@Chris From the "Risks and challenges" section of the description... "(which we're addressing by working with our pals at Cards Against Humanity)"
Tim Crihfield 2015-01-22T13:46:55-05:00
If there isn't a mother fucking pterodactyl card in the NSFW deck I am going to be slightly upset.
Brian Benge 2015-01-22T13:46:58-05:00
Edit* Most funded project "percentage-wise" in Kickstarter history. Still awesome for you guys!
Chad Quinlan 2015-01-22T13:50:08-05:00
Maybe offer an Exploding Kittens poster?
Brett MacDonald 2015-01-22T13:59:43-05:00
@Chad. I'd prefer more cards over posters, calendars, shirts, etc. Likely cheaper for them to produce (since they're dealing with a card manufacturer anyway and cards are smaller) and more beneficial to the game itself.
I'd love to see a series of small themed expansions as SG. One could be zombie cats... japan themed cats... holiday cats... etc. Plenty of ideas (and I'm guessing the creators of this will have better ideas than anything I'd come up with). You could make some funny new exploding kitten cards off this too... like the cat that triggers the zombie apocalypse.... etc
RJ Moore 2015-01-22T14:01:26-05:00
Helix fossil card for asking for guidance? All hail the Helix fossil
+1 to Brett MacDonald's points -- holiday cats are also very cool. The cat that knocks over the christmas tree into a candle (POOF!), the cat that plays with fireworks on the fourth of July, and so on.
@Brett The idea of the kitten that triggers the zombie apocalypse sounds awesome...that could be interesting. Make it so that you have a certain number of rounds left, and whoever has 'X' wins the game. Where X is certain number of a card type, least defuses used, or something crazier.
Jason Powell 2015-01-22T14:07:03-05:00
My dog the paradox card that gathers up any and all played cards and cards in hand to shuffle them into the deck, but sorry if you already blew up your still not in the game
Eric 'Trinkets' Baumgarten 2015-01-22T14:09:05-05:00
You know, I think elan and the gang are missing an excellent opportunity to build off of this insanely fantastic start by not having more updates or conversing in the comments section here with all of us backers.
Michael Alan Ruemmler 2015-01-22T14:12:27-05:00
MATT- we are your zombified followers, you could probably sell us your used coffee grounds- but in a nice decorative something... maybe in one of your old mayonnaise jars ... we really do love you. OOO your mayonnaise jar.. double bonus!! We know if you did there'd still be something to laugh at. You make us happy.
James K 2015-01-22T14:14:02-05:00
@Eric,
I agree, but if I unexpectedly ended up with 3 million dollars and a HUGE production order to fill I would be on the phone with Lawyers, Bankers, Fulfillment and Supply Chain Specialists, etc. etc.
I would put money on my hunch that a lawyer has advised them not to state anything quite yet. Lots to sort out before promises can be made.
Just a hunch though, who knows for sure.
John "Collar Stay" Kelly 2015-01-22T14:14:42-05:00
I like the idea of the zombie apocalypse card, however, I think it would should be used to bring back everyone that died and reshuffle the deck.
MadMartigan 2015-01-22T14:19:13-05:00
Seriously, i do not understand why there is no communication - hardly any update, nor any participation to the KS thread - it is nor how kickstarters are usually ran. Especially successful ones, and that one is damn successful... Do they communicate somewhere else? If yes i'd appreciate if soleone could post the link to the forum or blog where they talk about this.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T14:19:40-05:00
@John Kelly
So... completely restart the game except for that one card?
They have to take care of overhead, payment of any employees, and the creation of the product as well first and foremost. All of that adds up quite quickly. Then they have to pay for shipping and handling. Planning how to take care of all of that takes a lot of time in and of itself.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T14:21:58-05:00
Also, guys, it's only been a few days and I'm sure all three of them are running around trying to figure out if there's better methods of fulfillment. I'm not saying communication isn't important, but they are likely doing things more relevant to this KS' success than answering the same questions about shipping prices over and over.
i.e. would you rather them be on the phone trying to figure out how to reduce shipping costs, or be on here telling us every ten minutes that they're looking in to it, but no promises.
John "Collar Stay" Kelly 2015-01-22T14:22:29-05:00
Correct, thus prolonging the relatively short game. I think they said it is only a 5-10min game.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T14:23:58-05:00
@John
I dunno, seems kind of superfluous. If you want a longer game, get two decks and remove a couple of exploders? Or just play twice. :)
Kristen Skinner 2015-01-22T14:24:34-05:00
I think Brett has it right, themed expansion packs. Tesla's cat irradiating Edison?
