We're moving way faster than we expected with this game, and the momentum has been incredible! We're so excited to keep refining and expanding the world of Erwick.
Over the last 2 weeks of playtesting Ash has written and sent out 20 versions of the Alpha so it has now moved the game officially into Beta with all new layout to better depict how the final book will look internally! This brings us one step closer to a final version.
All the Core Rulebook based stretch goals have also been completed which is huge for the game and means the timeline Ash had in mind for Core is speeding along.
🎨 Two New Classes - The Gunslinger & The Sage
Ash has also added two brand new classes to Legends of Akeroth as a thank you to everyone’s support:
⚔️ The Gunslinger - Precision, powder, and pure skill. The Gunslinger brings firearms and tactical expertise to the battlefield.
📖 The Sage - Knowledge is power. The Sage masters arcane secrets through the art of tarot.
Artwork for these classes is still in progress, but we wanted to give you an early look at the sketches:
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Full OST Release
In other exciting news, the full soundtrack for Legends of Akeroth is now available on YouTube! You can find it here:
We hope these tracks can accompany you on all of your greatest adventures!
What's Next?
Beta testing continues, and we're closing in on a full release. Thank you for your support and feedback as we bring Legends of Akeroth to life.
Wow, that was a crazy ending to the campaign!! We went into overtime for a good while and here is what we managed to achieve as a community:
Over £204k/$272k Raised
1500+ Backers
Overtime Train of 30 hours 40 Mins!
27 Goals Unlocked
It was the best thing to witness and I want to give a personal thank you to all of you. Your passion for Legends of Akeroth has been outstanding and I cannot believe we went for over 30 hours into overtime!!
Swoose Train sketch by Jan
A Small Thank You
This isn't the suprise (You can keep scrolling for that) but we wanted to show something we planned on but never got round to doing but who knows??
What's Next?
We are going to be taking a small break as a team but this just means we're slowing down on big tasks as we still have tons of work to do! However.... Be sure to scroll down to see a suprise for all of you!
If you comment on this post you get 200 XP!!
Beastmaster Sketch by Jan
From everyone here, thank you for an amazing campaign and we still see you very soon!!
This is beyond anything we imagined when we launched this campaign. We are truly so grateful to have a community that's pushed this project to such extraordinary heights.
And with that milestone, we've unlocked something that bridges two worlds:
The Dragons of Batesian Come to Legends of Akeroth 🐉
The Astral dragon, the Aura dragon, the Mirror dragons, the Moon dragon, the Pyre dragon, the Shard dragon, the Storm dragon and the Sun Dragon, are now officially part of Legends of Akeroth.
This is a brand new story expansion, in which the 8 dragons of Batesian have created their lairs within the kingdom of Erwick. Now, your hero can battle their way through each dragon’s unique dungeon, to unlock unique loot and unlock the secret 9th dragon’s lair.
This digital crossover is now yours, included for every backer, regardless of your tier. Physical copies will also be available as an add-on.
Thank you for making this interconnected universe possible!
Fields of Erwick Is Unlocked! 🌾
And because you sustained 24 hours of overtime, we've also unlocked Fields of Erwick - the cosy, standalone solo RPG zine!
Fields of Erwick is your peaceful escape into farming, ranching, and fishing in the kingdom of Erwick. No combat. No quests. Just the quiet satisfaction of tending your land and watching it flourish.
This is a standalone zine, which means you don't need the Core Rulebook to play it - though it is set in the same world. It's a complete experience on its own, perfect for cosy game lovers or people who just want to try something new!
The digital PDF will be available to all backers, regardless of your pledge tier! Artisan Edition and Collector's Edition backers will receive a printed copy for FREE, and all other backers can get a physical copy as an add-on!
36 Hours = Printed Sticker & Map Set 🗺️
We're not stopping yet. The next overtime milestone is 36 hours, and when we reach it, we're unlocking: The Printed Sticker & Map Set.
