A celebration of FAILURE in all its forms from webcomics author Mr. Lovenstein. Join the party and help us fail up!
Latest Updates from Our Project:
STRETCH GOAL UNLOCKED! Trial by Trolley Collab + More Comics! NEXT: Death Nut Level 4 + Author Doodles! + WE'RE A TOP TEN WEBCOMICS KICKSTARTER!!!
almost 5 years ago
– Sat, May 15, 2021 at 06:25:50 PM
Fail Folks!
When we went to sleep last night, our sweaty campaign was but a humble group of Failure enthusiasts trying to make it in this crazy world. But when we awoke... Mr. Lovenstein Presents: Failure had become a TOP TEN WEBCOMICS KICKSTARTER OF ALL TIME! What a SPECTACULAR Failure -- and it's all because of YOU -- our Fail Friends have become our Fail Family -- we're bonded through Failure and we're so thankful for every last one of you!
UNLOCKED! Trial by Trolley collab + more comics!
That's right! We're now able to add the TRIAL BY TROLLEY COLLAB COMIC between webcomic superstars Cyanide and Happiness and Mr. Lovenstein to every book! Will Trolley Tom's bloodlust be fulfilled? Will Gabe survive long enough to die in his "Death of Gabe" archival print comic? Find out inside every copy of Mr. Lovenstein Presents: Failure!
We'll also be able to add a few more comics that were previously cut due to space…so thanks for making our thicc little book a little bit thiccer!
NEXT: Death Nut Level 4 + Author Doodles!
Example doodle only! Each doodle will be one-of-a-kind!
Looks like we're only 3k away unlocking DEATH NUT LEVEL 4, which means we're also really close to adding unique doodles from JL Westover to every SIGNED book! This means if you want some original art but missed out on the COMIC and EPIC fail tiers, as long as you back the PERSONAL FAIL tier or higher, Justin will add a unique doodle to the signature page in your book! Upgrade now to help us hit this goal even faster! And don't forget about our AMAZING ADD-ONS - adding the extra money to your pledge now will count toward your add-on purchases in BackerKit after the campaign ends AND help us hit these final stretch goals! It's a win-win!
FINALS STRETCH GOALS: Playing Cards + Impossible Puzzle ADD ONS! + Death Nut Level 5?!?!
Hitting our final stretch goals will mean making these unique Failure-Themed Mr. Lovenstein cards and puzzles available for purchase as add-ons after the campaign ends! Maybe you'll have better luck than Justin with the puzzle! Let's do this!
Let's make these REAL!
Impossible Puzzle Stream - TODAY at noon PT/3pm ET!
Speaking of puzzles, don’t miss the chillest stream on the internet! Justin will be attempting to complete the Mr. Lovenstein 2000-piece puzzle – and his time is almost up!
And remember, Justin has just 4 more days to complete this puzzle! If he completes the puzzle before the campaign ends, we'll be adding a special reward to the campaign! Can he do it?!
Final #FAILFRIDAY Surprise! Superstar Webcomics Author LUNARBABOON joins The Fail Squad!
almost 5 years ago
– Fri, May 14, 2021 at 05:27:01 PM
Happy #FailFriday, Fail Friends!
We're just 5 DAYS AWAY from the end of our campaign and we've got some BIG NEWS that couldn't wait any longer!
We're pleased to announce that superstar webcomics author LUNARBABOON has agreed to write the introduction to MR. LOVENSTEIN PRESENTS: FAILURE!
That's right! One of the most popular webcomics authors on Planet Earth is joining The Fail Squad!
We can't wait to share his intro with all of you -- in fact, here's a short preview:
Failure is friendly. It doesn’t care what you look like, or how you smell, or that you tuck your button-up shirt into your sweatpants. Failure will always find time for you,provided you are human...and that makes it a unifying force. Something that brings us together.
Don’t miss the chillest stream on the internet! Justin will be attempting to complete the Mr. Lovenstein 2000-piece puzzle – and his time is almost up!
HOW IT STARTED:
HOW IT'S GOING:
Remember, if he's able to complete this puzzle before the campaign ends...all physical backers get a surprise! (What could it be??) We believe in you, Justin!
