Abby Normal

21/03/2024

Return of the Tripods update!

We are thrilled to share that things are moving along really nicely. We are currently ahead of schedule.

Our manufacturing center in the UK is in full swing, the Pacific manufacturing is just wrapping up production and our US facilities will have the US orders at the front of the que in April.

Additionally, the rule books first draft will be sent to our outside review team around the end of March. Feedback from these readers will then be taken and applied to the book before finalizing and sending to the printers. (A period of 2 weeks)

Lastly, for all the digital backers who have been awaiting their files. We will release the digital files when the book is locked in and sent to the printers. Digital books will be sent to all backers and for those who orders the STLs for 3D Printing will receive them at the same time.

Thank you everyone again for you incredible support, we are on track and excited to get this game into your hands.

19/02/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT!

For all of you who have patiently waited in the UK, we are incredibly excited to share that we have recieved the feedback from the volunteers who had their collections tested with the printer in the UK.

With a big thumbs up; we are GO with printing. This is a huge win for everyone and we are thrilled knowing how much this helps you all.

Thank you so much with your patience while we worked to make this happen.

Backerkit has now closed and we are now finalising everyones orders and organising the printing of all of your collections.

Overlord heroes are being finalised, one example is in the picture shown here! Bringing the fury of the highlands, this Scotsman brings in guerilla tactics and arms the local populace against the Martian threat...

14/02/2024

Do not miss out!!

There are only 48 hours left to make any changes to you order or create a new pledge.

https://return-of-the-tripods-www-kickstarter-com.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders

Once it's closed, there will be no more availability until we open our online shop, which will happen when we've completed everyones deliveries for the Kickstarter.

A massive thank you to everyone that has supported us so far, we are incredibly grateful.

Huge love - the Abby Normal Team

07/02/2024

To those who are here to defend Earth and those who are here to conquer it, please take a minute to make the most of the late pledge manager!

https://return-of-the-tripods-www-kickstarter-com.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders

Those who pledged on Kickstarter and need to finalise their order, please make sure you're getting on to get your orders ready.

Those who'd like to make a late pledge, this is the best time to do so. The best deals available will close, February 15th.

DON'T MISS OUT!

Lastly, we have so VERY exciting news to announce soon. We look forward to sharing with you.

14/01/2024

Pledge Manager is coming along incredibly well! 💥💥

We are humbled by all the additional new backers and add ons everyone has been adding to their collections.

Make sure you're not missing out on getting the best deals possible, including starting at a $1 pledge to access the add on shop to customise your collection.

Ends on Feb 15th!

https://return-of-the-tripods-www-kickstarter-com.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders

11/01/2024

To our UK and EU fans

We are sure you have seen we have opened the Pledge Manager to everyone, and you are seeing the indicated shipping costs. We fully understand your concern about this and know shipping costs to the UK and EU are on the high side right at the moment.

One of the biggest reasons for this was the packing required to ensure an intact and unbroken delivery to your tabletop. We are sure more than one of you have had an overseas shipment of game products which did not arrive intact.

We are combating this cost in two ways: First, we are paying, out of our pocket, all the import taxes and VAT fees related to getting from us to you. Second, we are working with a UK manufacturer as we speak who is getting ready to send out a round of test production to two of your fellow UK backers who volunteered to test out the quality.

If they give us the thumbs up, then all the UK backers pledges will be fulfilled using local shipping costs. You will be given a choice of being given a refund of the shipping cost difference or can be used towards more Return of the Tripod product in your box. Our UK and EU fans are very important to us and we are working tirelessly to give you the best experience of death, destruction and mayhem on your tabletop battlefield as we can.

Abby and the rest of the team are grateful to have you on this adventure with us.

11/01/2024

BACKERKIT IS LIVE!
https://return-of-the-tripods-www-kickstarter-com.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders
Missed out during the Kickstarter? Everyone, including late backers can now access the BackerKit to lock in their orders, get their shipping sorted and grow their collections!

For those that wanted to pledge $1 and just get stuck into customising your own collection, you can absolutely do so.

This is a fully funded and successful project, so if you're wanting to make sure you don't miss out on guaranteeing the best prices on all of our epic products, make sure you get in on the action.

