UPDATES- PROGRESS
about 1 year ago
– Sat, May 17, 2025 at 06:48:17 PM
WHERE THINGS STAND
WRITING
Writing is underway, but this is not something we can share until its done, approved, edited and in the basic layout. So not much we can talk about just yet here. I know everyone is excited, its just a slow process and several of the amazing people we work with had a few other projects to finish up, real life moves, and other such things that come up.
I feel confident major writing progress will happen between now and the end of July. Though I'm not saying it will be done by then, just that we can give a substantial update nearer to that time. In any case, we are well on track to deliver by the time the campaign lists.
ART
Several backer pieces of art have been done and others are in progress. If you haven't responded to the email, please do. We are getting these done first. After backer art we are moving on to the monsters and the three city images we are going to do. Other art will wait until the writing is done so we know what's needed.
Based on where we are at and when we will have something substantial to share, I believe I'll hold off on updating again until August. I plan on having some art we can share at that time.
Thanks for your patience and we are excited to continue bringing you mote Secret World!
SECRET WORLD ON FANTASY GROUNDS VTT
about 1 year ago
– Tue, Apr 15, 2025 at 09:41:08 AM
SECRET WORLD ON FANTASY GROUNDS
FANTASY GROUNDS VTT
The VTT module for Fantasy Grounds is available as of today. This is another step forward in making the setting available to play with friends near and far. We are excited to be able to offer VTT options and will continue to explore new options as we move forward.
FOUNDRY VTT?
In our latest Kickstarter for the Secret World, The North America supplement, we offered the Foundry VTT as an option. that is still being worked and will be delivered as promised to our backers. We had Fantasy Grounds in the works for a bit and they just happen to come through first.
MONTHLY UPDATE
about 1 year ago
– Sat, Mar 29, 2025 at 11:16:38 AM
WORK CONTINUES
WRITING
Writing has begun, right now there isn't a whole lot to share on that front. When we get closer to having a city or a new NPC written up, we may share some to let you all see how it is progressing. All this is subject to general approvals as always.
ART
Art is in the early phases as well. Once we get sketches and have some basics to share, we will start to put those in the announcements as well.
BACKER ART
All backers who have character art options will be emailed tomorrow. Please keep a look out for the email from [email protected] It will have the directions for submitting information to get your characters done.
We will do another update the last Saturday of April and continue end of month updates. For now, just know that we are ahead of schedule but if things change we will also update you.
Thanks for backing,
Brandon
STARBREAKER: STAR MARINES LAUNCHES APRIL 1ST
about 1 year ago
– Mon, Mar 24, 2025 at 10:51:35 AM
In the gritty sci-fi setting Starbreaker, the galaxy has been shattered by war, and civilization is in the process of rebuilding. At the heart of this civilization is the Star System Alliance and its first line of defense: the Star Marines Corps.
"WE ARE THE SWORD. WE ARE THE SHIELD."
The Star Marines defend the SSA against invaders left over from the war, criminal syndicates, corporate warlords, and all who declare themselves enemies of the Alliance. To protect what is theirs, reclaim what was taken, and maintain the sovereignty of the SSA, the Star Marines charge boldly into the void!
Starbreaker: Star Marines put you in the armor of a Star Marine. You and your squad are tasked with taking on the dangerous missions that keep the Star Systems Alliance from being torn apart by its countless enemies. Grab your rifle and load up, Marine! It's time to get to work!
BY THE NUMBERS
- 7 Star Marine Professions - everyone's a specialist!
- 6 New Vehicles - arrive in style, well-armed and well-armored!
- 3 One-sheet Adventures - so you can hit the ground running!
- 1 Adventure Generator - create endless Star Marine Missions!
Starbreaker: Star Marines is a setting supplement for the Starbreaker roleplaying game using the Savage Worlds rules system. Here's a look at what you'll find inside with new content for every Starbreaker player and GM:
New Character Options: Create your own Star Marine! Every squad member has a specialty profession, such as the Heavy Gunner, the Combat Engineer, or the Drone Tech. You can further customize your hero with new Edges representing specialized training, or even the new Power Armor Arcane Background.
Gear and Vehicles: Gear up with the best armor and weapons the Star Marines have to offer—including the Marine Corps' famous power armor suits. Then climb into one of a half-dozen battle-ready transport rigs and get ready to roll!
Invaders, Beasts, and Other Threats: Discover the wide array of enemies arrayed against the Star Systems Alliance! From alien invaders, to corporate mercenaries, to rogue assault drones, they're all here, ready to face your marines in the field of battle.
The Siren Belt: Explore the dangerous and exciting sector where the SSA, the Corporations, and other factions fight for control of planetary resources and recently-discovered alien artifacts. This sandbox gives you everything you need to kick off your Star Marines adventures in a richly-detailed new section of the Starbreaker galaxy.
Surveys and Pre Orders
about 1 year ago
– Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 07:53:13 PM
SURVEYS ARE OUT!
We have sent surveys to everyone now. You can confirm your orders and add on anything if you wish.
Things to keep in mind
- As the survey will remind you, we will not collect money for printing or shipping now. That will be collected when the codes are sent.
- The book is being worked on, it will be several months yet before it is completed. We will update monthly on progress. We will share art and bits as we go along so you can see what we have done.
- Everything must be approved by Funcom, so be patient as we go through the process. Funcom has been amazing to work with but they do not have unlimited time, so we send things in batches for approval rather then hitting them daily.
- We will not need your address in this survey, that will be given in DTRPG for you're shipping and printing then.
- If you don't have a DTRPG account, set one up and make sure that's the email you give us in the survey.
Pre Orders are open
- If you have friend who missed the Kickstarter, show them the pre order website and they can still order books now.
STARBREAKER: STAR MARINES
Next Month on April 1st we are launching Starbreaker: Star Marines. That Kickstarter will start and end and deliver before the Secret World North America does. There are a few reasons and I want to let you know its not because we aren't working on the Secret World North America.
- Starbreaker is the sole property of Star Anvil Studios, we don't need approvals to move ahead with any part of the project.
- Nearly all the art was art we held out from the first book because it wasn't needed with what we finalized.
- Most of the writing was also completed, it just didn't fit with the final theme we focused on.
- We have multiple people working on different projects at different times. So, this isn't abnormal or something to be concerned about.
In short, we are working hard on the Secret World: North America and it is progressing on schedule.
