bbarsh wrote:
I have been thinking about a combo module...Then I talked myself out of it...but now I am back to thinking about it.

There is talk over at Dragonsfoot about a B/X screen. I have not followed it too much.

Either would be cool... Bu the B/X might even be worth having one of the classic artists do an illus... It would be a hot item.

Crap.  

I have been stalking The Thing in the Valley since it was first announced.  

I tried to buy it at one point, but it was not yet available for order.

Then, when it comes out, I am away for a couple of days.

Now I'm double anxious to get one.  

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FormCritic wrote:The problem with a limited edition first run is that it automatically makes my second print into a piece of shit.

sounds a little harsh.. but I'm sure someone will sort a copy for you.

Thanks to dbartman for picking up a couple copies for me  

bbarsh wrote:One thing I want to make very plain. I did not limit the copies because I thought it would make the module and instant collectable. I am not that vain. That was never my intention or thought.

If anyone thought that Bill, then they are an arse...  

I'd agree, 100 seems a logical first print number on such a venture. Typically, I'd guess there are 20-30 regular posters on these forums, so I'd do the same and was as surprised (but also pleased for you) that they sold out so quickly.

To be honest, it never occured to me that anyone would be buying more than one copy (my 2nd is for another member here) so if I was in your position, I'd be as shocked and pleased they went overnight!  

bbarsh wrote:Regading the limted nature of the first print.

One thing I want to make very plain. I did not limit the copies because I thought it would make the module and instant collectable. I am not that vain. That was never my intention or thought.

Now that you will be a known author (or at least up-and-comming...), you could now make a LIMITED EDITION gold-foil version of your module. Print up 20 copies of it, and give them all to me. I can sell them one at a time for like $1200 each... Why have a PotVQ when you can a Bill Barsh LE.   


p.s. I'll split the money with 'ya...

Thank for the chance to order a copy, Bill!

I am really looking forward to seeing it!


Edit:  I get names wrong all the time.  Sorry.

Received my copies yesterday.  Have spent a wonder day reading this module from Bill.  I'm not going to write about the storyline as I do not want to ruin anyone's reading enjoyment.  "The Thing in the Valley" has an eye-popping bright yellow cover.  Cover art is a black and white drawing of a somewhat gruesome figure with a very large sword.  Maps and "blueprints" are professionally done.  The mod sports a two-column layout which allows for a larger font to be used.  It is a simple but quite effective layout.  Descriptions of magical items are bold and italicized give the module that old school feel.

Now let's talk about the art.  It's stunning!!  All the art is in black and white with the exception of the Pacesetter Games logo.  I count no less than sixteen examples in the mod.  There is one piece, however, that is just sublime.  On page 12 is a drawing of a farm house by David White.  The detail and the shading is beyond my ability to describe.  A truely wonder piece.  All the pieces contribute a dark feel to the mod.  My congrats to the artist's Brian Nagata, David White, and Kevin Mayle.

As I said, I'm not going to go into detail in-regards to the storyline.  Suffice to say, Bill presents a smooth flowing mystery adventure.  All detail that a DM would need is presented in a simple, concise, easy to understand format.  

Recommendations:  a heavier gauge cardstock, trim the leading edge of the booklet (the printer should have done this for free).  Other than those two very minor recommendations this is an exceptional module.

Bill's clients are collectors; and collectors like quality.  This could have been a one-and-done kind of thing.  However, Bill's attention to presenting an "old school" adventure was superb.  Pacesetter Games & Simulations has busted out of the gate and is looking good.  

The back cover lists two more adventures to be published in December of this year and three in 2010.  Bill - can I send the money now?!

Martin