Rod "BaKhan" Mitchell 2015-01-22T14:26:11-05:00
@John, I like the idea of bringing back the "dead" players, however, why not have them as zombies, so if they get an exploding kitten they can share the love with their friends instead?
John "Collar Stay" Kelly 2015-01-22T14:26:14-05:00
True, but then why have a zombie apocalypse? They are the undead. The explosions work because they kill you.
Valentin Mihov 2015-01-22T14:26:58-05:00
When backing the project, should I include the shipping fee to the pledge or it will be charged separately?
John "Collar Stay" Kelly 2015-01-22T14:27:27-05:00
Or the undead players can "infect" another player with one or two of their cards.
Colin Wakefield 2015-01-22T14:28:10-05:00
Obviously these two must be included:
Jibbers Crabst: You have the power of god on your side, pick who goes next.
The Blerch: Your next opponent is lazy, draw 2 cards from the deck and give him one. Place the other at the bottom of the deck.
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T14:29:26-05:00
Let us all just take a breath of fresh air and relax. Updates will be coming, stretch goals to come etc. We have to remember that they likely didn't think that it would be getting this much funding this quickly. They have stuff to figure out now that it is so huge. It's going to be a great game.
JusticeBolt 2015-01-22T14:30:11-05:00
@ Valentin: Yes add the shipping.
JusticeBolt 2015-01-22T14:32:07-05:00
We got about 700k more in funding since the last stretch goal. I think that enough to get something like better cards quality or more cards already...
James Peltzer 2015-01-22T14:32:40-05:00
Oh! How about if the player that plays the "Zombie" card brings back one dead player and becomes attached to it?
If the zombie explodes (again), it takes its creator down with it.
Derek Ellingsworth 2015-01-22T14:32:47-05:00
The Shovel: Not just for backyard hot tubs anymore
Take a random card from another player; they replace it with the top card of the deck.
iwishiwascalledMojo 2015-01-22T14:35:52-05:00
At this level of funding I think you guys can send us each a real exploding kitten.
Jessie 2015-01-22T14:37:01-05:00
There should be a crazy card. "GATORADE ME BITCH!!" Gives you the ability to draw 2 cards from the deck. CAUSE "GATORADE ME BITCH!"
K. L. 2015-01-22T14:37:27-05:00
50k away from top 20!
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T14:39:19-05:00
@James
So a card that brings back another player (significantly reducing your chances of winning) in order to potentially eliminate yourself (and significantly reducing your chances of winning).
Trust me, I'm not trying to lambaste other ideas or anything, but in the end it's still a (maybe only somewhat) strategic card game. If a card does something bad, it has to be forced or packaged with something beneficial so it's a strategic decision. Otherwise the card might as well say "Well, you just wasted this draw, hold onto this card until the bitter end."
There can be a card that sends all cards back to the deck and redeals hands for those still alive. Something about time travel, or a Noah's Ark "You forgot the Unicorns!" kind of deal.
Chris 2015-01-22T14:41:06-05:00
9 Lives Card - (Illustration of Pin Cushion Cat?)
- Everyones Draws all attack cards on you.
- If it exceeds 9 - you die
- If Less than 9 - you live (and everyone is out their Attack cards)
Dynamics of the game change with the number of players.
Eric 'Trinkets' Baumgarten 2015-01-22T14:44:29-05:00
@Cal. I'm sure we have surpassed their expectation in backing amount and speed of said amount. Just a quick post once in a whIle only takes a few seconds. That would go a long way with developer/backer relations. We are so used to Goolge-ing and sharing information at a considerably fast rate that it seems off that there's only 3 updates in 2 days.
Not complaining, just saying there's a missed opportunity.
Chris 2015-01-22T14:46:02-05:00
@Brian,
What do you most funded percentage wise? based on over pledge goal?
where you getting the sats?
edward b 2015-01-22T14:48:10-05:00
@Eric Baumgarten what else do you need that hasn't been already explained on the page or video? You give them money, you get a game. Anything else is superfluous at this point.
Praise Jibbers.
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T14:49:36-05:00
@Eric. Valid point. Could be worse. We could have no updates. If that happen it would even bug me.
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T14:50:32-05:00
They seems to be posting on Twitter more than here. But not with any real updates.
