Final Update!
about 2 months ago
– Fri, Feb 13, 2026 at 07:45:11 PM
Hi everyone,
I am happy to say that the fulfillment for this project is finally complete!
This week, we proudly shipped out the last remaining reward, and certainly the one with the biggest obstacles, the CURSED Scene Companion Books.
Here's a breakdown of when you can expect your physical book!
Canada: Some time next week
USA: By the end of February
International: 4-12 weeks
As a reminder all digital downloads have been distributed. If you haven't received your codes, please check your BackerKit survey!
Thank You to the Following:
Zac Goins
Without meeting you at PAX Unplugged and helping create the idea of starting this Kickstarter, this would have never happened without you. Thank you for being an awesome advisor to this entire project. It definitely wouldn't have been as much of a success without your help!
Anja Svare Productions
Thank you for designing the scene companion book! I think it came out great and I'm sure you all will enjoy it.
Monument Studios
Thank you for providing the Kickstarter with the amazing Audio Soundscape Pack! We couldn't have offered such a great addition to the CURSED Scene Pack without you!
Will Tramp
Thank you for writing the book and helping elevate the book to be so much more than just an art book.
XP to Level 3, Deficient Master, AbyssalBrews, Captain Robear, and everyone else that helped share testimonials and helped promote the project on socials!
All 401 Backers
Once again, thank you all for backing this project almost a full year ago!
Stay tuned for my next project. Coming soon.
All the best,
James
December Update!
4 months ago
– Wed, Dec 17, 2025 at 12:46:15 PM
Hi everyone,
2025 is almost over and I figured now would be a great time for an end of year update.
BackerKit
15 Backers have still not filled out the BackerKit survey - please reach out if you need me to send you a new survey link. You must complete the survey before receiving any of your rewards!
Digital Downloads & Add-Ons that have been distributed:
- Audio Soundscape Pack
- Coastal Voyage Scene Pack
- Forest Frontiers Scene Pack
- 'Lost Mines of Phandelver' Scene Pack
- 'Rime of the Frostmaiden' Scene Pack
- Desert Quest Scene Pack
- Swamp Expedition Scene Pack
- The VAULT Scene Pack
- CURSED Animated Scene Pack (Core)
- Codes for CURSED and The VAULT VTT packs on Roll20
- Codes for CURSED and The VAULT VTT packs on Foundry
All of these have now been distributed - please reach out if you haven't received these.
Alchemy VTT
There have been some bug issues while making the CURSED and The VAULT VTT packs with Alchemy that we continue to work on resolving with the team over at Alchemy. Once these are resolved we will be releasing codes as soon as possible - hopeful for before the end of the year!
On-Going Tasks:
- Continuing the design & logistics of the companion book (Currently: Page design + formatting)
We recently decided it was best to bring on a professional graphic designer that specializes in TTRPG books. We currently have 81 pages completed in draft. 67.5% done!
Upon full completion of the book, the PDFs will be instantly distributed.
Schedule
Here is a quick update on where we stand with the current tentative schedule:
December 2025: Finalize VTT Distribution with Alchemy packs
- As stated above, hoping to fix the bugs and have CURSED and The VAULT packs released on Alchemy before the new year!
January 2026 - February 2026: Book PDF + Companion Book Distribution Begins
- We should be on schedule with this timeline!
As with any Kickstarter, this could change following any surprise challenges that continue to pop-up but this is the timeline I am shooting for! I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding for navigating my first Kickstarter fulfillment!
Thank You!
With 2025 coming to an end, I want to personally say thank you again to everyone who backed this project back in May! As this was my first Kickstarter, there has been a lot of new experiences, challenges, and learnings along the way. The timelines haven't been perfect but is any Kickstarter really?!
I am excited to finalize the book and begin distribution to fully wrap up this Kickstarter project. I hope you all stick around for what I have in store for next year....
Happy Holidays,
James
New Here | Want More Animated Scenes?
If you like my art, you can also become a member of my Patreon where I post 4 new scenes a month that come with a map from one of my weekly cartographer collaborators! You can find me here! Now with monthly and annual membership options.
October Update!
6 months ago
– Wed, Oct 01, 2025 at 11:59:21 AM
Hi everyone,
Summer is long gone and we are entering Ravenloft season - the perfect time for a CURSED update!
BackerKit
19 Backers have still not filled out the BackerKit survey - please reach out if you need me to send you a new survey link. You must complete the survey before receiving any of your rewards!
Digital Downloads & Add-Ons that have been distributed:
- Audio Soundscape Pack
- Coastal Voyage Scene Pack
- Forest Frontiers Scene Pack
- 'Lost Mines of Phandelver' Scene Pack
- 'Rime of the Frostmaiden' Scene Pack
- Desert Quest Scene Pack
- Swamp Expedition Scene Pack
- The VAULT Scene Pack
- CURSED Animated Scene Pack (Core)
All of these have now been distributed - please reach out if you haven't received these.
Canvas Prints
All canvas prints were distributed in August! I hope they are being thoroughly enjoyed in your game spaces, offices, or homes.
On-Going Tasks:
- Continuing the design & logistics of the companion book (Currently: Page design + formatting)
- Continuing the designing and painting of new variants and scenes unlocked from the stretch goals
- Continuing the process of formatting scenes for VTTs
VTTs:
- Very close to completing the VTT scene pack. The VTT scene packs will have all of the new variants and scenes fully loaded - hence the delayed release compared to the core scene pack.
