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5-17-11 New Website Update
We will be going live with the new Palladium website tonight! There may be a few hiccups and a little weirdness over the next few hours, but bear with us. By sometime tomorrow, everyone should be seeing the new website and store. Apologies in advance for any inconvenience during the transition.
5-12-11 Weekly Update
It's Weekly Update time again. Take one last look, because this time we mean it. This will be the last one on this version of our website; the next one will look quite a bit different. The new site is expected to launch by Monday; maybe as early as Friday night. See you on the other side.
5-10-11 New Website Update
Some of you may be wondering why you're not looking at the new Palladium website right now. We had intended to go live sometime in the last few days, but we've hit a few snags trying to coordinate changes between multiple web hosts. We're hoping to go live tomorrow, but to some extent it's out of our hands. Thanks for your patience, everyone.
5-5-11 Weekly Update
What's that you say? This doesn't look like the new website? Well, it isn't. It will be launching early next week, probably Monday or Tuesday evening. In the meantime, see today's Weekly Update for more about the new site, product updates, and lots of other stuff.
4-28-11 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update reveals even more of our plans for the future, along with the usual news and schedule updates. Take a look.
4-26-11 Now Shipping!
Rifts® Dimension Book 14: Thundercloud GalaxyTM arrived today, and we've been stuffing box after box with them all day. So if you've pre-ordered, start checking your mailbox over the next few days. Or look for it to show up on your local store's shelves in the next couple of weeks. And don't forget to check out the Sneak Preview.
4-21-11 Weekly Update
Another busy week at Palladium, with lots of Murmuring, but in a good way. Today's Weekly Update says quite a bit about what's been on our minds, and we could use some input from you, as well. Take a look and let us know what you think.
And don't forget, Rifts® Dimension Book 14: Thundercloud GalaxyTM ships on Monday! Get those orders in over the weekend and you'll be among the first to get a copy!
4-14-11 Weekly Update
Quite a lot has happened this week at the Palladium offices. Today's Weekly Update covers all the latest news and schedule updates, two books going in for reprint, and a few words about last week's Creators Conference.
4-13-11 Now Shipping!
The Rifter® #54 shipped today, and should start appearing on store shelves over the next couple of weeks. Of course, if you have a subscription, a copy is already on its way to your door.
4-12-11 Thundercloud GalaxyTM Sneak Preview!
If you haven't ordered your copy of Rifts® Dimension Book 14: Thundercloud GalaxyTM yet, or even if you have, take a look at the Sneak Preview we just made available on DriveThruRPG! It contains the Contents pages (including a map of the Thundercloud Galaxy), an awesome new race, and a section on one of the Thundercloud's greatest mysteries. Check it out!
4-8-11 At the Printer!
At long last, Rifts® Dimension Book 14: Thundercloud GalaxyTM went in to the printer yesterday, and is scheduled to ship on April 25! This book is awesome, with tons of mystery, aliens new and (very, very) old, 101 Ruin Adventures, Monster Creation Tables, Colony Creation Tables, an overview of the Thundercloud Galaxy, and much more.
Today's Weekly Update has more details, and all the usual news and info.
3-31-11 At the Printer!
The Rifter® #54 went in to the printer today, and is expected to ship on April 14. It's another great issue, with adventure for Heroes UnlimitedTM, fiction for Nightbane®, new creatures and races for Palladium Fantasy®, and an entire Coalition fortress city (and a bunch of optional new gadgets and gizmos) for Rifts®! And on top of that, the final conclusion of the long running series, The Hammer of the ForgeTM! Wow, what an issue. It's a good thing you've got a Rifter® Subscription, right?
Check out today's Weekly Update for more info, plus the latest news.
   
3-24-11 Back in Print!
Aliens UnlimitedTM, Rifts® Dimension Book 6: Three GalaxiesTM, Rifts® Adventure Sourcebook: Black VaultTM and Rifts® MercenariesTM are all back in print and available now! Read all about them and more in today's Weekly Update.
3-17-11 Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Take a break from today's festivities and have a look at today's Weekly Update, where you'll find all the latest happenings at Palladium Books. Then go back to your green beer, and have a safe and fun weekend.
3-10-11 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, with some schedule updates and other news, including a new batch of books (and a hat!) that will be coming back into stock soon. Take a look!
3-3-11 Weekly Update
Today's new Weekly Update covers a lot of stuff, but of particular note is that the Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer has been extended through this weekend! It really will end on Monday, March 7 though, so get those orders in now.
2-24-11 The Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer Ends Monday!
That's right, just a few more days and the Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer will be gone till next year! Four great issues plus a free gift, all for one low price.
