Ramming Robots! - a 1 - 2-player board game (PnP)

A project in Burke, VA by John H. Kohn
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A game where the more you ram your opponent's robot the more points you score!
Backers: 72
Average Pledge Per Backer: $7

Funded: $502 of $45
Dates: Feb 2nd -> Feb 28th (26 days)
Project By: John H. Kohn
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Latest News

Thanks for your awesome participation in this great campaign! Two-Thirds of you are new Backers of my games! Welcome!

February 28th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

All manufactured Token Options are now on display

February 27th - via: kickstarter.com
When the manufactured game comes out in a future Kickstarter, I will be offering these 3 Robot Token options. Some of you have already signed up for the Plastic and Metal ones already, and the rest of you Backers have one last chance to upgrade your... (Read More)

A 'showroom' of robot options coming soon

February 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Early next week, I'll be able to display all the robot options Backers of the manufactured game will be able to get in a future campaign.  Stay tuned....  (Read More)

Check out this video! The ultimate robot purchase!

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This guy doesn't want PnP robots; he doesn't want the .stl file (or an actual PLASTIC model) of a robot; he doesn't even want a METAL robot. He actually bought a robot from BattleBots!!!!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHHF2q6Sz94   (Read More)

We've crushed the max goal to get SIX FREE PnP games!

February 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
One new Backer has decided to go FIRST CLASS and get the BRASS & STERLING SILVER set of tokens! That puts us waaaaaay beyond the $275 needed to have all Backers choose SIX FREE PnP games out of 15 listed. When the Reward Survey goes out, I'll ask... (Read More)

We've EXCEEDED our goal of FIVE FREE PnP games out of 15 to choose from. Shall we try for SIX????

February 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

One dollar shy of getting five!

February 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
We're one dollar away from the $250 needed for all Backers getting to choose 5 out of 15 prior PnP game files: - $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their... (Read More)

A video tracing the evolution of robot wars around the world

February 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=396R8kbc32I   (Read More)

So, who is this John Kohn guy, anyway?

February 20th - via: kickstarter.com
One of my faithful Backers does a podcast, and I  was invited to be interviewed: Here's the link:  https://anchor.fm/adam-f-collins/episodes/Interview-with-John-Kohn-eqlbtu   (Read More)

Only $7 away from reaching a 5th stretch goal of Backers getting to choose FIVE FREE PnP game files out of 15 prior campaigns

February 18th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

4th level of Stretch Goal reached [want to shoot for a 5th level?] - all Backers get to choose 4 (from a list of 15) prior PnP games

February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

Third Level of Stretch Goal Reached - THREE FREE PnP game files for all Backers to choose from 15 prior PnP games

February 15th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

Only ONE BACKER ($3) away from all Backers getting to choose THREE FREE PnP game files from the past out of 15 games

February 15th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

Only $14 away from the next BONUS tier: All Backers getting THREE FREE PnP game files of their choice from 15 prior PnP games

February 12th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

One loyal Backer put us over the top! $175 funding reached for all Backers to get TWO FREE PnP games of their choice

February 11th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

Only 2 Backers ($6) away from everyone getting 2 FREE PnP games from the past

February 10th - via: kickstarter.com
- $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $200 will get all Backers THREE FREE PnPs (of their choice), from prior campaigns -... (Read More)

We have passed the first incentive level and are halfway towards the second - for FREE PnP files from the past!

February 9th - via: kickstarter.com
At $166, the conditions for one FREE PnP file, from the past, has been exceeded and can the $175 goal be far behind?  - $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs (of... (Read More)

Here's the PLASTIC robot tokens PAINTED

February 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I like the job I did, and they will certainly replace the "Flat Stanley" PnP cutouts when I play the game in the future. Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but my pant job is an improvement over the raw plastic ones. All (present and future)... (Read More)

I gotta have it!

February 7th - via: kickstarter.com
I was soooo impressed with the quality of the printed PLASTIC robots, that I've placed an order for the polished Brass and polished Sterling Silver pair of robots from Shapeways.com.  The order will come in early March, so it'll be too late to be... (Read More)

The PLASTIC robot tokens have arrived early!

February 7th - via: kickstarter.com
With varying internal opaqueness, these "ugly ducklings" are solid, with very, very smooth surfaces.  All they need is a decent paint job to turn them into "swans." Are you up to the challenge? So far, two Backers are. Take a look: With two models... (Read More)

A middle ground alternative for robot tokens are on the way

February 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Right now, for robot tokens, Backers can either: (1) use the PnP cut outs; (2) print them from the provided .stl file or (3) allow me to have them printed on your behalf as either PLASTIC or METAL (Brass & Sterling Silver). I have ordered a punch... (Read More)

Coming Attractions....

February 5th - via: kickstarter.com
1. As mentioned earlier, I'm expecting the delivery of the two PLASTIC robots (Shapeways.com) this coming Monday (2/8/2021), and I'll post before/after painting photos. 2. Because of the generous backing so far, I have designed and ordered the... (Read More)

Backings are slowing down, so let's bring back that incentive of offering FREE PnP files from past KS games

February 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Something exciting to new Backers; a way to add to your collection for others, if the funding balance is one of the following: - $150 will get all Backers ONE FREE PnP (of their choice), from prior campaigns - $175 will get all Backers TWO FREE PnPs... (Read More)

Not too much longer....

February 4th - via: kickstarter.com
The plastic robot tokens I ordered from Shapeways.com are scheduled to arrive this coming Monday. Photos will be provided at that time.....  (Read More)

Oh là là - are FINE METAL tokens what you desire????

February 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I've placed a rewards tier that will not only get you the .pdf files and the .stl tokens file, but I'll also send the robot models out for manufacture on your behalf, and mail them to you upon their arrival. One (for red team) is BRASS (80% copper;... (Read More)

Campaign has been funded within the first 20 MINUTES!

February 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for all your support, and let's keep things rolling.  Within days, I should receive my professionally printed robot tokens, and I'll share photos: raw & painted.  (Read More)

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