Ascension by Steve Minty

[enlightenme214]

I’m in for a standard. Im new to this kickstarter.
I’ve been having fun with collecting cards less
Than a year.
The signature version is too expensive for me too.
I was a fan since seeing the Anubis and Osiris decks.
So I’m excited.

[vasta41]

I was a fan since seeing the Anubis and Osiris decks.
So I’m excited.

Those might be his best decks IMO. But I've never backed any of his limited, signature, etc. versions. IMO "regular" Minty decks are so good you don't need the extras. Not to mention I hardly ever back limited extras.

Updated OP also.

EDIT: I just realized that there is no mention of printer anywhere. Do we know who's printing this? Based on past campaigns it's either EPCC or USPCC. Based on pricing I'm hoping for the later.
I also see a metallic ink stretch goal but what I really wish is that there was a MetalLuxe stretch goal and/or upgrade (assuming it's USPCC). I would definitely pay more money for a foiled back version. Either way the foiled tuck stretch goal had better be reached because I think the tucks will look lackluster without the bling.

[theCapraAegagrus]

I was a fan since seeing the Anubis and Osiris decks.
So I’m excited.

Those might be his best decks IMO. But I've never backed any of his limited, signature, etc. versions. IMO "regular" Minty decks are so good you don't need the extras. Not to mention I hardly ever back limited extras.

Updated OP also.

EDIT: I just realized that there is no mention of printer anywhere. Do we know who's printing this? Based on past campaigns it's either EPCC or USPCC. Based on pricing I'm hoping for the later.
I also see a metallic ink stretch goal but what I really wish is that there was a MetalLuxe stretch goal and/or upgrade (assuming it's USPCC). I would definitely pay more money for a foiled back version. Either way the foiled tuck stretch goal had better be reached because I think the tucks will look lackluster without the bling.

I'm hoping for USPCC, too. As we've seen with the Royal Bee and Eva decks, their metallic inks can almost mimic foil.

I think we will likely reach the tuck foiling goal.

[STLBluesNut]

Foil on the backs would be amazing. I agree the tuck will be meh without foil and embossing. If that isn't reached I will likely pull my pledge as I don't think the courts are all that from what I can see.

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[portcullis]

*sigh* This is ... I love Steve's work, but ... these 4 decks aren't worth $65 and change each; by the time it's all said and done.

[Merlebird]

I didn't like the Thorns & Roses designs enough to back, and these feel basically like a... a reskinning, I guess? Of that design.

I like Steve's work generally, but I'm not a GoT fan and the artwork here just isn't my thing.

[RichK]

I didn't like the Thorns & Roses designs enough to back, and these feel basically like a... a reskinning, I guess? Of that design.

I like Steve's work generally, but I'm not a GoT fan and the artwork here just isn't my thing.

I agree about the art. The gold on red looks bad. And his black Queen is missing the Q in the corner. I'd like to see how he handles the Clubs on the bodies.

[Ragzzz]

I’ve pledged for one of each

Because the early pictures are only computer generated renders - im hoping the final product will be more impressive

I do like the sound of “metal clad tuck”


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[robcan0630]

I've backed for one of each of the standard decks. While not specifically a GoT fan, I am a fan of this motif / theme.

[theCapraAegagrus]

I've backed for one of each of the standard decks. While not specifically a GoT fan, I am a fan of this motif / theme.

Same. I saw Season 1 of GoT. Just don't care for it. Both of my brothers do love it, though.

[ICantShuffle]

I saw the first season, but it seems like after that every episode was like 20 or 30 minutes of some man/woman screaming because he/she was either:

a) Being raped
b) About to be beheaded
c) Someone they knew was just beheaded
d) All of the above

I think the overall world and theme of the books were good, though. I mean, it's high fantasy, which is a great theme for card decks.

[BaconWise]

Stretch goal #2 reached! Tucks will be embossed to go along with the metallic inks unlocked in stretch goal #1. Woot!

[theCapraAegagrus]

[Bradius]

I am in now for just a pair of decks. The cost of the limited decks is getting a bit much, even for me. I guess that will make them even rarer as not a ton of folks are picking them up at this point.

[Timmargh]

At first I went for all four decks (it's Steve Minty!) but the more I look at them the less I like the red and gold; as Merlebird said, it's similar to the Thorns and Roses look and I didn't like those.

I've knocked it back to a silver standard and matching coin … but the red and gold coin does look nice.

[Jocu]

I'm thinking of pulling my pledge... there are a few other decks cropping up that I prefer and it's a big pledge I've made on this one. I'm just not as into it as I thought I would be.

I have an early bird six deck pledge if anyone fancies it? It was limited to ten backers so I assume if I pull it it'll come available again.

[akicer]

I have an early bird six deck pledge as well. Going to drop it, if anyone interested please let me know!

[Thedissident001]

Fair to say that at the very least, Steve is going to have to put some love into showing backers the merits of the limited editions. To date, he has shown 2/5 of nothing on them. People will not stay in at this hyper price without some confidence in what they will be receiving. You can't trade off your reputation from past projects to the exclusion of adequately informing backers on your current offerings.