This is a physical set of reusable stickers and maps featuring pixel art assets from Legends of Akeroth. Use them to build your own camp, design your own farm, create your home base, or lay out your party's encampment on the map.
What's Included: 🗺️ Reusable Map Sheet - A blank terrain map in pixel art style 🏕️ Pixel Art Sticker Sheets - Buildings, crops, animals, tents, campfires, fences, pathways, and more ✨ Mix and Match - Build your camp, farm, or base however you want
It's tactile, creative, and perfect for players who love customizing their experience.
Included in All Physical Rulebook Pledges
When we unlock the Sticker & Map Set at 36 hours, it will be automatically included in every pledge that contains a physical rulebook.
No additional cost. Just a beautiful, creative addition to your Legends of Akeroth experience.
How to Keep Overtime Alive
We've sustained 24 hours. Now let's push for 36!
✅ Add items to your pledge - Melody Coins, Swoovik's Revenge, Fields of Erwick physical copies ✅ Upgrade your tier - Move up to a physical rulebook tier to receive the Sticker & Map Set ✅ Share the campaign - Tell friends about Fields of Erwick and the Sticker Set ✅ Spread the word on social media - Help us sustain momentum
Every action counts. Every pledge, upgrade, and share brings us closer to 36 hours.
Thank You
This campaign continues to amaze us with what you've achieved.
Let's keep going. Let's hit 36 hours and bring pixel art customization to every physical rulebook.
Overtime has officially begun, and you're already making magic happen.
Thanks to your incredible support in these final hours, we've unlocked two amazing additions to Legends of Akeroth:
✨ Melody/Limit Break Coins - Now Available as an Add-On!
These beautiful physical coins represent your character's most powerful moments - their limit breaks, their crescendos, their defining acts of heroism. Flip the coin and unleash your limit break. It's a small detail that makes those heroic moments feel even more impactful at the table.
Melody/Limit Break Coins are now available as an add-on for any backer who wants to bring that extra tactile satisfaction to their game!
🧚 Wisp Rules - Mischievous Creatures Join the Adventure!
Mischievous little creatures hidden throughout Erwick are now part of the game!
Wisps are playful, tricky beings who live in the shadows, forests, and forgotten corners of Akeroth. They're not hostile, but they're not entirely helpful either. Wisps love games, riddles, puzzles, and tests of wit. Encounter one in your travels, and you'll be offered a challenge.
Complete their trials? You might earn a blessing, a treasure, or a piece of hidden knowledge. Fail? Well... let's just say Wisps have a sense of humor, and they're not above a little mischief at your expense! The Wisp rules add a layer of whimsy and unpredictability to exploration in Legends of Akeroth. They reward clever players, punish the overconfident, and make the world feel alive with hidden magic.
Wisps are now part of every backer's experience. Keep your eyes open as you travel through Erwick; you never know when a Wisp might be watching.
24 Hours of Overtime = Fields of Erwick Unlocks 🌾
Both the Melody Coins and Whisp Rules were unlocked because of your support during overtime. Thank you for making it happen.
But we're not done yet.
If we sustain overtime momentum for 24 hours, we'll unlock something truly special:
Fields of Erwick - A Standalone Solo RPG Zine
Fields of Erwick is a solo journaling RPG designed for players who want to step away from combat and adventure and immerse themselves in the cosy, meditative life of a farmer, rancher, or fisher in the kingdom of Erwick.
You'll: 🌾 Plant and harvest crops through the seasons 🐄 Raise and care for animals on your ranch 🎣 Fish in peaceful streams and rivers 🏡 Build and expand your homestead over time 📖 Journal your character's quiet life and personal growth
There's no combat. No quests. No danger. Just you, your land, and the slow, satisfying rhythm of rural life in Akeroth. Fields of Erwick is perfect for winding down after a long day.
This is a standalone zine, which means that you don't need the Core Rulebook to play it - though it is set in the same world and shares the same aesthetic and tone. It's a complete experience on its own.
