Heroes,

Can you believe it? Legends of Akeroth launches in exactly one week!
 
This campaign has been an absolute whirlwind and we are beyond excited to finally put this game in your hands.

🎯 68 Followers Stand Between You and Free VTT Support

We’re so close, we can almost touch it.
 
We are only 68 followers away from unlocking full VTT support for every single backer, completely for free! Digital assets, integrated character sheets, and immersive combat systems, all ready to bring Erwick to life at your virtual table.

Know someone who loves JRPG inspired games? Share Legends of Akeroth with them! Every follow counts.


 

🐉 In Case You Missed It: The Dragons of Erwick!

We recently announced our first ever crossover with Drakonym, and if you haven't seen it yet, here's everything you need to know:

Three legendary dragons guard the land of Erwick; the Scythe Dragon, the Mace Dragon, and the Lance Dragon.

Want to get your hands on these epic creatures? Here’s how:

Back Legends of Akeroth + Any Other Crossed Paths Game:
You'll automatically receive complete statblocks for all three Dragons of Erwick as legendary adversaries in Legends of Akeroth, complete with full combat stats and tactical challenges.

Back Legends of Akeroth + Drakonym:
You will also get all 3 dragons as bondable companions & statblocks for use with Drakonym that your characters can raise from an egg and ride. That's all new lore, new perks and brand new artwork!

Already own Drakonym?
Perfect! Just back Legends at any tier when we launch next week!

Don't own Drakonym yet?
Grab it now and back Legends or grab Drakonym as an add-on during the campaign.

Whether you choose to stand against or alongside these mythic beasts, don’t miss your opportunity to claim them now!

🏆 Caption Contest Winners

A huge thank you to everyone who entered our caption contest over on Discord, you had us absolutely crying with laughter.
After much deliberation, we are excited to announce our three winners, each taking home 25XP for the XP Challenge!


🥇 @asteriamarie
"And how do you want to do this?" - Ash
"Well I just uppercut it straight in the jaw, knocking it out!" - Kero
"One down, 3 more to go" - Ash

🥇 @beautiphil
Ash: "I can't read"
Kero: "It's ok, just roll and make it up"

🥇 @crit_nerd
"They are thrilled that Calvin Calvin lives another day"

Congratulations to you all, these were perfect and we wouldn't have them any other way! 🎉



One week left, adventurers… Will we see you on the other side?

Adventure on,
The Crossed Paths Team ⚔️

Adventurers,

Valentine's Day is this weekend, and we thought, what better time to talk about romance in Legends of Akeroth?

💕 Announcing: Romance Rules

• Provide structure for building genuine connections with characters you meet
• Track the development of relationships over time
• Create memorable moments of emotional depth
• Work seamlessly whether you're playing solo or with a group
• Add another layer of storytelling to your hero's journey

• The childhood friend who becomes something more
• The rival whose conflict sparks into passion
• The companion met on the road who understands you like no one else
• The unexpected connection that changes everything

...these rules will help you tell those stories with depth and meaning.

❤️ More details coming soon, but we wanted to share this now because, well, it's Valentine's Day and love is in the air!

🎯 Weekly XP Challenges

Don't forget to earn XP this week!

Ways to Earn:

📌 Follow on BackerKit: 50 XP
💬 Comment on this update: 10 XP
📊 Vote in this week's poll: 5 XP
📱 Share on social media (with proof): 25 XP
🤝 Refer a friend who follows: 50 XP

Open a ticket using #xp-tickets in Discord to report your activities and claim your XP!

📊 This Week's Poll (5 XP!)

Since we're talking romance, let's ask:

What kind of NPC relationship are you most excited to explore?

Your answer might inspire the examples we include in the rules!

💬 Tell Us Your Stories

Have you ever had a memorable NPC relationship in a TTRPG? A romance that developed naturally? A connection that surprised you?

Share in the comments - we'd love to hear your stories! (And earn 10 XP while you're at it!)





