Munchkin is a real TTRPG now. On purpose. With rules and everything.
Munchkin 5.5e Ye Olde Rulebook is a sourcebook and adventure book for the tabletop RPG you've been pretending to play correctly.
Look, you were going to play your TTRPG like a game of Munchkin. Now, you can include the backstabbing, loot-hording, and blatant disregard for the story plot with official rules support.
This campaign brings not only Ye Olde Rulebook to your table for maximum chaos, but also The Deadliest Dungeon where you can test your mettle and absolutely, definitely, totally follow the rules. Fight new monsters, trigger new and interesting traps, and hoarde useful loot. It will all be useful. Probably.
Munchkin 5.5e delivers everything you need to become an unstoppable force of greed.
New subclasses including the Oath of the Killjoy Paladin and the College of Nihilism Bard
Built in cheating mechanics called "Cheeky Cheating"
Four new species including Mimics!
All the cursed items, spells, and traps you need
A Pun-spiration system
New feats and spells
And stat blocks for some of the classic Munchkin characters and monsters we all love to hate
Every option embodies the chaos of Munchkin while still being usable in a serious campaign.... For some reason.
Go on grand adventures and show what every gaming table already knows: that treasure trumps everything: relationships, backstories, NPCs… even your Game Master.
Munchkin is a fast-paced and chaotic card game developed by Steve Jackson Games in 2001. For over two decades, Munchkin has remained a tabletop favorite with numerous expansions and sequels.
Players take on the role of “munchkins,” a nod to role-players who focus only on obtaining the best loot and making the most powerful character possible. The game focuses around killing monsters, getting loot and leveling up your character, and both working together and backstabbing your friends to get to level 10 first.
Munchkin 5.5e flips the script. Why only nod to these role-play tropes when you can embody them?
Friendship is not the real treasure you found along the way. That’s just a lie. The real treasure is treasure.
Lock away your dice with the Iron Meowden dice jail or play with fate using the Deck of Ridiculous Things. Munchkin 5.5e is coming to your table with a source book, adventure book, and tons of loot and accessories for a dragons cave.
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🎭 $260K UNLOCKED!
MUNCHKINS - YOU DID IT AGAIN! 🙌
We've officially surpassed $260,000 on BackerKit, which means you've unlocked the College of Cringe Bard! 🎉
Your terrible jokes, awkward performances, and complete lack of shame are finally getting the recognition they deserve. We're so sorry to every GM who will have to deal with this.
At $270,000, we'll unlock MORE Non-Cursed Items!
Actual treasure that isn't cursed? In this dungeon?
Suspicious.
Before we go, we have a question for you.
What's the most selfish thing you've ever done in an RPG? Have you ever stolen loot from a party member or left them behind to save yourself? We want to hear! Tell us your crimes in the comments. 👇
We haven't even made it through our first day, and Munchkin 5.5E RPG has already surpassed $100,000 on BackerKit!
WE'RE FUNDED! 🎉
And there's still plenty of daylight left!
Seriously, we're blown away. We knew you all loved monsters, loot, and making terrible decisions, but this is ridiculous. In the best possible way.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who's backed the campaign!
🎥 We're LIVE! Come Hang Out With Us!
We're celebrating by hanging out with you right here on BackerKit!
Some of the crew behind The Deadliest Dungeon are LIVE on our campaign page right now, ready to chat, answer your questions, and talk about all the ridiculous things we've been working on.
💰 And We're Just Getting Started!
It's only day one, Munchkins. We've got plenty more to share, we'll have stretch goal info for you all soon, too.
The doors are officially open, and there's A TON of LOOT up for grabs!
In our previous update, we walked through the entire backing process, including how to create an account, choose your pledge level, add extra goodies, and check out. You can check out that update HERE.
And if you still have questions, drop them in the comments! We're happy to help.
Now that the dungeon doors are open, we have a very important question. What's Your First Order of Business?
🚪 TOMORROW! Munchkin 5.5E RPG Launches on BackerKit!
Munchkins, the time has almost come.
We've got the monsters. We've got the loot. We've got an entire rulebook dedicated to encouraging behavior that would get you kicked out of any respectable adventuring party.
Munchkin 5.5E RPG launches TOMORROW, October 13, on BackerKit! 🎲
Before we kick down the door, we wanted to share a quick guide to backing the campaign, especially for anyone who's new to crowdfunding.
💰 How to Back Munchkin 5.5E RPG
1. Log In or Create an Account If you don't already have one, head over to BackerKit and create a free account. You'll use it to back the project, receive updates, and manage your pledge.
2. Choose Your Pledge Level Once the campaign is live, visit our project page and click to back the campaign.
You'll see different pledge levels featuring the books and rewards available. Take a look at what's included in each tier and choose the one that fits your particular brand of loot obsession.
3. Step 3 - Add Some Extra Goodies
Want more treasure? Of course you do. You're a Munchkin.
During the pledge process, check out the available add-ons to see what other goodies you can include with your pledge.
5. Review Your Pledge & Check Out
Double-check your selections, enter your payment information, and complete the pledge process.
That's it! You're officially a backer.
🤔 New to Crowdfunding? Here's What You Should Know!
If this is your first BackerKit campaign, there are a few things worth knowing.
You're helping bring the project to life. Crowdfunding lets fans support a project before it's produced and receive rewards in return. This is a pledge toward a future product, rather than a traditional retail purchase.
Rewards don't ship immediately. You'll find estimated delivery information on the campaign page. As production progresses, we'll share updates so you know what's happening with your loot.
Keep an eye on your email! BackerKit will send you important information about your pledge. We'll also post campaign updates with news, announcements, and other things.
There may be another step after the campaign. Crowdfunding projects often use a pledge manager after the campaign ends to collect shipping information, finalize selections, and handle any remaining charges. We'll explain that process when the time comes, so you won't have to figure it out on your own.
And if you have questions along the way, ask! We want everyone to have a good experience, even if their character doesn't.
🎁 Don't Forget Your Pre-Launch Loot!
Follower Reward: Follow our BackerKit project before we launch tomorrow and pledge during the campaign to receive a FREE Munchkin sticker pack!
Reservation Reward: Reserve your pledge for $3 before launch and pledge during the campaign to receive a Munchkin d2 silver coin, featuring Good Stuff and Bad Stuff sides.
If you haven't reserved yet, this is your chance to grab those extra coins before we launch!
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