In preparation for Season 2 of the STEEM-Apocalypse Survival Game Contest, I thought it would be wise for me to share about my original intent and purposes of the game and how Season 1 measured up to my expectations.
There are actually many reasons that I created the STEEM-Apocalypse game and I think that it went amazingly well. I'll list some of the reasons below and then add my own opinions about how the 1st season lined up with my goals. They will be listed in no particular order.
PURPOSE 1 - GIVE AWAY A LOT OF STEEM
Since @papa-pepper often receives a lot of STEEM, he also likes to give a lot of STEEM. Often, other steemians do not make as much as I do on their posts. My upvotes aren't worth that much, so if I want to give STEEM to others, it has to come out of my own wallet. One reason that I like to run contests is that it gives others the chance to potentially get some STEEM.
In Season 1 I gave away over 500 STEEM form my own wallet! The winner, @herpetologyguy, ended up with 325 STEEM and every other participant at least walked away with something! Technically, I was hoping that Season 1 would last another week or two and that the total prize pool would be between 500 - 1000 STEEM, but I'll settle for giving away over 500 total with over 300 to the winner.
PURPOSE 2 - INCREASED ACTIVITY
I was hoping to create a reason for people to come to steemit.com every day. By requiring a response from each team on a daily basis, this meant that at least half of the team members would need to check in every day. A lot of the participants were daily users anyway, but the amount of interaction on a daily basis was good.
PURPOSE 3 - INCREASED INTERACTION
Since each team was made up of two players, these two players had to choose together what to do and how to proceed. It was very entertaining to watch some of the teams sort through different points of view and ideas to eventually agree on an option.
One of my favorite things about the game was that it paired a few users together who had not previously interacted. By doing so, steemians who otherwise may not have met were building relationships and friendships, and learning to enjoy interacting with one another. Some of those teams will even be pairing up once again with their new friends to enter Season 2.
PURPOSE 4 - CREATE AND INTRIGUING AND ENTERTAINING SERIES TO WATCH
It seems that at least a few steemians enjoyed watching the 1st season and seeing how it progressed. Both my dad, @grandpa-pepper, and @vcelier mentioned how much they enjoyed watching the series. I was hoping to capture the attention and imagination of some others, and I think that the contest did just that. People never knew what to expect next!
PURPOSE 5 - EDUCATE OTHERS
A lot of the scenarios were based upon real situations that may occur. Some rounds were just random things to potentially kill teams off and keep them entertained, but others dealt with real food and safety issues that people face in survival situations. Whether it was learning about the antibacterial properties of certain plants or about the dangers of over-boiling water, the teams were exposed to some interesting information that they may not have otherwise encountered. Plus, they were able to learn in a fun environment while enjoying some gameplay.
ON TO SEASON 2
Later today I plan on posting the signup opportunity for Season 2. At that point, any returning teams and anyone else who wants to join in will be able to form a team and sign up. Teams will consist of two team members and each team will have to choose a name. If you do not have a partner, please still sign up and we will get you a partner.
Season 2 may be even better than the 1st season, and I am anticipating an even larger number of players. As with last season, the payouts for those who participate but do not win will not come out of the total prize pool.
The total prize pool will be awarded to the winning team(s) and all other payouts will be in addition to that. The starting prize pool for Season 2 will be 100 STEEM.
steemit.com - Invest in Yourself!
Are you getting ready @erikaflynn? :)
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I'm ready!
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Amazing!
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The teams are preparing. Exciting times!
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I am waiting for season 2. @papa-pepper
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@sevinwilson was interested in teaming up.
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count me in already.
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You are fully counted in!
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@looftee what should our team name be?
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lets decide on chat. and congrats I am your 100th follower.
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Followed back!! Are you on Steemit Chat?
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yes
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messaged you, check your inbox
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Please check the comment below to talk to @sevinwilson about your team name.
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The Hurricane are ready for more action!
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Excellent news!
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I am ready for season 2. Count Team Patriots in again. You up for it @lil4a?
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Hopefully your team lasts longer this time!
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@nepd I would love to be in your team, but after I shot the volume, I began to talk about this exciting game to my friends and acquaintances. And one of them decided to take part, too, but with me in the team, I can not refuse. I'm sorry, but I hope that you will find yourself a worthy companion in the team.
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I'll get @nepd a list of valid candidates. Great job bringing others in @lil4a!
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Looks like @lil4a is teaming up with a friend, which mean more teams and more competition!
The following users are all looking for teammates. If you want, check the other comments on this post and see if you can find a partner and then pick a team name. Thanks! I can’t wait to get started!
@oluwoleolaide
@mark-waser
@steemerstan
@swolesome
@nathanjones
@gregory-f
@avarice
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First one to respond can join up with me for Team Patriots!
@oluwoleolaide
@mark-waser
@steemerstan
@swolesome
@nathanjones
@gregory-f
@avarice
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I definitely want to participate to season 2.
However, I don't think my daughter @bettym3 is in a position to be my partner.
So, I need to find a partner.
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If you were interested in teaming up with me, let me know :). My character will be in dire need of a teammate in next season, since the competitors are worthy!
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Sure, @fingersik, I'll team up with you.
Now, how should we call our team?
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I say we both propound a name and we shall choose the better one. I’ll try to go with “The disinterred ones”.
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Because you use a verb that I did not know (propound), I will not propound another team name. "The Disinterred Ones" seems fine to me.
Now, how are we going to communicate privately? steemit.chat?
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In first season I wrote stories of what the character was doing, expressing what, he felt, needs to be done, while giving space for my teammate to add his perspective. I felt like observers are going to have more fun reading the storylines. On the other hand you express you tactics, letting others see it and copy it. I’m here for the fun not for the win, though if you prefer to keep our talks private we can do it via Steemit.chat
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Can I join the team too? @vcelier I am gonna predict that you will become a millionaire here on steem in no more than 3 months and at the quickest in a few days to a few weeks! I made this prediction for @thejohasfiles when he only had like $400,000 and now he has $1 million dollars or like 1.3 million steempower.....I So since that prediction came true, I am basicaly BLESSINg you now!
I hereby State, that the price of STEEM shall go to no smaller than $7 by the next 2 months! And you, @vcelier, shall become one of the new ruling class of steemit! A crypto millionaire!
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Cool. I'm looking forward to seeing you play. We will get you a partner. I'll do the official signup later on tonight.
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I’m glad that you are already working on another season! If you feel like resteeming my article I would be honoured, so trustworthy fans of Lifanoîl could read an article about his demise :). Also if there was anyone who liked my gameplay and would like to team up with me let me know!
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Yes, let's get you a partner and a real team name this time. I'll resteem that in a bit for you too. Looking forward to next season... soon enough.
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Hey @papa-pepper, the kiwis are back on board for round 2.
My dad has (finally) licked all the honey off his fingers, retied his shoelaces, and got his survival hat on his head at a jaunty, cocky angle.
We are good to go! Bring on them zombies! We can't wait!
But first I need to go to the bathroom. And make a cup of tea. And find my sleeping bag (learned my lesson from the last game. It was cold out there!)
:-)
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Yes, don't forget your sleeping bag!
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looks interesting!
where and when can i join ?
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Once this season is over, there will be a new season and sign up.
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okay, i will be waiting
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