Hey y'all,
I recently came up with an early version prototype for Confetti Castles and I need your help!
I am working on an idea that my wife initially had in mind, a game with confetti and secretive choices. After multiple brainstorm and playtest sessions, we are really close to finding the fun. Here is my attempt at an early "thematic" description. Tell me what you think...
THEME INTRO: "Welcome, chosen Crownkeeper. You are tasked as the Royal Crowns' Caretaker to protect the priceless Royal Crystals that rest on the crowns of the Royal Family and reign indescribably above all other sparkly, colorful things. Some say they hold powers beyond even the most daring imaginations.
You are here because there is talk of grave danger afoot within these castle walls and the Royal Family must escape the castle unseen until the threat is gone.
They have entrusted you to conceal their beloved Royal Crystals in the three highest castle towers. If any of these precious crystals were to fall into enemy hands, the kingdom would surely fall into darkness with them.
They say you have what it takes to save us all... Will you prove us right?"
GAME START: Confetti Castles begins with you, Crownkeeper, as you secretly hide the Royal Crystals on three castle towers. Choose wisely, the enemy spies are plotting their tower raids as we speak.
Once all crystals are hidden and plans are set, the screens are lifted and the towers are revealed. You may be rewarded for your valiant efforts, but so might your enemy.
Each turn, a new player is the Crownkeeper until all have had privilege of serving the crown once.
At the end of the round, You join together as Crownkeepers and welcome back the Royal Family as they host a Royal Ball in the honor of the Crownkeepers.
Now, all Crownskeepers are challenged to vie for their rightful place as the Head Crownkeeper, the most sought after position in all the kingdom, (other than the Royal Family, of course). You have one last chance to prove yourself worthy of this magnificent privilege.
Secretly choose the most glorious, confetti-like arrangement of Royal Crystals to present to Their Majesties as they request a new crown like no other. Fulfill their desires perfectly, or just better than all the others, and you will be handsomely rewarded as Head Crownskeeper and thus, win the game.
Long live the Crown, Long live Confetti Castles!
-Added Info-
So far, the game feels kinda like a mix of Mastermind played in a group, but with confetti colors!
-Details-
Player Count: 2-8 Players
Player Ages: 10+
Game Time: 5 Minutes per player
-Components-
Player Screens (2-8)
Confetti Colored, Large Crystals (6 different colors for hiding)
Confetti Colored, Small Crystals (6 different colors for popper)
Poker Chips (Stacked in 3 towers)
Confetti Popper (stores all Confetti Crystals for Royal Party at end game)
So that's all I have so far, without a quick pitch video... If you have any ideas, please feel free to share.