Update and pledge manager reminder🍄
about 1 month ago
– Fri, Oct 18, 2024 at 06:28:23 AM
Hi backers! All plans are moving forward with Gnome Village production, and we would like to share a few updates.
So far 84% of you have filled in the survey in the pledge manager!
If you have not done so, please fill in the survey as soon as possible.
Did you not get an email or lost it? 📨
You can use this link to retrieve it: https://gnome-village-www-kickstarter-com.backerkit.com/
The rulebook downloads have been updated. There are some minor details that are being worked out, but for the most part the books (English and Dutch) are usable and functional. It has been a challenge of streamlining the rules for better understanding while also making them work within a small book space. And I say small book space because we opted to not make a square rulebook. We wanted the book to feel like a book and not take up too much space at the table.
We have not seen the meeple colors in person as of yet, but they are being made for the Pre-Production Copy which we will receive in the coming weeks. From the photos that have been sent to us from the manufacturer, we can tell that the colors look great, but the ‘yellow’ gnomes needed a color adjustment for the beard prints on the deluxe version. We are going with a more orange color to make the beards stand out and so far, what we have seen in the photo is looking fantastic!
Gnome Village was at Spiel! We had a table with the working prototype at theAmsterdam Board Game Design booth and the game was played all day on Saturday. A big thank you to the players that made beautiful villages! While in Germany, we had a productive meeting with Panda concerning punchboards and options to create a produced game that will have a lesser waste footprint and have a more optimal storage inlay for the components.
For the Pre-Production Copy or PPC, the files have been approved and we now patiently wait for the PPC to arrive so we can inspect all the components and materials. This is a big step and to say we are eagerly awaiting this arrival is an understatement. After we give approval for the look and feel of the PPC, we then give approval for mass production!
If you are visiting or living in the Netherlands on the weekend of Nov 9, we will be at Spellenspektakel in Utrecht at the Amsterdam Board Game Design booth. So please stop by!
Have a nice weekend!
Marinde & Jason
Team Gnome Village
🍄 Pledge Manager surveys will be hitting your inbox soon!
about 2 months ago
– Fri, Sep 27, 2024 at 02:24:34 AM
Hey, Backers!🍄
The Backerkit pledge manager is almost done! First we'll send out a so-called 'smoke test', in which 5% of you will receive the survey with some questions and the ability to add your address and pay for shipping. When this test goes well, the pledge manager surveys will be sent out to the rest of you!
It's crucial that you complete this survey promptly, as it allows us to finalize production and shipping plans. Through the survey, you’ll be able to:
- Confirm the choices you made when backing the campaign
- Provide or update your shipping information
Local Pickup: In the pledge manager we do offer a local pickup option in the Netherlands: Spellenspektakel (Utrecht) and Moxcon (Alkmaar). We are still working on some locations where the game can be picked up once it is ready in 2025. We will inform you about those options once we know more. When you want to make use of the Local Pickup option, please change your country to 'Local Pickup' in the section where you have to give us your address.
Test prints for production!
We’ve been work hard getting everything ready for production. We’re excited to share that the first test prints of the gnomes have been completed, and they’re on their way to the Netherlands as we speak! I can’t wait to finally hold them in my hands.✨
In addition, we're working on the design of the inlay tray. With so many cards and punch boards in the game, we need to make sure everything fits perfectly and stays in place during storage. We're collaborating closely with the factory to find the best solution to keep your components organized and secure.🍄
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
Thanks for your support!🍄 ❤️
– Marinde
Team Gnome Village
❤️Thankyou for your support!❤️
2 months ago
– Thu, Sep 12, 2024 at 02:51:40 AM
🍄 Dear Amazing Backers, 🍄
Wow! We are absolutely blown away by your incredible support. Thanks to each and every one of you, our Kickstarter campaign has not only succeeded but has gone far beyond our expectations
Though we haven’t officially hit the stretch goal just yet, we’re so excited about the cold effect coins as punchboard pieces that we’ve decided to include them anyway! ✨ Your enthusiasm fuels our commitment to delivering the best possible version of this game, and we can't wait to share it with you.
We are deeply grateful for your continued support and are dedicated to keeping you updated every step of the way as we bring this dream to life. This project wouldn't be possible without you, and we’re thrilled to have you with us on this journey! 🎉
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this dream a reality. ❤️
With endless gratitude,
Marinde
Team Gnome Village
🎉THANK YOU!!!🎉
2 months ago
– Tue, Sep 10, 2024 at 06:04:49 AM
We are immensely grateful for your incredible support, which has not only helped us successfully fund Gnome Village, but blow way past our original goal with €12103! 🍄 🎉
Your enthusiasm has helped us unlock our stretch goal, which includes the addition of our exciting printed Gnomes for the expansion! 🥳
We are thrilled to kick off production and look forward to getting your copy into your hands as soon as possible. Let’s get this started!
Additionally, we’d like to provide you with a more detailed update on what to expect in both the short and long term.
Post-Campaign Pledge Manager Surveys 🍄
In the upcoming weeks, you will receive surveys from Backerkit. These surveys will enable you to:
- Confirm your choices made during the campaign
- Select any extras and add-ons
- Verify your shipping information
To help us stay on schedule with production and shipping, please complete these surveys promptly.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Warm regards,
Marinde
Team Gnome Village
🍄🌟 ONLY 48 HOURS LEFT! 🌟🍄
2 months ago
– Sun, Sep 08, 2024 at 12:59:20 PM
We can hardly believe we’re in the final hours of our incredible journey! A heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you for helping turn our dream into reality! 🍄
In just 28 days, we’ve raised an amazing €11,683 from 287 backers—an incredible 233% of our goal!
With only 48 hours remaining, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your pledge tier or add any exciting add-ons to your support!
Over the past week, we’ve been hard at work refining the rulebook and enhancing the artistry of our game. 📖🎨 A special shoutout to our talented illustrator, Jason Gamber, for his outstanding work on the lady gnome and improvements to the tiles. ✨
Final Stretch Goals!
Here’s what we’ve recently unlocked:
And now, we’re excited to reveal our ultimate stretch goal that we’re striving to achieve:
We’re in the final stages of preparing the game for print and will soon send it to the manufacturer. They will provide a test copy to ensure everything meets our high standards before we move into full production!
Once again, thank you for your amazing support! We are truly grateful and can’t wait to get this game into your hands! 🍄
With appreciation,
Marinde
Team Gnome Village
