The Name of the Wind (KS)

[BastianBJ]

Albino Dragon is back with a new deck!

It is now live at Kickstarter with only 3 different pledges, which is for 1, 2 or 3 decks of cards. They do state that there will be more stuff to came later though. So far, only the card back and the AoS are to see at the project page.

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1460165270/the-name-of-the-wind-playing-cards?ref=search

[Loop Cuts]

Now I'll say this first, I'm a fan of these guys and the work they've done, but when are they going to take a risk on a new back design?  Yes the art is different but is closely resembles a few of there decks.  Happy to see them grow, disappointed to see repetition.

[Don Boyer]

Now I'll say this first, I'm a fan of these guys and the work they've done, but when are they going to take a risk on a new back design?  Yes the art is different but is closely resembles a few of there decks.  Happy to see them grow, disappointed to see repetition.

To play Devil's Advocate, there seems to be a demand for it - why mess with a formula that works, until it stops working?  And their previous deck, Synthesis - didn't that one have a different back style?

[Alex Willis]

I like their style, so much so that I pledged without seeing more than the drawing of the Ace.  Me and about a hundred other people.  I could do without all the video chat.  I like to watch him put his headphones on and draw.  I'm envious of his draw screen. 

[Curt]

I like it, it's unique and well done. I won't be adding it to my collection since I can't keep up with all of these KS decks but looks like it's not having any troubles reaching the goal, only $600 to go.

[Loop Cuts]

Now I'll say this first, I'm a fan of these guys and the work they've done, but when are they going to take a risk on a new back design?  Yes the art is different but is closely resembles a few of there decks.  Happy to see them grow, disappointed to see repetition.

To play Devil's Advocate, there seems to be a demand for it - why mess with a formula that works, until it stops working?  And their previous deck, Synthesis - didn't that one have a different back style?

That is a valid point from a business stand point, but I was posting from a fans perspective.  And the Synthesis was indeed different so I'll insert my foot into my mouth.

[MrMollusk]

Neat deck. But I never read the Name of the Wind books, so I'm probably not going to pick one up.
I love the back design "formula" as Don put it, and I'm happy to see them use it in this deck. The fact that they're almost funded yet haven't released a single court card mock-up is also indicative of their reputation for awesome artwork.

But am I the only one who thinks the text on the ace of spades looks... off?

[Rob Wright]

$55,000, and no signs of slowing down. looks like this could top the Fed 52 project. There getting a lot of backing from the book enthusiast. I've started reading the book. So far pretty good. Albino has been reworking the designs as they go with a lot of input from the readers. They are really playing close attention to the symbolism to tie in with the book. I can see why it is doing so well. I watched the video of Shane drawing the ace of spades. About half way through, I thought he was done. The amount of detail he puts into the design. Its no wonder they have been successful. True artist in my opinion.

[Soliloquy]

Holy cow, it's at $122,159 with 10 days to go.

[Alex Willis]

Holy cow, it's at $122,159 with 10 days to go.

They are going for the record for Playing Cards on KS.  It comes nowhere near table top games in terms of overall dollars, but it brings in a comparable pledge count with over 3K. 

[Don Boyer]

Holy cow, it's at $122,159 with 10 days to go.

They are going for the record for Playing Cards on KS.  It comes nowhere near table top games in terms of overall dollars, but it brings in a comparable pledge count with over 3K.

Rob's earlier comment about this deck possibly topping the Federal 52 project could be prophetic - it's in third place already for highest-funded deck project on KS.  Second place is the Misc. Goods Deck, with $146,596 raised, while Fed 52 took in $149,156...  It's definitely within targeting range.

[Rob Wright]

The King Killer is now at the top of the mountain,  $174,400 with still 9 days to go. Unbelievable- done without any brick sales.

[sprouts1115]

Holy crap! So when is it a good time seek professional shippers?  At 6000 backers or at 7000 backers.  This thing just exploded.  I like the new reward tiers.  People are knocking each other over to get to them.  I have to say Erik is a genius at the reward tiers.  Didn't see that coming but if you look back he said he was going to do just that....

[Rob Wright]

KICKTRAQ Data

06/02/13- 202 new backers. $20,363 raised
06/03/13- 163 new backers. $15,299 raised
06/04/13- 1565 new backers. $71,512 raised
06/05/13 as of 12:20am est. 48 new backers. $2,383 raised

5,594 Total backers. $203,636 total raised

Still 8 days and 20 hours+ to go

I say $350,000+ by the time it's over

[Don Boyer]

06/04/13- 1565 new backers. $71,512 raised

This figure leaves me absolutely gobsmacked.  I don't think any deck project has had such a huge number of backers and pledge dollars in a single day before.

5,594 Total backers. $203,636 total raised

Still 8 days and 20 hours+ to go

I say $350,000+ by the time it's over

And these numbers leave me utterly flabbergasted!  (Yep, I'm bustin' out the fifty-cent words today..)

[Emmanuel]

^ ^ ^ Agreed, Don.

[Alex Willis]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!  This project drew in a lot of fresh faces, and if I have to ride coat tails to get my decks funded, so be it.   Seriously though, I'm not surprised.  I've loved this deck since launch date.  I don't really get all the extra stuff, nor do i care about magnets and other shit, I just like the cards.  What is funny is that there is not an add-on or a pledge level to include a copy of the book. 