Love is an adventure worth taking. Whether in Akeroth or in life. ❤️

Happy Valentine's Day, adventurers!

The Crossed Paths Team ⚔️

Adventurers,

This is it. Launch month.

February 24th is almost here, and Legends of Akeroth is ready to soar. Here's what you need to know:

Exclusive Pin Reward

• Follow the BackerKit page to claim the Sword of Kings pin 
• Return as a backer by supporting any previous project to earn the Knights of Erwick pin  
• Join as an Early Bird by backing within the first 48 hours of launch to enter The First Kingdom pin 
• Reserve your place and set forth into The Great Expanse pin

Important note:
 
If you miss out on the challenge rewards, please don’t worry! 
You will also be able to purchase the pins separately to complete your set. We want everyone who wants one to have the opportunity: these challenges are just the first way to get it.

Drakonym Crossover: Mysteries Await

Here's something exciting: a Legends of Akeroth x Drakonym crossover reveal is coming soon.
Want early access to this reveal? Become a returning Crossed Paths backer by backing Drakonym before the Legends launch. Return backers will get the crossover details soon.

Both games share the world of Akeroth, and the connections run deeper than you might think...

The Final Countdown

Launch is February 24th. Everything is ready. Your hero's journey begins soon.
Are you ready?

Adventure on,
The Crossed Paths Team ⚔️

Adventurers!

You did it. We hit 2,500 followers!

This community has been absolutely incredible; sharing, supporting, voting in polls, leaving comments, and spreading the word about Legends of Akeroth. Today, we're celebrating that milestone and unveiling what you've unlocked.

🎬 Milestone Unlocked: How To Play Tutorial Series

As promised, hitting 2,500 followers means we're releasing a complete How To Play tutorial video series for Legends of Akeroth!

These aren't going to be quick feature overviews or sales pitches. We're building comprehensive, easy-to-follow videos that walk you through everything you need to know:

📹 Character Creation - Build your hero from scratch, step by step
⚔️ Combat Basics - Understanding Grid vs Zoned Combat and tactics
✨ Magic & Spellcasting - How the six elemental schools work in practice
 🎲 Core Mechanics - Rolling checks, using boon & bane, managing statuses
📖 Running Your First Session - From setup to your hero's first adventure



Whether you're completely new to TTRPGs or a veteran looking to understand Legends of Akeroth's specific systems, these videos will get you playing confidently. The first video in the series is available right now, so you can prepare for your own adventures in depth!

Thank you for making this happen. This tutorial series exists because you believed in Legends of Akeroth enough to follow, share, and bring your friends along for the journey.



Fancy some extra XP? Go leave us a comment on the video for a bonus 10XP (1 comment per person)!

🎯 Next Goal: Alchemy VTT Support (3,000 Followers)

Now that we've celebrated, let's talk about what's next:

At 3,000 followers, we're bringing Legends of Akeroth to Alchemy VTT.

For those unfamiliar, Alchemy VTT is a powerful virtual tabletop platform that makes playing online smooth, intuitive, and visually stunning. Full Alchemy support means:

🗺️ Digital Maps & Tokens - Beautiful battlefields ready to play
📋 Integrated Character Sheets - All your stats, abilities, and progress in one place
🎲 Automated Dice Rolling - The system handles the math, you focus on the story
⚔️ Streamlined Combat - Initiative, status effects, and positioning made easy
✨ Spell & Ability Management - Quick access to everything your hero can do



Whether you're playing solo online, running remote sessions with friends, or just prefer digital tools, Alchemy support opens up entirely new ways to experience Akeroth.

We're less than 500 followers away. That's it. Just 500 more people discovering Legends of Akeroth, and we unlock this for everyone.

🚀 How You Can Help

We're so close. Here's how to push us over the finish line:

📱 Share on social media - Tell your friends why you're excited about Legends of Akeroth
💬 Talk about it in your communities - Discord servers, Reddit, gaming groups
⭐ Follow if you haven't yet - Every single follow counts

📊 This Week's Poll (Earn 5 XP!)