What You Get When We Unlock It:
Every backer receives the PDF for free when we unlock Fields of Erwick
Collector's Edition and Artisan Edition backers receive a free printed copy included in their pledge
All other backers can add the physical copy to their pledge as an add-on
How You Can Help
Every action during overtime brings us closer to unlocking Fields of Erwick:
✅ Add Melody Coins or other add-ons to your pledge - Every add-on keeps momentum alive ✅ Upgrade your tier - Moving from Digital to Core, or Book to Table, helps sustain overtime ✅ Share the campaign - Know someone who'd love a cosy solo RPG? Tell them about Fields of Erwick! ✅ Spread the word - Post about Legends of Akeroth, Fields of Erwick, or the Melody Coins on social media
Every pledge, every upgrade, and every addition counts toward keeping overtime alive for 24 hours!
This Is the Final Stretch
Overtime won't last forever. These are the final hours of Legends of Akeroth, and we're making every moment count.
You've already unlocked Melody Coins and Wisp Rules. You've pushed this campaign to heights we never imagined. And now, Fields of Erwick is within reach.
Thank you for everything you've achieved. Let's finish strong together.
We're in the final hours of the Legends of Akeroth campaign, and that means overtime has officially begun!
If you've never experienced a crowdfunding overtime period before, here's what you need to know.
What Is Overtime?
Overtime is the final stretch of a campaign - the last few hours before the doors close for good.
It's when we unlock exclusive add-ons, limited-time offers, and bonus content that won't be available once the campaign ends.
Think of overtime as our final celebration. A last chance to add something special to your pledge, grab exclusive items, and make sure you don't miss out on anything before the campaign closes forever.
All increases even those of £1 will keep the train going any all backers are able to help us!
Add-Ons you can get to keep the train going!
🦢 Item #1: Swoovik's Revenge PDF
First up: the adventure you've been waiting for.
Swoovik's Revenge is a brand new one-shot adventure featuring Erwick's most chaotic, most beloved creature - the Swoose.
Remember Dravik's Revenge, our epic adventure designed to take you from levels 1-10? We took that classic cover and completely redrawn it. Every single character is now a Swoose.
Heroes? Swooses. Villains? Swooses. Epic showdown? All Swooses.
It's ridiculous. It's beautiful. It's everything you didn't know you needed.
What's Included:
📜 A Complete One-Shot Adventure - Playable solo or with a group 🦢 7 New Swoose Waymates - Fully statted companions ready to join your adventures ⚔️ Swoovik Boss Battle Statblock - Face the legendary Swoovik in epic combat 📱 Digital PDF Format - Exclusively available during overtime
Whether you're running it as a one-shot with friends or tackling it solo, Swoovik's Revenge delivers pure Swoose chaos in adventure form.
This is an overtime exclusive. Once the campaign closes, Swoovik's Revenge will increase in price.
🦢 Item #2: The Limit Break Coin
And now for something small but mighty: the Limit Break Coin.
This premium metal coin can be used as a token to hand to your Herald when using a Limit Break or melody in session! - this is your chance to carry the legend with you wherever you go.
In case you missed it, you can also grab the Equipment Deck as an add-on if you don't have the Collector's or Artisan edition.
Approximately 100 cards, each one featuring custom pixel art, and each one showcasing an item from the world of Erwick - weapons, potions, artifacts, treasures, and tools that will shape your adventures.
These cards are a tactile extension of the game, bringing the items of Akeroth into your hands with gorgeous pixel art that captures the spirit of the JRPG-inspired world we've built together.
Overtime Goals
How Much Time Is Left?
Head to the campaign page and have a look, once that train ends we close the campaign and any exclusives will either go up in price or disappear!
The clock is ticking. If you want Swoovik's Revenge, the Coin, or any other campaign content, now is the time.
Thank you for making this campaign legendary. Let's finish strong.
