Author (Read 24478 times)

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #75 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:14:08 PM »

Quote from: Reylek on May 08, 2012, 06:46:34 PM

Hey folks! Only a little over an hour until launch! Hope to see you all there!!

Can't wait to see what you have in store for us!

Evan · « **Reply #76 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:33:54 PM »

The NOC deck box has been revealed! Looks great and I love how simple it is!

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #77 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:37:59 PM »

Quote from: Evan on May 08, 2012, 07:33:54 PM

The NOC deck box has been revealed! Looks great and I love how simple it is!

I like the simplicity but I feel like it lacks 1 phrase or word in the yellow.

vmagic · « **Reply #78 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:40:56 PM »

And there's 5 colors apparently!

It would be nice if companies didn't wait until the last minute to unveil their sites though. The seasonsplayingcards.com did the same thing.

Evan · « **Reply #79 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:44:42 PM »

Quote from: vmagic on May 08, 2012, 07:40:56 PM

And there's 5 colors apparently!

Correct, there will be Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, and Purple.

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #80 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:45:22 PM »

Quote from: vmagic on May 08, 2012, 07:40:56 PM

And there's 5 colors apparently!

It would be nice if companies didn't wait until the last minute to unveil their sites though. The seasonsplayingcards.com did the same thing.

We've known that there are 5 colors for a week now. And the site is:
http://houseofplayingcards.com/
We've known that for 2 weeks. They have a newsletter as well.
And we knew about the Seasons website 2 weeks before hand as well. I'm not sure where you've been.

vmagic · « **Reply #81 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:50:28 PM »

I've known about the websites for quite some time now, but what I meant is that they haven't launched the site yet, at least now from what I can see, it just shows a page where you can subscribe for their newsletter or whatever.

loldudex2 · « **Reply #82 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:51:42 PM »

He means when they publish the finished sites at the last minute problems tend to go wrong.

Although we knew about seasonsplayingcards.com for two weeks when it was published there were a number of problems making it so many people, including yourself, unable to get some.

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #83 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:52:29 PM »

Quote from: vmagic on May 08, 2012, 07:50:28 PM

I've known about the websites for quite some time now, but what I meant is that they haven't launched the site yet, at least now from what I can see, it just shows a page where you can subscribe for their newsletter or whatever.

That's kind of the point though. They don't want to reveal their project and site before the release time.

vmagic · « **Reply #84 on:** May 08, 2012, 07:57:59 PM »

They already did via a youtube video on their facebook, looks awesome!

vmagic · « **Reply #85 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:02:07 PM »

And it crashed!

Evan · « **Reply #86 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:03:34 PM »

Quote from: vmagic on May 08, 2012, 07:50:28 PM

I've known about the websites for quite some time now, but what I meant is that they haven't launched the site yet, at least now from what I can see, it just shows a page where you can subscribe for their newsletter or whatever.

Why launch a site with no products or anything?

Reylek · « **Reply #87 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:06:28 PM »

Hey guys, the site is now live at www.houseofplayingcards.com

We are getting TONS of hits on the server, so please bear with us if the site is a little slow!

Thanks to everyone for your support

Frost · « **Reply #88 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:08:32 PM »

how do we go in to the website ?

Evan · « **Reply #89 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:10:40 PM »

Congrats on the HOPC launch!
The site looks great and I look forward to checking out its features.

Eyeball · « **Reply #90 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:11:19 PM »

Gah!!!!! I checked out as a guest because I thought it would be quicker, but at the end (after I completed my order) it told me that I wouldn't get any points because I didn't make an account. Is there anyway I can make an account and have these points still apply? It would have been nice if there was a notification about not receiving points if you checked out as a guest BEFORE I completed my order...

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #91 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:15:06 PM »

I can't get in...

Aaron · « **Reply #92 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:16:19 PM »

Shipping for any # of decks is $18 to canada, Thats pretty high.

nimblewitted · « **Reply #93 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:16:38 PM »

Perhaps it's just me, but I think this site was over-hyped. With exception to the whole "Create your own cards" concept, there's nothing really new here. Just a couple of new decks and a rehash of a few others. So much for being "like no other". That, and what kind of company doesn't show pictures of the deck faces (for NOC)?? Make me think they're the same faces as the crown decks (which weren't really great from the start).

KPopFever605 · « **Reply #94 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:19:33 PM »

I absolutely love the layout of the website! It screams of "cleanliness" and professionalism. The prices aren't outrageous like other sites, and the variety is nothing like I've seen before. The site is very maneuverable and organized so that anyone can find what they are looking for. The site is truly amazing, but I even think that phrase wouldn't even tell about the site to its extent. The fact that you allowed us to gain points and coupons based on ad cards is wonderful. If it were up to me, the hype was totally worth it and I can't wait to see what wonders you have coming up in store.

P.S. - Are you able to use the Blue Crown store account instead of creating a new, separate HOPC account?

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #95 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:21:32 PM »

Ok. I just realized I can't access the site through Google Chrome. It works through Safari though.

Evan · « **Reply #96 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:22:52 PM »

I got 2 purple, 2 red, and 2 blue NOC decks!
What did you get?

Reylek · « **Reply #97 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:25:03 PM »

Hey guys! Thanks for all of the comments. I'm sure you can imagine, we are quite busy right now - there are always kinks to work out!

Everyone is entitled to their opinions, but we think our Deck Submission program is extremely innovative and exciting for the industry. Crunch your own numbers, and I think you'll see that our program is VERY attractive opposed to using Kickstarter, putting up your own funds, etc.

Shipping is expensive these days. Have you looked at the price of fuel? Our shipping rates our based on actual USPS rates. Often we use flat rate where possible, so while it can be a little expensive for a couple of decks, it saves on large orders. We charge very little for handling. Trust me, we are not making a profit on our shipping rates.

I'm always happy to help however I can, but if you have any issues, please make sure you send an email to info@houseofplayingcards.com rather than messaging me here on the forums. Going through our official channels will get you the quickest response.

NathanCanadas · « **Reply #98 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:26:25 PM »

Quote from: KPopFever605 on May 08, 2012, 08:19:33 PM

I absolutely love the layout of the website! It screams of "cleanliness" and professionalism. The prices aren't outrageous like other sites, and the variety is nothing like I've seen before. The site is very maneuverable and organized so that anyone can find what they are looking for. The site is truly amazing, but I even think that phrase wouldn't even tell about the site to its extent. The fact that you allowed us to gain points and coupons based on ad cards is wonderful. If it were up to me, the hype was totally worth it and I can't wait to see what wonders you have coming up in store.

P.S. - Are you able to use the Blue Crown store account instead of creating a new, separate HOPC account?

I totally agree. Although I know I'll regret it later, I won't pick up the NOC decks or any other deck for sale there. I find the site very well thought out, and the ideas brilliant. I also picked up the free flourishes video, because, although I know how to perform them all, I just want to see Alex Pandrea's take on the flourishes and his way of teaching them. I don't really understand the "video" category though.

Reylek · « **Reply #99 on:** May 08, 2012, 08:27:34 PM »

HOPC is a totally separate site from The Blue Crown as far as purchasing is concerned. You will need an account on each site to make purchases. HOPC has some unique features (such as the points system) that are not implemented on The Blue Crown