[rousselle]

I have an early bird six deck pledge as well. Going to drop it, if anyone interested please let me know!

I'm interested! Is this still available?

[akicer]

I have an early bird six deck pledge as well. Going to drop it, if anyone interested please let me know!

I'm interested! Is this still available?

Yes! Just PM'ed you

[Eric Lee]

Anyone know how fast does Steve Minty's secret sale go? Do they sell out fast or you have time. IE: Lotrek pre-orders fast vs Lotrek Arabesque and every deck before that which sell out in minutes.

[shermjack]

Anyone know how fast does Steve Minty's secret sale go? Do they sell out fast or you have time. IE: Lotrek pre-orders fast vs Lotrek Arabesque and every deck before that which sell out in minutes.

Depends on what is available, but they usually sell out pretty fast...maybe not minutes, but within hours I would say

[gacktvam]

About the secret sale, can some experts explain a little bit about the Standard version and Foiled version of Anubis and Osiris. I'm kind of confused, as the Standard version already foiled...
Deeply appreciated!

[theCapraAegagrus]

About the secret sale, can some experts explain a little bit about the Standard version and Foiled version of Anubis and Osiris. I'm kind of confused, as the Standard version already foiled...
Deeply appreciated!

There are only 2 versions of Anubis and Osiris.

The "standard" versions and the Gilded Signature Editions.

Is there something somewhere that suggests otherwise?

[Decknowledgy]

@gacktvam, I think you got "foiled" and "gilded" mixed up. All Osiris and Anubis are foil printed on the back, but gilding is about the edges.

[gacktvam]

Thanks 2pc and Decknowledgy!

I understand there is a gilded version, but here is what I get from Steve's mail,

A1 SECTION,
Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Gilded Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis Foiled
Osiris Foiled

Above combination and naming cofused me...

[theCapraAegagrus]

Thanks 2pc and Decknowledgy!

I understand there is a gilded version, but here is what I get from Steve's mail,

A1 SECTION,
Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Gilded Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis Foiled
Osiris Foiled

Above combination and naming cofused me...

Yes, that seems confusing.

Standard Edition and "Foiled" are just the same. Not sure why he worded it the way that he did. So, look at the email like this:

Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack
Anubis + Osiris Gilded Edition Combo Pack
Anubis Standard Edition
Osiris Standard Edition

He also words his campaigns poorly. Like the Ascension tucks being foiled, he sent out the update saying, "the decks will be foiled". Most people would take that to mean that the back design will have foil on it. He's weird.

[Dentyne]

Thanks 2pc and Decknowledgy!

I understand there is a gilded version, but here is what I get from Steve's mail,

A1 SECTION,
Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Gilded Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis Foiled
Osiris Foiled

Above combination and naming cofused me...

Yes, that seems confusing.

Standard Edition and "Foiled" are just the same. Not sure why he worded it the way that he did. So, look at the email like this:

Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack
Anubis + Osiris Gilded Edition Combo Pack
Anubis Standard Edition
Osiris Standard Edition

He also words his campaigns poorly. Like the Ascension tucks being foiled, he sent out the update saying, "the decks will be foiled". Most people would take that to mean that the back design will have foil on it. He's weird.

Judging by the pricing that was listed in email....I think the Anubis Foiled and Osiris Foiled should probably be the Gilded decks...

[theCapraAegagrus]

Thanks 2pc and Decknowledgy!

I understand there is a gilded version, but here is what I get from Steve's mail,

A1 SECTION,
Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Gilded Combo Pack (1 of Each)
Anubis Foiled
Osiris Foiled

Above combination and naming cofused me...

Yes, that seems confusing.

Standard Edition and "Foiled" are just the same. Not sure why he worded it the way that he did. So, look at the email like this:

Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack
Anubis + Osiris Gilded Edition Combo Pack
Anubis Standard Edition
Osiris Standard Edition

He also words his campaigns poorly. Like the Ascension tucks being foiled, he sent out the update saying, "the decks will be foiled". Most people would take that to mean that the back design will have foil on it. He's weird.

Judging by the pricing that was listed in email....I think the Anubis Foiled and Osiris Foiled should probably be the Gilded decks...

I didn't get the email (whyyyyyyyyyy).

What is the pricing?

[Oscar53955]

I didn't get the email (whyyyyyyyyyy).

What is the pricing?

A1: Extremely Limited Quantity (One per customer)

Muertos Color Decks Combo Pack (1 of Each) ($45)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Edition Combo Pack (1 of Each) ($40)
Anubis + Osiris Standard Gilded Combo Pack (1 of Each) ($80)
Hana Kimono Signature Combo Pack (1 of Each) ($150)
Hana Blue Signature ($80)
Hana Red Signature ($80)
Anubis Foiled ($45)
Osiris Foiled ($45)

A2: Limited Quantity
Osiris Standard Edition ($20)
Muertos Celebration Deck ($15)
Muertos Sun Deck ($15)
Hana Gold Edition ($15)

A3: Discounts 15% Off using the code (secretsale41718)
Muertos Mourning Gold
Olympia White Edition
Olympia Underworld
Moon Deck
Uncut Sheets
Hip Hop Lyrical Pins