Man this sucks, I find out that my most favorite series, after being on hiatus for almost a decade, has come back. Only to find out that it will not be continuing, because of a failed campaign, I hope you still decide to finish the series, I really do, I've been craving the ending since I was a little kid.
As for the episode, it was great, the added scenes with Cecils inner conflict were nice new additions. The animation is obviously far more superior compared to the first episode. And the fact that you toned down on the humor aspect in comparison to the first episode, just adds to the complete, dramatical feel of the overall series.
I really hope you still decide to conclude this amazing series.