Ryan said,
"Because we wanted to make sure there were 3rd party D20 products at GenCon,
we permitted manufacturers to use the D20 logo on their products under a
"gentleman's agreement" to abide by the terms of the draft license, with the
proviso that the license might be substantially changed before it was made
formal...."
"In short, I think publishing a short adventure, or even a relatively
rules-light sourcebook is probably reasonably cautious, proceeding with a
more ambitious release at this time is a highly risky venture."
However, It should also be noted, that the companies that got coverage by
Wizard's Attic and were early adopters are SELLING OFF THE SHELVES.
I monitor many of the same lists other members here do and I speak with
distributors frequently and these bad boys are hot hot hot. I think this is
due to the novelty, the co-release of 3E, and the quality of the products
that have been promoted at the conventions.
I remember comments from WotC (I think even Ryan) about the
non-profitability of modules, so let's make sure we don't succeed too much
;) (I'm kidding of course)
Call your local retailer and ask them about d20 products ... they'll tell
you the truth ... and make sure you produce quality stuff...
Cheers,
Jared Nielsen