NEXT STRETCH GOALS: Trial by Trolley Collab Comic + More Comics! + Death Nut Level 4?!
And it looks like we’re a mere $3500 away from being able to add the TRIAL BY TROLLEY COLLAB COMIC between webcomic superstars Cyanide and Happiness and Mr. Lovenstein to every book! This reward is super special to us and we’re really excited to share it with all of you! Let's do this thing!
And in case you’re not familiar with Trial by Trolley, you can check it out RIGHT HERE. It’s very, very fun! And also very, very messed up! We’ll also be able to add a few more comics that were previously cut due to space…so you’ll be making our thicc little book a little bit thiccer!
Once we hit that goal, we'll be just 6k away from DEATH NUT LEVEL 4 -- and we're genuinely worried for Justin's safety with this one! In case you missed yesterday's Level 3 challenge...here it is for your (sadistic) viewing pleasure! Challenge starts at about 17 minutes in if you want to skip ahead.
LIMITED ITEM UPDATE
Those new COLLECTOR'S FAIL tiers went quick, and the SNOLLYGOSTER FAIL tier is soon to follow! So if you want to get the out-of-print SNOLLYGOSTER SIGNED SPECIAL EDITION including exclusive Mr. Lovenstein themed cards, this is your last chance! Only 30 left in stock, and this tier includes the tabletop game AND everything in the EXCLUSIVE FAIL tier!
Whoo boy! That's it for now. Looking forward to hopefully hitting some more stretch goals very soon! Thanks to all of you for your support -- you're amazing human beings!
STRETCH GOALS UNLOCKED! Gold Foil! Death Nut Level 3! NEXT: Cyanide & Happiness collab comic!
almost 5 years ago
– Fri, May 14, 2021 at 03:17:31 PM
Fail Friends and Fam!
We did it! We’ve successfully cleared Batch 3! It took all 2300 of you to get there, but gosh darn it…we did it! Thank you SO MUCH! Now we'll be able to adorn every copy of Mr. Lovenstein Presents: Failure with beautiful GOLD FOIL! Just think how mesmerizing Gabe’s Last Place Trophy will be! Failure has never looked more beautiful.
Goooooold!
DEATH NUT LEVEL 3 – TODAY!
This also means that Justin must attempt LEVEL 3 of the Death Nut Challenge…and he’s doing it very soon! Head over to the Mr. Lovenstein Twitch Stream RIGHT HERE at 1:30 PT / 4:30 ETTODAY to see him sweat! Good luck, Justin!
NEXT UP: Trial by Trolley Collab Comic + More Comics!
Looks like we’re just 8k away from being able to deliver a six page, 3-part collaboration comic between webcomic superstars Cyanide and Happiness and Mr. Lovenstein inside every book! This reward is super special to us and we’re really excited to share it with all of you!
And in case you’re not familiar with Trial by Trolley, you can check it out RIGHT HERE. It’s very, very fun! And also very, very messed up!
We’ll also be able to add a few more comics that were previously cut due to space…so you’ll be making our thicc little book a little bit thiccer!
Got another BIG SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT planned for tomorrow and then we’re sprinting to the finish line!
Until next time, thank you SO MUCH…and KEEP FAILING!
-The Fail Squad
PS. [email protected] is still just kickin’ it, waiting to answer your Q’s.
SURPRISE! Two BRAND NEW Limited Tiers have been unlocked!
almost 5 years ago
– Fri, May 14, 2021 at 03:15:07 PM
Fail Friends & Fam!
Ready for a surprise reveal? We're adding TWO NEW LIMITED TIERS to the campaign, and they're available...RIGHT NOW!
SNOLLYGOSTER FAIL (Limit 40) - $250
Because you requested it! We’re making a special SIGNED edition of Mr. Lovenstein’s out-of print tabletop card game SNOLLYGOSTER available exclusively to this campaign! This version also includes a few of the ultra-rare Mr. Lovenstein themed cards that are no longer available!
(Tier includes SNOLLYGOSTER SIGNEDSPECIAL EDITION + all items in the EXCLUSIVE FAIL tier!)
