Felicia Day and Wil Wheaton are teaming up for "Conludo," a new tabletop gaming show that launches as fan-unlocked content tied to Day's "The Guild: Ren Faire'd" Kickstarter campaign. The reunion project marks another collaboration between the two longtime friends, who have worked together across Day's streaming and digital entertainment ventures.
The timing creates layers of nostalgia for Day's fanbase. "The Guild" defined web series culture in the early 2010s, and the proposed reunion film has become a significant Kickstarter initiative. Day and her creative team are leveraging multiple projects simultaneously to rebuild momentum around the beloved comedy about online gamers.
"Conludo" taps into the tabletop gaming renaissance that has reshaped entertainment over the past decade. Shows like "Critical Role" and "Dimension 20" proved audiences crave authentic gaming content with charismatic personalities. Wheaton, who hosted the original "Tabletop" series for Geek and Sundry, brings credibility to gaming-focused programming. Day, meanwhile, has spent years building community through platforms like YouTube and Patreon, understanding how to connect directly with niche audiences.
However, the reunion faces complications. California denied a tax credit for "The Guild: Ren Faire'd," which impacts the production budget and timeline. These credits typically offset substantial portions of filming costs, so the denial forces Day's team to recalibrate financial expectations. The Kickstarter campaign becomes even more crucial to securing production funds.
Day has navigated independent production before. "The Guild" itself launched in an era when web series remained skeptical to mainstream studios. She built an audience through direct engagement and consistent quality. The dual strategy of releasing "Conludo" content while crowdfunding the reunion film allows Day