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on November 13
James Taylor
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The Break of Day by Leonora Anzaldua Burke
The Break of Day is a narrative short about a college freshman home for winter break and struggling with the aftermath of sexual assaut
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105% funded $7,940 pledged
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on September 3, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #15TGSSI Accepted To IndieCade
Post CommentThe Gentlemen of the South Sandwiche Islands was recently announced a finalist at one of my favorite international games festivals. Here's a link to the press release:
http://www.indiecade.com/index.php/2010/finalist_games/
I will have a chance to revise the game before presenting the version that will appear at the festival in October, so this is a really good opportunity to give me feedback before I submit a final version. I'm looking at the first edition (that I sent out) as a big round of playtesting.
Your feedback is important.
There is a nice forum about the game gathering at this link (below). Please play and rate. The ratings are an uphill battle and I need the people who actually have a copy of the game to submit opinions. Very important. Please try it and write what you think at this site: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/65094/the-gentlemen-of-the-south-sandwiche-islands
Ah. I am so happy that it was accepted to IndieCade. I really like this festival.
As always, thank you for your support.
-jim
Rule Clarification and Fun Fact
Rule Clarification: To answer a question about the game that could be ambiguous in the rules:
A point is awarded *as soon* as a jules or hodge is with Lady Ashley alone on a space. (Not after a turn has passed.)Fun Fact #47: The Gentlemen characters - the mapmaker and the manufacturer of distorted glass - each represent a different relationship faux pas. They are each brilliant in their own way, but they are intended to be tremendous duffers in the game of courtship.
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on August 23, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #14Shipped!
Below is a picture of my apartment as a shipping warehouse!
All the games should be out by now. Please let me know if you have not received a copy. I'm sure something slipped my mind in the hustle and bustle of shipping, so please let me know if I still need to get you your game.
Here is the official website for the game if anyone needs an additional copy:
www.southsandwiche.com
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on July 14, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #13Game Release Party
Dear Loyal Backers -
If you are in LA , THIS WEEKEND IS THE PERFECT TIME to pick up your copy of the game. This party is celebrating not only the official release of the game, but also my room mate's birthday. It's gonna be great.
Here is all of the info you need. I sincerely hope to see you this Saturday.
SOUTH SANDWICHE RELEASE PARTY+
JOSH'S BIRTHDAY
WHEN: THIS SATURDAY 7/17
9PM - 2AM
WHERE: OUR APT
2622 MAGNOLIA AVE, LA CA 90007If you can't make it, I will be happy to deliver your game by mail.
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Norma Horev on July 16, 2010
Thanks for the invite. 9,000 kilometers is a bit far to jump over for a party. Can't wait for my brother to receive your game (by mail) and to play it the next time I visit him.
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Gary Bostwick on July 20, 2010
James, Sorry I couldn't come by and pick up the game. If you are going to Lucienne's birthday party on Saturday you could bring my game there. We'll be there. If not, we're not far from you and could drop by sometime.
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Megan Coppock on July 25, 2010
Hey! And Congrats! Wasn't able to make it all the way from the East Coast, but I and my board-game fanatic friends are dying to get our copy in the mail. Can't wait!
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on July 10, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #12Board Games have Arrived!
The board games have completed their long journey from Shanghai. The 84 boxes of games are now safely in my apartment. I can't wait to mail out the games! Thank you very much for your patience and support!
My Best,
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Nancy Carson on July 12, 2010
Great news, Jim. But it is summer and we all want to play outside and think you should, too. So relax, enjoy, and when the "Gentlemen" gets here in time for board game season we will be thrilled.
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Tom Russell on July 13, 2010
Quick question: When finally collated and sent out, will subscribers get a tracking number so we can watch it wend its way through the postal service to our front door?
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on May 15, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #11Production Delay - Please Forgive
Post CommentHello Loyal Backers -
I'm sure some of you are wondering where your board games are. Have faith, they are in production. However, the production timeline proved to be longer than I expected. I had to go back and forth with the manufacturer about several specifics (like the colors and the age range) - then I had to make sure to copyright all of the materials. The bottomline is: I was fidgeting with the details.
But enough is enough. The 500 games are now printing. Please forgive the delay. They will be delivered to you over the summer.
If you need one sooner, please contact me immediately at taylorjames9@gmail.com .
Thank you for your patience and support.
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on April 12, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #10LAWeekly Top Blog Stories
Post CommentUpdate: The Gentlemen of the South Sandwiche Islands hits Top Blog Stories in LAWeekly! After running a (somewhat controversial) profile of me in the print edition of LAWeekly, the periodical followed-up with a nice blog entry about the game itself.
Gendy Alimurung, the reporter who picked it up, has a nice eye for unusual stories. Luckily, she took an interest in TGSSI. You can find the post about the game here:
http://blogs.laweekly.com/stylecouncil/art/art-absurd-logic-an-octopus-th/
Also, check out the new website:
http://www.southsandwiche.com/Fun fact #37: Why spell "Sandwiche" with an "e"?
The "e" on sandwiche is not just an archaic touch. It's also very practical. Try Googling "sandwich" and it will take you to a thousand sites about sandwiches. But Google "sandwiche" and the search will lead you straight to my game. The "e" on sandwiche is an archaic stroke that, oddly enough, neatly distinguishes itself in modern search engines.
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on March 30, 2010
James Taylor
Posted project update #9Games Coming in May
Just a brief update: Everything's moving along smoothly and, as planned, the games should come out of production in May. I wish it could be sooner, but that's just how long the manufacturing takes. This has been an incredibly eye-opening experience.
Also, here's a recent article that came out about the game. Boardgame News is an international publication with good visibility within the industry.
I like this article because I think he appreciates what I'm doing, but there's also just a little bit of vinegar in it...
Stay tuned for more articles and updates. Thank you for your kind support.
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Dahlia Pena on March 30, 2010
Not a bad review, all in all. everyone has to put a negative comment somewhere. I still cannot wait for this game! Its very exciting!
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on March 12, 2010
James Taylor
commented on a projectThanks for your interest! I'm currently setting up a website for purchasing the game. If you message me I'd be happy to give you a heads-up when the website's up.
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on February 16, 2010
James Taylor
backed a project
Lumi Co. – A NEW TEXTILE PRINTING TECHNOLOGY by LUMI Co.
Lumi Co. creates prints that were previously impossible. Using their new technology, two young designers want to turn the fashion world upside down!
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113% funded $13,597 pledged
- 188 backers
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James Taylor
Los Angeles, CA
James Taylor is a graduate student of interactive media at USC's School of Cinematic Arts. Resisting the current of digital media, he has decided to work primarily with board games.
Hi!
Still haven't received anything?
Cheers,
Faris
i know this is a long time but i have not recieved mine yet. any returned for me?
the website seems to be done. is it still possible to order a copy?