Brother Tyler Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 The Bolter & Chainsword was created in April of 1999. At that time, during the 3rd edition of Warhammer 40,000, players of the various Space Marine factions didn’t have a place to discuss their armies without getting a lot of flak. Over time, the site’s coverage has expanded, first with the addition of Chaos Space Marines, then the Adepta Sororitas (who will be making a triumphant return to the game soon), and eventually to include all factions and games set within the Warhammer 40,000 game universe, including the eras of the Great Crusade and the Horus Heresy. The B&C turned 20 in April of this year, and we have some plans for some nifty stuff later this year and early next year in celebration of that milestone. Ultimately, the B&C exists for you and because of you. Our goal way back in 1999 was to give back to the community, and in the 20 years since its creation, this community has grown and developed into one of the best on the internet for WH40K. The site’s members generate content here that people love to read, from discussions of rules, showcases of brilliantly converted and painted miniatures, tutorials, battle reports, game lore, to products such as game fiction and files that hobbyists can download for use in the hobby. There are even a variety of special projects being conducted to explore various niche ideas. And all of this supports the basic mission of the site, to help each other to better understand and enjoy the hobby. Nothing comes without cost, though. Obviously, the time and effort that you put into the hobby and the site are invaluable. In addition, our great team of moderators work hard to enforce the rules and keep things on an even keel, volunteering their time and effort without any compensation because they love the site and want to help the community. More tangibly, our yearly costs as they currently stand are $3,000 USD for site hosting and upkeep (roughly $250 a month).HOW CAN YOU HELP THE B&C? THE SOFTWARE UPDATE Many of you will recall that we raised over $6,000 during last year’s donation drive. $3,000 of that went into our annual hosting fee and the other $3,000 is earmarked for the software update. We continue to (slowly) clean the database in preparation for the software update. We have some additions to the site planned as part of the software update, some of which will happen concurrent with the update and some of which will take place later. We are asking for your donations to help keep the site running. Over the course of a month, we have over 1,000 unique users participating at the site. If each person simply gave $3 for the year, we would easily meet our goal. If you can donate, any amount that you can donate is appreciated, however. Any time we have held a donation drive in the past, the members of our community have stepped up above and beyond. Your donations will help ensure that we can continue to provide you with a platform for the quality content and community that you have helped to build. You, the Brothers and Sisters of this site are why it is the community it is today. Let's keep that going for another 20 years!!!! Normally we start our yearly donation drive in the summer with a September deadline in order to pay our entire annual fee up front in early October. We dropped the ball this year. We’re unlikely to raise the full $3,000 up front, so we’ll cover as many months as we can in October, then pay the rest once we’ve collected the full amount. Any funds raised over the $3,000 goal will go into the emergency fund and for future site maintenance.There are several ways to donate:First is to use the Donation Tracker on the right side of your screen (you will not be able to see this if you are using the mobile skin). Second you can donate directly via PayPal to: bardreason@hotmail.com (that’s to David Johnston/Brother Argos, owner of the B&C). Note that you don’t have to have a PayPal account in order to send a payment over PayPal. !!!IMPORTANT!!! Some of you have noticed that the PayPal account has changed from previous years. Previously, we used Kurgan the Lurker's PayPal account as he honchoed this effort. This year, though, he is extremely busy with real world stuff that is far more important. If you have an ongoing subscription to support the site, please change it to the new account (bardreason@hotmail.com). If those options do not appeal to you and you would prefer to send a check/money order you can contact @Brother Tyler and he can give you details about North American and European locations that you can mail those to. We will endeavor to provide regular updates on funds collected. This site is great because of you, so please help us in helping you have to a place on the internet to enjoy this great hobby. Thank you to all. Llagos_Tyrant, Sete, Wakkomaster and 8 others 11 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Tyler Posted September 29, 2019 Author Share Posted September 29, 2019 (edited) As of Sunday, 6 October 2019, we have raised $1,800. Thank you to everyone that has contributed so far! Only $1,200 to go for the year. Edited October 7, 2019 by Brother Tyler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Foes Remain Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Its payday for me tomorrow, so I'll be dropping my donation then. With awesome games coming out this coming week and this past month I am a bit low on the old funds. duz_, Brother Casman, toaae and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakkomaster Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I left my tip in the jar Prot, Ordo Machinum, Paladin_61RUS and 7 others 10 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 If you have some money to spare that you are willing to donate to the B&C it is appreciated, no