Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on July 6, 2012.
For the fourth update, Leo is joined by Rayne, one of our Production Assistants on AUROR'S TALE. While the two take a break on the set of another film to answer more fan questions, hilarity ensues as the conversation goes off topic. Watch to see what we mean. (Originally aired September 15)
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In the third update, Director Leo Kei Angelos is not feeling well, but still takes time to answer your fan questions. He's joined by a special furry guest and shares some of his earlier work with us. To see that earlier short film, click here. (Originally aired September 7)
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In the second update, Director Leo Kei Angelos is joined by Morgan McGrath (Victoria Barron) and Tabetha Ray (Sarya Steelwing) to talk badges, answer more of your questions, and have a few laughs. Don't worry, all offensive language has been censored, so this one is safe for all audiences. (Originally aired August 31)
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WARNING: Some language may not be suitable for our younger fans. Parental discretion is advised.
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In his first update, or what came to be known as our #FanFriday video diary, Director Leo Kei Angelos took some time to answer your questions while shooting on location. (Originally aired August 24)
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Originally unveiled on August 1, here's the original teaser trailer with new music by Glen Cheney.
Look for a new recut Episode 1A trailer soon with some of our new additions to this awesome cast.
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Funding period
Jun 6, 2012 -
Jul 6, 2012
(30 days)
28 backers
THE TRAINEE - You will receive a special thank-you from the AUROR'S TALE Team and your name will be listed on the "Backers" page of our website.
78 backers
THE RECRUIT - Your name will appear in the credits of Episode 1 under "Special Thanks", plus you'll also receive that special thank-you and be listed on our site as a backer of AUROR'S TALE.
13 backers
THE FEATURE - You'll receive a digital download of the first episode of AUROR'S TALE, as well as the thank-you's on our website and in the credits! The only digital download we'll be offering as part of the Kickstarter, and what a deal!
19 backers
THE AURORS ARMY - Join the army! You get an "Aurors Army" swag pack: a DMLE badge/button, an AUROR'S TALE sticker, a signed card from the creators, plus the thank you's on our website and in the credits of Episode 1. International Aurors Army soldiers should please add a minimum of $10 for shipping.
0 backers
THE HELLHOUNDERS - Come over to the dark side! You get a "Hellhounders" swag pack: a temporary Hellhound tattoo, an AUROR'S TALE sticker, and the thank you's on our website and in the credits of Episode 1. International Hellhounders should please add a minimum of $10 for shipping.
56 backers
THE GRADUATE - You will receive an official AUROR'S TALE t-shirt featuring art designed by co-creator/screenwriter Cassandra Johnstone, plus both of those thank-you's we previously mentioned. International backers, please add $10 for shipping.
2 backers
THE MUSIC - You'll receive the official 5-track AUROR'S TALE Act 1 soundtrack as a CD or DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. You choose the format! You'll also receive a poster signed by the cast & crew and the credits and website donor thank-you's. International backers, please add $10 for shipping of your CD and poster.
134 backers
THE MECHANIC - The only way to receive your own copy of AUROR'S TALE to own! Back the project at this level and you'll receive a Blu-Ray/DVD Combo Pack of Act 1! And yes, international backers, the DVD will be REGION-FREE! You'll also receive the thank-you's. This special item is ONLY AVAILABLE ON OUR KICKSTARTER. Due to the production schedule, this item is a stand-alone reward that ships in November as that is the projected end of Act 1! International backers, please add $15 for shipping.
5 backers
THE JUNIOR OFFICER - You will receive an official AUROR'S TALE t-shirt featuring art designed by co-creator/screenwriter Cassandra Johnstone, plus both of those thank-you's we previously mentioned and a signed production still photograph. This reward is only available on the Kickstarter and will not be sold anywhere else. International backers should please add a minimum of $15 for shipping.
9 backers
THE WIZARD - You'll receive an official AUROR'S TALE poster, signed by the cast & crew, plus the t-shirt, and the the thank-you's. International backers, please add $10 for shipping.
80 backers
THE AUROR - This is the reward for our AurorsArmy and Hellhounders: it's the AUROR'S TALE Fan Swag Bag! This reward which is ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE KICKSTARTER includes the signed poster, the t-shirt and some other secret wizardly goodies all in a cool AUROR'S TALE tote bag! And of course, you'll receive the thank-you's from the team and be the envy of all of your friends. International backers, please add $15 for shipping.
3 backers
THE SENIOR OFFICER - You will receive a Behind-The-Scenes AUROR'S TALE Pack, which includes all three Act 1 scripts signed by the creators, a behind-the-scenes production still photograph (also signed), plus you'll receive the website + credits thank you's and an additional hand-written thank you from the creators of AUROR'S TALE. This reward is only available on the Kickstarter and will not be sold anywhere else. International backers should please add a minimum of $15 for shipping.
