The Goomis are launching in less than a month!! AHHHHH!!! I’m so excited (and nervous) to share with you this project that I’ve been working on for so long! Okay, there is sooo much to catch you up on so we’re just gonna have to start weekly updates! 

Welcome to the world of Goomia!! I still have so much to prep before launch, but in the meantime let’s start with an introduction into the world!

Goomia is a land of crocheted critters, creatures, and characters molded from yarn and hooked into life as amigurumi friends, or maybe more accurately “Goomigurumis” aka Goomis! Goomia and its Goomi inhabitants live in the many regions around the world, from the magical forests of the Wooly Woods to the sunny beaches along the Stitchsoaked Shores. Each region filled with characters just waiting to be crafted to life with a hook, and all of them have one thing in common... their love for Battle Goomis! In this competitive game, teams of Goomis race to wind up their yarn balls first, each bringing their unique skills to the battle. Explore, collect, and crochet your way through Battle Goomis coming soon! 

#01 - Bigfoot Bobby

My first character for the Goomis is one dear to my heart. Bigfoot Bobby has felt like a classic since the first stitch, and named after my dad (whose name was not Bigfoot).

Strategies - Bobby is an all around great Goomi both on and off the battle field. His decent Attack and Wind combined with his high health means he can be really flexible with how you play him. Sure, he’s got a low support stat, but his ability, Hug, makes up for it by healing both himself and a teammate! Bobby is always a solid pick when starting a team.

Story - When you enter the Wooly Woods with good vibes and an open mind, you’ll likely run into its resident tour guide, Bigfoot Bobby! Bobby is known in these parts as a kindhearted butterfly enthusiast and is always ready to help a neighbor in need. Let him know if you need a pinecone hung or if you’re looking for any of the Wooly Wood’s more elusive residents, Bigfoot Bobby is always there to help.

Louie Note - This design is named after my dad, a wonderfully encouraging and kindhearted Bigfoot enthusiast, who I’m proud to be very much like. I really love the simplicity of this design; it provides a good introduction to my wacky style and the interesting use of stitches produces a truly goofy Goomi.

Each week we’ll be voting on poles to help build the game together! These polls will be open during the duration of the campaign and the choices will affect the final project. We’ll be voting on names and titles, abilities, and this week, the art!

Vote of the Week: Which full art version for the Cotty the Plesiosaur card do you like more?

I thought it might be fun to feature some highlights each week to show all the work and love that’s gone into it.

Here's one of the videos I’ve made so far. Every card is 100% handmade, photographed and edited by yours truly. And while I’ve been shooting I’ve been documenting my process! You can find the full playlist here.

We’re doing events and livestreams all campaign long! Join me for live crochet alongs and Battle Goomis let’s play streams!

The campaign launches soon! Please spread the word! You can easily find everything by sending someone to TheGoomis.com.

Thanks for reading! If you got this far comment with an emoji of a monkey and I’ll give you a surprise gift 🙊.
 
 -Louie