The Primary - An Election Strategy Board Game

A project in Madison, WI by Mountaintop Games
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Do you have what it takes to win the nomination? For 1 - 5 players at 45 minutes ... and no politics involved!
Backers: 357
Average Pledge Per Backer: $49

Funded: $17,609 of $15,000
Dates: Mar 15th -> Apr 17th (34 days)
Project By: Mountaintop Games
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Latest News

Stretch Goal Vote #6

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

You Did It! The Primary Is Funded!!!

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you! This has been a crazy journey, but I just want to thank you so much for all the support, excitement, encouragement, and patience with the Kickstarter campaign for The Primary. It's truly thanks to you that... (Read More)

67 Hours Left!

April 15th - via: kickstarter.com
We are entering the final stretch! While I'm optimistic that The Primary will meet its funding goal, any and all support is very welcome ;) If you know anyone who may enjoy the game, please share it, so we can make this a reality! Even a $1 pledge... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Vote #5

April 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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Time For Another Stretch Goal!

April 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Congratulations, you have just earned your 15th project achievement and that means it's time for the 5th stretch goal vote! Same as before, I'll be following up shortly with another update (available only to backers) with a link to the voting.  ... (Read More)

"Press Credentials" Pledges Available!

April 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Were you bummed out when the "Run For Office" pledge levels sold out so quickly? Don't worry, there is another way for you to be a permanent part of The Primary! There are now pledges available for "Press Credentials" where your name and likeness... (Read More)

New Pledge Level!

April 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Sorry for the delay to those who have been asking for new ways to get in the game... but I'm finally ready to announce the new "Press Credentials" pledge level! With this, not only will you get a copy of The Primary and your name on the Kickstarter... (Read More)

Fourth Stretch Goal Unlocked!

April 5th - via: kickstarter.com
And The Unlocked Stretch Goal Is...... another Candidate card! It just barely edged out the custom engraved die. If you want to see any of the previous stretch goal voting results, I have updated them all here AchievementsYou need to earn three more... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Vote #4

April 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
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We'll Do It Live!

April 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Achievements / Stretch GoalsYou've done it again! You earned your twelfth project achievement, which means it's time for another stretch goal vote! Same as before, I'll send out another update after this (available only to backers) that has a link to... (Read More)

More, More, More!

March 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Achievements / Stretch GoalsSorry for the slew of emails, but I've got lots of updates for you! First - the results are in, and you voted for... another Candidate card! Check out the voting breakdown below: In the meantime, you also earned your tenth... (Read More)

"Run for Office" Pledge Available!

March 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys! (Sorry, gals) Now is your chance to get in on the male "Run for Office" pledge level! Unfortunately, we had someone back out - but that is good news for you! Included in the "Run for Office" pledge: Your likeness on a Candidate card! 1x... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Vote #3

March 26th - via: kickstarter.com
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They Just Keep Coming!

March 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Achievements / Stretch GoalsWow, you are doing great! You just unlocked your ninth achievement and third stretch goal! Same as before, I will send another update after this (available only to backers) with a link to the stretch goal voting. More... (Read More)

Second Stretch Goal Unlocked!

March 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Stretch GoalsThe votes are in, and you have chosen... three additional News cards! Here's a breakdown of the votes: I'll be posting any open polls and all previous results here:  http://mountaintop.games/games/the-primary/kickstarter-polls/... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Vote #2

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
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Half Way Funded!

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you so much! You have boosted The Primary beyond 50% funded, with 24 days still left to go! It really has been awesome to see all the support so far. Achievements / Stretch GoalsSince the last update, you have earned your sixth achievement!... (Read More)

First Stretch Goal Unlocked!

March 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Stretch GoalsThe votes are in, and you have chosen... thicker, higher quality cards! Here's a breakdown of the votes: I'll be posting any open polls and all previous results here: http://mountaintop.games/games/the-primary/kickstarter-polls/... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Vote #1

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
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Day 3 - Your First Stretch Goal!

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Time to Vote!Congratulations, you have earned your third project achievement! The Mountaintop Games Twitter account got 25 new backers since the start of the Kickstarter campaign. There are two more achievements that are pretty close - only 2 more... (Read More)

Day 2 - Your First Achievements!

March 17th - via: kickstarter.com
I promise these updates won't all be daily ;) Congrats!Congratulations on earning your first two project achievements! Today The Primary got its 10th fan on BGG (and 11th, and 12th) and the Mountaintop Games Facebook page got 25 new likes since the... (Read More)

Day 1 - Wow!

March 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank You!First of all, thank you so much! As a first-time creator on Kickstarter, it's hard to describe just how grateful I am for your support and enthusiasm for The Primary! Coming into the campaign, I had so many emotions - fear, excitement,... (Read More)

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