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Inked Gaming Launches August Kickstarter Campaign to Introduce New Customizable Trading Card Game Supplies

CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- A leading provider of high-quality trading card game accessories, Inked Gaming, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Kickstarter campaign on Aug. 17, 2023. This initiative will gather support from the tabletop game community, worldwide, to help launch a range of custom and artist-designed products.

Premium custom pieces will include new customizable sleeves, deck boxes and playmat tubes. These items are designed to give gamers the opportunity to present their unique personalities during the biggest battles, along with inspiration and creative edge to play their very best.

The primary goal of this Kickstarter campaign is to give Inked Gaming the final push they need to bring back quality custom sleeves. Ever since custom sleeves were discontinued from their collection, due to limitations in the production process that impacted quality, they've been looking for ways to change that.

This Kickstarter campaign will help fund the end stages of the production machinery and setup so Inked Gaming can establish an exceptional print-on-demand system. This will help with the production of these custom and artist-designed pieces and bring them to life.

Inked Gaming has also teamed up with several gifted, legendary artists to provide artist-designed versions of these new products for this Kickstarter. These popular artists include: David Lozeau, Michael Whelan, Clint Cearley and others.

"This is an exciting time for the entire Inked Gaming community, and we want everyone to be part of it," Inked Gaming's founder and CEO, Thomas Pool, says. "This year, my goal is to expand our collection and introduce custom sleeves, deck boxes and playmat tubes - all items that our community has been anxiously awaiting and we can't wait to showcase them on our site."

The Kickstarter campaign will last for 30 days and present a host of rewards. There will also be exclusive rewards and limited-edition sets available for early backers.

Anyone can learn more about and back the project on Kickstarter's website: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inkedgaming/inked-gaming-customized-sleeves-deck-boxes-and-playmat-tubes?ref=7dv5pv

About Inked Gaming

Built by gamers for gamers, Inked Gaming is a top supplier of premium gaming gear based out of Corvallis, Oregon. Since 2011, Inked Gaming has provided its customers with both pre-designed and custom goods to enhance their gaming experience. These goods include playmats, mousepads, dice bags and more. Whether it's Pokémon, MTG, D&D, Flesh and Blood or any other tabletop game, Inked Gaming helps gamers to take their game and style to the next level of play. Learn more: https://www.inkedgaming.com/.

A leading provider of high-quality trading card game accessories, Inked Gaming, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Kickstarter campaign on Aug. 17, 2023. This initiative will gather support from the tabletop game community, worldwide, to help launch a range of custom and artist-designed products.

Related link: https://www.inkedgaming.com/

Kraken Cards Builds Oregon Gaming Community – Continues Growing Magic Regional Championship Qualifiers

CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kraken Cards, an Inked Gaming store, is excited announce that it's working to be the go-to-spot for Oregon gamers who are looking to stock up on premium gaming gear while having some fun to boot. Ever since it opened its downtown gaming store three years ago, it's been on a mission to be the region's leading gaming supplier.

With its sights set on becoming the top gaming event space in town, Kraken Cards has plans in place that are sure to spark the interest of all gamers in Corvallis and beyond. Those plans include engaging events that will be packed with fun for trading card gamers (TGC) of all ages and experience levels.

"We're excited to continue pushing our magic regional championship qualifiers even further and to support larger and more competitive events," Kraken Cards, manager, Bill Adkins, says.

The following lists weekly events that gamers can look forward to in 2023:

* Dungeons and Dragons (D&D): Sundays at 1 p.m. - Wizards of all ages are invited to drop in and out for some D&D fun!

* Pokémon: Sundays at 3:30 p.m. and Mondays at 6 p.m. - Trainers of all ages are encouraged to stop by, especially young trainers who are looking to learn.

* Flesh and Blood: Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. - This is a community-driven game for all players and those who want help with their decks.

* Magic Pioneer: Tuesdays at 6 p.m. - This competitive environment is ideal for passionate spellcasters.

* Magic Commander: All day Wednesdays - Social Magic for players of all levels who wish to hone their skills.

* Magic Friday Night Magic (FNM): Fridays at 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. - For new players, draft begins at 6 p.m. followed by modern format for competitive spellcasters.

So, no matter the time of day or game played, the Kraken Cards' team is ready to meet some local wizards, trainers and spellcasters who stop in for a quick - or long battle. Kraken is committed to creating a fun, friendly environment that all gamers can enjoy. Even if gamers don't have time for a game, the Kraken team will see to it that they find what they're looking for, so they're ready the next time.

"We want to grow all the possible event games we can and ensure the community always has a place to sit down and play," Adkins shares.

Kraken Cards is also working to build community through its Consortium rewards program which offers special discounts and event opportunities to everyone who joins.

"My vision for Kraken Cards is for us to continue to build up the community and we're excited for more events and special occasions for everyone," Thomas Pool, founder and CEO, Kraken Cards, says. "Community, fun and inclusivity; that's what we're all about."

About Kraken Cards

Located in the heart of downtown Corvallis, Kraken Cards is a place where gamers can not only shop, but have fun doing it. They will find all the necessary essentials to enhance game play - sports cards, playmats, deck boxes, sleeves, collectibles and so much more. No matter what the TCG, Kraken Cards helps gamers to find the best gear for their favorite game.

For more information: https://www.krakentradingcards.com/

Kraken Cards, an Inked Gaming store, is excited announce that it's working to be the go-to-spot for Oregon gamers who are looking to stock up on premium gaming gear while having some fun to boot. Ever since it opened its downtown gaming store three years ago, it's been on a mission to be the region's leading gaming supplier.

