The Torch that Ignites the Stars Illustrated Deluxe Edition

A Look Inside: the Signature Page!
18 days ago – Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 10:56:09 AM

Hi folks!

Hope you are all doing well! We wanted to share a sneak peak of the signature page, just so you have the whole weekend to be in awe. Illustrated by Daniel Kamarudin and designed by STK Kreations. 

In case you missed! Why a stamped signature? Why not a hand signature?

While we understand that many readers would prefer to have the books hand-signed, for reasons related to Andrew's health and ability to write, it is sadly not a possibility for this project. For that reason, we are opting for a gold-stamped signature.

To clarify: A pressed foil signature is not a digital signature. It is a gold foil pressed onto the page with heat treatment, similar to how printers apply foil to covers. It looks amazing, and we've successfully produced on a multitude of projects, like previous Andrew Rowe's Arcane Ascensions.

If you'd like a little more information on the topic, here is Andrew's own explanation from a relevant blog post:

"To head off one early question, I’m not individually signing these. This isn’t out of a lack of interest, but rather because I have tendinitis in my primary arm, and I’ve been instructed to significantly reduce certain actions. Signing thousands of copies simply isn’t a good idea for medical reasons. Instead, there will be a digital signature. I wish I could do more to personalize these, but it simply isn’t physically wise, so I’m being up-front about this as early as possible."

And if you'd like to check out something else we're working on:

FRANKENSTEIN is here! Thanks to anyone who decides to take a look!

A Quick Check In...
about 2 months ago – Wed, Sep 16, 2026 at 06:32:34 AM

Hey there folks!

Just a quick one for you all today as it's been a few months since we've checked in. We wanted to take a moment to remind everyone how you can access your pledge. Even though we're still a ways off from fulfillment, it's never a bad idea to hop in to make sure your shipping information is up-to-date! Using the following link, enter the email address that's attached to your Kickstarter account and you should be able to pull your pledge right up!

If you have questions at any point in this process, check out the campaign FAQs and if you need additional help, please send an email to [email protected]. Even though it is rare, it may take us up to 3-5 business days to respond and we do not work on holidays or weekends. Thank you! <3

And just in case you want to check out more of our work!

We've had SO many people requesting Frankenstein after we began doing the Classics. Well, the wait is nearly over! Check out the pre-launch page for the campaign HERE! 

This project truly is a labor of love and one very close to our hearts (get it?). We hope to do this beloved tale justice!

Pins Have Arrived!
3 months ago – Fri, Aug 14, 2026 at 11:22:03 AM

Hi there folks!

We've got a quick update for you all today, but first...

If you came by to say hello at GenCon, thank you! We loved seeing you guys face-to-face, chatting about upcoming campaigns, and showing off some of the prettiest books we've done to date. We hope you had as much of a blast as we did, despite the chaotic weather. >.<

Thank you all again, and we'll see some of you later in the year at Dragonsteel!

And now... the prototype pins have finally arrived - take a look!

We love how these turned out! And some of you may have noticed a similar motif...

One small note when we submit our order for the finals: we want to make sure the backs of the pins match, so we'll be requesting the posts be moved to either side as opposed to orienting them top to bottom (hence the Summoner Rune's orientation). In addition, the Wraithmarked 'W' will match in size.

All in all, these turned out great! We typically wait to place the final order for pins and other merchandise just to have the most accurate numbers, so we'll let you folks know when that happens, as well.

That's all for now! :D

Prototype Pins Ordered!
4 months ago – Wed, Jul 15, 2026 at 11:20:19 AM

Hey there folks!

We're hitting the ground running with this one! We just wanted to let y'all know that the prototype enamel pins have been ordered. Those will take approximately 1 month to produce, ship, and arrive here at WM HQ. Once we get them in, we'll be sure to share them with you all!

Till next time!

A Quick Introduction!
4 months ago – Mon, Jun 29, 2026 at 10:39:32 AM

Hi there everyone!

We wanted to take a moment to do a quick intro! While interacting with us here on Kickstarter or via our support email, the majority of the time, you'll be chatting with two people!

Hi! I'm Eira!

I am in charge of coordinating the campaigns and fulfillment for nearly everything Wraithmarked does. I came to Wraithmarked a little over 3 years ago after spending more than a decade as your friendly neighborhood IT gal. Most days, I can scarcely believe it's real. But here I am, with all you fine people, eagerly waiting to get my hands on this and every book we make. :)

A couple of quick things about me. I've written a cyberpunk novel, published tabletop RPG, and occasionally play the bass guitar for local charity events. When I'm not being a total dork, I collect bumps and bruises skating with a local roller derby team under the name 'Tryst Issues'. 

Hey there! I'm Heather!

In addition to helping out my benevolent overlor- Eira, I'm also head of the Wildcrown brand! You'll likely talk to me if you check out these updates, send us a support message here on Kickstarter, or a ticket via email. I also help with coordinating our Kickstarter campaigns and fulfillment, and in between all of that, I also design our enamel pins! Being able to work creatively has been such a blessing - I love what I do. <3

Within Wraithmarked, I'm a bit of a nerd. Outside of Wraithmarked... also a nerd. I work part-time for funsies at my local anime store and have my own illustration business that allows me to travel to different conventions and meet some truly fantastic con-goers and fellow artists alike! I build Zoids model kits, play too many video games, collect trinkets, and dote on my cats, Soren, Taro, and Edgar.

Okay, back to Wraithmarked…

We bring all this up to let you all know that when you interact with us, you're talking to real people who have been involved with the creative process from start to finish. It's super important that your experience with us is a good one. While we can't promise completely smooth sailing— manufacturing and distribution are tricky businesses— we will do our best to keep y'all informed as the process progresses.

That's all for today! Just wanted to stop by, give y'all a peek behind the curtain, and say hello! Thanks again for supporting what we do here at Wraithmarked!

Cheers, Eira & Heather