The Timeless Caverns

$1 Tier Fulfilled & Updates from the Studios
9 months ago – Sun, May 12, 2024 at 01:06:53 PM

Greetings, Dear Backers!

The Timeless Caverns B&W Maps underwent a little enhancement and just went out. You should have received an email from my Gmail and/or Sagaverse email accounts with links to access them. The B&W maps were done in OSR style and sent to everyone who backed us for at least a dollar. They both have a gridded and gridless version. Thank you all again for your support!

Project Fulfillment Updates:

I lost a week of time due to diverticulitis, but I am back in action now. The funds from Kickstarter should roll in any day now so we can order our new equipment, begin printing the books, and pack the minis. Unfortunately, our trip to NTRPG Con will be canceled, but the silver lining is we will have time to finish this project ahead of schedule. 

We will move to Backerkit for the fulfillment stage; you should receive surveys this week. Thanks to you, we will be printing our own runs of books from now on, and as an additional thank you, I will make Curse of the Chupacabra copies available as an add-on for half price (~20$). Our premier 300-page epic adventure for OSE and 5e is 5-star rated on DTRPG. 

What's up next at Sagaverse Studios:

While Matheus and I have been working on Timeless Caverns, the rest of the Sagaverse Team has been writing and preparing for our next endeavor, COMIC BOOKS! We will participate in Backerkits' Comictopia Promotion in July and print our own books. These stories will span eras and be a harbinger for our flagship RPG coming this winter. The comics will continue as a series and enhance our games by introducing NPCs and lore and exploring the settings. More art will soon be coming to the teaser page below!

Curse of the Chupacabra 2.0:

Since we published Chupy, we've gained a few levels. The maps have been enhanced and rebranded. The miniatures all have bases pre-attached, have structural enhancements, and a few have been completely redesigned. Anyone who backed the Curse of the Chupacabra project will have access to the updated accessories, our own first-run printing at cost, and our Timeless backers at 50% off. More details to come. 

Thanks again for supporting this project; it will prove a worthy venture for us all beyond this glorious Boxed Set with the impending new equipment. The next Update should be in about a week, when it all arrives.

Be Great!

DM Juggy

100% Funding in the 11th Hour!
9 months ago – Sat, Apr 27, 2024 at 09:42:21 AM

Dear Backers,

What a night! I was watching the seconds tick down. We escaped the dungeon with 1 HP left and no more spells, but we had victory in the end! Although I learned a lot, I gave myself a C- on managing this project. Kickstarting a Boxed Game is different than doing an adventure book with some cool supplements, a different market, and a much higher margin, a tougher sell. Lessons learned: trust that I will use them to improve as we move forward.

To thank you all for your support, I have decided to fund the first Stretch Goal myself. The miniature set will include the Xeg-Yi and Xag-Ya, bringing the total number of miniatures to 114. 

With victory comes the spoils, which for us means our own fully capable print shop dedicated to RPGs: hard and softcover books, glue& staple binding, and a large vacuform machine for bubble packaging. The lessons we learned from Curse of the Chupacabra will speed up the delivery of this project. Many miniatures have already been printed, which is the slowest part of doing these. I plan to share video updates of our Warehouse Studio as I migrate all the equipment over the next month. The digital rewards will be released in about 2 weeks, and the physical will begin shipping in June. 

I wanted to take a moment to thank my team, Miky, Steve, and John, and an extra big thanks to this guy: 

Matheus worked extra overtime on this project, and his models reflect that. He is a great guy to work with who continues to improve his process and skills. 

Up Next: This week, my notes on lessons learned, Sagaverse Studios release updates, and Project Fulfillment updates. 

I hope you all have a great rest of your weekend; thank you again for your support!

-DM Juggy

We Did It Together! Thank You + Sneak Peek at Our First Stretch Goal!
9 months ago – Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 05:44:11 PM

Dear Timeless Champions,

THANK YOU!

As the final hours of our Kickstarter campaign dwindle, we are thrilled to announce that, thanks to your astonishing support, we've not only met our funding goal but surpassed it with grace and vigor!! With less than two hours to go, we stand on the threshold of making Timeless Caverns even more legendary.

Your enthusiasm, pledges, and shares have been the lifeline of this campaign. Because of you, our dream is now a burgeoning reality, set to bring countless hours of adventure and storytelling to tables worldwide.

But the adventure doesn't end here! With our funding milestone achieved, we're excited to unveil our first stretch goal at $12,500—the addition of two new exclusive models, the Xeg-Yi and Xag-Ya. These models, steeped in mystique and fantasy, promise to add new depths and challenges to your Timeless Caverns experience.

The Xeg-Yi, an entity of pure negative energy, and the Xag-Ya, its positive equivalent, are designed to captivate and challenge adventurers equally. Crafted with the intricate detail and commitment to quality our backers deserve, these exclusive models will only be available through this Kickstarter campaign.