John "Collar Stay" Kelly 2015-01-22T14:51:04-05:00
Eric A - I have to believe that there is very little strategy to this game considering that you can randomly draw one of 4 cards that will end your game. This isn't a Magic the Gathering, or WoW card game where you are mostly in control. It's just a fun random exploding cat game.
A little bit like old maid mixed with go fish and meth.
Eric 'Trinkets' Baumgarten 2015-01-22T14:53:41-05:00
@Edward b There is a whole feeling if pride and accomplishment with backing projects. On the face of it, it may be a $ for goods transaction, but due to this format, it's more than that. It's a group of people gathered together to help with the bringing to life a creators idea. And we're all a part of that. It's a community, not cashier vs shopper.
Dan Bates 2015-01-22T14:54:57-05:00
Over 70,000 decks paid for so far... just a tad above the 1000 initialed ordered for printing!
JusticeBolt 2015-01-22T14:56:25-05:00
@Dan: There is more than 70k deck. I'm sure a lot of people take 2 decks for 2-8 players.. Like me. :)
@Dan: That number doesn't include the multiples people are pledging for. So it could be a lot higher(last calc I did was $300,000 roughly of extra pledges...and that was ~1 hour ago)
James Peltzer 2015-01-22T15:00:44-05:00
@Evan Yes. The Zombie would be an undesirable card - either a forced play or something you can use to damage another player.
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:00:48-05:00
I might add a 2nd deck near the end of the project.
Epic Leather 2015-01-22T15:01:02-05:00
And plans for addions? Like foil cards, plushies, figures, future expansion packs, buttons, stickers, ect.
James Peltzer 2015-01-22T15:01:56-05:00
* @Eric
Ahmed Abdalla 2015-01-22T15:02:48-05:00
Can we get a plastic cat mini as a stretch goal?? Or mini's for other characters??
Kidding :), a nice box to hold all the decks would be nice though.
Thomas Hogan 2015-01-22T15:03:05-05:00
Can one of the exploding kitten cards provide collateral damage that would destroy one other players hand? Just an idea.
Anthony Terragna 2015-01-22T15:03:20-05:00
Patience is the key to success. Guys, let them handle the overwhelming stress of organizing an extremely successful campaign. This is not Kickswitter. We don't need updates every five minutes telling everyone how a cup of coffee this morning flew across the table rushing for paperwork on paying everything off, producing the product for fulfillment of nearly 70K people, and this isn't including tax forms. Chill.
Ahmed Abdalla 2015-01-22T15:03:26-05:00
Or some high quality sleeves for the cards, since most will be sleeving them anyway.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T15:04:49-05:00
@Ahmed
That'd actually be really bad-ass, an Exploding Kittens logo sleeve set.
Eric 'Trinkets' Baumgarten 2015-01-22T15:05:10-05:00
@Ahmed how about a card box that holds all the cards WHILE sleeved!
@Anthony: Not to mention we have 28 days for them to figure out other add-ons and SGs for this. Patience is key at this point(though a TARDIS to be able to play now would be good....)
Ahmed Abdalla 2015-01-22T15:09:48-05:00
Exploding kittens logo sleeves would be sweet!!!
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:10:27-05:00
@Owen how about an exploding TADIS card! haha
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:10:44-05:00
@Cal: With an 11th Doctor Kitten? Fez and Bow Tie included? Allows you to "save" someone eho exploded if you so choose...and make it so they can't defuse a kitten from the past 5min.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T15:13:02-05:00
They'd have to give us extra sleeves though since some will tear. If getting 56 * 2 cards (assuming the NSFW will be expanded to a full deck size) then we'd need probably 120 sleeves. And yes a nice box to hold a sleeved deck in. ;)
That would be a fantastic SG!!
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:15:52-05:00
Better yet...forget just the TARDIS/Doctor cards...a full Doctor Who themed deck would be awesome...I would jump all over that like a kitten on a grenade...or yarn...your pick.
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:16:43-05:00
@Owen both ideas are kickass.
K. L. 2015-01-22T15:17:22-05:00
@Eric Aschner
But then I'd need bigger, plain sleeves to protect the Exploding Kitten logo sleeves :/
"@Ahmed
That'd actually be really bad-ass, an Exploding Kittens logo sleeve set."
