Heckna! Carnival Horror Campaign Setting for 5e DnD
Created by Hit Point Press
Will you see through the glitzy and glamorous charade or fall prey to Heckna’s everlasting torment?
Latest Updates from Our Project:
Master Timeline Update
about 3 years ago
– Thu, Apr 08, 2021 at 09:33:50 PM
Hey Backers!
This update is going to have a lot of information, but before we get started, we’d like to share a message from the team.
When determining the original production timelines and fulfillment estimates for Heckna, we didn’t accurately take into account the length, toll and impact the pandemic would have not only on the project, but on the wellbeing of our freelancers and team members and how that would be reflected in the rollout of rewards. Combined with regular, anticipated project delays, it’s safe to say that we’re behind schedule.
We’d like to apologize for not meeting the original expectations that we set for Heckna. We’re so grateful for the patience and understanding you’ve all offered us and truly get any frustration or disappointment you may have regarding delays. We’re committed to sacrificing you to Hec...er, getting you to The Revelia as soon as we’re able.
To address this, the team sat down last week to discuss the timelines and get an accurate assessment of the production schedule. With a more realistic timeline laid out, we wanted to make it available for backers ASAP (as we know we’ve been talking about a beta release for a few months now, it’ll be worth the wait!).
Writing/Editing
Chapter 0(Intro/how to play)- Content Edit in progress
Chapter 1(Jolly Jamboree) - Proof/Copy Edit in progress
Chapter 2(Dismaydium) - Content Edit Complete
Chapter 3(Fun House) - Content Edit in progress
Appendices (Monsters, NPCS, etc) - Content Edit in progress
Shuffled Stories - Content Edit in progress
Stats/Rules - In Review
Are We the Baddies - First Draft
Dastardly Disco - Writing complete, Shuffled Stories element in progress.
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Estimated Completion of Writing Component May 24, 2021
Beta Release
With the writing in mind and where things are at with editing, we are planning on releasing design light versions of the documents along with a survey.
The Survey: With every release, we'll be sending a survey along so we can get your feedback to make sure this is the best book we can possibly make! Any and all feedback is welcome. There will be a 2 week period for each section as they come out.
Beta Schedule
May 10 - Appendices (Monsters, NPCS, etc)
Survey remains open from May 10 - May 31
May 31 - Chapter 0, Chapter 1
Survey remains open from May 31 - June 14
June 14 - Chapter 2
Survey remains open from June 14 - June 28
June 28 - Chapter 3
Survey remains open from June 28 - July 12
July 12 - Appendices (Are We the Baddies, Dastardly Disco, Shuffled Stories)
Survey remains open from July 12 - July 28
Any additional edits from those reviews will be roped into the final design timeline.
Art/Design
A lot of the art and design is already on the way. At this point, the art is around 66% complete. With the revisions and edits to the later chapters still ongoing, we anticipate having an art sprint endJuly 16, 2021.
With that in mind, design ofthe final bookis set to be completed byAugust 16,2021, and prepped for production.
Digital release of the final design would be in September2021.
Production
From the end of design to receiving the product at our doorsteps, we're looking at 3 months, including the freight from the end of the book design.
We anticipate having everything (minus the miniatures) in the warehouse by December 15th.
Minis
Minis take forever to produce—from the completion of the models to the completion of the run, it's around 8 months. It is likely any order with minis will be fulfilled in Jan.2022, aswe anticipate getting them in the warehouse by mid-January, 2022.
Fulfillment
Charging Credit Cards Jan 3, 2022
Locking in Addresses Jan 3, 2022
Fulfillment start Jan 5, 2022
Please keep in mind, fulfillment will likely take 3-4 months because of the number of orders. That, in conjunction with Covid, makes it difficult to pinpoint how quickly we'll be able to tackle fulfillment. As we near this date we'll create a release list so everyone knows the schedule we're working from.
Timeline Graphic
Here's everything we've discussed above as a graphic to help clarify where everything is at!
Final Stretch Goal Unlocked + Music, Minis and More!
about 3 years ago
– Fri, Apr 02, 2021 at 02:44:28 AM
Hey backers!
With April just started, we have some exciting updates for you! No fooling here!
Pin the Flail on the Donkey (Art by Anneliese Mak)
750K Stretchgoal hit! Heckna Comic Unlocked!
The 750k comic stretch goal has officially been unlocked through BackerKit! We’re so excited to work with Gail Simone on this project and can’t wait to share more stories from The Revelia with you. Thank you to everyone who pledged and preordered to help us reach this goal!
Project Process!
We're planning on posting an update early next week just about the project process, timelines, previews, and fulfillment estimates. It's going to be a big one as there's lots of content to cover. In the meantime look below for previews of some of the latest and greatest!
Heckna's Hellish Howlings - Music to Die For!
Heckna! Kickstarter preview of the album made by Mint Potion! These tracks are going through their final passes and will soon be available to backers! This preview is not listed so please keep private for now! ;)
Please note this is still in progress and things may change between this and the final versions.