Related link: https://www.inkedgaming.com/

Combating Inflation: Inked Gaming Lowers Prices on Print-on-Demand Gear

CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- As inflation continues to rise, Inked Gaming is doing its part to help keep their customers happy and coming back for more. With budgets tight, many people are focused on ensuring everyday needs are met, while tending to cut back on the things that make their days a bit brighter. That's why the Inked Gaming team have decided to make their signature pieces for gamers more accessible and affordable than ever.

General costs may be up, but creativity is still at an all-time high among gamers, breakers, streamers and dreamers who wish to put a personal touch on their favorite pastimes. So, Inked Gaming has lowered the prices of its print-on-demand products by at least seven percent.

This decision came directly from Inked Gaming's founder and CEO, Thomas Pool, who said in a letter to all customers, "We know how important it is to have an outlet for creativity and relaxation, especially during these challenging times. That's why we want to make sure that our high-quality gaming products are within reach, even as the world around us changes."

By cutting the prices of their print-on-demand products, the Inked Gaming team gives gamers the chance to keep being creative, without breaking the bank. Customers can use this seven percent price reduction to update their setup, snag some new gear to explore, or even double up on purchases, without worrying as much about cost.

Shopping and personalizing gear should be a fun and affordable experience. And, while this has always been Inked Gaming's mission, it's even more important now when so many are struggling to stay within the bounds of their budget.

"Whether people are into card games, board games, PC games or tabletop role playing games (RPGs), we've got them covered with our wide selection of custom playmats, mousepads, dice bags and more," Pool says.

About Inked Gaming:

Based in Corvallis, Oregon, Inked Gaming is built by gamers for gamers. Since 2011, it's been a top supplier of premium gaming gear and has provided its customers with pre-designed and custom goods to enhance their gaming experience. These goods include playmats, mousepads, dice bags and more. Whether it's Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering(MTG), Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), Flesh and Blood, or any other tabletop game, Inked Gaming helps gamers step up their style and game.

For more information: https://www.inkedgaming.com/

As inflation continues to rise, Inked Gaming is doing its part to help keep their customers happy and coming back for more. With budgets tight, many people are focused on ensuring everyday needs are met, while tending to cut back on the things that make their days a bit brighter. That's why the Inked Gaming team have decided to make their signature pieces for gamers more accessible and affordable than ever.

Related link: https://www.inkedgaming.com/

Inked Gaming Donates 15,000 Masks to Hospitals, First Responders

CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- When healthcare workers around Oregon started asking for hand-sewn mask donations, Oregon-based gaming supplies company, Inked Gaming, answered the call. It quickly set its sewing team into action to create more than 15,000 face masks that will be donated to hospitals and first responders suffering from the state's personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage.

"I had two seamstresses who didn't have much work to do, so I thought we could help out and use our time and resources to give back," Thomas Pool, CEO, Inked Gaming, says. "We're donating these face masks to local hospitals, veterinary clinics, nursing homes, fire stations, delivery drivers and more."

While hand-sewn cloth masks do not offer the same protection as N95 and surgical masks, the CDC website on the Coronavirus states, "In settings where facemasks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for care of patients with COVID-19 as a last resort." (REF: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/ppe-strategy/face-masks.html ).

As a small, locally-owned company, Inked Gaming needed help funding the supplies, so for every face mask or face shield purchased on the company's website, Inked Gaming pledged to donate 19 additional masks.

"I never anticipated the amount of support we'd receive," Pool says.

Inked Gaming received enough orders to create more than their initial end goal of 10,000 face masks for donation in less than four days.

"We figured we would sell enough to keep our employees busy for the next couple months. We didn't expect to sell 500 through the weekend," Pool says. "We were amazed by the response and by how so many people were willing and wanting to help."

After so many were sold, the company was now faced with a decision of whether to shut down the operation or to lower the number.

"At 10,000 donated masks, we knew that if we kept up at the same pace, we would be putting ourselves in a position where we couldn't fulfill our promises," Pool explains. "After talking with the team, we decided that lowering the donation level, but staying with the cause would be best."

To account for this, Inked Gaming changed their pledge to donating an additional four masks for every one mask sold.

On Friday, April 3, President Donald Trump announced the recommendation that Americans should wear non-medical cloth face masks when in public. With these new guidelines, Inked Gaming reports seeing another significant increase in orders. Its team of two seamstresses is working hard to keep up with the number of masks to be sewn, while following all CDC and Oregon safety guidelines regarding COVID-19.

"We've had several local requests to help sew the donation masks too. Right now, that's the most helpful," Pool says. "We're wanting to get them out as soon as we can and the community's support has been so uplifting."

The company has also located a surgical mask supplier which will allow them to supplement some of its donations with higher quality masks, and reduce some of the strain on the small sewing team.

Inked Gaming plans to continue donating masks as long as they are able and there's a need. Face masks can be purchased at: https://www.inkedgaming.com/collections/face-masks-and-face-shields.

About Inked Gaming

Inked Gaming was founded in 2011 to help gamers customize their gaming experiences. Its mission from the beginning has been - "We help you customize the way you play; easy and affordable." Every gamer is an individual and Inked Gaming strives to provide all gamers with an outlet to express themselves through gaming accessories.

Find out more at:

Website: https://www.inkedgaming.com/pages/about-us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InkedGamingOfficial

Twitter: https://twitter.com/inkedgaming

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkedgaming/

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- Photo Caption: Inked Gaming's single production warehouse is turned into a temporary sewing manufacturing facility.

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- Photo Caption: Inked Gaming's face masks are being donated to healthcare workers and first responders.

When healthcare workers around Oregon started asking for hand-sewn mask donations, Oregon-based gaming supplies company, Inked Gaming, answered the call. It quickly set its sewing team into action to create more than 15,000 face masks that will be donated to hospitals and first responders suffering from the state's personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage.

Related link: https://www.inkedgaming.com/