Blind Tiger NPCCD 2022

[GandalfPC]

Well, he left all the clues we need to figure out what the deck will be like - I was able to decode the first part:

This year’s deck is Blind Tiger, based around [human] [complexity] and features [gabbing], [jabbing], [yachtswomen].

[laitostarr777]

XD I believe those are just black square emojis hahahaha

[Harvonsgard]

Projects like this are exactly the reason why I shift my main focus to other hobbies. I'm not going to spend my day with vigilantely following every news, just to not get bent over for not being in time.

[Eric Lee]

I'm glad he's moved to a 77 hr preorder and hope he sticks with it even though it means the decks come out the next year. Plenty of time for everyone to think and figure out what they want/can afford

[STLBluesNut]

I'm glad he's moved to a 77 hr preorder and hope he sticks with it even though it means the decks come out the next year. Plenty of time for everyone to think and figure out what they want/can afford

i can definitely appreciate a preorder model in which everyone gets a chance to get the decks they would like. it is much preferred over creating artificial rarity with printing low numbers and thowing them to the sharks like chum.

[laitostarr777]

It is much preferred over creating artificial rarity with printing low numbers and throwing them to the sharks like chum.

This really reminds of those “You Know What” brands hahaha

But anyways, the PO for Blind Tiger is going to close very soon.
So if you think you can wrestle with the Blind Tiger, be Alex’s guests!

[laitostarr777]

The doors to Blind Tiger officially closed.
Decks expected to finish by February 2023 - No leaks until then

[krystalie]

Did you have to pay for shipping twice? Shipping costs are murderous for me right now living in Asia.

Which part? I'm in Malaysia myself. I personally had so many lost packages, I decided to use a US shipping agent service. I can consolidate shipping and pay just 1 time. It may not save much if you don't ship alot, but at least it almost guarantees no more lost packages.

Oh i hadn't thought of that, maybe I should try a forwarding service, but how do you know when to submit an order on the site seeing that the estimated date is feb 2023 . Also any good sites to recommend?

[JacksandJokers]

Did you have to pay for shipping twice? Shipping costs are murderous for me right now living in Asia.

Which part? I'm in Malaysia myself. I personally had so many lost packages, I decided to use a US shipping agent service. I can consolidate shipping and pay just 1 time. It may not save much if you don't ship alot, but at least it almost guarantees no more lost packages.

Oh i hadn't thought of that, maybe I should try a forwarding service, but how do you know when to submit an order on the site seeing that the estimated date is feb 2023 . Also any good sites to recommend?

I use Viabox.com on occasion if I need a US shipping address.
Never had any problems using them but shipping rates are quite expensive.

[portcullis]

Feeling very lucky that a friend of mine decided that as a belated 40th birthday present I needed some new Seasons cards in my collection. Not complaining. Very glad to support you once again Alex. Already looking forward to 2023!!

[Adamthinks]

Have there been any updates on this project at all? I don't see anything on his Instagram. These were originally estimated to ship this month, but I haven't seen anything about it since they went up for sale.

[kevork]

The only thing I know about Alex at this time is limited communication he has with JBP to ensure Nazo Nazo gets completed.

I doubt we'll get Blind Tiger in the time it was estimated to be received. Alex had some personal stuff come up but I am not privy to them nor is it my business.

Given Nazo Nazo, Blind Tiger, and Limbo, there's a lot for him to do. It would be nice to get some sort of update but I'm also feeling confident we'll have something tangible at some point.

[Peachy]

Has there been any update to the delivery date on these? not had any updates at all on these

[GandalfPC]

From the odors I’m picking up in the wind, things are getting back on track after an unavoidable life circumstance derailed him a bit

He is working with Jack Penny on the Nazo Nazo campaign and it is my understanding that is moving forward - the blind tiger is much more hands on, so I would figure that will be tackled once that is out of the way - doubt he can take on the world at once right now.

[Bikefanatic]

He has to deliver Limbo or something else first before Blind Tiger?

[GandalfPC]

I think so, or at the same time - limbo series was all designed already - though he did add on a second round of them and I think they are all hand assembled

[hsbc]

This is Alex and I'm reaching out to you in regards to the status of your Blind Tiger order. Out the gate, I want to express my sincerest apologies for the delays and lack of communication during this time. I know how frustrating it must be to not have received your decks by now and to have your order seemingly ghosted. While not an excuse, my absence has been due to unexpected medical issues in my family. I apologize for the unprofessional manner in which I handled the situation and any stress it caused to you and other supporters of Seasons. With that said, I want to take this time to return to normalcy and earn back your trust, starting with the completion and delivery of these cards and committed continuation of the NPCCD series for all of you.