JusticeBolt 2015-01-22T15:24:06-05:00
What about plastic cards or better cards quality? If sleeves are not a possibility I want this. And of course I want 56 cards for the NSFW deck. :D
I agree with plastic cards, this game is bound to be played while people are eating/drinking...so some way other than just the sleeves to protect them would be nice.
Kevin O'Rourke 2015-01-22T15:27:29-05:00
You asked for suggestions on favorite characters for the NSFW expansion deck, so... Jibbers Crabst. Please!!! :)
abs0lutecha0s 2015-01-22T15:28:55-05:00
I too say the cards should be make of plastic.
GK 2015-01-22T15:31:00-05:00
No plastic cards please.
Scott Paulsen 2015-01-22T15:32:20-05:00
Plastic would be nice!
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T15:32:45-05:00
@K.L.
The sleeve sleeves should be a KS exclusive with a brand new Oatmeal drawing on them! They'd be super collectible.
Hmmm... but how to play with them and keep them safe?? :/
@Eric
I think people would just keep those sleeves on one deck for decoration/collectability. Or just keep them in their original package to say they have mint sleeves from the campaign.
Dave Rickett 2015-01-22T15:37:34-05:00
Please include a Flying Spaghetti Monster card!!!
Eric 'Trinkets' Baumgarten 2015-01-22T15:38:21-05:00
Sleeves for the collector sleeves?
Travis 2015-01-22T15:38:45-05:00
No plastic cards. What is wrong with people? What are we all 5 years old? We can't play a card game without pouring beer over everything?
Sebastian Strömberg 2015-01-22T15:39:50-05:00
No Travis, some people can't and accidents do happen.
Plastic cards please, or at least some form of liquid resistance.
B 2015-01-22T15:39:51-05:00
@Travis Unfortunately, yes, that is what everyone is implying.
Elan Lee 2015-01-22T15:40:16-05:00
Sorry for the radio silence, humans (and cats) (and sometimes goats)!
We're hard at work catching up to the 70k+ combustible kittens that have to be coaxed into their boxes. We have another update coming at you shortly, so get ready for your eyes to melt out of your head!
Check our Twitter for more frequent mini updates: @gameofkittens
I know there are a limited number of select few people getting custom cards that will be sent out (which makes sense because that could easily get out of hand quickly), but what about a/one card that's just KS exclusive? Also, is there room for consideration to just make the NSFW deck capable of functioning as a standalone deck? It's already up to 40 cards, could a further stretch goal be able to push it the rest of the way within reason?
Jason Powell 2015-01-22T15:40:42-05:00
stainless steal cards because plastic cards are too plasticy... just use regular cards
GK 2015-01-22T15:41:31-05:00
No plastic unless you're talking maybe cellulose acetate like KEM playing cards, those have a nice feel. But even then I think it's a bit derpy.
Grzegorz Stępnik 2015-01-22T15:42:24-05:00
Does players have to show to others what cards they draw from deck each turn?
If they do then what about secret cards? Do I have to each time show them to others?
Otherwise players could cheat that they didn't draw exploding kitten card.
Any ideas?
Make a stretch goal to add 1 special card to the Kid friendly ONLY deck.
I also like the idea of having a KS only card included in the NSFW set too.
Ozzie Orlowski 2015-01-22T15:48:02-05:00
I'm In the UK, I've ordered 2 x $35.00 boxes of cards. Do I need to increase postage from $15.00 to $30.00, or to some other rate?
Cal "Blackhawk" Rasmussen 2015-01-22T15:48:08-05:00
@Elan Thanks for the mini update!
Chris 2015-01-22T15:48:44-05:00
SG - suggestion
Rather than add more to the NSFW pack, make a New expansion pack that we can buy...
Some pointed out that they or are buying a second pack so they can have a larger deck, but I'd rather buy add ons... not of the same thing.
Eric 'Tchotchke' Aschner 2015-01-22T15:50:24-05:00
According to the front page, the NSFW deck is already a KS exclusive. No need to add an exclusive card to it. :) So go ahead and spend $105 and get three. ;)
John N. Flores 2015-01-22T15:52:16-05:00
I just backed this project. Looks like it's going to be a hell of a ride and I just wanted to take part in it.....and blow up some kittens!
@Eric I will probably get 3 as well. one will remain unopened, one will will be used heavily and the last one will be a backup in case anything happens to the cards.
Most funded project in Kickstarter history!
@Chris From the "Risks and challenges" section of the description... "(which we're addressing by working with our pals at Cards Against Humanity)"
If there isn't a mother fucking pterodactyl card in the NSFW deck I am going to be slightly upset.
