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Paul Carpenter · « **on:** January 11, 2012, 11:00:21 AM »

Hey all!

Encarded is excited to announce that we are partnering with Conjuring Creations to bring you an exclusive Tendril version of the sweet Eco Card Clip. The all natural bamboo Eco clip is the perfect match for the nature-inspired Tendril deck.

There will be a PRE-RELEASE with only 20 of these special clips this Friday @ 5pm EST. Be sure to follow @encarded and @conjurcreations for all the details! We'll be posting more info and how you can get one of these exclusive clips soon.

Don Boyer · « **Reply #1 on:** January 11, 2012, 01:53:05 PM »

Looks very nice - I'm hoping these bamboo clips turn out to be great, 'cause they're boatloads cheaper than the metal ones! I love a Porper as much as the next guy, but there's only so many you can afford...

dmbaggs · « **Reply #2 on:** January 11, 2012, 02:11:06 PM »

This looks pretty cool!! I'm excited to try out the regular eco clip and this one looks just as cool! It's cool to see some collaboration pieces

Hopefully we'll see a Conjuring Creations X Aethercards collab

Evan · « **Reply #3 on:** January 11, 2012, 02:49:52 PM »

I already bought the Eco Clip regular one..... damn. I like this one a lot! The design is really cool. Hopefully I can buy one.

Joshua Robinson · « **Reply #4 on:** January 11, 2012, 04:34:06 PM »

Tendril Card clip for the Tendril deck!

dee1orean · « **Reply #5 on:** January 11, 2012, 06:54:12 PM »

Surely it would make sense to offer these in a reward tier during the Tendril kickstarter promo?

Seems a bit weird to buy a clip for a deck that hasn't been released yet and if you're really unlucky you don't get a chance to own. just my 2cents...

Having said that, they do look awesome!!!

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #6 on:** January 11, 2012, 10:11:11 PM »

Quote from: dee1orean on January 11, 2012, 06:54:12 PM

Surely it would make sense to offer these in a reward tier during the Tendril kickstarter promo?

Why of course! But no reason we can't have a little fun beforehand. I'm doing my best to make sure this all happens.

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #7 on:** January 12, 2012, 03:14:36 PM »

Alright, here's the scoop. Tomorrow, Friday, 5pm EST you just need to head over to http://store.encarded.com and try to grab a clip. There are 20, each one with the Tendril design and a laser-engraved signature and numbering.

We are working hard to get the Tendril deck on Kickstarter soon. USPCC needs a little adjustment to the art, and then we'll have a prototype deck, a new trailer with some great cardistry in it, and we have plans for more contests, events and more.

I, personally, greatly appreciate the feedback and support and with your help I want to get Tendril in your hands as soon as possible. The card community is just chock full of great folks, and I'm glad to be a small part of it.

xela · « **Reply #8 on:** January 12, 2012, 05:19:03 PM »

Looking forward to the clip, Paul.

Evan · « **Reply #9 on:** January 12, 2012, 08:05:41 PM »

Why is there a clip for a deck that does exist yet? I like the deck and the clip a lot but it just doesnt make sense to me.

Robert Butler · « **Reply #10 on:** January 12, 2012, 10:16:09 PM »

Lol, funny hearing that from you when you were asking me for one a few hours ago Evan. But yes it's a valid question. To be honist it simply the spark of many great things to come from the Tendril deck. This is simply the 1st clip for it

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #11 on:** January 12, 2012, 10:20:03 PM »

Well, I can think of a few reasons

- Doing fun creative stuff like this is just that, fun, and also helps build "brand awareness" for Tendril and Encarded in general
- Partnering on cool projects like this one helps to show that there's more to the project than just "slap something together and throw it on Kickstarter." I'm trying to build an array of things that will all speak to my having dedication, passion and interest in the card community. I truly want this to be special and successful for everyone.
- Tendril WILL exist. Be positive my friend! And once it does, 20 people will have a unique item.
- This clip is an intro into the Encarded realm and will give some select people a little "backstage access" to the whole process

In the end though, this is just exciting and fun to think about, design and be a part of.

Evan · « **Reply #12 on:** January 13, 2012, 07:24:15 AM »

Quote from: Robert Butler on January 12, 2012, 10:16:09 PM

Lol, funny hearing that from you when you were asking me for one a few hours ago Evan. But yes it's a valid question. To be honist it simply the spark of many great things to come from the Tendril deck. This is simply the 1st clip for it

Im sure the deck will be funded but if its not, its still a really cool looking clip IMO

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #13 on:** January 13, 2012, 03:56:37 PM »

Reminder that in about 1 hour @ 5pm the 20 pre-release Tendril Eco clips will be available. Be sure to get yours! http://store.encarded.com

Derek · « **Reply #14 on:** January 13, 2012, 04:16:03 PM »

I'll be at work at 5

Oh well, good luck with the clip, looks great!

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #15 on:** January 13, 2012, 08:10:26 PM »

Derek, you may be in luck. After a flurry of activity with all 20 being added to carts in less an 5 kmin, a few folks didn't complete their orders so a handful remain. Go for it guys! When tendril comes out (and it WILL, come hell or high water) you'll wish you had one of these special clips.

dmbaggs · « **Reply #16 on:** January 13, 2012, 08:15:15 PM »

This is a beautiful clip! I didn't have the money to get one but that's just how it goes sometime.

Will you be doing another run of these? Or was it a one time offer?

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #17 on:** January 14, 2012, 11:25:56 AM »

There is ONE left. Act now, or forever hold your peace.

Evan · « **Reply #18 on:** January 14, 2012, 11:43:48 AM »

Will there ever be more of these?

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #19 on:** January 14, 2012, 12:02:21 PM »

Of this particular design? No. But we will most likely do another one as part of the Kickstarter packages, but those won't feature individual numbering or the signature.

Evan · « **Reply #20 on:** January 14, 2012, 03:18:46 PM »

Well congrats on selling them all! Sadly, I didn't have the money for it but hopefully I can get one from the Kicksarter.

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #21 on:** January 14, 2012, 03:52:26 PM »

We've got some cool ideas for future clips, so stay tuned. They may not be the signature numbered series, but they will have some new art and other interesting features...

Don Boyer · « **Reply #22 on:** January 14, 2012, 06:39:48 PM »

I tried getting one last night and was told they sold out by the web store...

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #23 on:** January 14, 2012, 08:17:14 PM »

Sorry! It would depend on when you checked. If people put the item in their cart it "holds" it for 30 min so they have time to checkout. Might have hit it at just the wrong time.

Don Boyer · « **Reply #24 on:** January 14, 2012, 11:29:40 PM »

Quote from: xmetal on January 14, 2012, 08:17:14 PM

Sorry! It would depend on when you checked. If people put the item in their cart it "holds" it for 30 min so they have time to checkout. Might have hit it at just the wrong time.

I tried at about 11:30pm Eastern.