It's a mini filled Friday!
almost 6 years ago
– Sat, Jul 07, 2018 at 01:28:10 AM
Hello fellow Cows!
We got our prototype set of minis from the manufacturer and we think they look great! These are what they will use as the basis to cut the steel for mass production. While the prototypes are cast in resin (because that is faster to do and allows for minor changes before the steel is cut), Derek has assured us that once they are cast in the hard PVC there will be less than a 5% loss in detail from these versions.
BEHOLD! one step closer! :)
Escapees:
Enemy Commanders:
Allies:
Group photo! Blurry is taller. ;)
We have also since received (and approved) the press proofs for the 2-in-1 expansion and they are cutting steel for the custom dice! We really couldn't be happier so far with the care, concern, and communication we have had with Derek and Eastar. Even though we are a smaller print run for them, they have treated us and our project as if we are just as big as some of their other clients. That means a lot! :)
Until next week, have a fantastic weekend! MOOOOOOO!! :D
Press Proof Wednesday!
almost 6 years ago
– Thu, Jun 28, 2018 at 12:59:28 AM
Greetings Cow Army!
First, we want to remind everyone we will be closing out the surveys and charging out cards on July 1st. If you have not done so yet, please take a moment to finish entering your information so we can get you your game. If you need a little more time, please send us a message and we will work with your schedule as best we can. :)
Now onto the fun part! Yes, the cards below are intentionally low res. While you have seen a bunch of the cards, we wanted to leave you with some surprises. You do get to see just how many cards there are though!
Punch board fun!
Making the last few edits to the rule books!
Next steps will be printing out the color prototypes and initial minis for approval. We can't wait!!
Until next week! Have a MOOO-tastic day!
Team Cow,
Donna, Weller, and Craig
Closing down the surveys July 1st and other assorted updates!
almost 6 years ago
– Sat, Jun 16, 2018 at 12:48:56 AM
Happy Friday, Cow Army!!
We wanted to let everyone know we will be locking down the surveys and charging cards July 1st. As we have said in the past, if anyone wants their orders closed out sooner or if you need a little more time, please send us a message and we will work with you. For anyone who had an error in their KS processing we will be sending out one last reminder email to you and the Backerkit link where you can make your adjustments. The pre-order link will stay active a little bit longer but that will be ending soon too.
Next up is a little manufacturing update. All the core game and 2-in1 expansion files are at the manufacturer and the next step of white box samples has begun. As soon as we get images to share we will! Die mold creation will be starting soon for the minis and the custom dice. The last few edits to the rule books are being done and they will be sent off early next week. Another week closer!
And yes, Hattori’s swords are now pointing in the right direction! Thanks to Andrea for catching that and to our sculptor Raul for a quick turn around on making the adjustment!
Lastly, we will be at San Diego Comic Con July 19th – 22nd in the board game area. If you are attending the convention, stop by and see us! Take a break from long lines and play a little EFD!
Have a wonderful weekend everyone and we will see you for another update next week!
MOOOO!
First Pre-Production Photos of Minis!
almost 6 years ago
– Sat, Jun 09, 2018 at 12:30:15 AM
Hello Cow Army!!! Sorry for going silent on you all for a bit, but we've been extremely busy working to get you your copies of EFD! We were waiting to do another update until we had something meaty to show you, and we hope you won't be disappointed.
Late last night we received some photos from the factory of the minis. The photos show the red wax sculpts of the minis, which is what they will use to create the steel molds for mass production. They are a very accurate representation of what the final minis will look like. We all feel a bit like Dr. Frankenstein right now, with this creature we built coming to life! Take a look!
We had a little trouble deciding exactly what was going to make the cut for the expansions, so we're giving you some extra loot and encounter cards, a second boss, the Tall Grey Commander, and some new mechanics to keep seasoned players on their toes! These expansions will definitely be a challenge!
We're extremely happy with how everything is going. We're right on schedule!
Thank you all for your support of this project. We could not have done this without you, and we're working hard to make sure we deliver a great quality game!
We'll be putting out another update next week regarding when we will be closing out your surveys on Backerkit. This will be an important one, so keep your eyes peeled.
Until then, remember, the Cow loves you!
More Minis for Moooo-ther's Day!
almost 6 years ago
– Mon, May 14, 2018 at 02:11:11 AM
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there! Without you, none of us would be here!
We've got the final designs for the last three minis and wanted to share. Check out the Grey Alien Commander, Robot Commander and the terrifying Mutant Commander! Our lead sculptor, Raul Tavares, knocks it out of the park again!
As of this point, all of the files for the minis have been turned over to the factory and Raul has already completed one round of very minor revisions. We have a few minor things we are still addressing, like a detail or two on Kaltar and Reb, as you can see below.
We've also turned over all of the punchboard sheets, and the engraving files for all of the custom dice. Punchboard sheets, minis and dice all have the longest lead times, so that's why we prioritized those first.
All of the loot cards, enemy and enemy commander cards, and file folders have been updated a bit and are ready to turn over. We're going through all of the encounter cards with a fine tooth comb and will have them finished within the next day or 2. This leaves us with a few odds and ends, like updating the back of the box, ally cards, and quick reference cards.
The biggest thing we have yet to tackle is updating the instruction manual. We've got a ton of notes, and will hopefully have this where it needs to be within the next week.
We've been dual pathing the Expansion adventures as well, and are working to finalize the board art and illustrations for the various loot cards. We have a little more time to complete the work on these, as the factory will complete production of the base game before they start on the Expansions.
"What does this all mean?" you ask. It means we're a little ahead of schedule at this point, which is great! The sooner we get the production line rolling the sooner you'll all get your games.
Thank you for all of your support, and if you haven't completed your Backerkit survey yet, please try to get it done in the next couple of weeks. We'll be sending out a notice with the cut off date at least one week before we close it out.
Now, go out and enjoy the rest of your day!
