Tis But a Scratch
Added 2018-08-03 03:43:34 +0000 UTC
Dear Insane Children,
I seek the finest and the bravest knights in the land to join me in my Court of Camelot! You have proved yourself worthy... but none (or at least not all) shall pass. It's the same story every month. We add, on average, around 400 new Patrons per month but then lose around 200 at the start of each new month - a net gain of around +200 per month. For those of you who've been around for a while the pattern is familiar...

As it pertains to our work and progress on Asylum this means nothing - tis but a scratch! But for those of you interested in reaching our next Patreon Goal - the Chaos Coin - it may feel a bit frustrating. The good news is that if the previous trend holds we should unlock that goal this month, August 2018.
Several of you have written to ask, "What's going on?" And I think the answer is highly variable. Some people actually write to say, "I need to drop support this month for XYZ reason," while others just vanish silently. I think there are many who have other pressures and obligations to deal with. And there are probably a few who have figured out how to game the system in order to consume content for the month, then cancel before they are charged.
Patreon recently implemented a "Charge on Pledge" option which, like it says, charges a Patron the moment they pledge as opposed to waiting for the end of the monthly cycle. I don't think we see the issue as being large enough to warrant enabling this feature. Despite the ups and downs we're happy, healthy, and making incredible progress towards our shared goals.
I do want to make clear that we absolutely COULD NOT do what we're doing by way of art, design, and story pre-production if it were not for YOUR support. For that, I'l say again (again): THANK YOU!
You are the dedicated few who are acting in a meaningful way to help bring to life a new chapter in an adventure you love. You're taking part in a (seemingly successful) experiment in crowd designing, funding, and promoting a full-blown game development.
I think you'll look back in some years, holding the physical output of your commitment in your hands, and think, "I made this real."
Omri sends along a dress fitting with our ongoing progress - the Confidence / Aggression Dress (pictured above). We discuss this and other new bits of art at length in yesterday's Livestream on YouTube. The other dress we featured was the new Bargaining Dress...

We had a ton of fun on the livestream and I really enjoyed reviewing these new dresses with everyone. Lots of great feedback and ideas flowing from you all!
Omri, Joey, and Alex are all working on new art and rounds of revisions based on your comments and we should expect to see lots of great new images next week. I also expect we'll have bits of news to update on talks with EA, financiers, publishers, and others.
I look forward to your comments and feedback. Remember if you do have a specific question you want addressed during the next livestream, mark it clearly with "QUESTION: " - that will help Martin sort through and find things more quickly. Thanks!
From Shanghai in another Typhoon,
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Hello Saber/Alice from Fate/Stay Wonderland. Love the dress!
2018-09-22 14:58:44 +0000 UTC
SUGGESTION:
Con Dress:
Passive - Slower but higher defence, and hits also hit harder.
Active - Alice becomes like the team Tank. Perhaps for short periods she can become invulnerable to damage, but be really slow or even unable to move so she can take big hits for a time. Alternatively, she could unleash a short burst of powered swings.
Drawback - Temporary exhaustion and paralysis.
Bonus Round - As Alice fights and takes damage the armour could break and fall off. Her defence falls but her speed rises, bringing her to a more balanced combat state. The dress itself would eventually blend to the default Wonderland dress, so the player would only be able to use it afterward as a collectible item in the game. Otherwise it's completely broken after taking a certain amount of damage. Alternatively, don't take as much damage to preserve it. But do you protect Alice by protecting the dress?
2018-08-29 11:44:59 +0000 UTC
Yes. Amazing. I'm loving this so much
Brandon-Stephanie Runge
2018-08-23 02:05:49 +0000 UTC
I don’t think Alice should have actual armour. :P
2018-08-23 01:38:24 +0000 UTC
So beautiful ! Love it !
2018-08-21 06:47:29 +0000 UTC
Alice needs to be in the next Mortal Kombat game : D
2018-08-17 15:11:30 +0000 UTC
Oh wow! I want to cosplay this so badly!!!!
2018-08-14 15:06:17 +0000 UTC
Hell yes I love that dress!!
2018-08-12 12:08:33 +0000 UTC
Love the Knight dress reminds my of Saber from Fate/Stay Night, but more bad ass!
2018-08-11 22:47:27 +0000 UTC
favorite dress right there! glad you are putting that into the game after all! you may not remember, but i asked after this poster on like the second ever live stream! so excited!
Haxxton VonWham
2018-08-09 19:38:52 +0000 UTC
I really want an armored Alice. But this one is a little too...feathery for me. I think it should be a little more blocky and less pointy. Strong looking, not scary. Just my opinion
2018-08-07 17:36:36 +0000 UTC
Absolutely amazing. I love it!!
