

We are preparing another mystery mini for the 100 backer milestone. We aren’t too far off... We will also be adding some freebie and other stretch goals to bring extra value to backers.

Again, our sincerest thanks to all our backers.

Update # 3 - Painting Inspiration & FAQs added.
over 4 years ago – Fri, Jan 31, 2020 at 04:19:53 PM

Hi everyone, we have added some FAQs.  These can be found on FAQ tab on Kickstarter. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

Painting Inspiration

Hi everyone, we thought we'd feature some painted examples of the add-on minis available in this kickstarter. A special shout-out to those who have supported the launch with painted examples.

 You can see more of Mary's work on https://www.facebook.com/mary.profitt and https://www.facebook.com/Hamster-Cage-Studio-Wargame-Miniature-Painting-136299516407769/

 You can see more of Charles' work on https://www.instagram.com/crateeight/ 

Here's another shot of Troth from Sloane Ranger Studios.  You can see more of his work on https://www.facebook.com/SloaneRangerStudio/  

Alternative Basing

Whilst figures are individually based in Beestwars, here is an example of some of JKs personal collection he has based to use in the Dragon Rampant ruleset (by Osprey publishing). The units represent cavalry and foot.

Update # 2 - Mystery Add-on #1 Unlocked
over 4 years ago – Wed, Jan 29, 2020 at 12:31:40 AM

We are so pleased to announce our first mystery add-on, available for purchase in the pledge manager. 

Dust Devil - mystery add-on (NZ$13.50-US$9)

This finely crafted figure has all the essential ingredients to bring terror to its foes.  Whilst principally created for a new Beestwars faction (emanating from the dragon waste) it is equally at home stalking adventurers in a dungeon or sucking blood from victims in a pulp setting. This is a new twist on the archetypal shadowy creature that occupy so many myths, legends and cheese-dreams. 

Character attributes are yet to be decided and we would love feedback on this. Initial thoughts include: ability to hunt in a pack (swarm), stealth, and some form of fear or terror attribute. 

The Dust Devil will be available as a purchased add-on in the Pledge Manager.

We are also keen to engage with the community to build on the lore and narrative around the Beestwars world. Please have some fun with it and drop ideas and suggestions into the comments section. We enjoy gaming but often much of the fun is when players build their own narratives and lore in free-flow.

The Dragon Waste (map found on page 15 of the free rules) is desert, sandy, burnt and blackened. Once a pleasant country ruined by dragons but whose offspring still reside here. None dare venture into these wastes for there are other evil creatures that drink blood and torture your soul.

Extra, Extra!

Hot off the press!

Sloane Ranger Studio https://www.facebook.com/SloaneRangerStudio/ has painted up the Minotaur (Troth: Clovis Wildebeest) with great gusto! Here's a pic. We'll share more soon and maybe Sloane will have time to give us a few painting tips? Thanks Sloane, it's gorgeous!

Thanks again for all the support.

Update # 1 - Successfully Funded. Phew What a day!
over 4 years ago – Tue, Jan 28, 2020 at 06:07:38 PM

Thank you all for making this Kickstarter a success. Your support is greatly appreciated.

As an artist the show of support and encouragement often means much more than any financial milestone. So thank you.

I can confirm we are now able to get the moulds made and the Hero set produced. This will add these two powerful characters to the existing range.

I’ve included some additional images of the Minotaur: Troth, Clovis Wildebeest

So what now?

Progressing towards the 100 backers is very encouraging, however, one element that attracts us to Kickstarter is interaction and engagement with the community.  We see this group as an extremely valuable source of feedback.

We want your feedback, ideas and suggestions, questions - no sacred Minotaurs!

Please dive into the comments and engage with us and the others.

Mystery Add-ons

We have a couple of mystery add-ons to unlock and we are trying to work out how to include some free / bonus product.

Shipping:

We need to note that shipping costs do not include taxes or duties. You will be responsible for these.

See you for more updates tomorrow, and again, thanks for your pledge, it means a lot :)