Track Listing (Please note some are out of order in the video)
PDF and Minis Update + Sideshow Adventure Preview!
about 3 years ago
– Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 09:42:22 PM
Hey backers!
Got some new progress that we'd like to share on the book, minis and more!
Book/PDF Progress
We have some news on the writing front! The entire book is currently under revision. We’ve brought on a secondary writer as well as a new editor to help with development and content edits during this revision process! Right now, we anticipate that should be done by the end of March, which means we can look at releasing the beta within the weeks following wrapping up those edits.
We know we had an earlier estimate in the past, but we really want to make sure everything is up to snuff before it gets released. Thank you for your patience! We’ll keep you updated on the revision process.
Minis
The artists have been hard at work sculpting new minis! Take a look at who’s joined The Revelia recently.
En"thralled"
Heckin' Pets
Myrmidion
Snout
Heckna Himself
Revelers
Sugar Rush
Sideshow Adventure Preview: Dastardly Disco
As apart of the stretch goals we promised to make an additional side quest for your party to partake in! We're building this so you can use it as apart of the main campaign or a stand alone piece, let us know what you think!
Slap on your dancing shoes and boogie on over to the Dastardly Disco! This never-ending party overflows with music, bright lights, and a host of enticing new dance partners. Think you can keep up?
You’ll never want to leave this party! (As if that was even an option…)
Hellvis MCing the worst dance party ever! (Art by Justin Chan)
One of Hellvis' groupies! (Art by Anneliese Mak)
Deep in the bayou lurks these the Hellbilly, will you survice their crooning? (Art by Anneliese Mak)
That's a hell of an agonizing accordion! (Art by Justin Chan)
A porcelain prancer wishes to dance, care to take a spin? (Art by Justin Chan)
Beta and Minis Update + Tunnel of Love Preview!
over 3 years ago
– Tue, Jan 19, 2021 at 01:29:34 PM
Happy new year, backers! Here’s our first update of 2021 with some more information on editing for the beta release, a look at some fresh minis designs and a closer look at the Tunnel of Love!
Book/PDF Progress
In our last update, we mentioned our editing team was hard at work with some major development edits and revisions. Some less fun news is that revisions are still ongoing, but we also have good news! We’re looking at bringing on another writer to help with this process.
Though we don’t have a date for the beta release just yet, with more hands-on deck it will come sooner rather than later. Thanks for your patience!
Minis Update - Got Your Nose!
The Got Your Nose set is complete! What do you think? We certainly wouldn’t want to meet any of these shady characters in a dark alley in The Revelia.
*Designs subject to change.
The Tunnel of Love
Are you feeling the love? Settle into a swan boat with a loved one and get whisked away on a romantic ride through this heart-shaped tunnel! Did we mention it’s anatomically correct?
The Tunnel of Love is one of The Revelia’s most iconic rides--just ask the many Plasma Punks who loiter outside! Try to ignore their teasing, that outfit looks great on you, actually.
Please keep your arms and legs inside the ride at all times. Consume the contents of the red river (probably wine) at your own discretion.
Take a jaunty ride down the Tunnel of Love! 2 people per boat please! (Art by Justin Chan)
Come take a dip! (Art by Justin Chan)
Who knows what other excitement the Tunnel of Love has in store, be sure to check it out on your next trip to the Revelia!
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PDF Update + Popcorn Swarm Preview!
over 3 years ago
– Sat, Dec 05, 2020 at 07:29:12 PM
Hey backers!
We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy as we approach the end of a year more fitting to experience in The Revelia! Here’s a quick update on some of the progress we’ve made since wrapping up the campaign.
Book/PDF Progress
The writing is done! (Whoo!) The next step is editing. Heckna is currently undergoing some reconstructive surgery (Sophie may or may not be involved) with a major round of developmental edits and revisions, which the team anticipates to be complete by the end of the year. Once this is complete, we can look towards releasing a beta version.
These Revellers won't let us leave till we finish the book! (Art by Michael Okoroagha)
Minis Update
Our artists are currently still working to build the remaining minis and are eager to share some models with you once they’re complete! We know many of you are waiting patiently for a look at a few more of the minis before completing your survey. Rest assured, we want to make sure that we provide a preview of a couple more before locking surveys to ensure everyone who is interested in minis gets the opportunity to add them to their pledge.
Paladin Thrall (pose not final)
Bard Thrall (pose not final)
Popcorn! or is it? (model not final)
We’re looking forward to sharing the finals with you when they're ready!
Playing Card Art Update
Here are a few more previews of the amazing art on the playing card deck.
Aracne by Felix Klaer
Thrall by Felix Klaer
Packaging Update!
We've started to work on some of the of the packaging elements for the items. Here's a breakdown of what the box for the dice will look like!
Dice Box Preview
Dice box design
Wait is that a new Logo???
Yup! While working on the packaging design we came into some issues with how the current logo looked so we went back to the drawing board and improved the logo while we were at it! Let us know what you think! :D
