Why is the international Shipping Fee so High?
To ensure a safe delivery of your rewards, I need to send the heavy package via a priority service that offers tracking and insurance. The price reflects USPS’s international priority rate and I apologize for what seems like a high fee. During the campaign, I will be investigation alternate solutions as I would love to bring this down. But I cannot make any promises. Thank you for understanding.
I understand $45 is a lot!
It is however LESS then the actual true cost of the shipment. For example, a 7lbs priority package over to the UK costs $55.20 ( pulled from http://USPS.com ) for just the label alone. The box, packing material and labor to send the parcel is not even factored into that price. I can reduce the rate by shipping things first class in theory, but first class international has NO TRACKING and I simply refuse to send someone their rewards with no zero security and no way to recover it if its lost.
Being a small company eating about $15-25 per shipment is the absolute limit of what I can afford. There is a slim possibility that I hook up with a warehouse overseas and get a better rate, but I sadly cannot promise anything until such a deal has been settled and locked in.
I thank you in advance for your time and understanding. All I ask is that whatever choice you make, that it is fiscally responsible.
Last updated: November 28, 2012 16:50
How do I get optional items?
Optional items that become available throughout the Kickstarter can be pledged for by adding the appropriate amount to your pledge. Click the green “Manage Pledge” button on the top right of this page and simply add the amount of that optional item to your pledge. When the Kickstarter is over we will send out a survey and you can indicate which optional items (and quantities) you want.
Last updated: November 23, 2012 02:51
What is the difference Between "Resin" and "Plastic"?
Resin and plastic are both materials popular in the manufacture of miniatures. Resin, is hand-cast, expensive material that is harder and more brittle but can retain an extreme level of detail and range of poses than other materials. Our plastic miniatures are machine cast in a more affordable material and thankfully with the talent of our manufacturers and sculptors, little detail is lost in the translation. Check out the link here to see the difference for yourself:
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8161934/experiment-of-death-compare-2.jpg
Hobbyists generally prefer resin miniatures because of the stunning a near perfect reproduction of the original sculptures. Board game makers generally prefer plastic because its more durable, and unlike hand-casting, machine cast plastic has reliable/near identical results over thousands and thousands of casts.
Whichever option you choose for your pledge, it will be the highest possible quality figure we can achieve.
The process is difficult and requires a very talented caster, but the results can be
The plastic is PVC and in my opinion is great for organic shapes. PVC is machine injected and the molds are very costly.
For a resin vs pvc test check out this image here :
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8161934/experiment-of-death-compare-2.jpg
Last updated: November 29, 2012 23:45
Will the miniatures here be available at a later date? ( Resin or Plastic? )
Adam & Anna the explorers of death are the only kickstarter exclusives at this time. I cannot comment on when the other miniatures may be available, but I can say it would be after the rewards for this kickstarter are fulfilled.
Please understand that my full attention is on this kickstarter and fulfilling rewards is my first priority!
Last updated: November 28, 2012 18:08
What's in the game box?
Miniatures included in the base game:
4 Starting Survivor miniatures4 Armor Kits: rawhide, lion, leather, phoenix. Each kit is two female and two male models with interchangeable parts so 16 minis total.7 Monsters - Lion, Phoenix, Antelope, Butcher, Kingsmen, Kings Hand, WatcherUpgrades to every game box: + Unarmored armor kit x 2 (55k) + 2 All new Lantern armor kits, two male and two female (140k)
Upgrades to Survivor eligible game boxes: + 1 extra Rawhide armor kits, two female two male (80k) + 1 Plastic Phoenix (105k) + 1 Plastic Watcher + 1 extra Phoenix armor kits, two female two male (200k) + A regiment of Kingsmen, five models ($225k)
Please check the main page for optional items.
Last updated: November 28, 2012 21:49
Whats the difference between Black Friday Special and the normal pledge level of the same name?
They both give backers the same reward, the only difference is that the early black friday supports on launch day got to lock in their rewards at a slightly reduced rate.
Last updated: November 25, 2012 05:01
What scale are your miniatures?
Kingdom Death minis are all 35mm which is comparable to 28mm heroic. For reference, please check out this size comparison shot of an earlier KD miniature:
http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/5695/1027071/web-grand-mother-scale_900.jpg
Last updated: November 25, 2012 17:57
What miniature parts come in an armor kit?
Each kit comes with the following total parts : 2 x Female Heads 2 x Female Torsos ( two of the same copy ) 4 x Female Arms ( all unique ) 2 x Female Legs ( each are unique ) 2 x Shoulder Pads ( not every kit has shoulder pads, the rawhide has a muffler instead ) Assorted left and right hands with weapons
2 x Male Heads 2 x Male Torsos ( two of the same copy ) 4 x Male Arms ( all unique ) 2 x Male Legs ( each are unique ) 2 x Shoulder Pads ( not every kit has shoulder pads, the rawhide has a muffler instead ) Assorted left and right hands with weapons 4 x bases
Enough to create 2 female and 2 male miniatures.
