The Ancient World

A project in Sandy, UT by Ryan Laukat
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Fight rampaging titans and build a powerful civilization in an ancient, mythological world.
Backers: 918
Average Pledge Per Backer: $53

Funded: $49,024 of $15,000
Dates: Mar 6th -> Apr 3rd (28 days)
Project By: Ryan Laukat
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Latest News

We did it!

April 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Funding is complete and we will be able to print The Ancient World!  High fives all around! It was really exciting to see so many new backers in these last two days, and the amazing race toward our 50K goal, custom dice!  I did some last minute... (Read More)

Two Days!

April 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Only two days remain in The Ancient World Kickstarter campaign.  I want to welcome all new backers, and thank everyone for supporting the project and making it a reality! I think it's totally possible for us to reach the 50K stretch goal and get... (Read More)

Custom Dice

March 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! We're getting close to the end of funding.  Many people have been asking about getting custom dice in the game, and I'm happy to say that it is our $50,000 stretch goal!  I do not have pictures yet, but I can let you know they will... (Read More)

Game Buzz: Kickstarter Blitz #3

March 28th - via: boardsandbees.wordpress.com
Time for another Kickstarter blitz. There’s a bunch to get through today, so let’s go. (Read More)

Updated Board

March 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Ancient Worlders! For the last few days I've been updating the board and working on the new rulebook.  The board is now simpler and uses some new iconography.  I just uploaded it to boardgamegeek, and you can see it here.  Also, I've added... (Read More)

Finish Line in Sight

March 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Greetings Backers of The Ancient World! First, I just want to thank everyone for their enthusiasm and for spreading the word about the game.  We've got roughly one week left, and it looks like we're about to reach our $30,000 stretch goal. I've... (Read More)

Interview and Article

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello backers! I'm currently at The GAMA Trade Show in Las Vegas. If any of you happen to be there, be sure to stop by our booth and say hi. The show has been keeping me pretty busy, but I wanted to write a quick update to tell you about a few... (Read More)

Funded!

March 10th - via: kickstarter.com
In three days we reached our funding goal.  Thank you everyone for your outpouring of support!  It's going to be very exciting to get this game printed. If you haven't had a chance to thumb the cover, it's a great way to help people hear about the... (Read More)

Eight Minute Empire Designer Announces The Ancient World

March 10th - via: escapistmagazine.com
The beautiful looking game will hybridize city building tableau with worker placement. (Read More)

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