April's "Free-For All"

[larsonfan1]

1. My name is Michael (Koontz, if you need the last name)
2. I would like to play "10 Boxes" (aka "Stop and Go")

[ap2023]

Welcome, Michael.
(I sincerely apologize for the long delay)
Anyway, you said you wanted to play "10 Boxes," so let's get right to it.
(The "10 Boxes" Board is on stage)

As you can see, Michael, this is the "10 Boxes" Game Board (AKA: Stop and Go")
There is a reason why it is called that, and it will be explained in a moment.
To select a box, type in a number (1-10), and the square will be revealed to you.
7 of the 10 squares contain "GO" signs.

Find one of those and you'll win $1000.

Find all 7 and you'll win $10,000.

(Audience applause)

But, be careful!

Behind 3 of the squares are "STOP" signs.

If you find a "STOP" sign, the game is over, but you get to keep any winnings you have accumulated prior to that point.

Also, you have the option to stop and take the money at any point during the game.
Do you have any questions, Michael?

[larsonfan1]

Absolutely no questions whatsoever 

[ap2023]

Ok, Michael.
Whenever you are ready, type a number 1-10 to make your selection.
As I said, each GO sign you find is worth $1000.

[larsonfan1]

I will pick number 7

[ap2023]

Michael wants Box #7. As long as there is not a STOP SIGN behind Box #7, the game will continue. 
Show us what is in Box #7 please. 

It's a GO SIGN, which gives you $1000, Michael.
(Audience applause)
Now, you can take the $1000 and quit right now if you wish, or you can continue playing.
If you find another GO SIGN, you'll increase your winnings to $2000.
But as stated earlier, if a Stop Sign appears, the game is over, but you will keep your $1000.
What would you like to do, Michael?
Keep the $1000, or continue playing?

[larsonfan1]

I will play on!

I'll choose box #5 this time.

[ap2023]

Very well, Michael.
Show us what is in Box #5 please.
(I hope it's another "GO" sign)

And it IS!
You now have $2000, Michael.
(Audience applause)
Same options as before: Keep the $2000 or continue playing. 
Remember, if a Stop sign appears, the game ends, but the $2000 is yours to keep.
What do you want to do, Michael?

[larsonfan1]

Let's play on!

Number 10 this time, please.

[ap2023]

Ok.
Michael wants Box #10.
Show us what is in Box #10 please.

Another GO sign!
That brings your total to $3000, Michael.
(Audience applause)
You have $3000.
You can continue playing if you want to (You still need 4 "Go" signs to win the $10,000), or you can take the $3000 and quit right now. 
Remember, if a STOP SIGN appears, all you get is $3000. 
So, what would you like to do, Michael?

[larsonfan1]

I'll pick another box!

Number 2 please.

[ap2023]

Ok, Michael.
You have chosen Box #2.
As I said earlier, if there is another "GO" sign behind Box #2, your winnings will go up to $4000.
(Audience applause)
But, if there is a stop sign, you will just take home $3000. 
Let's find out.
Will Michael's winnings increase?
Show us what is behind Box #2 please...

You have $4000, Michael!
(Audience applause)
You need to make a decision here.
You need 3 more "GO" signs to win the $10,000.
Also, be aware that the three Stop Signs are still there somewhere.
You have the same options as before: Stop and take the $4000,  or continue playing and try for $5000.
What would you like to do, Michael?

[larsonfan1]

I'll pick another box!

Number 1 this time, please.

[ap2023]

Ok.
Michael has selected Box #1.
If there is a "GO" sign behind Box #1, you will have $5000, Michael.
If there is a "STOP" sign, however, you will only take home $4000.
But let's find out.
Is there a "GO" sign behind Box #1?

YES, THERE IS!
And you have $5000, Michael!
(Audience applause)
Michael, you are doing EXCELLENTLY so far.
You currently have $5000, and you need two more "GO" signs to win the $10,000.
However, the 3 "STOP" signs are still out there somewhere...
You may choose to continue playing, or you can stop and take the $5000 you have currently.
And remember, no matter what happens, you are ALWAYS a winner. 
So, what would you like to do, Michael?

[larsonfan1]

Oh man, $5,000 is a lot of money to risk... However, my luck so far has been good...

I'll risk it and pick one more box. I hope there's a "GO" sign behind number 9.

[ap2023]

Yes, Michael.
Your luck has INDEED been very good up to this point.
And if there is a "GO" sign behind Box #9, your luck will be even better. 
$6000 better, to be exact. 
Let's find out.
Is there a "GO" sign behind Box #9?

