Empress Playing Cards
A project in Devon, Canada by Colin MacIntyre000days
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n. 1. exotic, steampunk-themed playing cards; 2. a game in which players compete for table supremacy.
Backers: 76
Average Pledge Per Backer: $41 CAD
Funded: $3,152 CAD of $6,638 CAD
Dates: Oct 1st -> Nov 2nd (32 days)
Project By: Colin MacIntyre
Backers: 76
Average Pledge Per Backer: $41 CAD
Funded: $3,152 CAD of $6,638 CAD
Dates: Oct 1st -> Nov 2nd (32 days)
Project By: Colin MacIntyre
$3,152 CAD
current pledge level
Last Updated: November 2 @ 17:06 -0400 GMT
47%
of goal
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Latest News
Plans Post-Kickstarter, Plus An Unlocked Prophet Ascends 
November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
In the Empress' dread of seers is the fact, That whether sage or raving fool, They have mayhaps seen a future world, Which she no longer rules. —from The Prophet, a poem Well Empressarios, I'm not calling it quits. Although the Kickstarter looks... (Read More)
Add-On No. 3 is a Sculpted Force of Nature
October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
“I first encountered Colin through one of his previous projects, Better Covenant Cards. I was blown away by the design and quality. Being a big steampunk fan, and loving board and card games, I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to collaborate with... (Read More)
More Add-ons: Brilliant (But Rare) Duotone Art Prints
October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, A new add-on has just hit, and it's a beaut. Check it out: The Empress' subjects in luminous portraiture. What about the details? I should add that there's no need to wait for the character you want to be unlocked in order to reserve... (Read More)
Day Twenty is Spy vs. Spy + Brick Reward
October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
In the shadows of your assembly, At the edge of gaslight's glow, Turing's golems lurk, with binarized oaths, To thwart her every foe. Empressarios, We've successfully hit Stretch Goal No. 7! Introducing the alternate art “Recon” Spook, a... (Read More)
Vote on Empress' Joker Art!
October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, I'm struggling with choosing what artwork to put on the Big Joker. I've narrowed it down to three, all of which I think have their good points. So I'd like your opinion. Three different Jokers vying for your affection. First, we have... (Read More)
You Need To Freely Download Empress: The Climbing Card Game Rule Book v.1.0
October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, The time has come. Forget about posting one page at time. Join the worldwide launch of Empress: The Climbing Card Game right now with this free download. The 1.0 version of the rule book is ten (10) pages of steam & punk madness... (Read More)
Empress Game Rules Part 2—Setup & Goals
October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
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Empress Game Rules Part 1—Cards & Components
October 18th - via: kickstarter.com
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The Empress' Royal Font-Works, and a Corona
October 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios and playing card fans, Yesterday I had a crazy urge to spend some time perfecting Empress' typography. This post is to highlight for you some of the detail that's going into your deck. Ligatures (how the letters connect with one another)... (Read More)
Revolutionary Card Backs, Hipster Santa + Your Downloadable Gift
October 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, Thanks to all who voted (plus Empress fans on Reddit, Discord and FB!), I'm proud to present the current iteration of card backs: The latest version of the card back features gold on black. This deck is about authoritarian rule,... (Read More)
New Reward For Single Deck Collectors + Time to Vote!
October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, One of the things that Empress Playing Cards is about is helping backers enjoy what they purchase. Well, you're going to like this—until Oct. 20, you can get a single deck of Empress playing cards at a cut rate price of $15 USD. If... (Read More)
Day Ten, The Falcon Uncaged
October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Form, be ready to do or to die! Form, for her Majesty's crown and empire! Steady men, heed not the Mad Duke's taunts! Ready men, to meet brass and hellfire! Great news Empressarios, not only do we have a new Uncut Sheet Add-On, but we've just... (Read More)
Add-On Number 1: Frameable Uncut Sheets
October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, We've got our first add-on for the campaign, and it's gorgeous. Imagine each card, rank and character displayed on your wall. This is a fine collector's item, but it's only available in this Kickstarter while supplies last. At only $15... (Read More)
DIY Memory Game
October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, Just wanted to post a quick update that the official website is now updated with all the unlocked stretch goals—but with a twist. Hint: remember that game Memory (or Concentration)? See if you can match the original with its alternate... (Read More)
Day Seven One-Eyed Feather in Your Cap
October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
“Until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore, you will not know the terror of being forever lost at sea.” Taking the pipe from his mouth he added, “Got that from Cook—learned the hard way mind you. But here's what I pronounce, you... (Read More)
Day Six Fixer Out of the Box
October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
With powered limb I turn the wrench, In mathematical precision, Bring pipe, bring gear, bring flange and see How a metallurgist does resurrection. Empressarios, Rain or shine, in summer heat or frigid winter, the Fixer quietly goes about her labour.... (Read More)
Empress + BoardGameGeek = Supernova
October 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Word! Empress has been included in the official game database of the biggest tabletop gaming site in the world. If you're a gamer, you know what a treasure trove this site is. With 4.4 million unique monthly visitors among 2.2 million registered... (Read More)
Day Four Continues: Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy...
October 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor, Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man, Thief. What?! Stretch Goal No.3 already? In Empress, the exploits of tinker bands excite the imagination—free-roaming, itinerant tinsmiths, menders of household utensils—but that... (Read More)
Day Four, The Er... Helmeted Peon
October 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We've hit Stretch Goal No.2. Thanks again to all of you who helped get us here! I have to say, peons are a rather sympathetic lot, being relegated to a life of drudgery in service to the Empress. Without further ado, let's see what the new alternate... (Read More)
Talk Empress Cards on Discord!
October 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Click to enter! On Discord?! Hit me up on the playing cards channel and let's talk about games you love, deck design, Empress ideas, whatever you're into. Go there now. (Read More)
Day Two Stre-e-e-t-c-h
October 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Good news Empressarios, Day Two is in the books, and because of your pledges Empress hit her first stretch goal with flying colours. Now everyone, even those who pledge in the future, will benefit as the “Smoking Horse” becomes official artwork... (Read More)
Day One Was Afire
October 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Empressarios, Day One was so great. I want to personally thank Te, Dax, Kyle, Gandalf83, Dongyu, Richard, Agustin, Bill, Ronald, albert, Darius, Aaron, Andrea, Alice, Marco, Sandra, David, Serena, Norman, Shawn, Krisz and gonnet. You are the first... (Read More)
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