[RandyButterfield]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!

I doubt that. I'm guessing they found fans of the book, not normal playing card fans.
I'm a fan of Fantasy books, but I hadn't heard of The Name of the Wind until this project.
It looks like the book has a large following though!

thanks, Randy

[Rob Wright]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!

I doubt that. I'm guessing they found fans of the book, not normal playing card fans.

I checked out their backer list. I was a little surprised that less than half are first time backers. Still that's 2500+ backers spending a shit load of money. I kind of liken KS to tattoos and potato chips. Once you get one, you can't stop.

[Alex Willis]

I checked out their backer list. I was a little surprised that less than half are first time backers. Still that's 2500+ backers spending a shit load of money. I kind of liken KS to tattoos and potato chips. Once you get one, you can't stop.

That is exactly how I found kickstarter and started pledging on projects.  A friend was doing an art book and I joined to buy it.  Then I started looking around and saw other very cool things and bought a few more art items and playing cards.  I can't help myself, I don't see this stuff anywhere!

[Don Boyer]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!  This project drew in a lot of fresh faces, and if I have to ride coat tails to get my decks funded, so be it.   Seriously though, I'm not surprised.  I've loved this deck since launch date.  I don't really get all the extra stuff, nor do i care about magnets and other shit, I just like the cards.  What is funny is that there is not an add-on or a pledge level to include a copy of the book.

I agree with Randy - the biggest boost this deck is getting is from fans of the book.

BTW: it's perfectly logical that they wouldn't have the book as an add-on.  To know anything about the deck, you'd have to have read the story already - meaning you probably already own it.  It keeps it simple to leave it out and put the more cards-related items on the rewards list.

[Alex Willis]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!  This project drew in a lot of fresh faces, and if I have to ride coat tails to get my decks funded, so be it.   Seriously though, I'm not surprised.  I've loved this deck since launch date.  I don't really get all the extra stuff, nor do i care about magnets and other shit, I just like the cards.  What is funny is that there is not an add-on or a pledge level to include a copy of the book.

I agree with Randy - the biggest boost this deck is getting is from fans of the book.

BTW: it's perfectly logical that they wouldn't have the book as an add-on.  To know anything about the deck, you'd have to have read the story already - meaning you probably already own it.  It keeps it simple to leave it out and put the more cards-related items on the rewards list.

Not sure I agree, they already have a large fan base like me who buy their cards because they like them.  I'd be interested in getting a signed copy of the book if they offered it.  I'm not sure I want to go to the effort of going to Amazon to buy a regular copy.  I should ask Brandon Sanderson if he's considered converting his characters in one of his series into cards.

[Rob Wright]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!  This project drew in a lot of fresh faces, and if I have to ride coat tails to get my decks funded, so be it.   Seriously though, I'm not surprised.  I've loved this deck since launch date.  I don't really get all the extra stuff, nor do i care about magnets and other shit, I just like the cards.  What is funny is that there is not an add-on or a pledge level to include a copy of the book.

I agree with Randy - the biggest boost this deck is getting is from fans of the book.

BTW: it's perfectly logical that they wouldn't have the book as an add-on.  To know anything about the deck, you'd have to have read the story already - meaning you probably already own it.  It keeps it simple to leave it out and put the more cards-related items on the rewards list.

Not sure I agree, they already have a large fan base like me who buy their cards because they like them.  I'd be interested in getting a signed copy of the book if they offered it.  I'm not sure I want to go to the effort of going to Amazon to buy a regular copy.  I should ask Brandon Sanderson if he's considered converting his characters in one of his series into cards.

This project is blowing up in 2 ways. I did order the book on Amazon. I'm sure I am not the only one. I'm about half way through. For me that is something. A.W. if you are interested in a signed copy. Pat sells them on his charity website. http://thetinkerspacks.bigcartel.com/category/pat-s-books

[kdklown]

Is the book any good?

[Don Boyer]

The great news for card designers is that there are many new potential buyers of decks on KS now!  This project drew in a lot of fresh faces, and if I have to ride coat tails to get my decks funded, so be it.   Seriously though, I'm not surprised.  I've loved this deck since launch date.  I don't really get all the extra stuff, nor do i care about magnets and other shit, I just like the cards.  What is funny is that there is not an add-on or a pledge level to include a copy of the book.

I agree with Randy - the biggest boost this deck is getting is from fans of the book.

BTW: it's perfectly logical that they wouldn't have the book as an add-on.  To know anything about the deck, you'd have to have read the story already - meaning you probably already own it.  It keeps it simple to leave it out and put the more cards-related items on the rewards list.

Not sure I agree, they already have a large fan base like me who buy their cards because they like them.  I'd be interested in getting a signed copy of the book if they offered it.  I'm not sure I want to go to the effort of going to Amazon to buy a regular copy.  I should ask Brandon Sanderson if he's considered converting his characters in one of his series into cards.

This project is blowing up in 2 ways. I did order the book on Amazon. I'm sure I am not the only one. I'm about half way through. For me that is something. A.W. if you are interested in a signed copy. Pat sells them on his charity website. http://thetinkerspacks.bigcartel.com/category/pat-s-books

An even better reason for not offering the book in the Kickstarter project for the deck...