Check out today's Weekly Update for more details on this offer and just about everything else.
2-17-11 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, with all the latest news, updates and more. And don't forget, Armageddon UnlimitedTM is now available and flying off the shelves, so check out the sneak preview and order yours today!
2-10-11 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update covers the recent happenings at Palladium Books, from schedule updates to personal matters. Particularly of note is that Armageddon UnlimitedTM will be shipping out tomorrow! And of course you can get a sneak peek of it right here!
2-9-11 New titles available for download, plus an Armageddon UnlimitedTM Sneak Preview!
That's right! The Rifter® #41 and The Rifter® #42 are both available right now, and issues #43-48 will become available over the next three days. And on top of that, we have just put up an Armageddon UnlimitedTM Sneak Preview as a free download!
If you've never used DriveThruRPG.com, now would be a great time to give it a look.
2-3-11 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, with all the latest news and info on upcoming products, plus what's been going on around the Palladium offices this week. Most importantly, Armageddon UnlimitedTM will ship next week, on February 10!
1-27-11 At the Printer!
Actually, it was way back on Monday that Armageddon UnlimitedTM went to the printer, and Kevin approved the proofs today! That's quick turnaround, so it's a pretty safe bet that the book will ship on or even before its target date of February 11. Get those orders in soon!
For more details, check out today's Weekly Update.
1-20-11 Weekly Update
Armageddon UnlimitedTM is oh so close to being done, and will go to the printer on Monday. Read more about it, and everything else, in today's Weekly Update.
1-13-11 Now Shipping!
The Rifter® #53 has arrived, and is shipping out now! And you haven't placed your order, and if you don't have a subscription, you'll be happy to know that the 2011 Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer is here! From now till February 28, 2011, you can get four issues of The Rifter® delivered to your door for below cover price, and get a free gift! Click here for details.
And if all that wasn't enough, Palladium Fantasy RPG®, Rifts® Game Master Guide, Rifts® World Book 5: Triax & The NGR™, Rifts® Bionics Sourcebook, Rifts® China One, and Rifts® Megaverse® Builder are ALL back in stock as of today!
Check out today's Weekly Update for all the details, if you think you can handle all the excitement.
1-10-11 Online Store Issue (Hopefully) Resolved
We learned today of an issue that some of you may have been experiencing with our online store the last few days, with it showing few or no shipping options for some customers, especially those outside the United States. We believe we have solved the problem, and will be keeping an eye on it to make sure that it behaves. We are very sorry for any inconvenience.
 
1-10-11 Back in Print!
Rifts® Canada and Dark Conversions both arrived from the printer last week, and are shipping now. And they're available to our distributors, too, so if you'd like to pick one up from your local store, let them know.
1-5-11 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update starts the year off right, with all the latest news, product info, release dates, and even an explanation for why this is being posted on Wednesday instead of Friday. And don't forget, the Surprise Packages end this weekend, so get those orders in now!
12-30-10 At the Printer!
The Rifter® #53 went to the printer yesterday, and will ship in a couple weeks. This is another awesome issue. Is your subscription up to date?
UPDATE: We're doing the Weekly Update a day early again this week, to give you all a chance to check it out before ringing in 2011. Have a safe and happy New Year celebration, everybody!
12-23-10 Merry Christmas!
Christmas just over a day away, but the Christmas Surprise Package offer has been extended till January 9, 2011! You've got two more weeks to take advantage of our best deal of the year. For more information and other news, check out today's Weekly Update.
12-16-10 Time Is Running Out!
With Christmas coming up next weekend, you're almost out of time to order a Christmas Surprise Package and receive it before the big day! Get your order in tonight, tomorrow, or over the weekend and you still have a good chance. Any later and you'll have to pay extra for faster shipping.
See today's Weekly Update for more details and other news.
12-10-10 Weekly Update
Another week, another Weekly Update. Wherein Kevin talks about what we've been up to, including some upcoming reprints of popular backordered titles, and maybe a first look at the cover to an upcoming book.
12-3-10 Weekly Update
Well, we survived the eating and the shopping, but both were near misses. Regardless, we were back in full swing this week, and today's Weekly Update tells the story.
11-24-10 Happy Thanksgiving!
Today's Weekly Update is a couple days early because, of course, tomorrow is Thanksgiving for those of us in the U.S. We'll be spending the next four days eating turkey, dressing, more turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and turkey leftovers, then pushing and shoving each other to save $10 on a toaster or something. God, I love Thanksgiving. Have a safe holiday weekend, everybody!