matter how small As the ancient Terran warlord Tes'co said: "every little helps" Together we can ensure the B&C continues for another year, and I'm sure I'm not the only one excited about what the update will bring Aqui, toaae, BLACK BLŒ FLY and 7 others 10 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Foes Remain Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Donated £50 as promised. Paladin_61RUS, WarriorFish, Aqui and 8 others 11 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulhunter1995 Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I`ve made my humble offering :) Wakkomaster, duz_, Brother Casman and 7 others 10 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aqui Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Donation sent :) Paladin_61RUS, duz_, toaae and 5 others 8 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwango Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Not been a member a year yet but I'm incredibly glad I joined! Thank you to all those who keep the site going! I've sent my donation. librisrouge, Wakkomaster, Prot and 8 others 11 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prot Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Guys 'n' Gals, New or old (me). Sane or crazy (me). Loyalist (me), Xenos, Heretic (me).... I can't tell you how much we appreciate your donation of any size. I think it's challenging in this era where you have many choices for conversation through social media, but we always want to provide this as a place to talk about any/all facets of our favourite hobby. I have personally donated 1 Billion dollars... Canadian. Which apparently works out to 40 USD... but hey, it's what I can afford! Any amount helps keep the lights on. Thank you. Mechanicus Tech-Support, Ordo Machinum, Wakkomaster and 9 others 12 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kallas Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I've previously never been in a good position to donate: now that I am, I have! B&C is brilliant. Dosjetka, Paladin_61RUS, Aqui and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ordo Machinum Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 The B&C community has been here for me for many years, even when I've taken a break from gaming. Donation made. Paladin_61RUS, Brother Casman, Aqui and 7 others 10 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAR Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 I was away on a break away from gaming and recently came back. I thought I missed the donation drive and was sad. Even while on a break B&C is one of my favorite internet spots and Is worthy of receiving some cash from me to keep it running. toaae, Brother Casman, WarriorFish and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix Antipodes Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Donation sent. Can't say how much I love this site. Can't wait for the upgrade. Spyros, Ordo Machinum, toaae and 8 others 11 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
librisrouge Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 Can't spare much but I spared some. Here is to another great year for Rogal Dorn Bolter and Chainsword. Paladin_61RUS, toaae, Ordo Machinum and 9 others 12 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spyros Posted September 30, 2019 Share Posted September 30, 2019 "I 'm doing my part!" Wakkomaster, Aqui, duz_ and 7 others 10 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Tomorrow is the new month and new budget for us I'll throw in my tithe then so the missus doesn't get upset :lol: Appreciate all the donations so far big and small! Like BroT said if each unique use chips in 3 bux a pop well be there in no time! :D WarriorFish, Aqui, Paladin_61RUS and 3 others 6 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Reinhard Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Done my small part Dosjetka, duz_, Aqui and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin_61RUS Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Donation sent. Not much, but hope it will help. Spyros, Aqui, Brother Casman and 5 others 8 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vossyvo Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Donated. Thanks for all the hard work that goes into running the forum. Prot, WarriorFish, Spyros and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sete Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 May B&C last as long as the Eternal Crusade. Brother Casman, Dosjetka, Aqui and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Blaire Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Keep it rolling! Aqui, duz_, WarriorFish and 3 others 6 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klisof Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Donated, I spend way to much time lurking this forum not too! Brother Casman, Wakkomaster, Aqui and 6 others 9 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Tithe made as promised :tu: Felix Antipodes, WarriorFish, Brother Casman and 5 others 8 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Tyler Posted October 1, 2019 Author Share Posted October 1, 2019 !!! IMPORTANT !!!Some of you have noticed that the PayPal account has changed from previous years. Previously, we used Kurgan the Lurker's PayPal account as he honchoed this effort. This year, though, he is extremely busy with real world stuff that is far more important. If you have an ongoing subscription to support the site, please change it to the new account (bardreason@hotmail.com). (Note that this has been added to the initial announcement so that it doesn't get lost in the replies.) Felix Antipodes, duz_ and Aqui 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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