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In the Shadow of Glory - An epistolary TTRPG

Created by The Ravensridge Emporium

In the Shadow of Glory is a two player epistolary game of flawed heroes and villains. Explore the nostalgic relationship between two long lost foes, as they uncover what it means to be the human behind the mask.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

🥳🎉We did it!
12 months ago – Thu, Apr 03, 2025 at 04:59:56 PM

Dearest Heroes, Villians, and Vigilantes,

In the Shadow of Glory has finally come to a close, and we can proudly announce that we not only fully funded, but met most of our stretch goals! A million thank yous to all of you that backed this project, we are thrilled to be able to bring this game to life. It looks absolutely gorgeous.

The pledge manager will open later this month. You'll have the oppurtunity to add on any extras you missed, manage your pledge, and modify shipping details.

If you were curious about what else we create, here's the link to our website!

You are all my heroes, thank you.
Yours truly,
Super villain game designer, Jessie    

🤠 Final Stretch Goal Revealed!
about 1 year ago – Mon, Mar 31, 2025 at 04:17:18 PM

Dearest Heroes, Villians, and Vigilantes,

The hours are counting down to the end of the campaign!

Recently, a rogue agent of chaos asked "Will you be revealing the secret stretch goal soon?".
I figured now is the time to reveal this well kept secret! The campaign will be updated with the following details.
If we reach $7,000 we will add an entire section into the book about solo game play! Can't find anyone to play this with? Time to hit the solo mode!



Where's my super suit?!
Yours truly,
Super villain game designer, Jessie     

🐱‍🏍 Only 4 days left!
about 1 year ago – Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 02:07:47 AM

Dearest Heroes, Villians, and Vigilantes,

We can't believe there are only 4 days left of Pocketopia! Although our time on Backerkit is coming to a close, we wanted to say another big thank you to all of you that have backed our project. You've inspired us to make something truely wonderful. Soon (thanks to you all bringing it to life) you'll get your hands on In the Shadow of Glory, but first i wanted to bring up a few points.

  •  If you haven’t backed the project yet, now’s the time! Spread the word like a delicable jam. 

  • We have some other absolutely incredible games available as an 'add-on' ! Add those bad boys on, you know you want too <3

  •  We also have an 'add on' of a letter writting kit! We designed in the letter paper ourselves to match the vibe of the game. You're welcome.

  • Lastly, i wanted to show you all a sneak peak of a work-in-progress art piece. The artist, Brandon Lee, had a vision for this piece and smashed it out of the park. Does this guy remind you of the guy from A Series of Unfortunate Events? 



Happy world destroyin--
With endless gratitude.
Yours truly,
Super villain game designer, Jessie    








🏃‍♂️👮‍♂️ Cross-collab partner Hit the Road Jack
about 1 year ago – Mon, Mar 17, 2025 at 06:53:54 PM

Dearest Heroes, Villians, and Vigilantes,

Cross-Collab Project
There are 17 days left of the project and i thought i'd pop in today to talk about our Cross-Collab project!
We have partnered with RV Games, to help promote their game Hit the Road, Jack!, a solo/duet game of adrenaline rush and creeping terror. A game of cat and mouse between two characters that we call the Jacks.  Can you believe this game has four potential endings? If their project reaches funding goal, backers of both In the Shadow of Glory, and Hit the Road, Jack! will recieve a free mask and temporary superhero tattoo with each physical pledge.



Looking for a Pen Pal?
We have received word here at our super villain headquaters that a few of you potential recruits are looking for a pen pal to play In the Shadow of Glory with. Hearing this news, i humbly offer you all our discord link, where you can join our Pen Pal group. There are you request a pen pal for game play and to exchange letters with!
Joining this discord will also allow you to participate in playtesting of our upcoming games, and have a chat with the designers!

May your whites always mix with your reds in the washing machine.
Yours truly,
Super villain game designer, Jessie   

🤩💃 Another stretch goal unlocked!!
about 1 year ago – Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 09:01:52 PM

Dearest Heroes, Villians, and Vigilantes,

We unlocked the $2,000 stretch goal!
This stretch goal gives you access to a letter writing kit - you can add it to your pledge as an add-on. The letter writing kit will include:
  • 12 In the Shadow of Glory inspired envelopes
  • 12 sheets of premium lined paper
  • An art deco ball-point pen to write in style

If you haven't noticed, there are 66 other projects on Backerkit for Pocketopia, and 36 out of the 67 projects are fully funded! Go check out those other projects and help them fund!

It's going to be an incredible 3 weeks, thank you for being here for it.

Always remember, within your shadow of glory lies a person with a story to tell.

Yours truly,
Super villain game designer, Jessie