Every single one of these keeps getting bigger and bigger, and I am so thankful and grateful. As of now, all orders have been packed, most have already shipped, there are about 50 being picked up tomorrow by the carrier. Tracking should have been emailed to the email we have on file via Pirateship.
This was a massive undertaking, and though my ADHD hyper focus has been the organization of these metrics using a combination of Excel sheets, the strongest Colombian coffee known to parces, and sheer spite at times. I want to thank my INCREDIBLE team for all their hard work, aching fingers and muscles, and just the overall vibes they bring to the function.
We tried to merge orders from both the Backerkit and the Kickstarter, as well as the individual purchases from the Square shop to combine and condense shipping as efficiently as possible. If you're receiving two tracking numbers, that just means either we couldn't Tetris your order into a single shipment, or you may have had two different names/accounts for the transactions.
We try VERY hard to be meticulous about ensuring all orders are accurate and filled correctly, but despite our best efforts, we are only several raccoons in a trench coat. IF you find you're missing something from your order, please don't hesitate to reach out and confirm with us. We are happy to rectify any mishaps.
IF you ordered multiple boxes, they may be combined into a larger vessel instead of 3-4 mini boxes. It's just easier to ship that way.
Bangles from the Forges and Fury Kickstarter are enclosed with all who are waiting on them. Darque Path REALLY came through on those, when our previous company repeatedly messed up and gave us the runaround. We love them so much, and I can't wait to see photos of y'all wearing them in the wild!
I know this round of Shadow Inks took longer to get here than we anticipated, but they're so incredibly beautiful and I'm so excited for you to hold them in your hands. For all who were waiting for your packages to order the next installment and missed the deadline, don't worry. Inside your packages, there is a card with a QR code. I know it says you have until the end of JUNE to order, but it's fine, you can order until the end of JULY since shipping is wild thang.
Message me if you have trouble using the code or password, or you have any questions about the SIRENS AND STORMS MuseStarter, which at it's close funded to $67,948. You hit all the stretch goals, and some I didn't even have up. <3
There are a handful of people who have not responded to their surveys, but rest assured, your orders are packed. The Krewe du Kraven are, however, going on a much deserved vacation for the next week or so, and while I will be responding to emails and DM's, we won't physically be back in the office immediately. If you fill out your survey AFTER 10 PM CST tonight, your order will be shipped when we return.
If you've made it this far, you're a Rockstar and you deserve a little treat, so go grab an ice cream.
So, we have been going back and forth on how best to navigate the next two books in the Dark Fates in Shadow Ink, without having to raise the prices due to tariffs and supply issues. Crowdfunding platforms take about 20% after all is said and done with processing and platform and transaction fees.
We have decided to move forward with the next books on my website, which is hosted on square, but we are going to mirror it after the KS. We did a small, private launch a week or so ago, and we ended up funding fully in an hour. (insert cry emoji). I had already ordered Sirens in both paperback and hardback, so our printer can get them out as quickly as possible and in case prices fluctuate again, we are at least locked in on printing cost.
I have already paid for the production of Sirens. They are coming. Soon. Myths, Serpents, Yule and Darkness are making their way here right now. As I said before, we are expecting the delivery into port to be 13-15 May, which is only a few weeks longer than we had originally estimated, so that's not too bad. The bangle from Hephaestus is ALSO set to be delivered the 17th. So they will be sent out ASAP.
All the other items are here and ready to go. Swag, packaging, tumblers ect. So as soon as these hit my door, they're getting posted out as fast as we can pack them.
All that is to say, we have been having a lot of you itching to go ahead and place your order, so I am going to drop you the link and the PASSWORD. You will need to select SIRENS MUSE STARTER on the home bar, and type in WHYCHOOSE all together, all caps.
Because I know some of you will want to wait until your other two orders arrive to pledge again (absolutely understandable), we will be keeping this one open from now until JUNE 15TH.
As a bonus, the first 50 pledges will receive a bonus gift of tip in art sheets that go inside the books!
To grab your Of Sirens & Storms Shadow Ink Edition, click here!
Here's a little video of the INSIDES of the books, (pre-metallig edges and bindings). I'll be releasing a few at a time so we can keep the hype and excitement going!
I'm SO SO SO excited to get these to your door! The Sirens KS is on deck, and we are only waiting to get there out to drop it, but if you want a sneak peek, message me on IG for the link and password. 💖
Today I'm coming to you with a little update. All the books are in production, with the last set to be finished this week. The production got behind because of fluctuations in the supply chain, and with the current instability things are a bit out of sorts.
We are carefully watching shipments to make sure everything stays safe.
However, both my printer and I are committed to bringing everything to your door as smoothly as possible!
All art and cards have been delivered, all boxes printed, specialty items and swag are ready to go, Darque Path is shipping Morpheus to us this week and pins are set to be here this week as well!
As soon as the books get to me and clear customs, the team is ready to pull an all nighter packing party. ⚜️😊
In the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions!
