Writing Update
7 months ago
– Mon, Jan 19, 2026 at 06:25:41 AM
Hey Everyone!
Inti and I had a long editing session last night while our DM was unable to play. I thought we were on a quick smoothing over a final read. The creativity was flowing, and the pizza was fresh and hot.
We're going to need a few more editing sessions to make this an even better book. We don't need a ton of time, but a little more than I thought. We covered about 25% of the book. So 2-3 more sessions and we'll have it ready for a final proof.
We are super close!
Surveys are out
7 months ago
– Fri, Jan 09, 2026 at 04:44:01 AM
Surveys were emailed about a week ago. We are 80% complete!
If you haven't seen it, it might be in your spam folder. You can check your name or email address using this link: https://primal-encounters-5e.backerkit.com. I've messaged a few of you directly about your status.
If you have any questions or would like me to resend your survey directly, just let me know.
Progress on the book
I'm going through some final edits before some final proofing can be done. Once it is ready, it will take some time to produce a test copy to approve before I can order and ship the final product.
The one section that does need your help is the thank-you page, which is completed when you fill out your survey. I know it's not 100% necessary to complete the book. As with all campaigns, there are stragglers who haven't completed the survey. I've noticed that most have had adjustments to how their name is presented, so I will use only first names for any folks who have not filled out the survey by the time the book goes to press.
Progress on the 2024 Beast deck and other PDFs
All that is left is the hyperlinked indexing and completing some new illustrations. Once the survey period has closed, I will begin releasing PDFs via Backerkit. They will be available as they are completed.
December update
8 months ago
– Mon, Dec 29, 2025 at 12:06:43 PM
Hey folks!
Hope you all had a great holiday, and looking forward to a new year just around the corner. I wanted to check in with everyone with an update on where things are on the project.
Primal Encounters Book
The text is just going through final edits. We added a few more pages to the index since I decided to expand the entire unique attributes section. Then a final proofread while I'm waiting on art.
Because I don't need a large number of books, I'm using the vendor I picked for this smaller run. That means it will be a bit more expensive for me, but you'll all get your books sooner than expected.
Rachael Quinlin has shared this sketch of the painting she's working on.
PDFs
I will be releasing the PDFs as they are ready to send. While some are ready now, I need to have the surveys completed before distribution begins.
Primal Deck of Beasts 2024 edition
The PDF for this set will be ready sometime in January, I believe. All that is being worked on is new artwork. I will also make them available as a printed deck via DriveThruRPG.
Here's the new giant goat.
Surveys
The surveys should be going out shortly. I want to do a "smoke test" first. This small group should let me know that everything is running smoothly. If the surveys bounce back to me, I'll reach out to those individuals via the Kickstarter messages with a link to access the survey.
If you're moving or plan to move in the next few months, you can update your survey or let me know, and I can do it for you. I don't lock down the address until I'm ready to ship. There will be plenty of updates on progress, including messages about your address being locked down. Even then, you can reach out before you get a tracking number.
You Did It!
9 months ago
– Thu, Dec 04, 2025 at 08:00:01 AM
Thanks to you, we sailed past the goal point and even achieved a few stretch goals. I can't thank you enough. I also can not wait for you to have this book in your hands.
Next, we'll go through the normal Kickstarter process of collecting funds. The Backerkit surveys will be built during this time.
We are waiting for a few pieces of artwork to add to the book. At the same time, the last bits of editing are taking place.
More updates will come during this whole process.
Stretch Goals Hit!
9 months ago
– Wed, Dec 03, 2025 at 07:06:41 AM
Hi Everyone!
Just wanted to let you know we've passed two stretch goals! Congrats to us all. I'll be adding a backer page of thanks to the book and sending out an additional PDF to folks.
We have 24 hours left, and we are definitely going to celebrate tomorrow. More updates to come once the campaign is over.
