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I wanted to update you all on our Wyvern Queen Miniature. After looking at tooling and costs, along with the number of orders we got for it, we've ultimatel...
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Playtest #11- Cruel Hyena
The Cruel Hyena is out! This includes an Elite CR 5 and a CR 1.
Rules Updates
Stoneworking in now Masonry
We've renamed the Stoneworking profession to Masonry to line up...
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Fiendish Forge Facelift!
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Wanted to let you know we went ahead and updated the logo for Fiendish Forge. While the plain text got the message across, I'm a HUGE sucker for artistic logos....
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Why Slay Dragons when you could be FISHING Digital PDF/Foundry VTT Distributed
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We've locked/charged for orders that purchased a Digital PDF and/or Foundry VTT Code for Why Slay Dragons when you could be FISHING!
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Playtest #10 - Crab Legion
The Crab Legion playtest packet is out now!!
This includes an Elite CR 3 and a Standard CR 1
Rules Updates
Phase Resistance
Further updates have been made! We removed th...
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Locking/Charging Pre-Orders (Why Slay Dragons)
Hi folks!
We'll be locking and charging pre-orders if you purchased the PDF for Why Slay Dragons when you could be FISHING or picked up the Foundry Module for Why Slay...
Our Preview PDF includes one of our creature entries - the Axe Beak Executioner! We wanted to show you how we focus on quality over quantity regarding our creature compendium. You'll see included here, as well as included with each creature:
Fully Illustrated
Regional Effects
Stat Block
New Organization Block
A Quest
Materials Gathered
Themed Magic Items
In addition, we are including a Rules Glossary, which will include new terms introduced in the book.
How do I get the Preview PDF?
The link is down below, but only available if you are following this project, and have a Backerkit Account. Be sure to sign up so that you are available when we go live August 20th at 1pm EST. We will be announcing our Day 1 rewards very soon - so make sure you're signed up!
Fiendish Forge's Backerkit goes LIVE Tuesday, August 20th at 1pm EST!
I wanted to update you all on our Wyvern Queen Miniature. After looking at tooling and costs, along with the number of orders we got for it, we've ultimately decided to change the material from Zinc to Resin. I believe this should give a better finish, especially if you want to paint this miniature.
However, I don't like changing an item's specs after we advertise it. While I look at the change as an overall positive one, I would love to hear from folks with miniature painting experience. I've never really gotten into miniatures, but I want it to be something that you all are still excited about.
Because of the change, though, I've decided to include the.STP file with every miniature order so that you can print this mini on your own as well! We will still be physically shipping you the miniature. If you are someone who prints minis, I would love to hear your preferred file of choice. I believe .STP is the file you need, but if there is a preferred file type for 3D mini printers, please let me know!
If you have any questions or concerns, you can also e-mail [email protected] so I can get your feedback.
Overall, I hope this change is a positive one. I always want to do right by you (we wouldn't be making this book without you after all!) - so as always, please share your thoughts below!
Thank you again! I hope your new year is going well. Brett
The Cruel Hyena is out! This includes an Elite CR 5 and a CR 1.
The Cruel Hyena
Rules Updates
Stoneworking in now Masonry We've renamed the Stoneworking profession to Masonry to line up better with Mason's Tools.
Learning Crafting Recipes We've written up a blurb for learning crafting recipes, and included 2 new optional rules: Purchasing Crafting Recipes and Researching Crafting Recipes.
Phase Resistance & Optional Rule: Expanded Phase Resistance We've removed the feature allowing GMs to end an ongoing Condition with 2 Phase Actions, and have now made this an Optional Rule. This also includes the ability to remove Effects as well. We did our best to outline and inform the risks of using this optional rule - and recommend raising the creature by a CR and increasing Material Gathering by up to 50% more attempts when using this rule. We also go into not using this rule on all conditions and effects, such as being Grappled, Hunter's Mark, and Banishment.
More to come We will be including an optional rule that allows you to use alternative tools to specific projects. If you're looking for a group, feel free to use
Please keep in mind:
This is TEST MATERIAL and may have spelling/grammatical errors.
Layouts and content may change after playtest.
Empty spaces are where images will be in the final product. Images aren't included in playtest packets.
Creatures are balanced for 4-5 player parties of the same level as the CR. Going below or above this will alter the intended experience.
ALTERNATE PARTY SIZES While not included in the doc, we do want to experiment with including adjustments for alternate party sizes. Please reference below your party size.
This is balanced for 4-5 players. For every player below or above 5, decrease or increases the max HP of the Cruel Hyena by 34. You may not need to make this change for a 4 player party.
Please fill out this form. Please understand that any pending payments will be charged now for participating in the playtests. https://forms.gle/aG3FjX9VDSPwqME66
Wanted to let you know we went ahead and updated the logo for Fiendish Forge. While the plain text got the message across, I'm a HUGE sucker for artistic logos.
New Logo, same book!
This book has been a joy to work on - and I've been delighted by all the feedback we're seeing through playtesting. I'm super excited for you all to see the result when we wrap up next year - but we still have plenty to do! Once again, thank you for your support. We'll update the pre-order shop items to reflect the new logo!
We've locked/charged for orders that purchased a Digital PDF and/or Foundry VTT Code for Why Slay Dragons when you could be FISHING!
Please check your email for the digital files.
The Foundry VTT Key distribution is super new to us, so please don't hesitate to reach out or let us know what we can do to make it easier for you in the future. You can e-mail us at [email protected]
If you received physical products, such as the Hardcover Book, they will not be shipped yet. We want to ship them with everything else once Fiendish Forge is manufactured and ready to ship, and we can bundle your shipping rate.
If you are interested in getting the book now, please reach out to [email protected] so we can arrange it. Please understand that this will more than likely incur additional shipping charges since you will be getting multiple packages.
We hope you enjoy the Digital PDF and the Foundry VTT Module! Brett
