BattleMat

A project in Los Angeles, CA by Brendan Bradley
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BattleMat is a personal training program that uses fantasy card game strategies and lore to guide your fitness journey!
Backers: 742
Average Pledge Per Backer: $35

Funded: $26,300 of $23,500
Dates: Jul 10th -> Aug 9th (30 days)
Project By: Brendan Bradley
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Latest News

BattleMat is FULLY FUNDED with 48 Hours to go!

August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
It's official! Today the BattleMat Kickstarter reached 103% of it's funding goal! Thank you so much to our incredible backers and "BattleMates" for your support, shares and suggestions! Michael and I knew we had something special, but it's scary to... (Read More)

Homestretch!

August 4th - via: kickstarter.com
With any good workout, you really feel the burn toward the very end. Those final reps and steps are not only the hardest, they can be the most valuable as well. After a month of unyielding support, sharing and hustle...BattleMat is over 75%... (Read More)

Match Day!

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
In honor of the Nerdy Assassin's little assassin turning one and a half, a mystery benefactor has agreed to match whatever our Kickstarter raises today, August 1st! That's right, get a friend to buy a deck and their $25 is really worth $50 toward... (Read More)

"The Most Practical Nerd Game in the World" (New York Cliche)

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
The hilarious and poignant blog, New York Cliche, just featured BattleMat in their latest post.  A huge thank you to Mary Lane for taking the time to dive into a world she was not too familiar with prior to the article.  I think we may have a... (Read More)

50% Funded!

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
BattleMat is halfway funded... We want to thank each of every one of you for being our first backers for BattleMat! Many of you have personally experienced the roller coaster of crowdfunding and know how crucial this early generosity and support... (Read More)

It's all about Kommunity!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We chose Kickstarter for BattleMat specifically to build a grassroots community directly with our players and backers. This personal connection is what we love about tabletop games and what inspired BattleMat in the first place. During our first... (Read More)

Get 'em to the GEEK!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey BattleMates! This morning we're excited to welcome and join our fellow geeks from the Board Game Geeks website and newsletter! Tell us YOUR favorite community for gaming news in the comments below and help us spread the word about BattleMat! ... (Read More)

Our Favorite 12.5 cards

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey there BattleMates!  Brendan and I had our official weekly BattleMat meeting today (don't worry, we talk WAY more than just once a week) and we were joking that if we only received 25% of the funding we should pick our favorite 12.5 cards from... (Read More)

Gameplay Overview LIVE

July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey BattleMates!  After requests to demonstrate dealing and gameplay, we tried our first Kickstarter Livestream. Unfortunately our connection was weak, so we immediately streamed a second version! Please enjoy a sneak peak below and let us know if... (Read More)

Lots of BUZZ about BattleMat!

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Check out and SHARE the latest BUZZFEED story on BattleMat! Also circulating on Medium, NerdHQ and TableTopGaming Magazine! At the bottom of the article, you can "like" and "comment" which will help its discoverability on the site! Thanks for... (Read More)

You wanted more!

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey BattleMates (is this the name we're keeping?) It's been an incredible 48 hours of #BattleMatFitness! Thank you for your shares, support, but most importantly your ideas! Across social media, we've enjoyed the snark and suggestions to build the... (Read More)

People Are Talking About BattleMat

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey BattleMates (I don't know, do we like that? Start another suggestion for how we should refer to those who play BattleMat)!  Check out this interview and article and let us know what you think. Interview with the Creators of... (Read More)

Only 17 $10 decks left!

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to all who have supported so far.  There are only 17 of the super saver $10 decks left.  Many of you have opted to bypass this reward and have chosen to support us at one of the higher tiers and for that we are incredibly grateful. Keep... (Read More)

10% of the Way There!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
After our first day, we've reached 10% of our goal.  Thank you to all of our backers and thank you for continuing to get the word out there.  We still need more suggestions for Brendan's nickname.  We have one so far.  Let's make it GOOD.  (Read More)

First look!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Many of you have asked to "see more cards" and while much of our crowdfunding is going toward the work that still needs to be done, we wanted to share a quick look at 5 of our early prototypes (printed at on my old employer's printers...shhhh...)... (Read More)

First backers!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Seconds after we hit the launch button and we already have our first 2 backers! Thank you so much Graham, Harry and Bob! Don't forget to suggest a nickname for Brendan in the comments...  (Read More)

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