A folk horror roleplaying game set within Solemn Vale, an isolated town in Southwest England.
For more information on the game and the products on offer, check out the Kickstarter page linked below.
Solemn Vale Kickstarter
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Latest Updates from Our Project:
Solemn Vale Project Update - 2022 wk 8
over 2 years ago
โ Tue, Mar 01, 2022 at 10:00:50 AM
Hi folks,
Hope everyone is doing well with all the crazy that's going on in the world. My thoughts go out to those in Ukraine having to fend off this mad invasion.
Project Update
The last few months have been pretty tough as I've been dealing with some recurring mental health issues that unfortunately put me out of action for quite a while. This put me further behind than I would like but things are back on track and moving forward again with gusto. I know it's not ideal but it's the reality of the situation and I really do prefer transparency.ย
A couple of points
Timelines - The current expectation for having the digital version out to backers will be May-2022. If it happens to be sooner then the PDF will go out sooner.
BackerKit - I'll be opening BackerKit and surveys once I have the final PDF out to backers. At this point Iโd prefer folks can see the book is finished before sending those links out.
Wyrd Rules - I will be releasing the fully laid out rules chapter and a free story module with next week's update. Folks will be able to see whatโs in store for the final product and maybe even try things out.
Updates - I'll be aiming to get regular updates back on track and going out every two weeks to ensure folks are kept in the loop.
I know talk of delays is super frustrating but we'll get there... just a little later then expected.
The support is truly appreciated and I can't wait to get this fabulous game out to you all.ย
Thanks and regards,
Mark
Solemn Vale Project Update - 2022 wk 2
almost 3 years ago
โ Mon, Jan 17, 2022 at 10:20:09 PM
Hi Folks,
As we stride into the new year we're on the home stretch to getting Solemn Vale finished up. ย At this point it's mostly all about getting the remainder of the artwork finished. ย We're getting there, slowly but surely. ย With that in mind, today's update includes two spreads from the magic section of the Wyrd Abacus rules chapter detailing the use of Wards and Spells.
We'll continue with the regular updates though information will be pretty minimal as we push to get the book finished and out to backers.
Important things like BackerKit survey, finalizing address etc have not yet been sent/requested so no need to worry on that. ย We'll have plenty of reminders once those things are set to go.
Solemn Vale Project Update - 2021 wk 49
almost 3 years ago
โ Mon, Dec 13, 2021 at 10:54:43 AM
Hi Folks,
Quick update to keep folks in the loop. ย Some setbacks in November meant I didn't get through as much of the final artwork for Solemn Vale as I wanted to. ย That said, I'm back on track and pushing through the final pieces. ย We've had lots of nice feedback on the ashcan version of the PDF and I'm putting in the changes based on the final editing pass. ย ย If interested in reading the ashcan version, let me know via a KS message.
With that, I want to wish everyone happy holidays and I'll see you all in the next update.
KS Survey - Digital Rewards
about 3 years ago
โ Fri, Nov 19, 2021 at 10:38:53 PM
Hi Folks,
We are still waiting to send out BackerKit surveys but we want to ensure we capture everyone's digital distribution method, DriveThruRPG or itch.io. ย For this, we'll be using the KS reward survey. ย Again, this is not the final survey so no one has missed out on the BackerKit etc.
We'll reiterate the same question when the BackerKit survey goes out so if you prefer to wait till then, also not a problem.
We are a little bit behind on hitting the end-Nov digital delivery date but we are close. ย We'll provide more details during the next update.
Solemn Vale Project Update - 2021 wk 44
about 3 years ago
โ Mon, Nov 08, 2021 at 09:39:27 PM
Hi Folks,
The ashcan version of Solemn Vale is ready and off for the final editing pass. ย The ashcan, in this instance, is the fully laid out book minus the graphic design and art. ย We've got a lot of artwork done for the project and we're hard at work on the remaining assets. ย With that in mind, we're looking for some backers who might be interested in reading through the book in this ashcan format. ย If you would be interested in reading through this version of the text send me a DM on Kickstarter with your preferred email. ย We may limit the amount depending on interest.
General update
November is turning into a slightly busier month that we were expected. ย With that in mind we are holding off on the Summer of Strange launch. ย Stay tuned for more details.
BackerKit Survey: Has not yet been sent out. ย Still evaluating best time to send out the surveys but as of yet, they have not been sent FYI
Delivery Addresses: We've still got quite a bit to get done. ย Addresses will be collected in due course. ย We'll send plenty of reminders. ย The request has not yet been sent.
The Wyrd Virtual Tabletop: We're current designing and implementing a virtual tabletop to play Wyrd based games such as Solemn Vale and the Summer of Strange.
Round two of The Sigma Syndrome playtesting has started up. ย If you would like to participate, DM here on KS or send an email to [email protected]