The preorder for this deck was intended to be an artistic play on the term “Blind Tiger” on multiple levels, from the blind preorder experience to the way the physical deck is viewed. However, given the recent lack of communication, I understand that not knowing what you will receive may feel like less of a mystery and more of a risk. It only feels right to me to offer you more information on the deck so you can choose whether you want to continue the experience.

The Blind Tiger blends themes of XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. The cards have an illustration style XXXXXXXXXXXXX. The bonus of the series is XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. While I believe it is important to the Blind Tiger experience to not reveal the artwork until unveiled in-person, I hope this information will help you gauge the art content and better set expectations of the decks you will receive.

The estimated timeline for delivery will be around October, which I recognize is a full year since the order. The delay is due to unanticipated issues with plastics manufacturing for the main series and the longer than anticipated assembly time of the XXXXXXXXXXX

Going Forward

1. If this timeline or project is no longer for you, I completely understand and am happy to provide a full refund to the payment method charged to the account. Simply respond to this email with your order number and the refund will be processed.

2. If you would like to keep you order no action is needed and your order will be maintained for shipping.


I hope that my past work and delivery will act as a guide of character for follow-through on this project.

Thank you for your support,
Alex

I've edited out the description of the cards as I'm not sure whether it's public yet, I think this email only went to people who ordered these

[laitostarr777]

Oh, people who ordered will be UP FOR A SPECIAL TREAT after reading the email. Patience is graciously rewarded

[Strag]

I actually decided to ask for a refund after failing to get any responses to some clarifying questions on Nazo Nazo, however he still hasn't responded to multiple follow-up emails. Hope he's well.

[Cardians]

I actually decided to ask for a refund after failing to get any responses to some clarifying questions on Nazo Nazo, however he still hasn't responded to multiple follow-up emails. Hope he's well.

fwiw, I did receive my refund.

It took me to contact Alex again after asking but I did receive a response & refund shortly after. Hope this helps.

Cheers,
KW

[Strag]

I have now sent 4 reminders to Alex politely asking for a response. Nothing so far.

[laitostarr777]

Gawd.... don't tell me he goes under again... after promising us to fulfill Nazo Nazo and this...
This makes me hesitant to bite the bullet for this year NPCCD, should there be one (if there is, I suggest it's not a set of 5 decks + 1 gift)

[Sleck]

This is Alex ...

Thanks for sharing this. Did Alex send this out to everyone who ordered Blind Tiger or he replied after you reached out to him personally? I have not received anything since placing the order.

Did you receive any further updates? Is the expected date still Oct of this year?

[GandalfPC]

I received an email from him (June 3rd, 2023) - thought he had emailed everyone at that time


I think it’s a bit early to panic over lack of contact. Popped up three weeks ago and laid out delivery plans - I’m sure it was all quite the stress and he may have simply considered the job handled for the moment and taken some time to continue to recover and handle family matters.

I would give him another few weeks - and I hope all is well with him and his family.

[laitostarr777]

Sleck, I can confirm that that is the same email I got for pre-ordering this set. Everybody who ordered should have it in their inbox

[Sleck]

Hmm, I didn't get that email for some reason, I preordered mine when it first opened back in Oct '22. But thanks for confirming guys.

[rousselle]

I'm in the same boat as Sleck. I'm not inclined to ask for a refund as long as he occasionally pops in to let us know he's still working on things, but the fact that I haven't received the aforementioned e-mail is a bit of a bummer.

[hsbc]

Hmm, I didn't get that email for some reason ...

I'm in the same boat as Sleck ...

I bet you could email alex -at- seasonsplayingcards -dot- com and ask him to double-check that you're on the Blind Tiger email list -- the email was sent out on June 3 and the subject is "Your Blind Tiger Order Status"

[rousselle]

Annnd, I stand corrected. I did receive the e-mail sent on June 3rd. My mistake.

Resuming patiently waiting mode....

[GandalfPC]

Figure with the Nazo Nazo campaign update Alex is back in contact after some email troubles - try contacting him again if you have been looking for him.