YES, THERE IS!
And you have $6000, Michael!
(Audience applause)
Now, I need to talk to you for a moment. 
You currently have $6000.
There is only ONE "Go" Sign left on the board. 
If you decide to play on, and you find it, you will win $10,000.
(Audience applause)
However, if you find a "STOP" sign, you will only win $6000.
Of course, if you wish, you may also stop and take the $6000.
No matter what happens, you are ALWAYS a winner, and your name will be placed in the Hall of Fame. 
So, this is a big decision, Michael.
Take the $6000 or try for $10,000.
It is up to you.
What would you like to do?

[larsonfan1]

I'm usually not a risk taker, but I'll go for it!

I'll pick number 4.

[ap2023]

Michael, you have been very lucky up to this point.
You have $6000 currently. 
No matter what happens here, you are guaranteed at least THAT MUCH money. 
If there is a "Go" sign behind Box #4, you will win $10,000.
(Audience applause)
But, if a "STOP" sign appears, you only win the $6000 you have currently. 
Either way, you are ALWAYS a winner.
Let's hope for the best, though.
For $10,000....is there a "GO" sign behind Box #4?
(Soft drum roll..a long pause...and then the reveal...)

You have won $10,000!
(Audience applause)
Not only that, but your name will also be placed in the Net Game Hall of Fame. 
Congratulations, Michael!
Incidentally, here is what the entire board looks like:

Once again, congratulations, Michael!
I would like to know how you liked the game, your thoughts on me as a host, and any other comments you might have. 

[larsonfan1]

Wow, I honestly can't believe it!!

I had such a great time with this game and thought that you did a great job hosting it!

[ap2023]

Thank you, Michael.
And congratulations on winning the $10,000 tonight. 
(To the viewers and potential players) 
"Free For All" will be on hold for a while. 
1. I have some more "personal business" to attend to offline. 
2. I am in the process of creating two more games for the "Free for All."
I will be back to resume the Free for All as soon as I can.
I sincerely apologize. 
I hope you understand...

[ap2023]

"Free For All" is back. 
We have played two games on the "Free For All" already (The Clock Game and 10 Boxes)
I am ready to begin Free For All game #3.
If you are interested in playing one of the games that hasn't been played yet, please sign up now.
When you do, tell me your name and which game you would like to play. 
I will start the Free For All Game later...

[djshadowwolf420]

Shederick Cash Cards

[ap2023]

Welcome, Shederick.
You want to play "Cash Cards."
Ok.
In case you haven't seen the game before, here is how we play the game. 

As you can see, this is the "Becky's Challenge" Bonus Board. 
It is played in two parts.
The first part is a Cash Cards Round (Thus the name of the game)
There are only Cash Cards on the wheels, and I will give you a maximum of 6 spins.
However much money you have accumulated after your 6th spin will be the amount you will play for in the "Becky's Challenge" Round. 
So if you are ready to begin the Cash Cards Round, Shederick, step over there and pull the handle.
Remember, there is nothing but CASH in this round. 

[ap2023]

Ok. 
I see that Shederick is taking a while to respond.
So, I will request that this game be placed on hold for a while. 
(Sighs)
If the admins would be so kind as to place this game on hold for a while, I would greatly appreciate it. 
Thank you so much.

[bighornbattle]

Is it possible I can give this a shot in his place?

[ap2023]

Oct 7, 2024 10:06:09 GMT -5 bighornbattle said:

Is it possible I can give this a shot in his place?

Yes, George, but the game is currently "On hold."

[bighornbattle]

Ok.

[djshadowwolf420]

I'm here and ready

[ap2023]

I tell you what I'll do. 
Because both George and Shederick are ready to play, I will convert this game to a two-player format. 
And the rules are changed slightly. 
The object is still to earn as much money as you can in the Cash Cards round, but instead of one plater being eliminated from the game, BOTH players will have a chance to play the Becky's Challenge Round. 
Obviously, the player who has the most money after the Cash Cards Round plays first.
There are some changes to the Becky's Challenge Round as well. 
I'll explain THAT later on. 
Shederick, since you wanted to play the game first, you get to play first in the Cash Cards Round. 
Remember, there is only CASH in this Round, and each of you gets a maximum of 10 spins instead of just 6, as I had previously stated. 
So, if you are ready, Shederick, pull the handle in front of you and let's see what cash you win in your first spin. 

[djshadowwolf420]

Come on big money! *pulls handle*