Edit* Most funded project "percentage-wise" in Kickstarter history. Still awesome for you guys!
Maybe offer an Exploding Kittens poster?
@Chad. I'd prefer more cards over posters, calendars, shirts, etc. Likely cheaper for them to produce (since they're dealing with a card manufacturer anyway and cards are smaller) and more beneficial to the game itself.
I'd love to see a series of small themed expansions as SG. One could be zombie cats... japan themed cats... holiday cats... etc. Plenty of ideas (and I'm guessing the creators of this will have better ideas than anything I'd come up with). You could make some funny new exploding kitten cards off this too... like the cat that triggers the zombie apocalypse.... etc
Helix fossil card for asking for guidance? All hail the Helix fossil
+1 to Brett MacDonald's points -- holiday cats are also very cool. The cat that knocks over the christmas tree into a candle (POOF!), the cat that plays with fireworks on the fourth of July, and so on.
@Brett The idea of the kitten that triggers the zombie apocalypse sounds awesome...that could be interesting. Make it so that you have a certain number of rounds left, and whoever has 'X' wins the game. Where X is certain number of a card type, least defuses used, or something crazier.
My dog the paradox card that gathers up any and all played cards and cards in hand to shuffle them into the deck, but sorry if you already blew up your still not in the game
You know, I think elan and the gang are missing an excellent opportunity to build off of this insanely fantastic start by not having more updates or conversing in the comments section here with all of us backers.
MATT- we are your zombified followers, you could probably sell us your used coffee grounds- but in a nice decorative something... maybe in one of your old mayonnaise jars ... we really do love you. OOO your mayonnaise jar.. double bonus!! We know if you did there'd still be something to laugh at. You make us happy.
@Eric,
I agree, but if I unexpectedly ended up with 3 million dollars and a HUGE production order to fill I would be on the phone with Lawyers, Bankers, Fulfillment and Supply Chain Specialists, etc. etc.
I would put money on my hunch that a lawyer has advised them not to state anything quite yet. Lots to sort out before promises can be made.
Just a hunch though, who knows for sure.
I like the idea of the zombie apocalypse card, however, I think it would should be used to bring back everyone that died and reshuffle the deck.
Seriously, i do not understand why there is no communication - hardly any update, nor any participation to the KS thread - it is nor how kickstarters are usually ran. Especially successful ones, and that one is damn successful... Do they communicate somewhere else? If yes i'd appreciate if soleone could post the link to the forum or blog where they talk about this.
@John Kelly
So... completely restart the game except for that one card?
They have to take care of overhead, payment of any employees, and the creation of the product as well first and foremost. All of that adds up quite quickly. Then they have to pay for shipping and handling. Planning how to take care of all of that takes a lot of time in and of itself.
Also, guys, it's only been a few days and I'm sure all three of them are running around trying to figure out if there's better methods of fulfillment. I'm not saying communication isn't important, but they are likely doing things more relevant to this KS' success than answering the same questions about shipping prices over and over.
i.e. would you rather them be on the phone trying to figure out how to reduce shipping costs, or be on here telling us every ten minutes that they're looking in to it, but no promises.
Correct, thus prolonging the relatively short game. I think they said it is only a 5-10min game.
@John
I dunno, seems kind of superfluous. If you want a longer game, get two decks and remove a couple of exploders? Or just play twice. :)
I think Brett has it right, themed expansion packs. Tesla's cat irradiating Edison?
@John, I like the idea of bringing back the "dead" players, however, why not have them as zombies, so if they get an exploding kitten they can share the love with their friends instead?
True, but then why have a zombie apocalypse? They are the undead. The explosions work because they kill you.
When backing the project, should I include the shipping fee to the pledge or it will be charged separately?
Or the undead players can "infect" another player with one or two of their cards.
Obviously these two must be included:
Jibbers Crabst: You have the power of god on your side, pick who goes next.
The Blerch: Your next opponent is lazy, draw 2 cards from the deck and give him one. Place the other at the bottom of the deck.
Let us all just take a breath of fresh air and relax. Updates will be coming, stretch goals to come etc. We have to remember that they likely didn't think that it would be getting this much funding this quickly. They have stuff to figure out now that it is so huge. It's going to be a great game.
@ Valentin: Yes add the shipping.
We got about 700k more in funding since the last stretch goal. I think that enough to get something like better cards quality or more cards already...