11-19-10 Weekly Update
Enjoy today's Weekly Update, which has the latest news and updates about all things Palladium.
11-12-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update covers several bits of recent news, including our new Facebook presence, among other things. Check it out, and have a good weekend.
11-5-10 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, with all the latest news about what's going on at Palladium and info on our upcoming products. Along with that, there's a new episode of the Gateway to the Megaverse® podcast, and you can listen to it right here.
11-2-10 Forums Restored
Our forums were down for a few hours this morning, but should be up and running now. Sorry for the inconvenience.
10-29-10 Happy Halloween!
There's a new Weekly Update, and it's a big one, so give it a read for all the latest news and updates. Then throw on a costume and have a safe and fun Halloween weekend.
10-22-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update has all the latest news and product updates, plus Halloween ghoul photos and more. And don't miss our Palladium Greeting Card Sale, going on now for a limited time. Check it out for more details.
10-15-10 Now Shipping!
The Rifter® #52 shipped today, and should start showing up on store shelves (and on the doorsteps of subscribers and those who pre-ordered) in the next couple of weeks.
Read all about it and more, including some sad news, in today's Weekly Update.
10-7-10 Weekly Update
Wayne's hitting the road for a trade show tomorrow morning, so you get this Weekly Update a day early. Take a look for the latest news.
10-1-10 Grab Bags are Back!
It's that time of the year at last! The X-Mas Surprise Package is back, and as good as ever. Read all about it, and much more, in today's Weekly Update.
9-30-10 At the Printer!
The Rifter® #52 is at the printer! (Actually, it was there Monday, but I forgot to post about it.) This issue is filled with great stuff, including new True Atlantean and Sunaj O.C.C.s, tons of new Tattoo Magic, Living Rune Weapons, Cannibal Magic and more! Expected to ship in the next couple of weeks, so get those orders in soon, or update your subscription!
9-25-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update has the latest news on Palladium, as well as Kevin's father, and Kev's thoughts on life and hard times. Definitely worth a look.
9-17-10 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, and don't look now but I (Wayne Smith) wrote it. Oh, go ahead and read it anyway.
9-15-10 Now Shipping!
Rifts®: Heroes of the Megaverse® is shipping out now! Did you order your copy? We expect this one to fly off the shelves, so either watch for it to hit your local store in the next couple of weeks, or get your order in soon.
9-10-10 Weekly Update
Well, it's been an up and down week, in a lot of ways. Check out today's Weekly Update for more details.
Reminder: Rifts®: Heroes of the Megaverse® will be shipping on Monday, so get those pre-orders in this weekend and you can still be one of the first to get your hands on it!
9-3-10 Weekly Update
Check out today's Weekly Update for all the latest news, from product updates to how Hank is doing after his surgery. Then make sure you place your pre-order for Rifts®: Heroes of the Megaverse®! It will be here sooner than you think.
8-27-10 At the Printer!
At long last, Rifts®: Heroes of the Megaverse® is done and at the printer! This epic sourcebook has over 100 new super abilities, rules for creating Heroes of the Megaverse, the facts (and myths) about the legendary Book of Heroes, and much, much more! Read all about it, and other news and info, in today's Weekly Update.
8-20-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update has several things of interest. First, the issue of Heavy Metal Magazine containing a Colt the Outlander/Rifts® crossover comic strip is in stores now! On top of that, you'll see a sketch of the cover to the upcoming Rifts® Dimension Book: Thundercloud Galaxy. Plus other news & sports, so go ahead and check it out.
8-19-10 Now Shipping!
The new Rifts® "Accept No Imitations" T-Shirt has arrived, and is shipping out now! Two-color printing on a black, 50/50 cotton/poly blend, available in Medium, Large, XL, XXL, XXXL, XXXXL, and XXXXXL.
8-13-10 Weekly Update
So, did you have a good Friday the thirteenth? Well, curl up with today's Weekly Update and everything will be alright.
8-6-10 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, discussing all the things you love, like heroes, zombies, and Armageddon in general. You'll just have to click to see what I mean.
7-30-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update is a big one. First, the last Palladium Collectibles Auction of the summer ends Sunday, so you'd better check it out fast to get in on the bidding! On top of that, we have a new Rifts® T-shirt that we think you'll enjoy, now available for pre-order and shipping in two weeks. Finally, we unveil the georgeous Erik Gist cover for the upcoming Rifts® Vampire Kingdoms, Revised & Expanded! Well don't just sit there, click me!
