HOW IT ALL STARTED

Our games are based on a well-played family game with many years of history and quite a journey!

More than 30 years ago, a slow-moving family card game with regular decks became a cherished tradition for our family. It was easy to play and derived from other familiar games, remaining a staple until…

At one point, family interest exploded with excitement after a single rule change dramatically changed the game’s nature, excitement, and speed… laying the foundation for what we now call Melee Play. With this one rule change, we called it “Super Power Hyper Heckle”!

Playing it this way was fun, but it led to many rules disputes, which are now an integral part of the game. These rules ensure fairness for all players competing simultaneously while keeping it fast. They include starting with “on guard,” picking up all penalty cards at the same time, and promptly calling out the suit when changing it.

As we played with more and more groups, the game’s creators were inspired to translate this proven idea into a themed environment… a “world” to attract players as much as they prefer, incorporating:

battle tactics and weapons
classes, status, and titles
economics, such as treasury and currency
names of people and characters
Thus, “Heckle Games” were born!

We have created:

Character art, unique and loosely based on the original family
Character names from Old English, German, Greek, French, Norse, Latin, Slavic, Welsh, Anglo-Saxon, Hebrew, Scottish, and Irish. Note: Each name has a specific origin we’ll reveal exclusively to our biggest supporters!
Battle terms and icons for attack, defense, and redirection tactics.
Classes which have meaning during a game.
Economics that naturally bring the game to a timely conclusion.
Whether you fully embrace the gothic affinity or simply let the canon of rules entice you, this exciting quest has weathered many trials and ordeals, leading to a flawless conquest for the victor and a fruitful quest for all!

– Heckle Game Creators