THE TROLL - An Arduino Compatible Practical Joke!

A project in Carleton Place, Canada by Patrick Thomas Mitchell
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An Arduino compatible audio prank device! Scare the living daylights out of, or simply troll your family, friends, and co-wrokers!
Backers: 107
Average Pledge Per Backer: $45 CAD

Funded: $4,813 CAD of $1,600 CAD
Dates: May 31st -> Jun 30th (30 days)
Project By: Patrick Thomas Mitchell
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Latest News

Another short update =D

June 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! I will be updating the project page later today, or early tomorrow.  I've got the sample code commented, the excel sound bite library finalised, and of course, the assembly video completed.  Next I'll be working on the video manual.... (Read More)

Assembly Video / Code Update

June 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! The assembly video is ready, and can be watched here:   https://youtu.be/Zal8EIYmprY  I am working on commenting and formatting the code samples today, and the most Excellent Mr. LeRoy Miller has received his TROLL, and has already... (Read More)

The Assemblies are in production!

June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all! Just a quick update.  The assemblies are in production, and the empty PCBs for DIY kits have been manufactured!  All of the components and accessories are with the manufacturer, and they will send everything to me in one package.  I expect... (Read More)

Library Video Available. DIY kit assembly video soon!

June 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Here is the final library:   https://youtu.be/Bplff5F9E_8  Tomorrow, I'll be sending Mr. LeRoy Miller his reward early, as he's volounteered to create a library, or at least modify an existing LBT/BBT library for the TROLL.  This... (Read More)

Library Complete!

June 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! There are 58 sound bites in total.  I've added some naughty words for those of you who want to play some pranks that are on the lower end of maturity =)  I've also added an awful young girl sream, footsteps, knocking on a door, the... (Read More)

LeRoy and Rusty

June 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all! Just a quick update.  Two supporters of my campaigns (LeRoy and Rusty) have been commenting suggestions all day, and I love it.  There's only 18% of space left, and I'm going to complete the audio library this week.  I'm listening, guys.... (Read More)

Sound bite update video available to watch!

June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all! Sorry for the second update in one day, but I wanted to share the audio updates that I've added.  It can all be heard in this youtube video:   https://youtu.be/TJ_pcfPsiuI  18% of space left on the chip! Have an awesome day, everyone! Pat... (Read More)

Parts, Accessories, PCBs, and Manufacturing paid for!

June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all! Thanks so much for your support.  As of last night, all kitting components, PCBs, and accessories have been paid for, along with the manufacturing of 100x TROLL assemblies.  I expect to have them all in house in 3-4 weeks!  Today and... (Read More)

Orders Submitted & Library Updated + Campaign sharing

June 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Happy Friday =D  Thank you all again for an awesome first week!  I've submitted my component orders and assembly instructions to my manufacturer.  I won't hear back until Monday or Tuesday, but once I do, I'll pay for the hardware,... (Read More)

Starting the ordering process!

June 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Thank you all again for your support with this campaign!  It means a lot!  I've added a few more sound bites (See comment section), and I'm ready to submit my order for manufacturing.  By that, I mean that I've set up my component... (Read More)

Thanks so much for a great first couple of days, everyone!

June 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Thank you all so much for being a part of this campaign.  With less than $50 left to hit the $1600 goal, it looks like we're all going to be pranking people in July!  If you know of anyone who might be interested in this campaign, I'd... (Read More)

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