Some kits also have accessories , the rawhide kit has a rawhide drum, the lion kit has a whisker harp etc.. These are not attached to hands and can be fitted to the character, the base or not used at all.
Last updated: November 28, 2012 16:50
How do I assemble the armor kits?
The armor kits are multi part miniatures that are broken into several pieces. Generally the head, torso, arms, legs and shoulder pads will all be separate. The intent of the design is to give hobbyists an incredible amount of freedom when it comes to assembling a miniature to represent their survivor.
Traditionally miniatures are assembled with glue, but advanced hobbyists might use pins or add magnets to their models.
The miniatures are like normal miniatures and need to be glued, pinned or magnetized together. While it would have been cool to make them snap together, it would have ultimately limited their design flexibility and I’d rather have more options for a hobbyist than less!
Remember that your survivor miniature need not exactly reflect the gear that you use while playing the game. How accurate your survivor mini is in relation to your survivor in the game is up to you and your gaming group.
Last updated: November 29, 2012 23:49
Why don't the armor kits snap together?
While it would have been cool to make them snap together, it would have ultimately limited their design and flexibility and I’d rather have more options for a hobbyist then less!
Last updated: November 29, 2012 01:36
What is an armor kit?
An armor kit is two things.
First, is is 4 figures. 2 identical male figures, and 2 identical female figures that represent survivors that have scavenged and crafted gear out of a particular monster. So the Phoenix armor kit has armor designed from the feathers, hide and bones of the Phoenix and weapons crafted out of things like it’s beak. The armor kits show how survivors adapt when fighting different monsters.
Second, the armor kits are designed to be compatible with each other. Since the figures in the game come in pieces, you don’t have to put the armor kits together as indicated by their design. Together, all the armor kits have specially designed components that can be mixed and matched. If you want your survivor to have a Phoenix katana and a fur armor body, simply use them to create new combinations. Since there are multiple copies of each part in an armor kit, you can create a new Survivor to represent you as you collect new gear in the game. Advanced hobbyists will also tell you, that a dremel and some rare earth magnets can make the parts swappable on the fly, simply stick a new arm onto your magnetized body. It should be stressed that this level of crafty commitment is not necessary to enjoy the game or the armor kits themselves.
Last updated: November 29, 2012 23:45
When is the expected release date for this game?
For Kickstarter backers release date is November 2013.
Last updated: December 04, 2012 02:25
Why is the international Shipping Fee so High?
To ensure a safe delivery of your rewards, I need to send the heavy package via a priority service that offers tracking and insurance. The price reflects USPS’s international priority rate and I apologize for what seems like a high fee. During the campaign, I will be investigation alternate solutions as I would love to bring this down. But I cannot make any promises. Thank you for understanding. I understand $45 is a lot! It is however LESS then the actual true cost of the shipment. For example, a 7lbs priority package over to the UK costs $55.20 ( pulled from http://USPS.com ) for just the label alone. The box, packing material and labor to send the parcel is not even factored into that price. I can reduce the rate by shipping things first class in theory, but first class international has NO TRACKING and I simply refuse to send someone their rewards with no zero security and no way to recover it if its lost. Being a small company eating about $15-25 per shipment is the absolute limit of what I can afford. There is a slim possibility that I hook up with a warehouse overseas and get a better rate, but I sadly cannot promise anything until such a deal has been settled and locked in. I thank you in advance for your time and understanding. All I ask is that whatever choice you make, that it is fiscally responsible. Last updated: Wed, Nov 28 2012 7:50 pm EST
How do I get optional items?
Optional items that become available throughout the Kickstarter can be pledged for by adding the appropriate amount to your pledge. Click the green “Manage Pledge” button on the top right of this page and simply add the amount of that optional item to your pledge. When the Kickstarter is over we will send out a survey and you can indicate which optional items (and quantities) you want. Last updated: Fri, Nov 23 2012 5:51 am EST
What is the difference Between “Resin” and “Plastic”?
Resin and plastic are both materials popular in the manufacture of miniatures. Resin, is hand-cast, expensive material that is harder and more brittle but can retain an extreme level of detail and range of poses than other materials. Our plastic miniatures are machine cast in a more affordable material and thankfully with the talent of our manufacturers and sculptors, little detail is lost in the translation. Check out the link here to see the difference for yourself: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8161934/experiment-of-death-compare-2.jpg Hobbyists generally prefer resin miniatures because of the stunning a near perfect reproduction of the original sculptures. Board game makers generally prefer plastic because its more durable, and unlike hand-casting, machine cast plastic has reliable/near identical results over thousands and thousands of casts. Whichever option you choose for your pledge, it will be the highest possible quality figure we can achieve. The process is difficult and requires a very talented caster, but the results can be The plastic is PVC and in my opinion is great for organic shapes. PVC is machine injected and the molds are very costly. For a resin vs pvc test check out this image here : https://dl.dropbox.com/u/8161934/experiment-of-death-compare-2.jpg Last updated: Fri, Nov 30 2012 2:45 am EST
Will the miniatures here be available at a later date? ( Resin or Plastic? )
Adam & Anna the explorers of death are the only kickstarter exclusives at this time. I cannot comment on when the other miniatures may be available, but I can say it would be after the rewards for this kickstarter are fulfilled. Please understand that my full attention is on this kickstarter and fulfilling rewards is my first priority! Last updated: Wed, Nov 28 2012 9:08 pm EST
What’s in the game box?