Thank you to everyone who brought this project to life. We are here because of you.

06/01/2024

Update

The team has been working hard over the holiday period to ensure the ball has been moving.

We have just sent out the test emails to a small random sampling of our backers for the Backer Kit Pledge Manager.

Based on the responses of this sampling we will make adjustments and go live on the Pledge Manager. There; late backers will be able to make pledges, and existing backers will be able to finalize your orders and pay shipping costs.

We are planning on having the Pledge Manager open within 48 hours of our sampling backers replies.

Thank you all so much again, happy new year and onwards to great things ahead!

01/01/2024

🎆🎇🎆🎇Happy New Year! 🎆🎇🎆🎇

From the team at Abby Normal to all of you, Happy New Year. A massive year complete and an even bigger one arrives as we work to get this awesome game out to you all.

Thank you to everyone who has joined us on this epic journey, We are incredibly grateful. There is so much more to come.

We wish you all the best in the coming year and hope you've all been having a fantastic holiday season.

Onwards and Upwards!!

19/12/2023

Hello all!
We've been working incredibly hard and are making some great strides forward.

So with that in mind, we wanted to share a roadmap with you looking forward and into the future. Everything is on track for delivery before Nov 2024.

Thank you so much to everyone, we look forward to sharing more updates soon!

PHASE I:
- Sending out the Backer Surveys from Kickstarter [DONE]
- Contacting the Overlord Backers and begin planning out their Special Characters [DONE]
- Complete created the Pledge Manager hosted on BackerKit [DONE]
- Submit Pledge Manager to BackerKit for their review and approval [DONE]
- Send link to Pledge Manager to backers and open it up for late pledges [Waiting approval by BackerKit – Expected before Christmas]

PHASE II:
- Complete with the Overlord Backers their Special Characters
- Complete rulebook final editing including Overlord Special
Characters
- Complete the rulebook final layout including Overlord Special -
Characters
- Close Pledge Manager and Late Backers opportunity

PHASE III:
- Send final production counts for manufacturing
- Begin manufacturing of all the physical models, accessories, and terrain.

PHASE IV:
- Send the link to the Review rulebook PDF to Backers for their review and input for minor corrections
- Close Backers review and input for minor corrections of the rulebook
- Incorporate Backers input into the rulebook

PHASE V:
- Send link to the final rulebook PDF to Backers
- Send the final rulebook the printing company for printing
Upload the STLs for all the digital backers and send out the link

PHASE VI:
- Pack and ship out all physical pledges
- Dice and dice trays shipped directly by Misty Mountain Gaming

PHASE VII:
- Backers receive hardback physical rulebook, all pledge models, accessories, and terrain.
- Open Abby Normal's online store for Return of the Tripods products

PHASE VIII:
- Community Celebrations
- Post pictures of everyone's painted armies and battles
Sponsor events at conventions

05/12/2023

The legendary Hawkmasks.

One of many different foes that stalk the streets of Sanctuary, you will be running into all sorts of challenges as you build your reputation.

Thieves' World is set to launch 2024.

Sign up here: https://abbynormalmedia.com/kickstarter-thieves-world/

04/12/2023

Martains and Humans, if you can put your weapons down for a minute.

We just wanted to share a little update to keep you all in the loop.
We are currently working hard on getting Backerkit on the way so late pledges can be made.

This includes $1 pledges for those that just want to pick and choose from the add on collection 🙂

We are taking on information from the Overlord backers and have begun the process to laying out the book.

Finally, the first orders are beginning to be manufactured.

The ball is on the move! Thank you again everyone and we'll continue providing updates when we can.

01/12/2023

Hello everyone!

The BACKER SURVEYS have now been sent out to everyone who pledged. Make sure you're checking your emails!

Thanks again everyone! We'll continue sharing updates on all things Tripods as each phase comes online.

30/11/2023

The Kickstarter is complete and a total success.

We cannot thank everyone enough who has backed this Kickstarter and been so supportive. What a crazy journey to get here. Particularly for everyone who started the journey in 2013.

Now in the care of Abby Normal, Return of the Tripods: All Quiet on the Martian Front is aptly named for a fresh start and a new bright future on the tabletop.

We are thrilled with the result and it’s only because you, the community, who put your faith in us.

