Funds Recieved!
over 7 years ago
– Mon, Aug 21, 2017 at 02:44:20 PM
Hey Gang,
Quick update today. We officially got our Kickstarter funds this morning, so we will be putting in our print orders very soon. In addition, digital versions of the book will be going out in the near future.
One thing though, can everyone please fill out their surveys? There's still about 40 of you that have not filled them out. Other than that, we are moving right along.
That's it. Everybody have a great week!
Best,
Andrew
Surveys Sent
over 7 years ago
– Mon, Aug 14, 2017 at 11:11:48 PM
Hey Gang,
So you should have all received an email with your Backerkit surveys. Fill those out, and we'll get all our final orders locked down for when the funds clear.
One quick reminder, and I stated this in the campaign already, but the whiskey/pint glass set is not available for international shipping unfortunately. I would love to send these to all interested parties, but the glass traveling at those long distances is asking for trouble.
I also wanted to state that we are going to be starting a newsletter giving behind the scenes insights similar to the process updates we did during this campaign. We will also be highlighting our interests and influences of the month, along with news and art from current and upcoming projects.
As a special incentive for those that sign up, we will be posting the Rum Row adventure strip in the newsletter for those not reading Savage Dragon. (Which I forgot to mention last update, will start in issue #226 scheduled for an 8/30 release). You can do this by answering the question in the survey.
Alright, that's all for now. If you have any questions regarding your surveys, feel free to reach out to myself or the staff of Backerkit. Thanks again!
Best,
Andrew
Reward Surveys & Big News!
over 7 years ago
– Sat, Aug 12, 2017 at 11:07:56 PM
Hey Gang,
I wanted to check in with everybody. We are still waiting on the funds to be transferred over, but we will be sending out your reward surveys soon. As I mentioned during the campaign, we will be using BackerKit this time around to help organize pledges, provide add-ons, and pre-orders. Those of you that already manually upped your pledge and messaged me regarding add-ons, you're covered. I have you recorded already.
Soon, you’ll receive an email from us with a special link to your BackerKit survey. It’s important to respond to your survey as quickly as you can since we need this information to fulfill your rewards.
You don’t need to create a BackerKit account to fill out your survey. When you receive the email with the survey, click the survey link to respond. Answer the questions about your reward preferences, provide shipping information, and purchase add-on items if you like. You don’t have access to this survey link yet, but it will be coming soon via email!
After you respond to your survey, you can go back later and change your responses at any time before we close the surveys and get our final counts.
If you need to review your information or pledge status, you can return to your survey by clicking the link in your survey email or requesting your survey link under "Lost your survey?" on our BackerKit project page at https://rum-row-1-2.backerkit.com.
If you used your Facebook to log in to your Kickstarter account, the BackerKit survey is sent to the email address you use for your Facebook account. If you have another email address that you prefer to use, please contact support at https://rum-row-1-2.backerkit.com./faq.
Alright enough with the surveys, onto the big news! I was waiting for the issue to be going to print, and I just got an email last night that the strip is in the digital proof, so we're good to go. We will be debuting our mini strip in the "Funnies" section in the back of Erik Larsen's Savage Dragon published by Image!
As I mentioned in an earlier update, it will be a four part old-timey adventure strip like you might've see in an old newspaper from the 30s. Starring this guy:
The story follows Take Away, a 13 year-old aerial taxi cab driver, as he leads a group of newspaper reporters on a tour of the Row. Let me tell you, shenanigans ensue. So if you read Savage Dragon, let us know what you think!
That's all for now. Surveys should be coming out soon in your inboxes. I will send out another update when they go live. Thanks again for making this project a reality. We can't wait for you all to read it!
Best,
Andrew
Thank You!
over 7 years ago
– Sat, Aug 05, 2017 at 01:27:15 AM
Wow. You guys are...
I had to completely rewrite my update, since we got funded as I was in the middle of creating it!
Despite this being my closest campaign to date, never have I felt more support. The constant sharing, kind messages, comments, and enthusiasm for this project has been a huge encouragement to both Michele and myself. We garnered more press, more backers, and more unsolicited shout outs from fellow creators than any project either of us have been a part of before. It's moments like this that make me proud to be a part of such an awesome and tight nit community.
Making indie comics can be a humbling experience. This was my third Kickstarter project, after two very successful campaigns. We really came down to the wire on this one. But the entire time, you were all there fighting for us, and fighting for this project to come to fruition. That shows passion and faith in our idea, which means the world to us.
Also, since we are officially 100% funded, we have unlocked our final milestone goal comic: Captain Ultimate by Joey Esposito, Benjamin Bailey, and Boy Ackerman. You can download this comic, and all other milestone goals here.
I hope you guys enjoy these bonus comics, because you more than earned them.
Thanks again for everything. I will check back in with all of you in two weeks when the funds come through, and surveys will be sent out. Don't hesitate to message me if you have any questions.
Best,
Andrew
Another Milestone Unlocked!
over 7 years ago
– Fri, Aug 04, 2017 at 09:28:06 PM
Hey Gang,
With just 11 hours to go, we are so close to being funded at 81%! Thank you to everyone who has gone above and beyond to try and make this project a reality. I still think we can pull it off!
More importantly though, we unlocked another milestone goal at 75% funded. That means another great comic for you to download and read for free. This goal brings us Armor I, by another great creative team: Marcel Dupree and Carlos Trigo. Marcel is a prolific and talented indie creator that some of you may have recognized from his successful Kickstarter Delilah Blast.
Earth invasions, powerful armor, and plenty of sci-fi goodness for you to absorb. Check this book out, and the previous milestone goal comics here.
In the meantime, I've been staying busy, trying to keep my mind occupied in these final hours. I wandered over to Copenhagen's local comic shop (or should I say shops), and let me tell you, they did not disappoint.
This place is incredible. So many beautiful hardcover albums. Plenty of great toys and paraphernalia as well.
It was full of amazing and beautiful looking books. Most of them weren't in English, but I splurged on a few just because they were too cool looking to pass up.
If you're ever in this city, definitely stop by. Even if you're just window shopping. I had a great time.
Lastly, I got a handful of messages regarding add-ons. The plan was to do those through the service Backerkit, which takes place after the campaign. But based on the current situation, if you are interested in additional items, you can add them to your pledge. Although make sure to please message me, so I can record it on my end. I don't want anyone to feel obligated. MANY of you have already upped your pledges which is above and beyond what is expected. This is mainly to answer questions I received in recent days. Here is the item breakdown:
That's all for now. By the morning, we'll know if this mad cap adventure takes off or not. Thank you so much for giving us a chance, and going on this journey with us. I've learned a lot, and you have all been fantastic.
Best,
Andrew