Miniatures included in the base game: 4 Starting Survivor miniatures4 Armor Kits: rawhide, lion, leather, phoenix. Each kit is two female and two male models with interchangeable parts so 16 minis total.7 Monsters - Lion, Phoenix, Antelope, Butcher, Kingsmen, Kings Hand, WatcherUpgrades to every game box: + Unarmored armor kit x 2 (55k) + 2 All new Lantern armor kits, two male and two female (140k) Upgrades to Survivor eligible game boxes: + 1 extra Rawhide armor kits, two female two male (80k) + 1 Plastic Phoenix (105k) + 1 Plastic Watcher + 1 extra Phoenix armor kits, two female two male (200k) + A regiment of Kingsmen, five models ($225k) Please check the main page for optional items. Last updated: Thu, Nov 29 2012 12:49 am EST
Whats the difference between Black Friday Special and the normal pledge level of the same name?
They both give backers the same reward, the only difference is that the early black friday supports on launch day got to lock in their rewards at a slightly reduced rate. Last updated: Sun, Nov 25 2012 8:01 am EST
What scale are your miniatures?
Kingdom Death minis are all 35mm which is comparable to 28mm heroic. For reference, please check out this size comparison shot of an earlier KD miniature: http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/0/5695/1027071/web-grand-mother-scale_900.jpg Last updated: Sun, Nov 25 2012 8:57 pm EST
What miniature parts come in an armor kit?
Each kit comes with the following total parts : 2 x Female Heads 2 x Female Torsos ( two of the same copy ) 4 x Female Arms ( all unique ) 2 x Female Legs ( each are unique ) 2 x Shoulder Pads ( not every kit has shoulder pads, the rawhide has a muffler instead ) Assorted left and right hands with weapons 2 x Male Heads 2 x Male Torsos ( two of the same copy ) 4 x Male Arms ( all unique ) 2 x Male Legs ( each are unique ) 2 x Shoulder Pads ( not every kit has shoulder pads, the rawhide has a muffler instead ) Assorted left and right hands with weapons 4 x bases Enough to create 2 female and 2 male miniatures. Some kits also have accessories , the rawhide kit has a rawhide drum, the lion kit has a whisker harp etc.. These are not attached to hands and can be fitted to the character, the base or not used at all. Last updated: Wed, Nov 28 2012 7:50 pm EST
How do I assemble the armor kits?
The armor kits are multi part miniatures that are broken into several pieces. Generally the head, torso, arms, legs and shoulder pads will all be separate. The intent of the design is to give hobbyists an incredible amount of freedom when it comes to assembling a miniature to represent their survivor. Traditionally miniatures are assembled with glue, but advanced hobbyists might use pins or add magnets to their models. The miniatures are like normal miniatures and need to be glued, pinned or magnetized together. While it would have been cool to make them snap together, it would have ultimately limited their design flexibility and I’d rather have more options for a hobbyist than less! Remember that your survivor miniature need not exactly reflect the gear that you use while playing the game. How accurate your survivor mini is in relation to your survivor in the game is up to you and your gaming group. Last updated: Fri, Nov 30 2012 2:49 am EST
Why don’t the armor kits snap together?
While it would have been cool to make them snap together, it would have ultimately limited their design and flexibility and I’d rather have more options for a hobbyist then less! Last updated: Thu, Nov 29 2012 4:36 am EST
What is an armor kit?
An armor kit is two things. First, is is 4 figures. 2 identical male figures, and 2 identical female figures that represent survivors that have scavenged and crafted gear out of a particular monster. So the Phoenix armor kit has armor designed from the feathers, hide and bones of the Phoenix and weapons crafted out of things like it’s beak. The armor kits show how survivors adapt when fighting different monsters. Second, the armor kits are designed to be compatible with each other. Since the figures in the game come in pieces, you don’t have to put the armor kits together as indicated by their design. Together, all the armor kits have specially designed components that can be mixed and matched. If you want your survivor to have a Phoenix katana and a fur armor body, simply use them to create new combinations. Since there are multiple copies of each part in an armor kit, you can create a new Survivor to represent you as you collect new gear in the game. Advanced hobbyists will also tell you, that a dremel and some rare earth magnets can make the parts swappable on the fly, simply stick a new arm onto your magnetized body. It should be stressed that this level of crafty commitment is not necessary to enjoy the game or the armor kits themselves. Last updated: Fri, Nov 30 2012 2:45 am EST
When is the expected release date for this game?
For Kickstarter backers release date is November 2013. Last updated: Tue, Dec 4 2012 5:25 am EST
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