We are determined to make this the incredible game that we all knew it could be and grow it further into the future.

Over the weekend we will email the details of the roadmap for surveys, add ons, shipping and any other details as we continue to include you on each step.

This is only the beginning. See you on the battlefield.

All our love – the Abby Normal Team

30/11/2023

30 minutes to go!

DONT MISS OUT

All Quiet on the Martian Front 2nd Edition

29/11/2023

FINAL DAY

RETURN of the TRIPODS: All Quiet on the Martian Front 2nd Edition Kickstarter is ending.

The VERY successful Kickstarter Campaign for RETURN of the TRIPODS: All Quiet on the Martian Front 2nd Edition ends TODAY, November 29, at 5:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM EST

The bonuses and rewards from Stretch Goals have been amazing.
Every backer receiving miniatures with their pledge level gets an additional 30 models worth over $100.00 FOR FREE.

Years of playtesting and working with the existing community around this game have paid off.

Return of the Tripods is known for fast gameplay with continuous action for both players. This wargame is great for beginners and veterans alike.

Return of the Tripods is a 15mm wargame inspired by War of the Worlds from the legendary author H.G. Wells

The year is 1917, the Earth is engulfed in World War 1 – The Great War. Amis the chaos and destruction, the Martians have returned to claim the Earth for themselves.

Return of the Tripods blends history with Sci-Fi. Gorgeous Martian Tripod models and historically inspired military machinery battle it out on the tabletop.

This Kickstarter is providing people with the game and miniatures at the best possible prices.

Back on Kickstarter immediately to get a fantastic deal on this awesome game.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

29/11/2023

This Kickstarter ends on November 29th at 5pm PST 8pm EST/...

Don't Miss Out!!!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

29/11/2023

24 HOURS LEFT.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

We are finishing strong and just unlocked the last stretch goal!!

If you want to get the most out of your pledge, make sure you're getting on board now so you don't miss out on the epic FREE miniatures for all backers at "First Encounter" and higher.

Additionally, we are preparing all our stretch goals as additional add ons AND as per popular request, all drones will be available in units of 3 in add ons also.

28/11/2023

48 HOURS TO GO!

What do YOU get for backing?

Short answer... a lot. Infact you currently get an additional 27 models and Unit Stat Cards for FREE added to your collection when you pledge at 'First Encounter' or higher! There is one more stretch goal and we are so close!

Don't miss out on these epic Kickstarter rewards exclusive to this campaign! Only 2 days to go!

Back now! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

27/11/2023

Final days are upon us. If you're keen on getting into the game and don't want to miss out on the epic packages available exclusive to this Kickstarter, make sure you back now!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

We are thrilled with how this campaign has gone and can't wait to get this game out to you all.

Don't miss out!

26/11/2023

3. DAYS. TO. GO!

Votes are in and the German Heat Ray Artillery is now live and ready. The stretch goal is now available to unlock for everyone.

DON'T MISS OUT!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

If you would love to get this upgraded artillery piece for free added to your rewards collection, make sure you're getting your family and friends on board to make the most of this epic Kickstarter!

24/11/2023

We’re celebrating Thanksgiving Day in the US today.
It's a time to pause, reflect, and express gratitude for the blessings in our lives.

As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, a holiday steeped in gratitude and reflection, I find myself filled with immense appreciation and optimism.

It is with great joy and humility to those of you that are part of our growing community, I say THANK YOU.

Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for letting us serve you.
For those who haven’t yet, I sincerely hope you'll become a part of our ‘family’ of gamer fans. This community exists for gamers and by gamers.

This Thanksgiving Day, as you count your blessings, consider the chance to start anew.

It’s like C. S. Lewis once said: "You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream."

And no matter how daunting, new beginnings hold the promise of growth and discovery.

Return of the Tripods: All Quiet on the Martian Front 2nd Edition exists for this very purpose. It is an evolution and manifestation of a community.

From myself and the whole team at Abby Normal, we want to wish you a happy and hearty Thanksgiving holiday!

~ David

22/11/2023

Beasts of War: Interview with IP owner and author of the rules, David Pearce!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aP2StsjYDs&ab_channel=OnTableTop

If you're yet to back the Kickstarter, make sure you are getting on it now before it's too late!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

► Check Out Return Of The Tripods: All Quiet On The Martian Front https://bit.ly/Return-of-the-Tripods-KSGerry sat down with one of the Abby Normal Media tea...

