Chapter 5 - Part 2: Wrap-up Report!

Hey all,

As I secretly expected, I wasn't able to wrap everything up this week, but I think I was able to finish all of the renders we need for this release! Currently sitting at *771 renders, it's nearly as long as the first half of the chapter, which sits at 870, so you can all expect an update nearly as long as the last one.

This week, my only concern is testing and getting this damn update out ASAP! If testing is smooth, I should be able to send copies to my testers before the week is out, and perhaps, if things work out timing-wise, the official update might start dropping for subscribers at this time next week. 

I know it may be hard for some to believe, but I can't tell you how badly I need this update to drop. 8+ months between updates is completely unsustainable for me.  I'll likely need to make some drastic changes after this release, but I'll worry about that afterwards. Honestly, though, working on some of these scenes felt like those nightmares where the faster you try to run or the harder you try to fight, the slower you move.  I have no doubt that some of my ageing PC parts are to blame, but that's not something I can afford to worry about right now.

Alright, I'm just rambling at this point, so I'll leave it here.
Much love!
JB