We're so close to unlocking these treasures. Your continued support in these final moments can turn another dream into reality. Share the campaign, talk about it, and consider adjusting your pledge if you can—we're on the verge of unlocking something truly special.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for believing in Timeless Caverns. Here's to Timeless Caverns and our generous backers!

Yours in endless adventure,

DM Juggy and the Timeless Caverns Team

P.S. Stay tuned for updates post-campaign. We can't wait to start the next chapter with you.

Final 10 Hour Countdown- Other Kickstarter Adventures!
9 months ago – Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 09:13:42 AM

Dear Adventurers, 

I am confident we will reach our goal as we count down to the final few hours!  

In the spirit of community and shared dreams, we're excited to share a few other incredible Kickstarter campaigns that are catching eyes and hearts. 

MAPS FOR FANTASY RPGs 9—Royalty-Free ISOMETRIC Maps

Our favorite Cartographer, The Laidback DM, has launched his latest venture! These map bundles are a DM's delight. I used them myself for a long time and enjoyed them so much that I partnered up with LBDM as our Sagaverse Cartographer. They are worth every cent, and you can use them commercially on your own projects!!

Check out this project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/laidbackdm/maps-for-fantasy-rpgs-9-royalty-free-isometric-maps

INTRODUCING: Loot The Monster! - A Project that Grows with Every Backer

Hello everyone! I'm Ada—a philosopher, historian, and an avid fan of role-playing games. I'm on a journey to find my niche in the world. 🌍

Have you ever been bummed out when you defeat a drow in your first encounter and their spectacular weapons turn into mere mundane items upon their death? It certainly frustrates me. 😞 To tackle this, I've created "Loot the Monster!"—a comprehensive guide filled with items and magical treasures that your foes might carry. 📖✨

Here’s what I've put together: a collection of 1,000 carefully themed items, including 100 magical treasures, spread across a 120-page book. 📚 I've organized these into 15 broad categories based on creature types, each with a D10 table for random selection. Additionally, I picked out 85 specific creatures and crafted a D10 table for each, where a roll of 10 always yields a magical item. The other items? They're common enough but come with their own quirks: each has a specific utility, a difficulty level to uncover that utility, and a set market value. 🔮

I'm also excited to share that I've designed a deck of cards featuring the 100 magical items, available through DriveThruCards, and the physical book will be fulfilled via DriveThruRPG. Being a seasoned Roll20 user, I’m taking advantage of the synergy between DriveThruRPG and Roll20 to also offer this as VTT material as part of the campaign. 🎲🖥️

Inspired by my friend Alma, who had great success and recommended it highly, I’m adopting her stretch goal approach: for every supporter, I’ll create a new item, keeping a steady 10% of them magical, complete with their own cards, to be included in the book, the VTT, and the card deck. 🌟

I’m thrilled about this project and sincerely hope you'll consider supporting "Loot the Monster!" ❤️

Discover Loot the Monster here!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/adagames/loot-the-monster?ref=user_menu


This is the home stretch, dear friends. Fuelled by your support and passion, we can join together to enter the annals of gaming history.

Thank you, from all corners of our hearts, for believing in the magic of Timeless Caverns.

DM Juggy

Final Hours Alert: Timeless Caverns - The Dracolisk Unveiled!
9 months ago – Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 04:21:44 AM

This is It, Adventurers - Our Last Day to Make History Together!

Dear Valiant Backers,

As the sands of time trickle down, our Timeless Caverns Kickstarter campaign is on the brink of making history, but only with your unmatched support. We're moving towards our funding goal, with mere hours left to join this legendary quest!

Today, we're thrilled to reveal a late addition to our trove of treasures—the Dracolisk. This highly detailed model is the stuff of nightmares. This terrifying black dragon/basilisk hybrid is one of the deadliest creatures in DnD, and it gets so little love. Matheus crafted this with meticulous attention to the anatomies of both creatures (living and imaginary), our Dracolisk is a masterpiece that symbolizes the quality and passion poured into every aspect of the Timeless Caverns.

We are also excited to share a brand-new piece of art from the incredibly talented Miky Arango. This stunning artwork captures a heart-pounding moment as our heroes valiantly battle against a relentless flock of stirges. We will use this for the Heroes & Horrors Cardbacks. 

Your Last Chance to Join Us!

We cannot stress enough how every contribution, share, and word of encouragement propels us closer to our goal. If you've been waiting, now is the time to leap into action and secure your part in the Timeless Caverns saga.

• Pledge: The Dracolisk model is one of our best, adding tremendous value to our miniature pack!
• Share: With just hours left, your voice can be the one that summons the final wave of heroes.
• Engage: Every comment, like, and share on social media lights the beacon for fellow adventurers.

This is the home stretch, dear friends. Fuelled by your support and passion, we can join together to enter the annals of gaming history.

Thank you, from all corners of our hearts, for believing in the magic of Timeless Caverns.

DM Juggy