Big Photo update!
almost 4 years ago
– Thu, Jul 09, 2020 at 09:07:09 PM
Greetings Overlords!
As promised, we got the production proof in hand and I come bearing photographs! This is going to be a photo-heavy update with me explaining each group of pictures, so let's jump right in!
First up, glamour shots!
Here's a look at the boxes for both the base game and the expansion pack, Misery Loves Company. Additionally, a size comparison of the two boxes. While they are not the same width or height, they are the same length which should facilitate storing them together!
And now, how about a look at the various components of the game? Starting with the base game, here is the game board, and a look at the 3-player reverse side.
Below you'll see our trusty colorblind-friendly meeples which will form your cadre of Lackeys. Then you'll see some of the player boards included in the base game.
One of the absolute most requested updates to the game that we heard (and one of the biggest lessons we learned) were wooden resource tokens that more closely matched the symbols on the board and cards. We think we accomplished that, but you tell me!
Next, let's take a look at what you get in Misery Loves Company! You'll get new World Events, Nefarious Plots and Hero's Quests to add to the Base game...
And you'll also get cards which serve new purposes. The Hero's Journey cards will be used in the 6-player game or any number of players that involves both the Hero and Dragon.
The Secret Schemes provide a new way to earn points at the end of the game. You'll get to pick between two randomly dealt Secret Schemes at the beginning of the game, and you'll reveal them at the end of the game if you have met the requirement!
The Draconic Imperatives are the path to winning for the Dragon when controlled by a player.
Lastly, you'll get to see the Hero Persona cards which come into play and offer a unique ability and affinity when the Hero is controlled by a player.
Here are the six Hero Meeples that will accompany the original Hero (Defender) from the base game! From left to right: Archer, Druid, Minstrel, Fighter, Wizard, Rogue.
And who could forget, Huff the Tragic Dragon!
In a funny turn of events, there may have been a miscommunication or mistranslation between measurements because the Dragon's Hoard overlay came out a little...large.
That will, of course, be corrected before production.
And finally, we have the player boards for the 5 new Overlords and the Hero and Dragon players. You'll also see the Overlords' Lairs.
So that's what you'll get when the game arrives! So what's next? We will quickly work on a few corrections (like the size of the Dragon's Hoard) and get them back to the manufacturer to begin production. Once production finishes, we just have to wait for it to cross the ocean and clear customs...then you'll get your copy!
Oh wait, I suppose there is another picture I can show...
Waffles the Evil Plushie will be available at the same time the game is! Interested in owning one of your own? Pre-order here at a discount off of the official price!
That's all for today folks! See you as soon as I have something new to say.
Until then, I remain your faithful Lackey,
~David