Oh! How about if the player that plays the "Zombie" card brings back one dead player and becomes attached to it?
If the zombie explodes (again), it takes its creator down with it.
The Shovel: Not just for backyard hot tubs anymore
Take a random card from another player; they replace it with the top card of the deck.
At this level of funding I think you guys can send us each a real exploding kitten.
There should be a crazy card. "GATORADE ME BITCH!!" Gives you the ability to draw 2 cards from the deck. CAUSE "GATORADE ME BITCH!"
50k away from top 20!
@James
So a card that brings back another player (significantly reducing your chances of winning) in order to potentially eliminate yourself (and significantly reducing your chances of winning).
Trust me, I'm not trying to lambaste other ideas or anything, but in the end it's still a (maybe only somewhat) strategic card game. If a card does something bad, it has to be forced or packaged with something beneficial so it's a strategic decision. Otherwise the card might as well say "Well, you just wasted this draw, hold onto this card until the bitter end."
There can be a card that sends all cards back to the deck and redeals hands for those still alive. Something about time travel, or a Noah's Ark "You forgot the Unicorns!" kind of deal.
9 Lives Card - (Illustration of Pin Cushion Cat?)
- Everyones Draws all attack cards on you.
- If it exceeds 9 - you die
- If Less than 9 - you live (and everyone is out their Attack cards)
Dynamics of the game change with the number of players.
@Cal. I'm sure we have surpassed their expectation in backing amount and speed of said amount. Just a quick post once in a whIle only takes a few seconds. That would go a long way with developer/backer relations. We are so used to Goolge-ing and sharing information at a considerably fast rate that it seems off that there's only 3 updates in 2 days.
Not complaining, just saying there's a missed opportunity.
@Brian,
What do you most funded percentage wise? based on over pledge goal?
where you getting the sats?
@Eric Baumgarten what else do you need that hasn't been already explained on the page or video? You give them money, you get a game. Anything else is superfluous at this point.
Praise Jibbers.
@Eric. Valid point. Could be worse. We could have no updates. If that happen it would even bug me.
They seems to be posting on Twitter more than here. But not with any real updates.
Eric A - I have to believe that there is very little strategy to this game considering that you can randomly draw one of 4 cards that will end your game. This isn't a Magic the Gathering, or WoW card game where you are mostly in control. It's just a fun random exploding cat game.
A little bit like old maid mixed with go fish and meth.
@Edward b There is a whole feeling if pride and accomplishment with backing projects. On the face of it, it may be a $ for goods transaction, but due to this format, it's more than that. It's a group of people gathered together to help with the bringing to life a creators idea. And we're all a part of that. It's a community, not cashier vs shopper.
Over 70,000 decks paid for so far... just a tad above the 1000 initialed ordered for printing!
@Dan: There is more than 70k deck. I'm sure a lot of people take 2 decks for 2-8 players.. Like me. :)
@Dan: That number doesn't include the multiples people are pledging for. So it could be a lot higher(last calc I did was $300,000 roughly of extra pledges...and that was ~1 hour ago)
@Evan Yes. The Zombie would be an undesirable card - either a forced play or something you can use to damage another player.
I might add a 2nd deck near the end of the project.
And plans for addions? Like foil cards, plushies, figures, future expansion packs, buttons, stickers, ect.
* @Eric
Can we get a plastic cat mini as a stretch goal?? Or mini's for other characters??
Kidding :), a nice box to hold all the decks would be nice though.
Can one of the exploding kitten cards provide collateral damage that would destroy one other players hand? Just an idea.
Patience is the key to success. Guys, let them handle the overwhelming stress of organizing an extremely successful campaign. This is not Kickswitter. We don't need updates every five minutes telling everyone how a cup of coffee this morning flew across the table rushing for paperwork on paying everything off, producing the product for fulfillment of nearly 70K people, and this isn't including tax forms. Chill.
Or some high quality sleeves for the cards, since most will be sleeving them anyway.
@Ahmed
That'd actually be really bad-ass, an Exploding Kittens logo sleeve set.
@Ahmed how about a card box that holds all the cards WHILE sleeved!
@Anthony: Not to mention we have 28 days for them to figure out other add-ons and SGs for this. Patience is key at this point(though a TARDIS to be able to play now would be good....)
Exploding kittens logo sleeves would be sweet!!!