2018-08-06 21:09:55 +0000 UTC
Like pink dress yes!😊💀🔪
2018-08-06 04:43:49 +0000 UTC
Awesome 🔪💀😊
2018-08-06 04:42:58 +0000 UTC
WARNING: Giant post incoming!
The confidence dress is looking awesome. I really like the armor concept and this is probably going to be my favorite dress as my preferred archtype of characters in any game are warriors with heavy armor.
FEEDBACK FOR OMRI: Fix the gauntlet and make the wrist jointed, because right now it looks stiff with no maneuvability.
Having metal armor underneath leather boots is unusual and cumbersome if you were to wear that in real life. See if you can try to come up with something that balances armor and boots. Or you can do a full armor greaves with heels like Gal Gadot Wonder Woman.
QUESTION: With the confidence dress looking armored, it got me thinking about how the combat system will work. Will we have stats like STR, INT, DEX, etc. or will the game have just flat damage/hits? Having flat damage like the Vorpal Blade will deal 10% of enemies' max hp on all small enemies and deal 2.5% of bosses' max hp on all bosses.
I think this version of the Bargaining Dress fits the bargaining stage of grief better than the green one. Even if bargaining can mean the "business bargaining", but it doesn't really make much sense in terms of grief if it is the dominant theme of the dress. Yes, people in this stage will want to trade anything to bring back what they have lost.
I do see some people really like the green dress, so maybe we can have that one as an DLC or unlockable dress that can be obtained after clearing the game. The green one will be the alternate version of this white dress, just like how in Super Smash Bros. the characters have alternate costumes.
FEEDBACK FOR OMRI: Try to make the dress look a little more like the pajama dresses with some soot/ashes and see how that look. I am suggesting this because Alice witness the fire after she woke up from her sleep. In her mind during this stage, she could be thinking "If only I could have done something to stop the fire." "What if I didn't just follow Dinah and jump out the window?"
2018-08-05 21:04:41 +0000 UTC
o.o ... hmmm ... what?!
2018-08-05 19:52:47 +0000 UTC
Greg's junk reminded me of a scene from the movie Caligula in which the wives and daughters of all senators were made to prostitute themselves for the empire in a one night stand galley themed brothel.
At one point, my female japanese teachers kept telling us, speaking of Japan, "when in Rome do as romans do" with a twinkle in the eye saying: "especially in Caligula's Rome" and a special present for me implying that burning sands of the sodomites in Dante's Inferno are "幸せの砂".
Now they're pissed because they think the 2011 tsunami came to take their love galley back where she belongs and they're screwed because they're not allowed to say anything else than: "I just can't get enough" (fortunately, I understand that, on their floating island, "yes" means "no").
Not sure how this would apply to Alice lost among all these roman planets and all paths leading to them. But japanese investors would want that theme in the game with extra tentacles.
I'd rather think the tsunami brought into existence in 福島 the Zone that some japanese have been praying for. And if the ass fuck did help, so be it. I'm such a glass-half-full kind of guy.
Make Nine Inch Nails great again
2018-08-05 17:33:15 +0000 UTC
I like the new bargaining dress, maybe it can be a bit torn around the edges and made a little dirty. The blue knight dress looks simillar to Saber's armoured dress in the Fate/Stay anime series, I like it. :)
2018-08-05 07:07:19 +0000 UTC
I honestly don't like either of these dresses, but overall I do really like the dresses I have been seeing and the DLC dress pack is one of my favorite parts of the game. I even had a friend make one for me IRL. I can't stand the short hair though. The first dress looks way too World of Warcraft (which I love, but not here), and the second dress doesn't compare to the others that have been presented. It's plain and out of place. I'm sure we're not going to end up with all of these dresses, so at some point a vote would be great. As for subscriptions, I know I want my name on the game so I plan to up my subscription when we get to that point, I just can't afford to do it monthly. Keep being awesome <3.
2018-08-04 19:18:46 +0000 UTC
I like the Bargaining dress BUT I think it should be slightly longer. The dress honestly looks too small for her. Also I really really dislike the hair. I see what you were going for and maybe it could stay slightly like that but I think it needs more movement to it. Maybe some flyaways and slightly more messy. Other than that I really do like it. Sorry if I sound so critical hehe
2018-08-04 14:30:04 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: I've been pledging for some time now and i'm excited on the feedback this project has created; anyway, my question is this? Will there be collectible memory fragments, just like in the last game where it gave specific lore and such; and i'm also curious, how long will the campaign take to beat this time? Thank you for all your hard work and i cannot wait to see on how this all turns out!