7-21-10 Weekly Update
This week's Weekly Update comes a little early because Wayne's taking a couple of days off, but make sure you take a look. Among other bits of news, Palladium's last Collectibles Auction of the summer starts this Sunday, July 25, and Rifts® Heroes of the Megaverse® is nearing completion and wil be going to the printer soon. Check it out.
7-20-10 Shipped!
The Rifter® #51 has shipped! New Rifts® Triax 2 weapons and cyborgs, Splicers® O.C.C.s, G.M. tips and more make this another issue you won't want to miss.
7-16-10 Weekly Update
It's been an odd day at Palladium, as you'll find in today's Weekly Update. Among other things, The Rifter® #51 is here in our warehouse, and it looks great, but it won't ship till Monday. Get all the latest news and details here.
7-9-10 Weekly Update
There's a new Weekly Update today, so take a look for news about upcoming books and other things. Also make sure you check out this week's Ebay auction quick! It ends this Sunday, July 11.
7-2-10 At the Printer!
The Rifter® #51 is at the printer, and expected to ship around July 16! This is another great issue, filled with new Rifts® Triax 2 weapons and cyborgs, two awesomely creepy Splicers® O.C.C.s, G.M. tips and much more!
Read all about it and much more in today's Weekly Update. And for you Americans out there, have a safe and happy Independence Day weekend!
6-25-10 Christmas in July!
Surprise! From now until July 25, you can get $55-$65 worth of Palladium products for just $28 plus shipping & handling! Christmas in July Grab Bags are here, but only for a limited time. See today's Weekly Update for more details, as well as the latest news and info.
6-18-10 Weekly Update
Today's Weekly Update has some news about several upcoming books, details about a new Ebay auction starting this weekend, as well as other updates. Give it a look.
6-11-10 Weekly Update
Today we've got what we're going to start calling a Weekly Update, with all the latest news, and this week it's one you do not want to miss. Check it out.
6-4-10 Auction Ends Sunday!
Today's Press Release, in addition to the latest news and updates, details some of the great items available in Kevin Siembieda's current Ebay auction, which ends Sunday, June 6, so check it out fast before time runs out.
5-28-10 Happy Memorial Day!
There's a new Press Release today, with all the latest news and updates, including the cover to The Rifter® #51 (now available for pre-order, by the way), featuring the winner of the color category of the Rifts® Art Contest judged at the Palladium Open House! Check it out, and have a fun and safe holiday weekend.
5-21-10 New Press Release
Things at Palladium lately are, well, crazy as usual. Today's Press Release has all the news that's fit to print, plus product schedule updates and more. Have a good weekend, everybody!
5-14-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, with the latest news and updates, plus the winners of the 2010 Rifts® Art Contest! Take a look and see the winning pieces.
    
5-6-10 Wow! Look at all that new stuff!
The Palladium Open House is over, but now you too can get your hands on all this great new merchandise! For full product details, click the images above, or check out today's Press Release.
On top of that, Kevin has written up his 2010 Open House Report, and you can also check out the 2010 Open House Photo Gallery!
4-29-10 The Palladium Open House is Now Open!
That's right, the time has come! The Palladium Open House has just opened its doors for VIP Thursday, marking the official beginning of the biggest Palladium gaming weekend of the year. If you're in the Southeast Michigan area and haven't already purchased your tickets for the Palladium Open House, what are you waiting for? Come on down and buy them at the door, then get in here and game your head off!
More information can be found in today's Press Release.
4-28-10 Now Shipping!
Much to our surprise, Rifts® Triax 2 arrived yesterday! Pre-ordered copies were sent out yesterday, and distributor shipments went out today, so look for it on store shelves in a couple weeks.
 
4-23-10 Now Shipping!
The Rifts® Zipper Hoodie and Rifts® Pullover Hoodie are now available! For those of you who pre-ordered, your hoodies are in the mail. For those who are coming to the Open House next week, you can get one here, along with several new T-shirts, and of course Rifts® Triax 2!
For more details, see today's Press Release.
4-16-10 At the Printer!
It took us a bit longer than we had hoped, but Rifts® World Book 31: Triax™ 2 is at the printer, and we hope to have it in our hands in time for the Palladium Open House. And boy, are we all tired. But regardless, this is a great book, and one you will not want to miss.
For more info, check out today's Press Release, then have a nice weekend.
4-9-10 Now Shipping!
The Rifter® #50 has shipped! This expanded, 128 page Special Anniversary Issue is one you will not want to miss. It's packed to the gills with official source material for Phase World®, Chaos EarthTM, Splicers®, Palladium Fantasy® and more, so order your copy today!
For more details about this and other upcoming titles, plus the latest news about Palladium, see today's Press Release.