@Owen how about an exploding TADIS card! haha
*TARDIS
@Cal: With an 11th Doctor Kitten? Fez and Bow Tie included? Allows you to "save" someone eho exploded if you so choose...and make it so they can't defuse a kitten from the past 5min.
*who...not eho
They'd have to give us extra sleeves though since some will tear. If getting 56 * 2 cards (assuming the NSFW will be expanded to a full deck size) then we'd need probably 120 sleeves. And yes a nice box to hold a sleeved deck in. ;)
That would be a fantastic SG!!
@Owen. Love it!
Better yet...forget just the TARDIS/Doctor cards...a full Doctor Who themed deck would be awesome...I would jump all over that like a kitten on a grenade...or yarn...your pick.
@Owen both ideas are kickass.
@Eric Aschner
But then I'd need bigger, plain sleeves to protect the Exploding Kitten logo sleeves :/
"@Ahmed
That'd actually be really bad-ass, an Exploding Kittens logo sleeve set."
What about plastic cards or better cards quality? If sleeves are not a possibility I want this. And of course I want 56 cards for the NSFW deck. :D
I agree with plastic cards, this game is bound to be played while people are eating/drinking...so some way other than just the sleeves to protect them would be nice.
You asked for suggestions on favorite characters for the NSFW expansion deck, so... Jibbers Crabst. Please!!! :)
I too say the cards should be make of plastic.
No plastic cards please.
Plastic would be nice!
@K.L.
The sleeve sleeves should be a KS exclusive with a brand new Oatmeal drawing on them! They'd be super collectible.
Hmmm... but how to play with them and keep them safe?? :/
+1 on the plastic cards.
@Eric
I think people would just keep those sleeves on one deck for decoration/collectability. Or just keep them in their original package to say they have mint sleeves from the campaign.
Please include a Flying Spaghetti Monster card!!!
Sleeves for the collector sleeves?
No plastic cards. What is wrong with people? What are we all 5 years old? We can't play a card game without pouring beer over everything?
No Travis, some people can't and accidents do happen.
Plastic cards please, or at least some form of liquid resistance.
@Travis Unfortunately, yes, that is what everyone is implying.
Sorry for the radio silence, humans (and cats) (and sometimes goats)!
We're hard at work catching up to the 70k+ combustible kittens that have to be coaxed into their boxes. We have another update coming at you shortly, so get ready for your eyes to melt out of your head!
Check our Twitter for more frequent mini updates: @gameofkittens
I know there are a limited number of select few people getting custom cards that will be sent out (which makes sense because that could easily get out of hand quickly), but what about a/one card that's just KS exclusive? Also, is there room for consideration to just make the NSFW deck capable of functioning as a standalone deck? It's already up to 40 cards, could a further stretch goal be able to push it the rest of the way within reason?
stainless steal cards because plastic cards are too plasticy... just use regular cards
No plastic unless you're talking maybe cellulose acetate like KEM playing cards, those have a nice feel. But even then I think it's a bit derpy.
Does players have to show to others what cards they draw from deck each turn?
If they do then what about secret cards? Do I have to each time show them to others?
Otherwise players could cheat that they didn't draw exploding kitten card.
Any ideas?
Aaaaaand 70,000 backers! Truly awe inspiring. :P
@Elan - want to drive people crazy?
Make a stretch goal to add 1 special card to the Kid friendly ONLY deck.
I also like the idea of having a KS only card included in the NSFW set too.
I'm In the UK, I've ordered 2 x $35.00 boxes of cards. Do I need to increase postage from $15.00 to $30.00, or to some other rate?
@Elan Thanks for the mini update!
SG - suggestion
Rather than add more to the NSFW pack, make a New expansion pack that we can buy...
Some pointed out that they or are buying a second pack so they can have a larger deck, but I'd rather buy add ons... not of the same thing.
According to the front page, the NSFW deck is already a KS exclusive. No need to add an exclusive card to it. :) So go ahead and spend $105 and get three. ;)
I just backed this project. Looks like it's going to be a hell of a ride and I just wanted to take part in it.....and blow up some kittens!
@Eric I will probably get 3 as well. one will remain unopened, one will will be used heavily and the last one will be a backup in case anything happens to the cards.
@ElanLee : double thanks fpr this answer
@Ozzie: Just add 15$ for now.
I meant for the exclusive card for the Kid Friendly deck, and the consideration for full deck for the NSFW.
According to their twitter they may not be selling it in stores. So the whole thing may be a KS exclusive.