2018-08-04 11:25:41 +0000 UTC
I loved the polished look of the green bargaining dress but I agree that it probably doesn't have the right vibe for bargaining as a stage of grief. I think this new dress is moving in the right direction. I imagine it as something almost ragged, maybe a little dirty; while we go through a stage of bargaining, we don't have anything to offer which would actually get us what we're bargaining for. I imagine it as a dress of desperation.
2018-08-04 05:24:53 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: I really love the green bargaining dress as well as other people do but I know it isn't what your looking for in this level. So my question is, would you consider that as a DLC dress, that way it's a win-win?
2018-08-04 04:44:16 +0000 UTC
So, would the green dress not be in the game because it was called the bargaining dress, so is this white one. DON'T DISCARD THE GREEN DRESS. I love the armor dress too!! I do not care for the white dress...it's not macabre enough.
2018-08-04 01:46:45 +0000 UTC
The aggression dress looks amazing. The new Bargaining dress I like a LOT but the best part I think for me with this design is Alice's hair style. I think that looks super awesome! Keep up the good work and I hope to make it to the next live stream!
Tika
2018-08-04 01:22:15 +0000 UTC
You should be able to go back and watch all the previous livestreams.
Justin Cole
2018-08-03 17:36:52 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: I rarely get to watch livestreams so an answer here would be awesome anyhow: since I rarely watch the livestreams has there been any talk of what types of weapons/toys she will be using? Because I'm very curious what her arsenal is going to look like this time around! 😁
2018-08-03 17:08:27 +0000 UTC
This aggression dress IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT IT! I can't wait to see the cosplays! Bargaining dress for me is a YES! It needs some minor changes. Maybe it could look a little torn apart, like it's been overly used. Also I'm really happy because I officially qualified for a chaos coin this month.
Priscila Nosoma
2018-08-03 16:08:44 +0000 UTC
O-M-G! Confidence/Aggression dress is my new fav!! Love everything you guys are creating and I'm so happy to be able to be a part of it! Thank you :)
2018-08-03 15:24:30 +0000 UTC
I like this white Bargaining Dress. Although, as some say, it doesn't fit "our" Alice. So it's not dark and dreary, but I like the idea behind it. Clinging on to a past of when she was happy and care free. It could even be used maybe in a flashback part of the chapter, showing her as a child with her family. It would just give us a glimpse of how her life was before it all went to hell.
2018-08-03 15:13:57 +0000 UTC
As a cosplayer, this is a design i'm DYING to make!!
2018-08-03 15:00:12 +0000 UTC
But she doesn't need to look like she's 8 right, she can still look 13 and still look nostalgic! And she looks to "normal"! That's not our Alice, she looks like a normal kid, the cute "girl next door" and our Alice is more of a alternative type in a super good way! so NO NO!
2018-08-03 14:37:03 +0000 UTC
The Aggression "armor" looks incredible! Her hair and everything is perfect!
But personally, i think the Bargaining Dress is a BIG no no. It really looks like a dress for a 7 years old girl, and makes Alice look to normal and adorable! And i think since the Dodgson as a person is not represented and it's not included in the McGee's Alice, i don't see why would the real Alice would, since they are connected.
2018-08-03 14:14:59 +0000 UTC
maybe you better ask this in a private message to them since it would probably be easier and quicker for them to respond you
2018-08-03 13:34:01 +0000 UTC
I love the aggression dress especially since it's armor but I don't care for this bargaining dress. It didn't seem to fit with the overall theme.
2018-08-03 13:20:37 +0000 UTC
First of thank you so much for your support for his game.
Second I do believe so as he has used Kickstarter in the past.
2018-08-03 12:52:33 +0000 UTC
Thank you. I was like WTF we just lost 150 subs in a day.
2018-08-03 12:49:12 +0000 UTC
Wow... The other outfits have been cool but this one is badass.
I also love the bargaining dress, however I (like most have pointed out) too feel somethings missing.
2018-08-03 12:46:03 +0000 UTC
Well if that does not scream aggression, I do not know what does. Tis an awesome armored dress.
Davinellulinvega
2018-08-03 11:56:35 +0000 UTC
Loving the confidence/aggression dress <3
2018-08-03 11:01:23 +0000 UTC
QUESTION:
I know that Bargaining Dress is only on WIP stage, but it's like...missing something? Maybe hat will suit with dress btw or some other accessorize . But I really like dresses that based on real Alice's dresses or dresses from the books (like denial dress), how many there are will be dresses like that?(from real alice or books and something like that )
SUGGESTION :
I think that aggressive dress should be red, cause red color is always associate with angry\aggression mood. What do you think about it? And what about connect every dress that mean stages (denial, anger and other) with some colors? And also colors have some psychological meaning so it's will be not just random colors.
