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MBS Podcast Episode 32
« on: July 20, 2018, 05:14:32 pm »


Better late than never, it's Episode 32 of the MBS podcast! In this episode, Greg and Andy sit down with Derek, the creator of Sky Relics. Derek provides some insights into the full story on the game's creation, some background on its setting, and the pros and cons of running a successful gaming Kickstarter. Later, Greg and Andy discuss the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of their own experiences as Kickstarter backers

Sky Relics Interview: 34 Min

Kickstarter Experiences: 1 Hr 30 Min

http://www.manbattlestations.com/blog/2018/07/20/episode-32/

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Re: MBS Podcast Episode 32
« Reply #1 on: July 21, 2018, 05:13:18 pm »

 Congratulations again for an excellent and thought-provoking podcast!

 A few notes I had after listening - the overarching theme of Kickstarter was intriguing to hear, especially the opinions of it. My own views have altered slightly since hearing them and frankly to the detriment of KS projects; As it has been reinforced that the entire model of the site is not an elaborate form of pre-ordering but more to support individuals with limited funds but a great idea ( The mural example ), it occurs to me that I should steer clear of large companies asking for handouts in this way. Further, that in order to make sure my gamble is more secure, I should carefully check out each KS proposer and only risk my money on those with a proven track record of delivery and timeliness . . . Which would tend to be the large companies.
 Bit of a paradox there. :) Anyway, nothing has come down the KS canal in over a twelvemonth that I've been remotely interested in, so that's probably fine :)

 Though I might make an exception in the case of your guest's "Sky Relics" game - Such a lot of work and detail in this background, and what sounds like quite a premise, for once backed up by a solid and unusual rules set; Listening to his description of the damage system with the "stepped" approach to armor and systems, I was struck by the similarity to the Full Thrust game's most interesting and yet least-played faction the Phalon ( Sigh Yes, the ones that are actually modeled on snails . . . ) and then of course he explains that a regular FT player assisted with that part of things as well as his own real-world experience. Made a lot of sense, and I might be interested in having a look when payday rolls around . . .

 . .  Assuming that Warcradle don't release another wave of pre-orders for old Spartan DW sculpts in the meanwhile. I was surprised that that topic didn't come up at all in the podcast, though I suppose they are hardly new items, so it wouldn't fit that segment; And yes, I have made an order :D

 

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Re: MBS Podcast Episode 32
« Reply #2 on: July 27, 2018, 06:13:12 pm »
Thanks Covertwalrus. Yes, Kickstarter is an interesting thing and certainly good for discussion. Definitely a double-edged sword for sure.

Don't worry, I ordered some Chinese destroyers from the first wave of Warcradle Classics; just got the shipping notification, so hopefully they'll be here soon! I was actually kinda surprised I was able to get them; Chinese Federation models are in short supply after the Fall of Spartan, and since these waves are going to be limited runs I figured I'd miss out. I'm hoping they're going to do a run of the Chinese dragons and cruisers, but I'm not getting my hopes up.
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Re: MBS Podcast Episode 32
« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2018, 12:13:08 am »
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Don't worry, I ordered some Chinese destroyers from the first wave of Warcradle Classics; just got the shipping notification, so hopefully they'll be here soon! I was actually kinda surprised I was able to get them; Chinese Federation models are in short supply after the Fall of Spartan, and since these waves are going to be limited runs I figured I'd miss out. I'm hoping they're going to do a run of the Chinese dragons and cruisers, but I'm not getting my hopes up.

 Yes, since that message I recieved soem information myself includign a nice note from Samantha at Wayland Games Dispatch, informing me how their system operates, which cleared it all up - well, enough for me to order again, namely a squadron of Tiksis. :D

 Just a note from discussion with Stuart and Richard; All of these waves of old Spartan models not only have to be perfect pulls from the molds, they are all models without metal or arcrylic parts; Only resin parts will be made by Warcradle, although, for these Spartna original ones, they may consider havign abatch lot of metal parts cast out of house to complete sought0after items if it's "commercially viable".

 In practical terms, if the Pakhtusov modular battleship mold exists and still works, the only variant that Warcradle will produce will be the all-resin MKI assault infantry carrier.