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Santeria64
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Alright, so me and some of my friends had this idea, and it's really cool. I don't want to give too much about it away, but suffice it to say that if it goes as well as our first test run of the idea than you'll all know what it is by the end of PAX. The point of the concept is that you don't really know much about it till you've been brought in by someone else, so I don't want to give too much away, but I'll give you the long and short of it.
1. It's called "Putpocket".
2. It's a in-world/on-the-web based referral type game.
(You can probably get most of the idea from those two statements right there)
While our original plan was to start it in Portland, we decided that we needed a testing platform, and that PAX would be the perfect place. However, since I'm only going up with two of my friends, we need a few more people to help start the chain at PAX. We're hoping the game will go live September 1st, and anyone that helps us out will be rewarded very graciously with prestigious coded prizes and such. Those of you who help us out, should you decide to bring the game home with you (the website will be far-spread) will be given special titles as well. I'll give the details and the web address (It's not www.putpocket.org, we wanted that and couldn't get it) to those 3 or 4 that help us. It really is a cool concept, but it's on a first come first serve basis, so if you want to help us out you'd better sign up quick. I'll let those of you who I've chosen via PM all the details (and I'll give them to any worrisome moderator or enforcer who wants to make sure it's all legit) and the web address that you'll need, as well as tell you where you can meet us on the first day, and give you a code so that we know it's actually you. Yes, I know this sounds a little complicated now, but trust me, it will be worth it.
Anyway, it really is a lot of fun, and even if you don't get to sign up and help us out, chances are you'll get brought into the game at some point over the weekend. Here are the final requirements of those helping.
1. You must be staying for all three days of PAX.
2. We would prefer people who are pre-regged, as it means you get on the floor earlier.
3. You SHOULD be 13, this is at my discretion, if you seem really mature, I might consider it.
4. You must be a responsible thinker and inspired action-taker (Don't be stupid)
5. You have to either have a computer that you're bringing with you with a connection to the internet (BYOC or Laptop, doesn't matter.)
Also, this game isn't all time-consuming. It takes a few seconds to complete the action, and you only do it when you feel like it, although we would like people who are pretty interested in it.
Thanks again to everyone, post underneath here with your age and hometown to apply.
[UPDATE]: Alright, because of so much bitching about people getting too close to other peoples' pockets, we're discussing new alternatives to giving codes to other people rather than just handing them out. Stickers have also been ruled out due to the fact that they can get stuck to other things and get us in trouble.
STOP TALKING ABOUT THIS BEING A BAD IDEA. WE HAVE BEEN OVER THIS, WE KNOW YOU'RE GOING TO BREAK FINGERS OR WHATEVER. IF YOU GIVE ME A WINNING SUGGESTION YOU MIGHT GET SOME KIND OF PRIZE (T-SHIRT, HAT, SODA, SOMETHING) FOR HELPING US OUT! BUT IF YOU ALSO INCLUDE IN YOUR POST OR AFTER MY POST AT THE OTHER END OF THIS THREAD ABOUT HOW BAD OF AN IDEA THIS IS, AND WE USE YOUR IDEA, YOU DON'T GET A PRIZE.
1. It's called "Putpocket".
2. It's a in-world/on-the-web based referral type game.
(You can probably get most of the idea from those two statements right there)
While our original plan was to start it in Portland, we decided that we needed a testing platform, and that PAX would be the perfect place. However, since I'm only going up with two of my friends, we need a few more people to help start the chain at PAX. We're hoping the game will go live September 1st, and anyone that helps us out will be rewarded very graciously with prestigious coded prizes and such. Those of you who help us out, should you decide to bring the game home with you (the website will be far-spread) will be given special titles as well. I'll give the details and the web address (It's not www.putpocket.org, we wanted that and couldn't get it) to those 3 or 4 that help us. It really is a cool concept, but it's on a first come first serve basis, so if you want to help us out you'd better sign up quick. I'll let those of you who I've chosen via PM all the details (and I'll give them to any worrisome moderator or enforcer who wants to make sure it's all legit) and the web address that you'll need, as well as tell you where you can meet us on the first day, and give you a code so that we know it's actually you. Yes, I know this sounds a little complicated now, but trust me, it will be worth it.
Anyway, it really is a lot of fun, and even if you don't get to sign up and help us out, chances are you'll get brought into the game at some point over the weekend. Here are the final requirements of those helping.
1. You must be staying for all three days of PAX.
2. We would prefer people who are pre-regged, as it means you get on the floor earlier.
3. You SHOULD be 13, this is at my discretion, if you seem really mature, I might consider it.
4. You must be a responsible thinker and inspired action-taker (Don't be stupid)
5. You have to either have a computer that you're bringing with you with a connection to the internet (BYOC or Laptop, doesn't matter.)
Also, this game isn't all time-consuming. It takes a few seconds to complete the action, and you only do it when you feel like it, although we would like people who are pretty interested in it.
Thanks again to everyone, post underneath here with your age and hometown to apply.
[UPDATE]: Alright, because of so much bitching about people getting too close to other peoples' pockets, we're discussing new alternatives to giving codes to other people rather than just handing them out. Stickers have also been ruled out due to the fact that they can get stuck to other things and get us in trouble.
