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Folk Hero - a solo mode and sourcebook for the Punk is Dead TTRPG

Created by Critical Kit Ltd

Folk Hero is the first official expansion for The Punk is Dead songwriting TTRPG. In addition to new roles, lore and gigs to play, the 90 page, 7 inch hardback contains a new solo mode.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Digital Backer Survey Issues
11 months ago – Fri, Oct 10, 2025 at 12:26:01 AM

Hey there,

So the surveys are now out, but not without a small issue.

Digital backers who were on the Early Bird will find that a pin badge has been added to their rewards and they are being asked for shipping fees.

Please ignore this for now and we will get it fixed today or ASAP and drop another update to let you know you can complete your survey without being asked to pay shipping.

Tim

And we're done! Thank you!
about 1 year ago – Wed, Jul 30, 2025 at 10:13:53 AM

That's a wrap.

Actually, this is a rap.

Seriously, thank you so much for being a part of making Folk Hero a thing!

I'm going to have a couple of weeks concentrating on other things such as preparing for Pax West (do come see us if you are in Seattle) and then I'll begin layouts for the game.

I'll keep you updated at every step of the way.

If you did miss the campaign, we have a late pledge option on BackerKit for the next couple of weeks.

Speak soon.

Tim x


Less than Four Hours remaining to back Folk Hero!
about 1 year ago – Wed, Jul 30, 2025 at 06:13:57 AM

Heyo,

We're almost there!

I'm just doing a final shout out to say thank you to those who have backed and spur on anyone who has been on the fence about my solo songwriting game.

Come join the struggle while you may, the revolution is only a TTRPG away! (apologies to Billy Bragg).

First up, let me tease you with some layouts I am working on for the sections:



And this...



And not forgetting this..



Plus you'll get a whole load more lore about the UuK...




Not only that, you will also get this game for free:



You can also stock up on my other games without having to pay any extra postage. That's right, all postage rates are capped, no matter how may games you order!



As always, I want to thank you for your support, no matter whether it entailed giving me capitalist tokens or just shouting loud about or game on social media. Community is what keeps me doing this.

I'll be back with another update exclusively for backers later this evening.

Hasta la proximá!

Tim x




🎸 Final Hours for Folk Hero – Plus a Free Bonus Game for All Backers!
about 1 year ago – Mon, Jul 28, 2025 at 01:36:05 AM


We’re in the final stretch of the Folk Hero campaign, and what a ride it’s been so far. Nearly 500 backers have helped us push way beyond our original goal, and we’re incredibly grateful. Thank you for supporting our games.

If you’ve already backed Folk Hero - you’re a legend.
If you’re still thinking about it - now’s the time to act.

Every backer will now receive an exclusive free bonus game as part of their pledge.
Fix Your Hearts or Die is a two-player epistolary game where you are fighting to restore two split realities. This offer is only available for backers during the campaign.

This is your last chance to join the Troubadours of the UnUnited Kingdom. Whether you want to kick fascist ass or unite warring communities, Folk Hero brings new lore to the world of Punk is Dead, a complete solo mode, twisted folklore monsters, and so many rollable tables it’ll wear out your dice.

Back now to:

✅ Grab the 7-inch, 90-page hardback
✅ Explore the UnUnited Kingdom solo
✅ Receive a bonus digital game for free
✅ Grab any of our other titles with a capped shipping rate

The doors close on July 30 at 6:00pm BST. 

Tim 

Your Free RPG Reveal....
about 1 year ago – Sun, Jul 20, 2025 at 06:10:55 AM

Heyo!

At the beginning of the campaign, I announced that every backer of either the PDF or a physical reward will receive a free game (sometime around October). This time I gave you a choice of a game, and though it was close at times, there was a clear winner:


Fix Your Hearts or Die is an epistiolary game for two players in which a traumatic event in a small town has created a split in reality. Now two timelines exist in this town and you and your partner/friend have been separated. Though you have found a way to stay in contact, no one in your version of the town has any recollection of your loved one. The game takes place through written communication and involves you both trying to explore dreamscapes, heal the timeline and reunite the realities and each other. There is also the chance that the realities will split for ever taking with them your memories of each other.

The game is filled with the wonderfully dark art of Christian Müller.

If this isn't the game you voted for, I am sorry, but I can also give you the good news that the other two games will be produced this year, so ultimately you will be able to get a hold of them. I will be giving you an opportunity to add all of them as physical copies for the reduced price of £10 (normally 15) in the add-ons in the survey and they will be sent with your Folk Hero rewards.

Have a wonderful rest of the weekend, and I will be in touch again next week.

Tim x