Stadium Dice (working title)

A project in Freehold, NJ by Sue Ann Derkach
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A competitive dice game - Gladiator style!
Backers: 72
Average Pledge Per Backer: $76

Funded: $5,486 of $5,000
Dates: Nov 3rd -> Jan 2nd (60 days)
Project By: Sue Ann Derkach
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Latest News

Absolutely Amazing!!

January 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
YOU DID IT!!!!!! Thanks to all of you, the wonderful backers who believe in this game, it going to happen!  I cannot tell you how excited everyone is.   If you missed the deadline but still want to participate, upgrade your pledge or order... (Read More)

1 HOUR TO GO

January 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Will we get the $6,000 stretch goal???  Only $500 shy! This is your last chance to get in the game (literally - see pledge levels) if you haven't pledged yet, or upgrade your pledge.    (Read More)

WE ARE FUNDED!!!!!!!!

December 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Stadium Dice is happening!  I am SOOOOO thankful for everyone's support! Once the campaign ends, keep an eye out for instructions regarding your pledge level. Everyone who pledged $5 or more will have the opportunity to submit a suggestion for the... (Read More)

90% with 4 days to go!

December 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Looks like this is definitely happening.  THANK YOU to all of the backers!  Now let's see which stretch goals get unlocked......  (Read More)

NEW VIDEO

December 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Check out the new video in the Story section.  It's chock full of Gladiators in Action!!!!  (Read More)

Decision on Stretch Goal

December 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we couldn't come to a consensus on which reward to offer for a stretch goal - the cards or the drinking rules - so we decided to do this: TWO STRETCH GOALS Stretch Goal #1 - $6,000 - Backer's Choice    All games will come with your choice of... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Update

December 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
It's a tie - but we haven't heard from everyone yet.  Please let us know if you would prefer the drinking game rules or the scoring bonus cards for the stretch goal.  Let your voice be heard!  (Read More)

Your opinion on stretch goal, please

December 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
I would like to offer a stretch goal to all backers who pledge to receive a copy of the game.  Would you prefer: A set of rules to turn the standard game into a drinking game; or A set of cards that will randomly affect scoring after each round; or... (Read More)

Wow - 60%!!!!

December 17th - via: kickstarter.com
15 days to go and we have reached 60% - THANK YOU to all of the backers!!! Get in on the action now to secure a spot as one of the statues.  And there are only 7 main characters left to be claimed.  Act fast! Thanks to all of my backers, there is... (Read More)

A note about the dice....

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I have been asked on a few occasions about using different kinds of dice.  People ask about more sides, rounded corners, etc. I have researched and play-tested a variety of die types, and the ones you see in the photos seem to work best for the... (Read More)

One more rule.....

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
6) If you throw a Gladiator and miss the stadium:  a) if you miss entirely and airball it, you may rethrow, b) if you hit the stadium at all, you may not rethrow.  (Read More)

Halfway point!

December 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to you incredible backers, we have reached the half-way point!!!!  I can't put into words how grateful I am to everyone who has joined in on this game.  Remember that you only have the opportunity to have your picture printed ON ALL THE... (Read More)

INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES

December 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Objective - Have the highest score and thus be deemed the Champion of the Gladiator Games. Scores are based on the value on top of each die plus the effect of any modifiers of which the die crosses the line. Game Time – Games take 30-60 seconds per... (Read More)

PAX Unplugged recap

December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
PAX Unplugged was a great experience!  Thank you to everyone who played Stadium Dice on Saturday - we got some of the craziest results yet!  Tie scores and battles to the death, some serious strategy, and someone even got the elusive Stacked... (Read More)

Thank you, Denise!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
It will be really amazing to see it for sale in a store!  (Read More)

Hi Josh!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you for your support and all of the compliments.  The rules have been getting tweaked and refined, and I will be posting an update soon to address things that I didn't foresee (like when players throw dice and miss the stadium completely) or... (Read More)

We have retail!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
I am SO happy to announce that, once published, Stadium Dice will be carried by Nerd Merch in Phoenixville, PA.  If you have never been there, it's a great bunch of people in a fun location in a great town. Thanks, Nerd Merch!  (Read More)

Another landmark

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to all of you, we have now passed the $2,000 mark - that's 40% funded!  In addition, the limited-number pledges (for being statues on the stadium or a main character in the game) are starting to get filled. So if you wanted to be carved out... (Read More)

PAX UNPLUGGED TODAY

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Just arrived at PAX Unplugged in the Pennsylvania Convention Center.  Will be holding court for Stadium Dice in the Free play area all day. If you're here, stop by and say hello!  (Read More)

Art Announcement

December 6th - via: kickstarter.com
I am very proud to announce that I have selected the artist for Stadium Dice - SCOTT BOWMANCHESTER. He will be rendering not only the box art, but the eight main, named characters.  I have admired Scott's work for years, and am very excited that we... (Read More)

Response to questions and comments

December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I wish to thank everyone who has reached out to me with questions, comments and suggestions regarding this campaign.  Pursuant to those comments, I have made the following changes to the narrative:   Prototype v Final Game:  I have clarified why... (Read More)

Responses to queries/comments

December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I wish to thank everyone who has reached out to me with questions, comments and suggestions regarding this campaign.  Pursuant to those comments, I have made the following changes to the narrative: Prototype v Final Game:  I have clarified why only... (Read More)

Apology to backers for update drought

November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
I sincerely apologize for not being on top of writing regular updates. I have been very busy going out on demonstrations of the game, and making appearances at Meetups and gaming stores. As a result, I have a lot of great news to share in the coming... (Read More)

New - Rankings for Backers

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Due to limited capacity at this time to edit the descriptions of rewards, I'm posting this here. Backers at $20 level and up will be listed in the booklet in the special Kickstarter edition of the game.  The levels/titles are: $20 - Centuriae $50 -... (Read More)

What a great start!

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you everyone! The launch party was a lot of fun.  I am very excited to announce that the project has already exceeded 10% of its funding goal - in less than a day!!!  I am very grateful to everyone who helped pull off the party and... (Read More)

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