4-2-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, with the latest news and updates. Most importantly, The Rifter® Super Subscription Offer has been extended through this weekend, so you have one last chance to get four issues of The Rifter® mailed right to your door, plus a free gift. Check it out, and have a safe and happy Easter weekend, everybody!
3-26-10 New Press Release
In today's Press Release, we shuffle aroud the schedule a little bit, and show you the cover for the upcoming Rifts® TriaxTM 2. Remember, The Rifter® Super Subscription Offer expires next Wednesday, March 31! Also, please get your pre-orders for the Rifts® Zipper and/or Pullover Hoodies in by then if possible, so we know how many to print. Click here for more details.
3-22-10 At the Printer!
The Rifter® #50 is at the printer, and will ship in about three weeks. This Special Anniversary Issue is filled with official source material for Phase World®, Chaos EarthTM, Splicers®, Palladium Fantasy® and more, so make sure you've got yours pre-ordered. Or better yet, get a Rifter® Subscription by the end of the month and get free shipping (in the US) and a free gift!
3-19-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, including the announcement of two Rifts® hoodies, now available for pre-order in both pullover and zipper styles! If either of these interest you, please take a look.
3-12-10 New Press Release
Today's Press Release contains the latest news and schedule updates, and Kevin's notes on this week's happenings around the Palladium offices. And don't forget, the Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer ends in a couple of weeks. Don't let it pass you by.
3-9-10 Now Shipping!
Rifts® Dimension Book 12: Dimensional Outbreak is here, and shipping out now! The third chapter in the epic Minion War series is jam-packed with demon and Deevil goodness, tons of information on the city of Center and the Three Galaxies in general, and the war that's going to affect trillions of lives. Don't miss it!
3-5-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, with the latest product updates, a little Triax™ 2 sneak peek, and a look at the cover to The Rifter® #50, and the more observant among you will also notice that Vampire Kingdoms™, Expanded & Revised and Chaos Earth™: First Responders™ are now available for pre-order! I'd say that's quite enough for a Friday, wouldn't you?
2-26-10 New Press Release
In today's Press Release, Kevin outlines a bunch of the stuff going on at the Palladium offices, as work progresses on Heroes of the Megaverse®, Triax 2, The Rifter® #50 and other books, plus the latest Open House news and more.
2-18-10 At the Printer!
Rifts® Dimension Book 12: Dimensional Outbreak is at the printer, and expected to ship around March 5! New demons! New demon and Deevil minions! New spaceships! 60+ Demon Magic spells! Center Levels 1-4 mapped and described! We could say more, but do we really need to? The next chapter in the epic Minion War crossover is coming. Order yours now.
For more details, and all the latest news and updates, see today's Press Release.
2-12-10 New Press Release
Today's Press Release has the latest update on Dimensional Outbreak, some good news about Henry Siembieda, Open House reminders and more, so give it a look, and then have a good weekend for me (because I'll be working).
2-5-10 New Press Release
Well, we were right, the last of the VIP Thursday tickets did go fast, and they are now sold out. All tickets for this year's Palladium Open House are selling briskly, so make sure you get yours soon. And also make your hotel reservations soon! Not only can you ensure you get a spot in the fantastic hotel we used last year, but the sooner we fill the place up, the more conference space we'll have available for all night gaming!
For more details about the Palladium Open House, our upcoming releases and more, check out today's Press Release.
1-29-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, featuring a big Palladium Open House update. Most notably, a limited number of VIP Thursday tickets will go on sale Monday, February 1. They won't last long, so be ready and check back here on Monday for your last chance to reserve your ticket.
1-22-10 Now Shipping!
The Rifter® #49 shipped today! It's another great issue, with vampires for Nightbane®, the Free State of Lazlo, Regomancy, Stage Magic and more, so watch for it to hit your store shelves (or your mailbox) in the next week or two.
Today's Press Release has more details, as well as news about this year's upcoming Rifts® 20th anniversary celebration and more!
1-15-10 New Press Release
Tonight is your last chance to order the 2009 X-Mas Grab Bag! At midnight tonight (or maybe sometime tomorrow afternoon), this awesome offer will be gone till October, so get those orders in right away!
Beyond that, today's Press Release has the latest news, product updates, and details on our brand new 2010 Rifter® Super-Subscription Offer and more. Check it out.
1-8-10 New Press Release
There's a new Press Release today, and for this first Press Release of 2010, we've got a doozy for you. First off, The Rifter® #49 is at the printer. Also, X-Mas Grab Bags are still available, but end next Friday! Rerad all about those things and more here.
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