Game Description:
Snollygoster is a 2-4 player space themed card game of survival, teamwork, and a little bit of sabotage. You and your awful crew members are stranded on an alien planet and need to escape before food runs out. While struggling to survive, each of you is secretly carrying out hidden agendas encouraging teamwork... and treachery. Turn after turn, tensions rise as the food supply shrinks and distrust grows. Team players survive. Snollygosters win. This is a card game of hidden roles, social deduction, and cutthroat cooperation. Each copy contains 126 cards and a rulebook designed and illustrated by Mr. Lovenstein (J. L. Westover).
COLLECTOR’S FAIL (Limit 10) - $350
**RARE BOOK ALERT!**
Don’t miss the extremely rare opportunity to get a signed version of Mr. Lovenstein’s first book, MR. LOVENSTEIN: VOLUME ONE! It's 192 pages long and includes book-exclusive comics that you won't find anywhere online. This book isn't available anymore and never will be again! In fact, only 500 copies of this volume were ever printed, so don’t miss your chance to own a very special piece of Mr. Lovenstein history!
(Tier includes SIGNED MR LOVENSTEIN VOLUME ONE + SNOLLYGOSTER SIGNEDSPECIAL EDITION + all items in the EXCLUSIVE FAIL tier!)
It's baaaaaack!
FREE Snollygoster for all COMIC FAIL and EPIC FAIL backers!
That's right! In addition to the incredible original art you'll be receiving, we're pleased to announce that we'll be including a FREE SIGNED copy of the out-of-print SNOLLYGOSTER with these tiers! Congratulations and enjoy!
Stretch Goals Within Reach!
Only 6 days left in the campaign, and it looks like we're only $1000 away from unlocking our 10th and 11th stretch goals - Level 3 of theDEATH NUT CHALLENGE and GOLD FOIL BOOKS FOR EVERYONE!
We know the remaining tiers might feel like a lot now, but with 6 days, 2300 backers, and a never-say-die attitude--there's no limit to what we can accomplish together!So let's do this thing!
Excelsior! ...Wait, no, that's the other guy.
Keep Failing!
-The Fail Squad
PS. [email protected] is still chained to their desk and ready to help you out. The question is...can you help them?!
ONE WEEK LEFT! All is revealed! Cyanide & Happiness Collab Comic, Playing Cards, Impossible Puzzle + Maximum Death Nut!
almost 5 years ago
– Tue, May 11, 2021 at 09:43:31 PM
Fail friends!
JUST ONE WEEK LEFT! Can you believe it? We can, we’re…exhausted – BUT WE’RE ALSO SO EXCITED to reveal the fabled and legendary BATCH 4 stretch goals! But first, we just wanted to say, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to every single one of you for your support with this campaign – no matter your pledge level, you’re a part of one of the biggest FAILURES Kickstarter has ever seen! And we’re not done yet!
So without further adieu…BATCH 4!
REVEALED: Final Stretch Goals!
What is the “TRIAL BY TROLLEY collab comic?”
Our friends at Cyanide & Happiness and Skybound have given Mr. Lovenstein the keys to the Trolley (so to speak) for a special book-exclusive 3-part Trial by Trolley comic featuring our very own Gabe! It’s Trolley Tom vs Gabe in the ultimate showdown – will Gabe survive??
But that’s not all! Since we’re increasing the page count of the book anyway, we’ll be able to include a few more Mr. Lovenstein comics as well!
REVEALED: All Add-Ons!
We heard your requests to make the bookmarks and extra books available as add-ons, so here’s the complete pricing for ALL our add-ons! The only thing we can’t yet account for are the additional shipping costs, but they should be very low (likely no more than a few bucks) since everything will be shipping in the same box.
Want one or more of these items? If you’d like to help us reach our stretch goals, go ahead and add the corresponding amount of your desired add-ons to your existing pledge right now! The extra funds will be available as a credit to use in BackerKit after the campaign ends and you’ll be able to select your stuff!
And if you can’t pledge a higher tier for any reason, not to worry, if you want to help us out, all you need to do is share the campaign on social media!
