Hi There!

We're moving into the final phase of getting ArchRavels: Magic Socks into your hands and on your tables.

As you're aware, this project has encountered some unexpected delays in manufacturing and freight, and we’re incredibly grateful for your patience and continued support. Your backing has kept this project moving forward, and we’re almost there.

🚢  Where Things Stand with Shipping
The full shipment is expected to be loaded onto the boat within the next week. Once it departs, delivery is typically 60–90 days away, depending on freight transit time, customs clearance, and final fulfillment.

That means most backers should expect to receive their games sometime this fall.

Within a few weeks here we will be updating again with details regarding the shipping & Tariff/VAT costs depending on where you live. 

Since we’re passing through these costs, we’ve got two gates to get through before we can verify these numbers: 

With that in mind, once we have confirmation that our shipment is on the water, we will start the clock on updating addresses. Once that window closes, you can expect clarity on fulfillment costs shortly afterward.

🎟️  But—If You're Going to Gen Con...
We’re offering a pickup option at Gen Con 2025 for backers who want to get their games a little earlier.

Due to newly imposed U.S.–China tariffs, our shipping costs have increased significantly. To help offset this and keep XYZ Game Labs financially sustainable, we’ve made the difficult decision to bring limited inventory to sell at Gen Con. This includes ArchRavels: Magic Socks and the three theme packs.

We understand that selling at conventions before backer fulfillment isn’t ideal in crowdfunding—and we really didn’t want to be in that situation. But offering pickup for backers first is our way of honoring your support while also doing what we need to survive the current logistics climate.

If your pledge includes other items—such as expansions or bundle exclusives—those will still be shipped to you later when they arrive.

Pickup Fee:
There will be a $5 per-item fee to cover tariffs and handling (e.g., 1 Magic Socks Expansion + 3 theme packs = $20 total).

Thanks again for sticking with us through this long journey. We can’t wait for you to finally experience Magic Socks. Whether it’s at Gen Con or a few weeks later, it’s almost time to get crafty again!

Cheers!

– Team XYZ