TfD: 2025 Update - With Julia (Patreon)

Executive Producer Julia brings the latest updates talking about last years successes, challenges and what's in-store for the year ahead.

Key Highlights:

Achievements

• Episodes Released: 16 audio thriller episodes spanning over 7 hours, from an 8-minute pilot to 35-minute episodes.

• Graphic Novel: 81 pages brought to life by talented artists Chelsea, Shahab, and Ron.

• Audiobook Prequel: The 1916 prequel added rich backstory to the universe.

Challenges

• Patreon Revenue Decline: A 40% income loss due to Apple’s 30% fee impacting memberships.

• Piracy Issues: Content was pirated and uploaded to malicious sites, threatening both creators and the community. Fans are encouraged to report any unauthorized sharing.

Upcoming in 2025

• Season 2 of the Audio Thriller:

  • Enhanced character journeys for Emily, Jess, Mei, and others.

  • Tighter pacing and more gripping supernatural intrigue.

  • The next episode is scheduled for release in February 2025.

• Expanded Content:

  • New tier for fan-submitted stories, adapted into audio plays.

  • One-shot comics and audio episodes to expand the universe.

  • Physical merchandise, including posters and collectibles.

Public Launch

• Streaming Release: Season 1 episodes will release weekly on Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon Music (lightly edited for platform requirements). Patreon supporters retain early access and uncensored content.

• Social Media Engagement: Graphic novel pages and marketing campaigns will aim to expand the audience on Instagram and Facebook.

Community Involvement

• Fans can shape the series through polls, Q&A sessions, and fan-submitted ideas.

• Patreon supporters enjoy exclusive perks, including ultra-early access, unaltered content, and behind-the-scenes interactions with the cast and crew.

Live-Action Series or Film

• The ultimate vision is to bring Tales from Davidstown to life as a live-action series or feature film, featuring moments like Emily’s werewolf transformation, Mei’s Huli Jing revelations, and Jess battling the Cerberus.

• The project is currently only at 10% of the required subscription rate to begin production. Progress updates will be shared monthly as the team works toward this milestone.

Call to Action

• Fans can help grow the community by sharing, liking, and engaging with content, as well as supporting on Patreon. Every bit of involvement helps ensure the series not only survives but thrives.