Speaking of getting closer to 3,000, don't forget to vote in this week's community poll!

Which Alchemy VTT feature are you most excited about?
[Vote now for 5 XP!]

Your answer helps us understand what matters most to the community!

💬 A Quick Thank You

Hitting 2,500 followers isn't just a number to us, it's 2,500 people who believe in what we're building. Some of you have been here since the first demo. Others just discovered Legends of Akeroth this week. All of you matter, and all of you are helping shape what this game becomes.



So thank you. Genuinely. We're building something special here, and you're the reason it's possible.
Now let's get to 3,000 🎲✨

Adventure on,
The Crossed Paths Team ⚔️

Adventurers!

This week we've got two exciting announcements: a stunning new pledge item that's going to make your table sparkle, and a brand new way to earn exclusive rewards just by being part of our community!

🎲 New Pledge Item: Spirit Crystal Dice Set

Magic flows through everything in Akeroth; the earth, the sky, the very air you breathe. And now, it flows through your dice.

Introducing the Spirit Crystal Dice Set, a gorgeous collection designed specifically for Legends of Akeroth. These dice are crafted to capture the ethereal beauty of Akeroth's magic, with translucent designs that catch the light like crystallized spells.



Each set includes everything you need for your adventures: 1D4, 7D6, 1D8, 1D10, 1D12 & 1D20. Whether you're casting Radiant spells, channeling Voidcraft energies, or engaging in tactical Zoned Combat, these dice will make every roll feel magical.

The Spirit Crystal Dice Set will be available as an add-on for all backers when we launch. We'll share exact pricing and pre-order details very soon, but we wanted to give you this sneak peek now so you can start planning your pledge!

🎮 NEW: Discord XP Rewards Program!

Here's something we're really excited about: we're launching an XP rewards program exclusively for our Discord community!

Starting now, you can earn XP by engaging with Legends of Akeroth across different platforms, and unlock exclusive rewards that money can't buy.

How to Earn XP:
📌 Follow on BackerKit: 50 XP
💬 Comment on a BackerKit update: 10 XP (limit 1 per update)
📊 Vote in a BackerKit poll: 5 XP per poll
📱 Share BackerKit link on social media (with proof): 25 XP
🤝 Refer a friend who follows: 50 XP

Plus: Special XP challenges will be revealed between now and launch with bonus opportunities to level up faster!

XP Levels & Rewards:
🌟 Level 1 (150 XP): Custom Discord role + exclusive LoA avatar
🎯 Level 2 (300 XP): Early access to next demo/content
📖 Level 3 (600 XP): Exclusive character pack
⚔️ Level 4 (1200 XP): Free adventure

These rewards are completely exclusive; you can't buy them, you can only earn them by being an active part of our community!



How to Participate:

Join our Discord if you haven't already: https://discord.gg/crossedpaths
Start earning! Follow on BackerKit, vote in this week's poll, leave a comment, share with friends
Report your activities using the #xp-tickets channel and we'll update your XP

📊 This Week's Poll

Speaking of earning XP, here's this week's community poll! Vote now for 5 XP:

Which magic calls to you?

Cast your vote below! And remember - voting gets you 5 XP toward your next reward.

💬 Quick Reminder: Earn XP Right Now!

If you're reading this update, here are three easy ways to earn XP immediately:

Comment below with your thoughts on the Spirit Crystal Dice (10 XP!)
Vote in the poll (5 XP!)
Share this update on social media and show us proof in Discord (25 XP!)

That's 40 XP in just a few minutes, more than a quarter of the way to your first reward!





We're getting so close to launch, and the energy around Legends of Akeroth keeps building. Thank you for being part of this community and helping us create something special together.

Now get out there and start earning that XP! 🎲✨

Adventure on,
The Crossed Paths Team ⚔️