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The Silly Story Maker Game Rules
Hey there! Are you ready to have a blast playing the Silly Story Maker game? I know I am! Let me tell you all about the rules so we can get started right away.
Now, listen up, because this is important. Silly Story Maker is a game where we create funny and wacky stories together. The goal is to let our imagination run wild and come up with the craziest stories we can think of!
To play, all you need is your imagination and a group of friends or family members who are just as excited as you are. Sit in a circle, take turns, and let the storytelling begin!
Here’s how it works: I’ll start by saying a sentence to kick off the story. Then, it’s your turn to add onto it with your own sentence. We’ll keep going, each person adding a sentence, until we’ve created a hilarious and silly story that will have everyone in stitches!
Remember, the key to this game is to be as creative and silly as possible. There are no wrong answers here – just let your imagination guide you and have fun with it!
Oh, and one more thing – feel free to use all sorts of funny characters, crazy settings, and ridiculous plot twists in your sentences. The more outrageous, the better! This game is all about unleashing your inner comedian and laughing together.
So, are you ready to embark on this silly storytelling adventure with me? I can’t wait to see what funny and outrageous stories we come up with. Let’s get started and let the laughter begin!
Let’s get imaginative and invent a one-of-a-kind story using the Story Cards as inspiration. Then, the player who can remember the most Cards will be the winner!
Getting Ready
- Let’s start by deciding whether you want to play a short game or a long game. You can customize the length of your game, and therefore your story, by how you arrange the Story Board. Here’s how:
- Begin with the middle piece, which has 4 spaces. You’ll use this piece in every game.
You might be wondering how you can make your game last longer. Well, here’s a great tip – simply add one or both of the extension pieces to the middle piece! All you have to do is snap on the matching-colored tabs and you’re good to go! It’s a simple and effective way to elevate your game and regenerate that sense of excitement. Give it a try and see how it transforms your gaming experience.
Let me tell you about the four Character Story Starters in the game. They’re like inspiration for your own amazing story! You can make them the main characters or silly sidekicks – it’s your choice. Each Character has their own special icons on the Story Cards:
Here’s a tip: every time you play, pick a different Character to make your stories more diverse. Let everyone take turns choosing. Or if you want a surprise, put all the Characters in the box, close your eyes, and pick one randomly!
Are you ready to dive into the adventure? Great! Let me show you the ropes:
First, shuffle all the Story Cards together. Once they’re nicely mixed up, deal two of them to each player. Don’t show the cards to anyone just yet – keep them facedown!
Now, take the rest of the Story Cards and place them in a neat pile next to the Story Board. These cards will make up the Draw Pile.
Simple, right? You’re all set to embark on an incredible storytelling journey. The stage is set, the cards are ready – let’s see what amazing stories you and your friends will create!
Let’s Play the Game!
Hey there! Time to get your creative juices flowing and have a blast with this awesome game. I’ll walk you through the exciting gameplay step by step, so you’ll be a pro in no time!
Step 1: Story Round
Here’s where the fun begins! We all get together and create a silly story. It’s like a giant imagination party!
Alright, let’s start with the youngest player. From there, we keep the party going clockwise.
Now, it’s your turn to shine! Draw a Story Card from the deck. At the beginning of your turn, make sure you have three Cards in your hand.
Out of those three Cards, pick the one that sparks your creativity the most. Place it faceup on the Story Board, starting from the space furthest to one end.
As you place the Card, let your imagination take flight and begin telling a story that includes the object on the Card. Oh, and if you want an extra twist, you can also include the Character Story Starter in your tale.
Example: Imagine this scenario: the Mermaid is the main character, and the Card you have shows a dripping, soaked cat. Let’s dive into a silly story! “Once upon a time, there was a curious cat who couldn’t resist the enchanting beauty of the Mermaid. In a spontaneous act of affection, he impulsively jumped into the lake, becoming completely drenched.”
4.. Now it’s time to spice things up! The next player, going in a clockwise direction, gets their chance to retell the story using all the Cards played so far. They don’t have to repeat word for word, but they must include the essential elements of the story, like the objects on the Cards and the character’s involvement. After that, this player introduces a Card that has the SAME COLOR OR ICON as the last Card played. They continue the tale based on the object depicted on that Card.
Let me give you an example: If you play a Card with a wand, you can say: “The cat who was in love got soaked when he jumped into the lake after seeing the beautiful Mermaid. So, the magical Mermaid waved her wand and suddenly the cat grew flippers!”
Remember: Some Story Cards have different colors, these are Wild Cards that can match any color.
II. Memory Round
Level 1 – Remember Cards
In the Memory Round, you need to remember the Cards. The story will help you remember! There are two levels of play:
- The person who played the last Card in the Story Round turns all the Cards face down.
- The turn continues uninterrupted, so the next player goes first in the Memory Round.
During your turn, try to guess the image on the first Story Card played. You don’t have to retell the story, but that might help you remember what the object, character, place, or action looked like. Say your guess out loud, then take a peek at the Card to see if you got it right. Remember, only you should look at the Card during your turn. If you guess correctly, keep the Card and put it face-up in front of you. If you guess wrong, put the Card back face-down on the Story Board so the next player can have a try. Keep taking turns and guessing until all the Story Cards have been taken off the Story Board in the same order they were played. When the game is over, count how many Cards you have remembered. The player with the most Cards wins!
If you’re tied: If multiple players have the same number of wins, here’s how to determine the winner. Look at the Cards with the icon representing the Character used in that game. The player with the most of those Cards wins!
Level 2: Remember Cards with a Twist
- Just like in Level 1, when the Story Round is finished, the player who placed the last Card turns all the Cards facedown. But in this level, that player gets to swap the positions of any TWO Cards on the Story Board. Pay attention because the other players need to remember which Cards were switched. This adds an extra challenge to the Memory Round!
- The next player goes first and tries to guess the image on the first Card that was played. If the Cards were switched, they have to guess the image on the Card that is now in that position. Players take turns guessing until all the Story Cards have been removed from the Story Board in the new order they’re in.
The Game’s End
So, here’s the thing. When you don’t have any more cards left on your Story Board, it’s time to count them up. It’s like a little competition to see who has the best memory. And let me tell you, the person who can remember the most cards is the winner!
Now, let’s say you and someone else both remember the same number of cards. Well, don’t worry, there’s a tiebreaker. You just gotta count how many cards have the same character icon. Whoever has more of those cards, they’re the champ!