(image above is from a recent GB event advertised on discord, not an official SFG image)
https://steamforged.com/en-eu/blogs/brands/guild-ball-update-4
Below is official info on SFG launching a new version of Organized Play Support, as written in the latest SFG Blog post last night.
Apart from this, they also mentioned on discord that they admonish event organizers to use this support to reward different parts of participation and not only the top table ballers in each event. Giving prizes for “spot prizes, wooden spoon, sportsmanship, painting, and so on” is the recommendation from SFG going forward with this.
All of the OP Support is in regard to all physical events, but SFG mentioned that they will also look into OP Support for digital playing, on Vassal for example, but nothing about that is decided yet.
OP Support 1: Prize Codes
A few weeks ago, we ran a test at a local event in Leeds, UK.
We gave the TO (tournament organiser) a small number of codes for our online store, which the lucky winners could redeem against Guild Ball mini orders.
This test went so well that we’ll be doing the same for the UK Games Expo event, and then for all Guild Ball events that take place afterwards! More details on how this will work in a future update.
OP Support 2: Limited Edition Miniatures
Now we’ve tested the system, this is the next step.
Rolling out at the same time as the discount prize codes, we’re going to introduce codes that allow you to “purchase” a limited edition miniature for free. All you’ll need to cover are the shipping costs.
To begin with, we’re going to select a number of fan favourite limited editions from the past.
However, if things continue to go well, our future plan is to introduce brand new limited edition sculpts as organised play support.
Watch this space!
OP Support 3: Trophy STLs
Last but not least, we’re designing a set of trophy STLs! These will be available to download in a similar way to the Kick Off! starter set miniatures.
If you’re running an event and have access to a 3D printer, you’ll be able to download these trophies and print a set yourself.
Of course, you could still do this even if you aren’t running an event and feel like awarding yourself a trophy. Why not? You deserve it!