STOP TALKING ABOUT THIS BEING A BAD IDEA. WE HAVE BEEN OVER THIS, WE KNOW YOU'RE GOING TO BREAK FINGERS OR WHATEVER. IF YOU GIVE ME A WINNING SUGGESTION YOU MIGHT GET SOME KIND OF PRIZE (T-SHIRT, HAT, SODA, SOMETHING) FOR HELPING US OUT! BUT IF YOU ALSO INCLUDE IN YOUR POST OR AFTER MY POST AT THE OTHER END OF THIS THREAD ABOUT HOW BAD OF AN IDEA THIS IS, AND WE USE YOUR IDEA, YOU DON'T GET A PRIZE.
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Now, I'm assuming from your posts that you'd rather be brought into the game rather than start it? That's fine too, but the way we got it to work well is that you bring in your friend, who brings in someone else they know, who brings in someone they know. It ends up being more of a "Who can put the game object in their buddy's pocket" rather than "Stick stuff in random pockets". It also works with bags, backpacks, shopping carts, or, if you're feeling particularly suave, in a computer (Only your friends computer though, don't just go around popping open random computers).
This isn't some idea that popped into my head and I posted it right away, by the way. This is 3 weeks work by 4 dedicated people and 26 minor contributors. There's also more of an aspect to it than "Put stuff in people's pockets". That's why there is a website, and why you need a computer with internet access. If you wanna try to see what it's like sticking something in someone else's pocket, write "You've been putpocketed by [Your Name Here]" on a small piece of paper, roll it up, and try to stick it in your buddy's pocket. I think you'll find that unless your friend is an annoying prick, he'll make his own and play with you. That's the basis of the game. If you guys really want to know more about it I can tell you, but I personally think it would be more fun if you found a putpocket in your pocket and you got to investigate it yourself.
I was going to have 16 as the age, but I know when I hate being discriminated against because I'm too young for fun stuff like this. I figured 13 is the youngest anyone would be hanging out with their friends at PAX.
Also, BigRed, we thought about this when we first thought up the concept of the game, since there is a long and lengthy story that goes along with the creation of the idea leading up to its modern form. However, after you get your first putpocket, you become so paranoid about getting another that you constantly watch your pockets. During our test run, my friend actually saved some of his stuff being pickpocketed because he thought someone ewas putpocketing him.
Sl1pstream, If you wanna play it barely takes any time at all. Especially if you're going with friends or you'll know people there. The game is surprisingly unobtrusive, and the only side effect is that you pay extra attention to your pockets, and sometimes you have an urge to stick a putpocket in a slightly open pocket.
Anyway, should I just make a general release of the rules? I'm kinda reluctant to, especially because we're going to make a video on how to putpocket people that should be on youtube sometime in the near future, which should explain everything. I think I'll just wait for the video, and until then you can let your curiosity grow or whatever it is that curiosity does.
1) Nobody will be getting into anybody elses' computers at PAX.
2) This still just sounds like a bad idea. Not even 1% of attendees read the forums so if theres people going around putting their hands near peoples pockets it sounds like a good way to get your face adjusted or piss people off.
I certinally wouldn't want someone reaching for my pockets, id have a few choice words for said person.
This sounds okay if its between a group of friends at less of a hectic event than PAX, but Dont go around doing this to random people, noting good can come from that.
that way girls with nice butts in skirts without pockets don't get left out
That's why companies give you free shirts at PAX.
Your liable to have a crushed hand if you reach into my pocket.
I can wear a shirt. I can not wear a sticker. Shirt > Sticker.
I can say with all due certainty that if I see someone reaching into someone else's pocket, I will most likely make every due attempt to dissuade this, because it's going to look like pickpocketing, and I am not going to assume that every person reaching into someone's pocket is playing this game.
I would highly recommend against doing anything that involves reaching into someone else's personal storage space.
[10:24] * @BigRed-Worky cums the water
[12:32] <+prox> lawl you kickbanned me so hard my client crashed
Sorry but this sounds like a bad idea in a place like PAX
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Not to mention the likelihood of a sexual assault charge.
I repeat, bad idea.
But, then again, this is just me. Someone whom would likely break your knees for sticking your fingers near my danglies. And I say that just as a guy with a really vicious roundhouse, nothing more or implied.
Update soon.
Also, did people object to the idea of stickers?
Also, for all the unfortunate kids under 13 who aren't able to play I'll be handing out free candy from the van behind the convention center on Friday and Saturday night.
AM I THE ONLY ONE?
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I think it's a bad idea in any scenario, personally, but that's just me.
That said, stickers are also a bad idea, lest someone take those said stickers and attach them to something inanimate, say, a window. We like the WSCTC and want to keep coming back.
You may need to retool the game a bit. Might I suggest you take a look at the previously published game Killer: The Assassination Game for inspiration? They do have a convention ruleset that might be applicable to your concepts.
Just be sure to let us know about event stuffage prior, because, do remember... No Nerf at PAX.
This has been a message from the letters A, S, Q and the number 435.
Just sayin'.
Hey lets go, this guy seems legit.
if someone puts their hand in my pocket I will break their neck
I make costumes.
enforcers are hard then. must be why they call them enforcers
Last time I was in vegas I caught some guy trying to pickpocket me, first instinct is to turn around swinging my fist. I think i hit the bottom-back of his neck before he ran.