Schedule
Here is a quick update on where we stand with the current tentative schedule:
September 2025:
Productive month with painting variants and new scenes! Here is a list of what new variants and scenes you can expect that I've completed so far:
New Scenes:
-
Blood on the Vine Tavern + Alt Variant
-
(Barovia) Burgomaster's Mansion + Night Variant
-
Ravenloft Treasury + Alt Variant
New Still Image Variants:
- Barovia (Abandoned, Daytime, Winter)
- Blue Water Inn (Daytime, Empty, Snow)
- Burgomasters Mansion (Empty, Night, Winter)
- Saint Andral's Church (Abandoned, Sunny, Winter)
- Svalich Woods (Clearing, Fallen Trees, Winter)
- Svalich Woods Camp (Abandoned, Night, Winter)
4 more still images with 3 variants + 5 animated variants to go!
End of October 2025: Variants & New Scenes Complete
- The stretch goal unlocks for new scenes and variants has been taking longer than expected due to also having to create the 4 scenes/month for the normal Patreon schedule. Hopefully completing these by Halloween can be the perfect time for a new CoS campaign!
November 2025 - December 2025: VTT Distribution Begins
- The VTT packs will include the variants and new scenes - hence the timeline for the delivery. This should be closer to the beginning of November.
January 2026 - February 2026: Book PDF + Companion Book Distribution Begins
- The Book PDF will be distributed immediately upon completion. The physical companion book will then be ordered in bulk before being shipped out to individual shipping addresses.
As with any Kickstarter, this could change following any surprise challenges that continue to pop-up but this is the timeline I am shooting for! I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding for navigating my first Kickstarter fulfillment!
New Here | Want More Animated Scenes?
If you like my art, you can also become a member of my Patreon where I post 4 new scenes a month that come with a map from one of my weekly cartographer collaborators! You can find me here! Now with monthly and annual membership options.
Thank you again for all your support,
James
August Update!
8 months ago
– Fri, Aug 01, 2025 at 03:32:37 PM
Hi everyone,
Summer is flying by and there are a few updates regarding the CURSED Kickstarter:
BackerKit
Thank you to all 89% of backers who have completed the BackerKit survey. If you have completed your survey - orders have now been locked and if applicable, cards have now been charged. If you haven't completed the survey yet - please do so at your earliest convenience!
Digital Downloads & Add-Ons that are now distributing:
- Audio Soundscape Pack
- Coastal Voyage Scene Pack
- Forest Frontiers Scene Pack
- 'Lost Mines of Phandelver' Scene Pack
- 'Rime of the Frostmaiden' Scene Pack
- Desert Quest Scene Pack
- Swamp Expedition Scene Pack
- The VAULT Scene Pack
- CURSED Animated Scene Pack (Core)
Canvas Prints
The distribution of canvas prints will begin and be on-going throughout August (pending completion of the BackerKit surveys for collection of your shipping address).
On-Going Tasks:
- Continuing the design & logistics of the companion book
- Continuing the designing and painting of new variants and scenes unlocked from the stretch goals
- Continuing the process of formatting scenes for VTTs
Schedule
Here is a quick update on where we stand with the current tentative schedule:
August 2025: Writing Complete on Companion Book | Digital Distribution | Prints Ordered
- The writing for the companion book is now complete. As a reminder, I did have a family emergency that resulted in me being unable to work for the whole month of June, causing me not to be able to begin painting the new variants and scenes. This has now pushed pack the completion of those to October.
September 2025: Paint, Paint, Paint - Variants & New Scenes
End of October 2025: Variants & New Scenes Complete
- The stretch goal unlocks for new scenes and variants has been taking longer than expected due to also having to create the 4 scenes/month for the normal Patreon schedule. Hopefully completing these by Halloween can be the perfect time for a new CoS campaign!
November 2025 - December 2025: VTT Distribution Begins
- The VTT packs will include the variants and new scenes - hence the timeline for the delivery.
January 2026 - February 2026: Book PDF + Companion Book Distribution Begins
- The Book PDF will be distributed immediately upon completion. The physical companion book will then be ordered in bulk before being shipped out to individual shipping addresses.
As with any Kickstarter, this could change following any surprise challenges that continue to pop-up but this is the timeline I am shooting for! I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding for navigating my first Kickstarter fulfillment!
New Here | Want More Animated Scenes?
If you like my art, you can also become a member of my Patreon where I post 4 new scenes a month that come with a map from one of my weekly cartographer collaborators! You can find me here!
Thank you again for all your support,
James
BackerKit is Now Live!
9 months ago
– Tue, Jun 24, 2025 at 11:51:40 AM
Hi everyone,
The BackerKit surveys have now been sent out! Check your inbox if you haven't already. So far, 49% of backers have already completed the survey - thank you!
Didn't get a chance to pledge during the campaign?
Click here to late pledge!
On-Going Tasks:
- Finalizing the writing, design, and logistics of the companion book
- Designing and painting the new variants and scenes unlocked from the stretch goals
- Begin the process of formatting scenes for VTTs
Schedule
Here is a quick update on where we stand with the current tentative schedule:
July 2025: BackerKit Opened
August 2025: Writing Complete on Companion Book | New Variants & Scenes Complete
- The writing for the companion book is still projected to be on time. I did have a family emergency that resulted in me being unable to work for the whole month of June, causing me not to be able to begin painting the new variants and scenes. This may push pack the completion of those to September.
September 2025: Digital Distribution | Prints Ordered
- Digital Distribution for certain items and add-ons will begin as soon as the BackerKit orders are locked. The VTTs, Companion Book PDF, and unlocked scenes/variants will then be distributed upon completion.
November 2025 - December 2025: Physical Distribution Begins
As with any Kickstarter, this could change following any surprise challenges that pop-up but this is the timeline I am shooting for! I will make updates following any changes.
New Here | Want More Animated Scenes?
If you like my art, you can also become a member of my Patreon where I post 4 new scenes a month that come with a map from one of my weekly cartographer collaborators! You can find me here!
Thank you again for all your support,
James
