Hello everyone!

Several fans have asked us "what is this clamshell box you keep mentioning?" So today we are here with some more information on it.

In addition, we've done a couple rounds of "spotlight videos" where the indie Whiterock creators talk about their projects and their rooms in the Lost Level. Two of those videos are at the bottom of this update.

But first: Clamshell Boxes! Many of the stretch goals have the biggest benefit for clamshell backers. Here's why you should back the clamshell edition!

Ever since TSR released the first D&D decades ago, gamers have loved boxed sets. Recently we have been experimenting with this new format for boxed sets. The results are great. Here is a photograph of the clamshell box for a previous project. Note the "hinge" on the spine and the elastic straps on inside cover, plus of course the inside-the-box-top printing:

This is what a clamshell box looks like when stood upright. It can double as a GM screen!

Clamshell boxes are big. From left to right, you see here:

Here you see the printer's mockup of what the Castle Whiterock clamshell edition looks like, with all the contents inside. On the left are books. On the right, held in place with elastic straps, are envelopes that contain handouts, poster maps, pregenerated characters, and so on.

Finally, here is the clamshell edition with "all the stuff" arrayed out in front. There's a ton of material in this box!

Specific to Whiterock, we are including additional materials in the clamshell edition that aren't in the main box. (The full list is on the main project page.)

So that, everyone, is what a clamshell looks like. If you're in doubt, "lean in" to upgrade. You will be glad you did!

Here are two recent videos with indie Whiterock creators highlighting their projects. Enjoy!