Hey everyone!

Evan here, and we've knocked down yet another stretch goal! Work on the Foundry VTT module is already well underway and I was able to get into touch with the nice folks at Alchemy VTT and (while they're very busy currently) there is a chance we could get Nimble support on Alchemy in the coming months as well.




The next stretch goal is for an upgraded GM screen for the backers at the Boxed Set pledge tier. It was originally planned to be a 4 panel screen made of card stock and honestly it would have been good enough.

BUT what I'd really like to give you all is a more legit premium GM screen. Not just cardstock—but thicc, stable greyboard panels like the official D&D screens. And since this GM screen is smaller to begin with (A5 sized instead of A4), FIVE panels would provide a bit more coverage around your secret GM notes than 4 panels (and more space for quick reference notes on the GM side). It'll be the perfect size for using at the table, not too tall to where it blocks your vision, and not to small to where it doesn't adequately intimidate your players. 💪  

Unfortunately, the GM screen is only for the people backing at the Boxed Set tier...BUT the next stretch goal is for EVERYONE. A spicy new Shadowmancer subclass?? Maybe...

I'm going to try a test livestream with some youtubers a little later today (~2:15 pm EST) maybe it'll work? Maybe we'll have technical difficulties? Join us and find out! Let me know if this is something you're interested in doing more of, I'm thinking of doing a livestream read though of the full draft rules & classes. Leave a comment if that sounds interesting to you.

Someone from the community has created a Nimble reddit page for those of you into that sort of thing! https://www.reddit.com/r/nimble5e/

Which would you like the most? Songweaver (Bard), Shepherd (Cleric), Hunter (Ranger), Commander (Fighter), Stormshifter (Druid), Swift (Monk).

Hello all, Evan Here, congrats on knocking out yet another stretch goal! The adventure is now going to support up to level 4 and have some branching paths to take as well! Excited about this one, work on that will be underway shortly.



Next up at $140k, is exploring VTT support! We're still in the very early stages, there are a lot of moving parts, and no guarantees when it comes to 3rd party platforms and custom software development—BUT things are looking good. I'm already doing some exploratory work on having a Foundry module created with an experienced Foundry developer with a track record of delivering.

I've also reached out to the folks at Alchemy VTT (waiting to hear back), and am open to working with others, but we don't have an unlimited budget for development. So I will have to prioritize. Whatever your favorite VTT is may not make the cut. That said, Nimble 5e will have a very open license and I'll definitely encourage people to create and develop things that the community can use.

This is the Nimble take on the 5e warlock. Not only do you get to sweet talk *ancient horrors* into lending you their power, this might just be the first time a class can summon hordes of minions and NOT slow the game down to an agonizing crawl. It plays super fast and very differently than all of the other classes, it's really one of my favorites. Here's a flavor video for you, and the link to download the class preview packet is down below, after the backer jump.

100k

Just as I start planning one stretch goal, we've already knocked it down!

The project has been so successful that I can officially announce some book upgrades! First, the early bird Oathbreaker class. Instead of a separate printed leaflet for only the early backers, I wanted to upgrade that and include it in the book properly. This means that everyone will now get it for free, hope that's okay with everyone!

On top of that, you all have unlocked the funding needed to develop the SPELLBLADE subclass. The art is below, and development on both of those, as of yesterday, is now underway!




I'm working with a designer on upgrading the spell cards and character sheets too! (Work in Progress preview below, art not final)




Also, at 100k, we have officially unlocked BIG Legendary Monster cards as a free upgrade to everyone at the boxed set tier! These are 10 tarot sized cards with full art on one side, to impress (and intimidate) players, and an easy to run statblock on the back so you don't have to go flipping through books while running it.





Next Stretch Goal is for everyone, at 120k we're upgrading the adventure to support 1 more level of play and a sandbox style "choose your quest" layout for this and any future updates, for more freeform play.

Quick update on the personal side, it's been... a week, I've been sick and now some of my kids are too, so if there is a slight delay in responding to comments & questions, that's why! I'm slowly getting caught up though. Some additional FAQs have been added as well.

Thank you all, next week: class previews! Which class would you like to know more about first? I'm interested to know, leave a comment please

– Evan @ Nimble Co.


PS. the free preview has been updated with some clarifications & wording changes, clarifying what dying means and some other small things. And will continue to be updated, so check back every once in a while for the latest preview doc.

Wow... I'm blown away.

The response has been absolutely amazing. Thanks to all of you, the project is off to a great start: we funded in just about 15 minutes yesterday and are currently over 1000% of our original funding goal. 🤯 I am so very thankful for you all, with your help I promise to make this the absolute best it can be!

Now onto the Mystery Subclass reveal! The OATHBREAKER!
Man I'm so excited for this, I can't even tell you... Instead of being a regular subclass chosen at level 3, this is going to be a special Story Driven Subclass. A player will be able to choose this subclass at ANY point along the level curve, when the story demands it. I love the idea of someone playing an Oathsworn, and watching something terrible happen (losing a party member, BBEG tempting or backstabbing them) and the BREAKING THEIR OATH... wow, that just seems too cool.

I waited to announce any stretch goals since I wanted to hear what YOU all are most interested in. As much as I'd love to, I don't think I can do ALL of them, but I want to do as many as I can. Let me know which ones to prioritize. 

Fancy Dice. We've all got plenty of dice, but do we have enough fAnCy dice? (Included for free in the Boxed Set)
Cloth Map. Who doesn't love a cloth map? Art TBD, likely of the adventure area for the starting adventure. (Included for free in the Boxed Set)
BIG Legendary Monster Cards. Full are on one side to show (and intimidate) your players. Easy to read statblock on the back for convenience. Tarot Sized. (Included for free in the Boxed Set)
More Subclasses. Let me know what you're most excited about. Spellblade? (Included for free with all tiers).
Metal Action Trackers. Honestly, you don't need these, you can use dice or just your memory, 3 isn't that hard to count to. But having a hefty metal physical thing to interact with... mmm something about that...  (Included for free in the Boxed Set)
Holofoil Cards. Shiny. Need I say any more?  (Included for free in the Boxed Set)
Bigger Adventure. Up to level 4? Level 5? A sandbox style choose your own adventure?  (Included for free with all tiers).

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If you want more than one (or have any other ideas), leave a comment and let me know which others you'd like 2nd, 3rd...

<3 you all

– Evan @ Nimble Co.