You've been getting an email here and there about filling our surveys and locking orders in, but also, since we're close to the first digital round going out, I wanted to touch base and let you know what's going on right now for the immediate timing and show a couple features/design choices with the PDFs you'll be getting soon.
First, all filled out surveys will lock tomorrow, and then I'll be submitting card charges for any add-ons or pre-order store purchases shortly after to make sure we're ready to go into digital release.
Second, what I'm working on right now is making sure the digital format is set to go and then updating the itchio pages so I can send you codes.
This means, I'm adding links to all the "go to page" prompts so, if you're using the PDF, you can click on it, and it will take you right to the page without you having to search (like in the image here):
I'm also creating an instruction document that tells you how to print physical copies so you end up with two side-by-side page like this:
Or one full page like this:
I'm also making new title card images for each story (like these):
And am updating the itchio page text + adding screenshots from the new versions of the game (like this):
For each book, it's like a 12 step process to update everything, and it does take some time, so, this means you may start to see updated itchio pages a few days before I send everyone their codes for digital downloads just because I won't be able to to ALL the page updates on the same day of distribution. If you see Hans Gets Hangry pop up with a new version on itchio today, it's just me getting ready for distribution, and you haven't missed getting your download key.
Other than that, I have a new Dev Log out that goes into some more detail about StoryGuider and its detail schedule, which you can find here:
We’re gathering the Crew to help us pick our next big project. Three paths are on the drawing board, and each one has its own kind of magic. Cast your vote, share your thoughts, and help us steer the ship.
No pressure—just a fun little studio huddle with friends.
With countless weeks spent in the Rude Dude home finalizing the Studio Preview Edition of Nexus, we’ve been scrambling to figure out what we can offer for holiday sales. (A bit last minute, we know) On top of offering a bundle for families of troops, we’ve squished it down to 4 options.
We would love to hear your feedback on what you’d like to see. (Of course if you have anything else in mind, we’d love to hear it!)
We're just 90 minutes away from the end of the campaign and are so excited to be bringing this project to life. Thanks to everyone for making this our largest comic campaign ever!
We're only about $600 away from our next stretch goal PLUS Suncrest is currently sitting at 81% of our engagement points to get everyone who backs a Suncrest project a freebie digital zine.
If you have anyone that you know would love Bound by Words or any of the other projects in Printopia let them know! As long as the backer train is moving the campaign will stay live in overtime mode!
While we're hard at work on Bound by Words, we also have a few other comics in the pipeline. We've dropped a poll below, let us know what sounds the most interesting.
(All the projects below are in development. These are working titles)
Comic #1: Phantom of the Space Opera - (Sci-Fi Sapphic Romance)
After the last war ended, a decommissioned battle station was turned into an opera house as a gesture of peace for the galaxy. But the deadly AI still haunts the ramparts behind the stage causing trouble for the new owners -- the wealthy elite of a crime syndicate. Christine will need all the wits, skill, and vocal talent she has to infiltrate the opera house, take down the syndicate, and become the opera's new leading lady.
Comic #2: Red Beer Inn (Fantasy Adventure/Gay Romance)
Dunstan, a good-hearted but down-on-his luck dwarf and Hank, a cynical ex-cleric orc, couldn't be more different. But when they discover an abandoned baby human girl, they resolve to raise her together. Hijinks ensue as they try to live a life of adventure before settling down to run a tavern. But their pasts are never too far behind them. Will their love be strong enough to overcome it all?
Comic #3: La Navaja (Crime Drama/Sapphic Romance)
In New York City, a powerful crime boss known as La Navaja (The Knife) ruthlessly protects her community by keeping the gangs there in check. When external forces draw her into conflict with the Mafia, she must join forces with a policewoman to keep her family safe and to root out corruption in the city.
Lumpia Mangga interior artist RAF SALAZAR
Meet RAF SALAZAR, the artist who will be bringing the world of LUMPIA MANGGA to life on page. See his beautiful work on TCNY's THE REALEST BAYANI below.
Just HOURS left for LUMPIA MANGGA #1 - Filipino American Sci-Fi Comic Book!
LAST CALL to join the future of the LUMPIA Deep Fried Universe. Thanks to our current backers, a $25+ pledge gets you TWO bonus enamel pins!
Pledge now to get it before time runs out today 9/29/25 at 1pm PDT.
-If you are a returning backer that has supported any of our past crowdfunding campaigns (LUMPIA 2 film, spin-off comic books, The Ones and Twos, Lineage), your $25+ pledge will earn you a bonus LUMPIA MANGGA Returning Backer Sticker Sheet.
