Into the Unknown: A Solo Campaign for 5e, B/X, and S&W!

Alternate Ending Unlocked!!
almost 6 years ago – Thu, Aug 27, 2020 at 10:49:03 PM

Just like that our last stretch goal has been taken down! I am still blown away by how many people are backing! I thought the last couple stretch goals would be reached maybe at the end of the project. Here we are still in the first half with all of them down!

So what is this stretch goal? I will write in an alternate ending for this story! Since the ending will be relatively similar in each playthrough, I would like to add in another for those who are going to play the module more than once. This will also help keep the sandbox nature of the adventure rather than have the ending be on the railroad tracks (an inevitable feature of many RPG books). This ending will be woven into the fabric of the adventure as to keep the sense of the unknown alive!

We are working on more stretch goals. I plan to release a couple more; however, I do not want to stray too far away from my original vision for this book and project. Also, often stretch goals are a cause of projects running late, so I want to avoid that at all costs as well.

I will update again when I have more for you! Thank you all so much for this support. It has truly meant a lot to me!

All the best,

Ben Barsh

Saturday Night Stretch Goal Smackdown!!
about 6 years ago – Sat, Aug 22, 2020 at 05:34:56 PM

Just like that we take down another stretch goal! Another new class/subclass will be printed in the book! This new subclass allows barbarians to harness the wild and untapped magic that lies within!

For 5th edition, this is quite simple. You will be able to choose Path of the Ruinseeker as your primal path at third level. This subclass will allow you to access the sorcerer spell list, cast spells while raging, and relentlessly cast allowing yourself to exchange physical exhausting for more spell damage (the latter two being unlocked at higher levels).

For B/X and Swords & Wizardry, we will be introducing the barbarian class as an option of play. Along with that, you will be able to choose to be the Path of the Ruinseeker. This will function similar in each edition allowing your barbarian to be opened to their primal magical nature.

The Path of the Ruinseeker Barbarian is woven into the unique lore of Farrador Keep, a college of sorts for those wishing to become adventurers. This subclass does not specifically given any sort of advantage over other during solo play, but it does give a unique twist that allows you to personalize your barbarian more than ever.

Thank you all for the support! This project is taking off far more than we expected. We appreciate you so much!!

All the best,

Ben Barsh

Another Stretch Goal Down!
about 6 years ago – Thu, Aug 20, 2020 at 11:09:27 AM

Just like that we have broken another stretch goal! I will be writing in more paths for your character to take! As we know, your decisions in pick-a-path/solo adventure style books can take you anywhere. This stretch goal will add in more options of adventure. Think of it like a different branch has been unlocked! We will have more maps and art created for this as well! The book will remain levels 1-5; however, it adds more options for you to explore and gives you the opportunity to find more items that may help along the way. 

We are also having more art come in from the team! Check this awesome image out from Francesa Frisinelli!

All the best,

Ben Barsh

Stretch Goal #6 is Down!
about 6 years ago – Wed, Aug 19, 2020 at 08:00:46 AM

There it is once again! We have taken down another stretch goal! I am absolutely blown away on how well this is doing! It is so exciting for me to see so many people excited about solo adventures! This stretch goal unlocks the Elemental Ranger as a new subclass!

The Elemental Ranger is a new subclass of ranger that calls upon four of the natural elements of the world: fire, earth, water, and air. You may now use these forces to amplify attacks, defense, or tactical maneuvering.

This subclass will function more or less the same in each edition this book is being released for. Obviously the mechanics will be different; however, we will stay true to the original abilities and perks for becoming an Elemental Ranger.

The Elemental Ranger is woven into the unique lore of Farrador Keep, a college of sorts for those wishing to become adventurers. This subclass does not specifically given any sort of advantage over other during solo play, but it does give a unique twist that allows you to personalize your ranger more than ever.

This subclass will be available for playtest and review before the books are printed as long as there is interest! If there is interest in this, leave us a comment! If there is enough intriguing minds, we will release these early for you to try out!

There will be unique art pieces made for each subclass we unlock! The art team is currently working on them, so once we have the art finalized, I will share it here! We are unlocking stretch goals faster than we can get the finals done!

That is all for now! Thank you all again!

All the best,

Ben Barsh

200 Backer Stretch Goal Down!!
about 6 years ago – Tue, Aug 18, 2020 at 01:28:21 PM

There it is! 200 backers has been accomplished! What does that mean for you? Good things :)

We will now be printing the map of Farrador (see below) on a 17x11 poster map for you to use! This is absolutely FREE to all physical book backers. You can use this to assist your play or even hang up as a display! Financially we are able to do this for free, so why not right?

Next stretch goal to take down is a new subclass! Let's keep moving ahead!

All the best,

Ben Barsh