Quick update: We're changing the name from "Compendium" to "Encyclopedia" as a working title because people kept asking what a compendium was. Same massive project, clearer name.
We're at the home stretch. The Nexus Encyclopedia (working title - vote on the final name below!) is finally happening, and we need your help to finish it in 2026.
This reference book documents 45 years of Nexus history — decade-by-decade evolution, production notes, creative process. We've put together 200 pages over the past 10 years. Our designer has been at this for over a decade.
Our editor has been working with us for 2+ years, but turns out editors also enjoy luxuries like rent and groceries — so if we want this done in 2026 instead of another decade from now, we need to make sure she can focus on Nexus instead of taking other projects to pay the bills.
The Nexus Family tier/add-on ($49) funds the actual work to finish this:
Behind-the-scenes updates as it comes together
Special Discord access
Your name in the book
Eligibility for Family-only hardcover (no extra cost)
Campaign launches Thursday, January 15 at 1 PM Arizona time
⏰ Few days left: Follow the project and download your free Nexus Anniversary Wallpaper and sign up for the signed bookplate before they're gone forever: https://steverude.com/2026skb
PATREON MEMBERS: Make sure your BackerKit and Patreon emails match or you'll be locked out of exclusive goodies!
NOT a Patreon member yet? You've got a few days to join before launch or risk contacting support to unlock your rewards later — and who has time for that! https://www.patreon.com/steverude
