Enter the whimsical wilds of Estora
Think Mouse Guard or Redwall but filtered through the brushstrokes of an indie artist.
Looking for your next trove of tabletop inspiration? Artist-turned-worldbuilder Rachel Kong—aka PumpkinUnicorn—invites adventurers into Estora, a lovingly illustrated fantasy animal world where bardic mice, llama shopkeepers, and anteater paladins stand against the darkness at their woodland borders.
Launching on Kickstarter September 30, 2025, Estora Vol. 1 is both artbook and toolkit: a play-ready 5e resource with 31 fully illustrated critter characters, modular lore, items, and encounters. Think Mouse Guard or Redwall but filtered through the brushstrokes of an indie artist who left the games industry to follow her own worldbuilding dreams.
Follow the Kickstarter here to get updated when it launches September 30.
Flip through lush spreads of adventurous critters, or drop NPCs like Minerva, the feisty bard, and Hera Swiftpaw, the devoted warden, straight into your game. The book’s approachable design makes it equally friendly for new and seasoned GMs.
PumpkinUnicorn describes Estora as “a passion project that grew out of a simple Inktober prompt into a fully realized world.”
Kickstarter exclusives
Backing Estora Vol. 1 at this link here comes with shiny bonuses: handmade dice, an exclusive Estora badge, and a Collector’s Edition dust jacket. Stretch goals include embroidered bag tags, an A5 notebook, a 58-page coloring book, and more.
When and where
- Pre-launch page: Live now
- Campaign runs: September 30 – November 30, 2025
- Link: Estora Vol. 1 Kickstarter
Whether you’re a GM hunting for inspiration or the next setting for a grand adventure, a player who loves fantastical critters, or just someone who appreciates original artistry, Estora Vol. 1 is a great addition to your table.
