E.M.I.L.Y. “RANDOMIZER” GAME BOARDS

“E.M.I.L.Y. stands for ‘Erin, May & Ivan Love You,’ because the premise of our show is that we only book performers we love! The other premise is that we are the only improv show that randomizes the team order live on stage by playing a game!”

What was supposed to be a quick hosting bit for a monthly improv show soon spiraled into Erin crafting exceedingly complicated pop-up constructions.

“All Hollows’ emily”

Paper mechanic: rotating window

Gameplay: Roll dice to move along game board. If player lands in front of a door, spin the stoop wheel to determine what treat (or trick) they receive.

“MANIFESTING EMILY”

Paper mechanics: visible pull-strip window (life points), waterfall flap (cellphone, briefcase, house)

Gameplay: Roll dice to determine “vision board” selection. Player assesses vision board and allocates “life points” appropriately. Player attempts to choose ideal social, lifestyle, and career cards, within confines imposed by life point allocation. Choices graded against pre-determined scores for each vision board.

“Peeping Emily”

(WARNING: adult content!)

Paper mechanic: flaps

Gameplay: Draw character cards and roll dice to determine which windows players spy into and thus cross off on their bingo card.

“BEACH COP”

Paper mechanic: slits, weights

Gameplay: Players roll dice to move their umbrella across the beach and attempt to lay their towel down without getting too close to fellow beachgoers… all before Beach Cop gets to the shore and shuts down the beach for the day.

“THE KENTUCKY D’EMILY”

Paper mechanics: slots, weights, tabs

Gameplay: Draw jockey and horse cards, roll dice to race. “I like this one because it takes the least time to play!” - Co-host May

“ECONOMIC MARKETPLACE INGESTIBLE LARDER YIELDER” (AKA “E.M.I.L.Y.”)

Paper mechanics: slotted pull-strip window (cash register), rotating gauge (produce scale), flap (scale basin)

Gameplay: Players choose groceries for their family. Haul assessed based on total cost, weight, and vitamin content.

“GRANDMOTHER EMILY”

Paper mechanic: paper doll tabs

Gameplay: Draw outfit and gift-for-Granny cards, roll dice to travel across game board and battle monsters.

“Embellishment Map for Intended-Lover Yoking” (AKA “E.M.I.L.Y.”)

Paper mechanic: flaps, slits, weights

Gameplay: Draw "“fiancée cards.” Players plan their future wedding, selecting the cake, music, and color theme they think their partner will love. Choices are graded against pre-determined scores.

“CHRISTMAS”

Paper mechanics: rotating gauge

Gameplay: Draw “Secret Santa” card. Player selects toy for recipient based on age and interests, places into gift box. Gift is graded against pre-determined scale, which is displayed on gauge.