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It has been some time since our last update. What have we been working on? A number of products actually, so here is an update.

The next product to come out will be the new Galactic Underground 2. The artwork is finished, and layout is mostly complete. We are doing some last minute edits and adjustments to layout before it goes to the printer. We received a lot of useful playtest feedback on the changes to some of the races, like the Ikrini and Gemini.

We released the first draft of Engage to a select set of playtesters. We have gotten a lot of useful feedback on it, and a second draft is in the works. Eventually we will post the Engage playtest material to all playtesters.

Work has begun on the new version of Uncle Ernie’s Minions of Doom. A lot of work is going into revising the stat block for each creature to make it easier to use.

The work on the Revised Battlelords core rulebook is still progressing. There was a LOT of feedback form the initial playtest packets, and it became clear that I needed to give the playtesters a complete packet instead of several disjointed files. There was just too much bleed. Combat bled into primary stats, which bled into skills, and on and on.

This brings up playtesting. The way we are handling this now is playtesters are invited to join a private mailing list that has a file archive. Once the invitation is accepted you gain access to the files and can post questions and feedback to the mailing list. All that is required to get a playtester invite is signed NDA. More playtesters means a better product, so you are interested contact me.

An entertaining thread has started on our forums.  People are telling the story of the most memorable critical success (01) or critical failure (00).  Check it out: http://www.ssdc.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1229546041

On another note, we have been selling matrix cards for some time now. We are considering adding the ability to pick and choose the exact matrix cards you want, and purchase only those, instead of the entire pack. You would be charged based on how many cards you purchase; perhaps $1/card. As an extension to this idea is an idea to put the Lock-N-Load catalog of weapons, equipment, armor, etc. online. This would be a service that you could access via our web site (perhaps formatted for mobile access). There would be a monthly or annual charge for the service. Please post any comments below.

Finally, a Battlelords Facebook application is in the works.  It is in alpha stage, but you can follow this link (http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=33236843272) to keep tabs on the progress, become a fan of the app, and add the application to your Facebook.

Engines of War was the second runner up for the Indie RPG Awards 2007 Supplement of the Year.

http://www.rpg-awards.com/2007/supplement_of_year.shtml

Just a quick note to remind everyone there are only a few days left to take advantage of the Xmas in July sale (20%). Get your orders in by Friday.

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SSDC, Inc. Releases Engines of War: The Battlelords’ Vehicle Guide

Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century RPG Expands Product Line

Portland, OR - June 23, 2007 - Today SSDC, Inc., producer of the popular science-fiction role-playing game line Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century announced the release of Engines of War: The Battlelords’ Vehicle Guide.

Engines of War is a 136 page supplement to Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century that contains a complete and concise rules system for vehicle operation and combat. Engines of War retails for $24.95 (US). Engines of War provides complete rules for for piloting, damaging, and fighting vehicles in the Battlelords of the Twenty-third Century setting. More than 40 detailed skimmers, wheeled vehicles and Ultra Armors (Humpty Dumpties). Included are new weapons and equipment to customize your vehicle, optional rules to increase the level of detail or streamline game play, and new vehicle-specific skills. Also included are detailed record sheets for vehicles and Ultra Armor.

Effective immediately, and in effect until the release at the end of July, Engines of War is available for pre-order. During the pre-order period SSDC, Inc. is offering a 20% discount on any orders placed that include Engines of War.

About Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century

Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century is a deep space role-playing, pend and paper, game that utilized the d100 system. The d100 system is a skill-based percentile gaming system that provides the utmost in realism. Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century features some of the best art in the industry.

About SSDC

SSDC is a privately held US game company that focuses on science-fiction games, best best known for its popular role-playing game Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century. Purchasing Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century from Optimus Design Systems in 1999 SSDC has brought the popular RPG back to life by revitalizing and expanding the line. Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century has been around for over 15 years, proving its worth year after year in an industry where science-fiction RPGs have a short shelf life. To learn more about SSDC’s products, visit http://www.ssdc.com

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Contact:
Aaron Thies
SSDC, Inc.
athies@ssdc.com
(585) 672.7050

SSDC, Inc. is pleased to announce an agreement had been met with Athena Virtual Productions to develop a video game based on Battlelords of the Twenty-Third Century. Both A single player/multi-player game and MMORPG are planned. The supplements and MMORPG stories together will complement each other and playing both will reveal different facets in the universe, but it is not necessary to play both.

A rewards program, tentatively dubbed the ‘Minion Referral Service’ will be offered that will allow new players to earn special discounts on purchase of the game by referring new players. The top rated Minions will win special prizes, get exclusive Beta access to the MMORPG and the highest rated Minion will win a lifetime free access to the MMORPG. More details on the ‘Minion Referral Service’ will be forthcoming.