Commodore Amiga: a visual Commpendium launched

[Joe Maroni]

I've backed this project too...can't wait to hold it in my hands....
And thanks too Michael Throughton again that is help Sam with his book after both get in contact with my help....

[ma693541]

2,364
Backers

£101,962
pledged of £25,000 goal

9
days to go

[Predseda]

We know.

[Rob 1]

Originally Posted by Predseda

We know.

Predseda

Following the great success of this project I was wondering if you wanted to team up on a Kickstarter of our own?

The English Amiga Board Badly Drawn Screen shot / Box art:a visual Commpendium

With classics such as this




Or this









we’ll be quids in with the interest generated

Ref for those who aren't aware of these...

http://eab.abime.net/showthread.php?t=68771

http://eab.abime.net/showthread.php?t=68841

[Simmo76]

@Rob 1
The English Amiga Board Badly Drawn Screen shot / Box art:a visual Commpendium...?!?! (Or maybe, 'TEABBDSs/Ba:avC' for a shorter, catcher title?)

Count me In! Where do I sign...?!

[Predseda]

Or in short: EAB Lamers?

[Rob 1]

Wow this project has already generated a lot of interest.

'TEABBDSs/Ba:avC' has a great ring to it, just rolls off the tongue.
I'll post the Kickstarter link ASAP

What do you mean EAB Lamers? Or is this short for Leading Amigans Master Exemplary Retro Scenes



We just need to think of some stretch goals....

[Superman]

I have been meaning to back this for a while now and with a few days to go I finally did it.

[wilshy]

Nice one

[Rob 1]

Only a couple of days to go now...

Wed, Nov 12 2014 6:30 AM GMT.


Wilshy, I just spotted there's a nice video of the first one on here.

http://www.funstock.co.uk/commodore-...ndium-c64-book

if any one else wants to see how these look.

[wanderer]

Another quick question (haven't pledged yet): if I grab the Amiga/C64 option, will the C64 book be shipped immediately? Was kind of hoping to get it this week over here.

[madcap]

No, I don't think so.

[Superman]

You can buy the c64 book still if you want it right now. I just got a link sent in an email from the kickstarter I just pledged

http://www.funstock.co.uk/commodore-...ndium-c64-book

[Rob 1]

They have had great support from Amiga developers and artists but there are a couple of people, they are having problems tracking down can anyone on here help them out?




Hello!
Currently there are a few key Amiga related people that are yet to agree to feature in the book. I think these people are so key that if they weren't involved, it would be to the detriment of the overall Commpendium. Hence why I'm doing this update.
I'm sending this in a private update to see if anyone can help to reach these people? If enough people ask them, they will realise how important it is that they contribute!! It's us fans that brought their games so we should have a voice.
Roger Dean: I really want to feature his artwork. It's so iconic. I've had contact but not had a 'yes' yet. Not had a no either but does anyone know Roger or know someone who does?
Geoff Crammond - same as above! I'm not sure Geoff even knows about the campaign. I've tried lots of avenues with no luck so far.
Sid Meier - no luck here. Would love Sid to be involved.
Let's do this!
Sam

Originally Posted by wanderer

Another quick question (haven't pledged yet): if I grab the Amiga/C64 option, will the C64 book be shipped immediately? Was kind of hoping to get it this week over here.

It says on that option on Kickstarter that it's shipped in Novemeber 14. with the Amiga one being shipped in March.

If you buy the C64 with the Amiga one you'll get all the post cards but you have to pay extra if you want them and buy it from Funstock

[madcap]

Originally Posted by Rob 1

If you buy the C64 with the Amiga one you'll get all the post cards but you have to pay extra if you want them and buy it from Funstock

Really? I thought I'd read somewhere that they would ship them together.
Now I'm happy

[Rob 1]

Originally Posted by madcap

Really? I thought I'd read somewhere that they would ship them together.
Now I'm happy

Yeah mate.... early xmas present to yourself

1. Pledge £50 or more
   
   C64 AND AMIGA BOOKS WITH 1 FULL SET OF 'DEMO SCENE' POSTCARDS AND 1 FULL SET OF 'LOADER' POSTCARDS: You get the C64 and Amiga books in all their full colour lithographic glory, one set of all five 'demo scene' postcards and one set of five 'loader' postcards. As an official backer of the campaign, you will get your name in the book and access to updates. Also included will be a PDF version of the book. You will also get an exclusive handwritten 'demo scene' postcard within your books. C64 books will be delivered in November 2014.
   Estimated delivery: Mar 2015
   Ships anywhere in the world
   

Here is an interview with Sam Dyer, the author of the book:

[ Show youtube player ]

[Zippy Zapp]

Blasted, I always seem to be late on these finds.

[Simmo76]

Originally Posted by Zippy Zapp

Blasted, I always seem to be late on these finds.

Try this maybe?
http://www.funstock.co.uk/commodore-...mmpendium-book

[Zippy Zapp]

Originally Posted by Simmo76

Try this maybe?
http://www.funstock.co.uk/commodore-...mmpendium-book

Alright, then, very nice! Thanks!