21/11/2023

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL!

Brand new free miniatures anyone? We are immensely grateful to everyone who has backed us.

Effective immediately we are offering an additional unit of BRAND NEW Repair Drones (3 models) for FREE for all backers who pledge to First Encounter or higher.

So for all those who have pledged and those who will, we hope you enjoy this new addition to your collection!

Martian STL packages and Cyber Warfare will also recieve the files for this new unit.

We have only 9 days left of this funded Kickstarter, don't miss out!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

20/11/2023

US Forces Rules are now available! (And Data Cards)

We have just made our US rules available for download for free on our website here: https://abbynormalmedia.com/return-of-the-tripods/

This beta ruleset of the US forces for Return of the Tripods™ is to bring the armies of the first edition All Quiet on the Martian Front® into the second edition.

This is being offered for free to all players to enjoy and use to polish and refine the final rules with the help of the community. We will work together to bring these forces into Return of the Tripods™ along with a new suite of models in the future.

For those that play and would like to participate in assisting us refine these rules for the full release of the US forces, please send your comments and suggestions too: https://abbynormalmedia.com/contact-us/

If you're keen on getting into the game now and being part of the 2nd editions launch, make sure you get onto the kickstarter, only a few days left to go!

18/11/2023

Do you like tanks? We like tanks.

Another Stretch goal has been smashed and everyone who backed at First Encounter or higher is now receiving even more free models, this time Oberschlesien Tanks with Chain Guns!! (3 models)

Keep it coming everyone, the next stretch goal is taking the Unit Data Cards into physical printed format on top of the digital!

Back now, We are fully funded with 11 days to go!!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

17/11/2023

UK and European Customers!

Starting immediately all backers for RETURN OF THE TRIPODS from UK / EU will have their VAT and Import Tax fees covered by Abby Normal

We made great efforts to set up manufacturing in the UK but we couldn’t lock in someone who would guarantee the quality product you deserve.

However with these costs covered by Abby Normal we hope that this will make the game significantly more accessible to you 😊

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

17/11/2023

Limited edition Overlord Pledge is now all gone! 🤯🤯🤯

We can't thank you all enough. Only these 5 backers get the co-creator title and the making of a new unit to go into the game with new miniatures and rules.

These backers will be recieving a unique character with rules, artwork and lore to go in the book as well as creator credits. A miniature will be available post Kickstarter for purchase for everyone.

We've already unlocked several stretch goals. Now every backer at "First Encounter" or above, is getting at least to 18 free models in addition to your purchased collection.

Back now to take advantage of these exclusive discounts on miniatures, terrain and add ons + unlock more free miniatures.

We are fully funded and there are only 12 days to go!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods

16/11/2023

RETURN OF THE TRIPODS! IS! FULLY! FUNDED!

Thank you so much to everyone who has backed this Kickstarter and put their faith in us, we are incredibly grateful. Even with a very high funding level, you proved yourselves right.

Additionally, we surpassed ANOTHER Milsestone/Stretch Goal. That makes the seventh one and YOU still have 2 weeks left to get more free stuff!

With this achieved, that’s another reward unlocked! All of which you will receive for free in addition to your pledges at First Encounter or higher. STL backers at Cyber Warfare will be receiving STL files of the rewards instead of physical.

For those who've backed at these levels, you'll be getting:

FREE Unit of Bombardier Drones (3 models)
FREE Unit of A7V's with Flame throwers (3 models)
FREE Unit of Raven Drones (3 models)
FREE Unit of Ehrhardt Armored Cars with Flamethrowers (3 Models)
FREE Unit of Heat Ray Drones (3 Models)
FREE Unit of A7V's with Assault Guns 3 models)
FREE Digital Data Cards of every unit in the game. (All pledge levels)

The Kickstarter still has 2 weeks left! Make sure you're making the most of it, and get your friends and family on board to get the best deal now. They only have two weeks in which to pledge. Forward them this post.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/abbynormal/return-of-the-tripods?ref=4oop39

Thank you again - The Abby Normal Team.