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Morton's List: The End to Boredom
Never again will you ponder the question, “We’re bored, what do we wanna do?” Morton’s List is the answer, breaking free of the limits of all other games. There is no playing board but the ground you walk on. There are no imaginary characters or scores—only the players, and the real activities set forth by Morton’s List. Those of weak disposition be warned; when you play this game you may get more than you bargained for.
Learning to play is easy; all is explained in the first few pages of this book. To briefly summarize, all players agree to play for a set time - 1 hour is popular. Next, one player is randomly selected to lead and coordinate the group. This important and influential leader is now known as the Table Master, and could be any player. The Table Master rolls a 30-sided die, called the Morton Boulder, on various Lists & Tables. to randomly select one of 360 activities, called Quests. These include not only every possible leisure activity, but also endeavors that are adventurous, mind-boggling, or even a bit risqué...
Once the Quest is revealed, players start their adventure! Many times you'll will find yourself doing things you never considered before. Your eyes will soon be opened to wondrous possibilities as you explore a world of Life Changing Entertainment. At the end of a game of Morton’s List there are no winners or losers, only the memories and real experiences enjoyed.
Unquestionably, this game goes against the norm of day to day experience. Much like a person’s love, it is not meant for everyone. Rather, Morton’s List belongs to the bold, adventurous, thrill-seekers - people willing to take a chance and enter the unknown.
The choice to play is yours; but since destiny has brought you this far, why not open the book...?
The Morton's List Box Set contains:
*1 402 Page book, containing 360 different real-life Quests over 13 themed Tables. Each Table is introduced by a glossy full-color illustration. Each Quest is fully researched, with black and white diagrams, illustrations, and photographs throughout.
*1 30-sided die, called the Morton Boulder (random color)
*6 6-sided dice (random colors)
*1 black velveteen dice pouch
Everything you need to begin your journey of random reality and limitless Quests!
Recommended for 3 or more players, ages 13 and up
Learning to play is easy; all is explained in the first few pages of this book. To briefly summarize, all players agree to play for a set time - 1 hour is popular. Next, one player is randomly selected to lead and coordinate the group. This important and influential leader is now known as the Table Master, and could be any player. The Table Master rolls a 30-sided die, called the Morton Boulder, on various Lists & Tables. to randomly select one of 360 activities, called Quests. These include not only every possible leisure activity, but also endeavors that are adventurous, mind-boggling, or even a bit risqué...
Once the Quest is revealed, players start their adventure! Many times you'll will find yourself doing things you never considered before. Your eyes will soon be opened to wondrous possibilities as you explore a world of Life Changing Entertainment. At the end of a game of Morton’s List there are no winners or losers, only the memories and real experiences enjoyed.
Unquestionably, this game goes against the norm of day to day experience. Much like a person’s love, it is not meant for everyone. Rather, Morton’s List belongs to the bold, adventurous, thrill-seekers - people willing to take a chance and enter the unknown.
The choice to play is yours; but since destiny has brought you this far, why not open the book...?
The Morton's List Box Set contains:
*1 402 Page book, containing 360 different real-life Quests over 13 themed Tables. Each Table is introduced by a glossy full-color illustration. Each Quest is fully researched, with black and white diagrams, illustrations, and photographs throughout.
*1 30-sided die, called the Morton Boulder (random color)
*6 6-sided dice (random colors)
*1 black velveteen dice pouch
Everything you need to begin your journey of random reality and limitless Quests!
Recommended for 3 or more players, ages 13 and up
- GenresFantasy
402 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2001
32 people want to read
About the author
Nathan Andren
5 books8 followersBorn Nathan Andren Fostey in Detroit, MI. Raised by hippies in nearby Highland Park. Valedictorian at Ferndale High, voted Most Likely to Succeed and Craziest Hair. Graduated University of Michigan with a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Policy & Behavior with honors then promptly went to work for Psychopathic Records aka the the Insane Clown Posse. Traveled the world, got sucked into Burning Man and Burner culture, became a Couchsurfing.com Ambassador, and Detroit's first Airbnb host. Co-authored the Random Reality game, Morton's List: The End to Boredom and the 2nd edition, Morton's List: Limitless Inspiration For Exploration, 360 Degrees of the Inner Circle: A Morton's List Supplement, and Quest Book, engendering and inspiring the global community of Morton's List players. Designed The Quest for Shangri-La board game, and edited Behind the Paint, Violent J's autobiography, Chivalrous Arts, Book 1: When Evil Rises graphic novel, and the board game, Chivalrous Arts: Apocalypse 1525.
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September 22, 2009
This book will change your life!
September 18, 2025
it is the end to boredom but not necessarily the start to fun
a little breath of Burning Man in your living room
a little breath of Burning Man in your living room
June 19, 2010
Morton's list describes itself as the end to boredom. It can be just that as long as you have an open mind; an adventurous heart, and are willing to dedicate at least one hour for fulfilling one of the 360 Quests within.
From making crafts, to exploring spirituality and the far reaches of the cosmos. Talking to people you never would have conversed with otherwise; to creating propaganda in your own back yard. Morton's list encourages a player to delve deep into themselves, explore the world around them, and discover something new.
The book is your guide. The board is the world that surrounds you. You are the game piece, and the only limitations are within yourself.
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I have yet to complete all 360 Quests in this book.
From making crafts, to exploring spirituality and the far reaches of the cosmos. Talking to people you never would have conversed with otherwise; to creating propaganda in your own back yard. Morton's list encourages a player to delve deep into themselves, explore the world around them, and discover something new.
The book is your guide. The board is the world that surrounds you. You are the game piece, and the only limitations are within yourself.
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I have yet to complete all 360 Quests in this book.
December 7, 2020
One of my absolute favorite things in the entire world is this book. Not only does it alleviate boredom, it really helps you to get to know people in your inner circle, as well as yourself. It will get you out of your comfort zone and deliver the exact experience the universe needs you to have in that moment. I've played this with one of the creators (sup, Nathan) and I love playing it with new friends to see more about who they are. It's more than a book - it's an experience and a philosophy. Never turn down a chance to play this game.
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