Imbrian Arts Kickstarter!

[Gibbergeist]

I can now announce that my mate Jody Siegel of Imbrian Arts has launched his Kickstarter. This drive is meant to raise enough funds for Jody to keep him working on his range full time!

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http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1463917927/imbrian-arts-miniatures

I´ll update this topic with news and pics in the coming weeks! :)

[Gibbergeist]

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[Gibbergeist]

Some updates regarding Imbrian Arts Kickstarter!


Thank you so much for funding this project. This first 24 hours has been incredibly exciting! Across the net backers have been asking to have the goblin set released so we're making it our first priority. Once we reach this goal you'll be able to buy goblins as a set or individually. New backers can purchase the set as a reward and current backers can simply add the cost of the set to their pledge. Easy!

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And because the stretch was already made you now get a Necromancer Bat with the set for free!

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Also some new stretches/concept art made available!

Vanara Monk:

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The Rider:

The preferred mount of some outriders and desert rangers, a massive prehistoric bird. Difficult to train, but well suited to covering long distances quickly and capable of disemboweling any grown man with a single kick. Most enemies prefer to avoid direct confrontations with these agile and unpredictable creatures.

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[Gibbergeist]

Some more updates!


Update- mini reward

I'm opening up the Necromancer Bat free reward to any backer who's pledged $85 or more once we hit $8,500.

Only fair right?



Rider Unlocked!

The $9000 goal has been released! We'll be able to fund the creation of the cassowary rider. You can add the Cassowary Rider to your order by adding $25 to your pledge for the basic model or $35 for the resin collectors version.


And one more with some art!


New Stretch goal- Asura and Gnoll

Every force includes at least one wizard. The Goblins have the troll druid and necromancer bat, the Undead are raised by powerful liches. The desert set will include an Asura sorceress. We're also including a new gnoll miniature in the set. If the Asura gets funded the gnoll will too, and it will be included free in every order with the Asura in it.


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[Gibbergeist]

Fungeins join the fun!


To help push us over the $12,000 mark and onto the complete desert peoples set I'm releasing Fungeins ahead of schedule! They're quite a lively bunch and the perfect cohorts for your goblin force lead by a Necromancer Bat!

Add them to your order for just $15

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[Gibbergeist]

Next Goal- Desert Set!


The desert set is almost here! The set will cost $85 and include shipping within the US. It consists of an asura sorceress, six creatures, and 7 bones. The Collector's set will consist of resin miniatures, signed concept art cards, a certificate of authenticity, and 7 bone pieces for $155. Also remember that because both these sets are over $85 you will receive the necromancer bat and another bone free!

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Asura and Gnoll Unlocked!

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[Gibbergeist]

Important update: PayPal!


It was brought to my attention that some people aren't able to create amazon accounts and haven't backed the project. I've created an online shop at http://www.imbrianarts.com/shop for these customers. If someone you know falls into this category let them know!

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And another pice of concept art!

Basilisk man - desert creature:


People asked for a larger picture of the basilisk men. I decided a more interesting pose was in order, and an alternate cockatrice head too. The cockatrice version will fit well in a goblin force lead by the troll druid.

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Death Knight!


I'm proud to say that the next stretch goal is for the Undead! The death knight is going to be one of the elite miniatures in your undead force and is the key to unlocking some truly nasty creatures. It may be difficult to tell from the concept, but the death knight's armour is perforated with holes in certain places, much like an elaborate censer, and from these intricately carved holes weep clouds of terror, like velvety black smoke. You can purchase him as an add on by increasing your pledge or at the basic or gamer levels for new backers.

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[Gibbergeist]

Update #15: New Rewards, New Miniatures, New stretch goals!


So many updates!!!! Ok I've added some really great deals to the rewards and backers are jumping on it! I'm offering a deal on every miniature in the kick starter plus every imbrian arts miniature sculpted from 01 Jan 2013 to 01 Jan 2014 for $350. Even better than that is the deal I'm offering for collector's sets. Get every miniature sculpted during 2013 cast in resin plus the concept cards, certificates of authenticity and bones for $550. Both of these rewards are limited to 100 each, so get them while they're here!

Now on to new miniatures! Liches are power wizards whose magic has allowed them to continue their study of necromancy and science well after their body has failed them. Secreting themselves away in their underground tombs they have continued to push the boundaries of science with the aid of their necromantic powers, creating some of the most ghastly monstrosities imaginable. But as the resources of their burial horde dwindle, and the technology of the surface has begun to make gains upon that of the underworld, they must venture fourth again in order to enslave and harness what can be learned of the outside world.

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[Gibbergeist]

Update #16: Piper Unlocked, Free Ifrit, and Monk WIP


The piper has been unlocked and we're well on our way to unlocking the next stretch goal, a free miniature! The Ifrit is a creature who is part of the desert peoples. If this stretch goal is unlocked any backer who pledges $110 or more will get one for free. Let's make it happen!