Also this all is a great work! <3
2018-08-03 10:11:54 +0000 UTC
I can't give more money than 2$ actually per month, but, when the situiation gets better, I want to give more :) Thanks for try to return the madness. Kisses from Spain.
2018-08-03 09:39:04 +0000 UTC
Wow, I officially see a cosplay in there... It would be my second Alice cosplay, but THAT design, OMG, I love everything on it.
Mokona
2018-08-03 09:31:15 +0000 UTC
Hi, I'm new here. Great work gents, keep it up!
2018-08-03 07:40:58 +0000 UTC
First of all, I appreciate the Monty Python and the Holy Grail references. Glad our white rabbit (while a little creepy) isn't nearly as deadly as the one from that film ;). I saw the dresses on the stream, I'm happy to see the armor Alice coming back in some form from the old artwork. The bargaining dress looks lovely, looking forward to the more fleshed out version. I make sure I have money for my monthly charge here the way I would for rent or anything else, I definitly won't drop out.
2018-08-03 06:26:38 +0000 UTC
Alice in armor, you made my dream come true! Each time I'm more amazed by Omri's work. And I really love the idea of having the real Alice's dress too!
2018-08-03 06:04:40 +0000 UTC
QUESTION!! Will the Alchemy Keys be restocked? I really wanted some but I got to the gang too late? And if not, will any other accessories featuring them be produced?
Noah the Empathic and Inferential 🪷
2018-08-03 05:29:19 +0000 UTC
And I must say, I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE the idea of having dresses based on the real history of the stories and the real Alice Liddell - the Denial Dress based on the nursery rhyme, and now this dress, are AWESOME!
In the context of Bargaining, I can see how having her hair becomes short can represent giving up her strength and future to have her old life back. It's like losing her true, powerful self.
INeedANameForThisHuh
2018-08-03 05:17:12 +0000 UTC
I've been hearing that due to a sudden change in Patreon itself, possibly it's headquarters or something, a lot of users' payments were suddenly declined or something. At leas this month, I don't think everyone dropped off willingly.
INeedANameForThisHuh
2018-08-03 05:13:38 +0000 UTC
QUESTION! I know it's definitely been asked before but I pledged to the $75 tier and was wondering how many payments before the items are shipped to you and how long after the payment(s) will it take to arrive. I can't find the info anywhere and I know since it's coming from china it'll take a while.
Noah the Empathic and Inferential 🪷
2018-08-03 05:13:24 +0000 UTC
confidence dress is the best so far \m/
don't know why, but I really want to see Alice as a pirate captain leading the ship through the storm. seems like winter weather affects me a bit XD
2018-08-03 05:07:36 +0000 UTC
Like the Bargaining Dress. The real Alice Liddle has come to life!
2018-08-03 04:47:01 +0000 UTC
You're very welcome American and Martin. And I'm glad you liked my idea I have classified myself as a solitary sponge from confinement aslylum inmate. I love the dress designs and I can't wait to see what you guys got for the future. QUESTION. Do you know of Lulu Hashimoto, the living doll of Japan? Alice's doll dress reminds me a lot of her.
Lucas Severin
2018-08-03 04:46:17 +0000 UTC
I am as passionate about this game as the people directly involved with it and I'm willing to be a little broke once a month for this cause! I promise that I will never recluse my pledge (though at times it might change between $15 and $35) and I will follow through until the end when I'm holding Alice Asylum in my hands 😇💙🌹 everyone keep up the good work and all patrons should share live streams, patreon posts etc... on their social medias every once in a while to show support and spread the word.
2018-08-03 04:15:36 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: Once the game is released, will you do any comic con tours? Photo/Autograph opportunities?
Destiny Jenson
2018-08-03 04:15:02 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: How often do you plan on having livestreams at more EU-friendly times? With summer coming to a close I'm afraid I'll miss out on most of the regular ones.
Thank you in advance ^^
2018-08-03 04:07:17 +0000 UTC
Love the armor idea!!! Adding an even more bad ass look to the blue dress ! One of my fav concepts so far
2018-08-03 03:57:27 +0000 UTC
QUESTION: Since crowdfunding is coming, is it going to be entirely separate from Patreon tiers/rewards? I'm a new patron and chose the $75 tier as the Alice games are a few of my all time favorite games. Keep up the great work! (if it has been talked about already oops I'm new like I said lol)
Justin Cole
2018-08-03 03:57:00 +0000 UTC
Love being part of the process, just wish i could afford to pledge more. A lottery win means full funding though 😁🤘
2018-08-03 03:48:57 +0000 UTC
Wow, that’s crazy how quick people can come and go. But, I always appreciate the things you post. Keep up the awesome!
2018-08-03 03:46:26 +0000 UTC