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THE CODE VIOLET - You'll receive the AUROR'S TALE Fan Swag Bag, the thank-you's, and a signed Advanced Reader Copy of "The Twisted Tragedy of Miss Natalie Stewart" (a Young Adult paranormal fantasy novel publshed by Sourcebooks) from actress & award-winning, nationally-bestelling author Leanna Renee Hieber who plays Deputy Kellion in AUROR'S TALE! This book does not release until November 2012, so if you want to be among the first to read it, this reward is for you! International backers, please add $15 for shipping.
9 backers
THE BADGE - Join the Department! You'll receive your very own custom-made, limited edition Department of Magical Law Enforcement pin/badge, designed by our creators and produced/used exclusively in AUROR'S TALE. This reward which is ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE KICKSTARTER includes the Fan Swag Bag and of course, you'll receive the thank-you's from the team and be that much closer to being an Auror the Department can be proud of! International backers, please add $15 for shipping. [Please note, this IS NOT the pin from the teaser trailer.]
5 backers
THE WALK-ON WIZARD - The last-minute reward YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR: be a part of AUROR'S TALE as a Featured Background Performer! On set, we always need background cast members and now's your chance! Choose to be an Auror or a Hellhound in this perfect reward for aspiring actors, established performers and those who have wanted to be a part of our magical world! Of course, we're also throwing in some swag for you, but not a full Fan Swag Bag. Meet and work with the cast & crew and get your name listed in the credits as a Featured Background Performer and on our Donors page - the perfect addition to your performance resume! [Please note: AUROR'S TALE unfortunately is unable to provide transportation or accommodations to those who back at this level. Not from the NY/NJ metro area? If so, check out THE ALPHA reward.]
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THE HELLHOUND - You'll receive the AUROR'S TALE Fan Swag Bag, the thank-you's, and we'll throw in a signed limited edition print of concept artwork designed by co-creator/screenwriter Cassandra Johnstone! This a limited reward, so act fast! International backers, please add $15 for shipping.
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THE MERCENARY - You'll receive the AUROR'S TALE Fan Swag Bag plus the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack (ships in November), the thank-you's, and we'll throw in an ALL-NEW signed limited edition print of concept artwork (different from THE HELLHOUND reward art) designed by co-creator/screenwriter Cassandra Johnstone! This a limited reward available only via Kickstarter, so act fast! International backers, please add $15 for shipping.
5 backers All gone!
THE DEPUTY - Not only will you receive the Fan Swag Bag and the thank-you's, you'll also receive 1 of 5 wands used by a character on the set of AUROR'S TALE, complete with Certificate of Authenticity. Please note that every wand included in THE DEPUTY package was chosen personally, by an Auror's Tale character, from the Alivan's Majestic Collection. It was then used in the production and it is that same, original, Majestic Collection Wand that you will call your own. After you've received that wand, send us a photo of you in your best wizard costume using the wand and we'll work our magic to put you into the world of AUROR'S TALE! We'll share the finished product on our "Backers" page as well as send you a hi-res download for your own use! International backers, please add $20 for shipping.
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THE BETA - Of course you get the Fan Swag Bag and the thank-you's, but you will also receive 1 of 3 costume pieces worn by a character on the set of AUROR'S TALE, complete with Certificate of Authenticity. Then, send us a photo of you in your best wizard getup, we'll cast a spell to put you into the magical world of AUROR'S TALE. We'll then post this photo on our "Backers" page as well as send you a hi-res download you can use anyway you like! Shipping info will vary depending on piece. We will notify you via email.
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THE CHIEF - You'll receive the Fan Swag Bag, the thank-you's, the magical photo, and you'll be credited as an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER of an episode from Act 1 of AUROR'S TALE. Plus, we'll fly you to the site of our Premiere Party for Episode 1 where you'll meet members of the cast and crew and party with us! (Please note: This reward applies ONLY to residents of the continental United States, i.e. the lower 48 states. We will NOT provide accommodation during this trip. We apologize to our international fans, but this is the best we can do at this reward level.)
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THE ALPHA - Of course you'll receive the Fan Swag Bag and the thank-you's, but most importantly we'll fly you to New York to be in an episode of AUROR'S TALE! Your two-night stay in New York City includes dinner with members of the cast & crew and your own magical photo-shoot with members of the cast in costume, so bring your wizard robes and get ready to have a magical time! (Please note: This reward applies ONLY to residents of the continental United States, i.e. the lower 48 states. We apologize to our international fans, but this is the best we can do at this reward level.)
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THE HAWTHORNE - It's the Ultimate Fan Reward and limited to just one person! First, we'll fly you to the site of our Premiere Party for Episode 1, where your two-night stay will include a meet & greet with some of the cast, followed by dinner with some of the crew including our creators and a front row seat at our Premiere. During the Premiere we'll introduce you to the live audience and you'll be credited as an EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of an episode from Act 1 of AUROR'S TALE. In addition to this magical trip, you'll receive an extra special Fan Swag Bag with extra goodies, the thank-you's, and a magical photo. This once-in-a-lifetime unforgettable experience could be yours, so act fast! (Please note: This reward applies ONLY to residents of the continental United States, i.e. the lower 48 states. We apologize to our international fans, but this is the best we can do at this time.)
