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Zodiac War - An Astrology and Tarot Themed Board Game

Created by Paul Starr

Zodiac War is a fast-paced game for 1 to 5 players, true to the principles of both modern astrology and tarot.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Zodiac War: January Sale Ending
about 1 year ago – Wed, Jan 25, 2023 at 09:52:18 AM

Yes, it's true... it's nearly the end of January already, which means my January sale will be ending.

If you or a friend planned to snag a bargain, Zodiac War is available for just $20 here on Etsy. Alas, the sale is only available in the USA due to crazy overseas shipping prices.

Cheers, Paul

Special 2023 Offer
about 1 year ago – Fri, Jan 06, 2023 at 07:46:16 PM

Happy New Year

I've been quiet for a while, but I just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year and I hope you are enjoying playing Zodiac War.

I still have some games left and I'm looking to clear my stock. Therefore, I have started a shop in Etsy here...  Etsy New Year Sale. I have initiated a coupon for all previous backers to save 50% on the price. The coupon code is imaginatively NEWYEARSALE. Plus... I am offering a free pack of tarot sized card sleeves to the first 25 orders.

The nice thing about Etsy is the shipping prices are subsidized and based on your address, and it's a pass through charge when you order. I am presently able to sell to USA and Canada. I can also mail to other places in the world, but postage rates from USA can be quite high, and I need to pass those costs to you. If you are interested email me at [email protected] with your country of residence if you aren't in USA or Canada and I will open up Etsy to see what they charge.

Here's wishing you all a splendid 2023.

Regards, Paul Starr

Campaign Officially Ends
almost 2 years ago – Mon, May 09, 2022 at 01:49:37 AM

Campaign Ends

It's been a while since I've been in touch, but I can officially confirm that Zodiac War campaign is complete. It has been quite a journey.  I have been dealing with various loose ends to close the campaign and, as far as I am aware, all bills and taxes are paid, all backers have received their game(s) and most of you have played it. Big, big thanks to those of you who have reviewed Zodiac War on Board Game Geek, which really puts a marker down that Zodiac War is real and out there in the board game community. When I see positive comments like those I realize what a major achievement this was for me. I cannot thank you enough for backing my project and making it a reality.

Unsold Copies

I ordered extra copies during manufacture to ensure damages were minimized and I was able to provide spare components to correct any errors in manufacture. I have been responsive and attentive to any concerns regarding damaged components or missing parts, and hopefully you are all happy with the quality of the game provided. All remaining copies of the game are available for sale in the USA only and can be ordered on the Backerkit Pre-Order page or on Board Game Geek. I cannot afford to ship internationally due to astronomical (pun intended) shipping costs. .. during the campaign I had hubs in the UK and China to fulfill internationally at lower shipping costs, but those games are all sold out.

Addendum to Rules

I have written a short one page addendum to the rules which is now available on Board Game Geek - Files and on Backerkit. I will distribute the Addendum to all backers of Zodiac War imminently.

What Next?

I am working on a deluxe version of Zodiac War. My idea is to address all the ideas, comments and clarifications in a new improved version of the game. The main goals of the deluxe version will be to:

  • Expand the artwork in the tarot deck to provide unique artwork on each card.
  • Improve the quality of components even further.
  • Expand and clarify the rules.

Concepts for the Major Arcana are shown below.

As always, thank you for backing Zodiac War. I will probably be silent for a while, but thank you for the support you have given.

Cheers, Paul

Canada and Board Updates
about 2 years ago – Sat, Jan 22, 2022 at 12:02:45 AM

Board Movement

Although I know nearly everything there is to know about Zodiac War, I learned something really exciting on the Zodiac War Facebook Group this week. I've received messages from some backers that the board doesn't rotate as smoothly as they expected. I've made suggestions, but none as excellently awesome as this solution. If you rub the running surfaces of the base board and the planet and element rings, and the edges of the rings for good measure, with standard kitchen wax paper then the board moves like a dream. You should try it!

Canada Movement

Quartermaster Logistics has confirmed that FedEx collected the Canada-bound games today (Friday 21 Jan 2022), and they are now making their way North to Canada. The journey to the border apparently takes about 4-7 days, and then 1-3 days to be entered into Fedex Canada's systems, and maybe another 3-7 days for distribution to backers. So, that means perhaps we are looking at delivery within a couple of weeks, subject to the unpredictability of Weather, FedEx and Customs.

Board Game Geek

I have noticed that some of you have reviewed Zodiac War on Board Game Geek (BBG). Thank you so much for that. If you enjoyed playing the game please consider reviewing it on BGG.

That's it for now. Most of you have received the game or will be receiving it imminently despite FedEx's best efforts to confound logic. Please do not hesitate to contact me on Facebook, by email or on Kickstarter if you have any issues or need any clarifications regarding the game.

Cheers

Paul Starr

It's the Final Countdown
about 2 years ago – Fri, Jan 14, 2022 at 08:02:05 PM

Quartermaster has started fulfillment!

I was notified today that QML officially started fulfillment to backers in the USA. They let me know by email and also posted it on their Facebook page. So this time, after all those false starts it is actually happening.

USA: You should be receiving your FedEx tracking numbers in the next couple of days.

Tampa: I have delivered a few games to local backers who chose local pick up and have made arrangements to deliver or provide a pick up location to nearly everyone. I've contacted everyone, so please check your email.

Canada: Games will be shipped to Canada imminently as a batch. Once released from customs they will be distributed to Canadian backers.

Thank you for your patience. It's been a long journey for me with many learning curves, but I am seeing the destination straight ahead. None of this would have been possible without the backing and encouragement from all of you good folks!

Cheers and thank you! 

Paul Starr