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I also have some WIP shots of the monk which is currently under way and will be finished in a few more days!

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[Gibbergeist]

Update #17: Free Ifrit unlocked! Next stretch goal, zombies


We're blazing through are stretch goals! The Ifrit has been unlocked and will be included in your order for FREE if you pledge $110 or more.

The next 3 stretch goals are aimed at creating a pack of zombies for the undead set. You can pick them up in the set, as a single add on, or in a 3 pack once all three are unlocked.

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[GentleBen]

Hey where are the pics of the goblins? :)

I've wanted that goblin set for some time, and might have ordered it but for concerns over the cost and potential snags involved with international shipping. I haven't pledged yet since cash is tight around the holidays. Maybe I can convince someone to throw $100 at it for my Christmas present.

Even if I don't end up pledging it will be nice to know those goblins will finally be more accessible. They are like a perfect union of Confrontation and Brian Froud whimsy.

[Gibbergeist]

well international shipping is 'only' $4,-! ;)


Nothing like a good death spore.

Update 21 brings you pics of the monk, an unlocked zombie 3pack and the newest stretch goal, Death Spores!

Death spores are a favourite past time of many liches. It can take decades to train the fungi, but through careful grooming it can start to take on a corpse like appearance. Death spore sculpture is considered to be an art form which can take centuries to master. And indeed the fruit of this labour is the delight of seeing its hapless victims fall prey and be consumed by the angry fungus. Aaah death spores.

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The zombie 3pack has been unlocked! you can now add it to your order as an add on.

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The monk is complete! He's looking awesome if you don't mind my saying. I'm pretty happy with him.

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[GentleBen]

well international shipping is 'only' $4,-! ;)

I was referring to before the Kickstarter when the goblin set was first released and Imbrian arts was still based in Australia. :)

I honestly never checked shipping costs but preferred rates are usually around $20 for Australia. And then there were concerns it could get hung up in customs which randomly happens every once in awhile.

Anyway if international backers can get shipping for $4 for this then that's a good deal.

[Gibbergeist]

Lets try a different approach with the undead set. We'll fund this set with 8 basic miniatures and your choice of either the Shadow or Bound Corpse Knight as your 9th miniature. I love them both so I'll let you choose what goes into your set. Our target for this deal is $33,000.

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A corpse knight is born when a necromancer takes the body of a recently slain warrior and binds its soul within its body before it can escape. A black candle is placed upon the fallen warrior's head and once the invocation is complete it lights itself with an erie flicker. In the case of this knight, a slain orc warrior, formidable as a living opponent becomes an implacable foe, immune to any pain, and fighting with the cunning and ferocity of his living brethren.

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It's not unusual for a necromancer to enlist the aid of demons in their works. A shadow is one type of demon that is commonly attributed to necromancy. These nightmarish creatures stalk unsuspecting foes. They are terrified of light, but nevertheless require a small amount to create a path with which they can travel toward their prey. Be wary of the full moon!

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[Gibbergeist]

Imbrian Arts is in the final days of its Kickstarter and things are going very well! But they can still can do a whole lot better so if you have thought of backing but haven't done so yet then please don't wait till it's too late and do so now!


Free Goblins!

Thanks to the paypal contributions, the jungle goblins have been unlocked! You'll now receive 3 FREE goblins with every pledge over $25! You can now get $50 worth of free miniatures with a $110 pledge!

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Our next goal is the Forest Elemental. A huge 70mm figure and full of intricate detail. Trust me, you're going to want one!

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Ammit and Dragon sneak peak

One of the things I mentioned in comments was that this game is going to sport some really monstrous creatures. Gods and demons like Ammit the devourer, Charon, Behemoth, massive ogres, sea dragons, lich constructs and more. I promised you a picture of a dragon I have been dreaming about for a couple of years.

Ammit the devourer is a demon that can be summoned by the Asura. We still have a few creatures to unlock before we can add him but he will be available once we hit $55K

Stories say that when you die, your heart is placed upon the scales of justice, and if it's heavier than a feather, Ammit will devour your soul!

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This sea dragon is our first peak at some of the sea folk and ocean themed creatures. He's a huge monster and I can promise it's going to be nothing short of awe inspiring to see in the flesh. If we can reach $100k he'll be able to make an appearance on your table.

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[Gibbergeist]

Last hours of the Kickstarter and i don't have to tell you that if you want to be part of it you'd better hurry up! ;)


Last stretch!

Less than 24 hours to go! Here's a preview of the miniatures that will make up the Jungle Set. After the Demon Ammit unlocks at $55,000 the Jungle set will unlock at $64,000. Ammit will be available as an add on for $30 or $60 for resin. We can do this!

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The Wild Elves!

The Elementalist has been unlocked! We're now just a few miniatures away from a complete jungle set!

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Of the many inhabitants of the deep jungles, The wild elves are probably the most cunningly cruel. They live completely apart from other races and respond to most forms of human diplomacy with the spear point.

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