Die Table

Die is a simple game played with 2 teams, with 2 people a team for a total of 4 players. To play, all that is needed is 4 cups filled with a beverage of choice, typically water. To score one player most throw the die underhand at least 10 feet above the table aiming for the opposite half of the table. If the die bounces off the table and hits the ground without the opposing team catching it, the team who throws receives 1 point. The partner of the previous thrower now throws once the opposing team is ready. If the die bounces off the cup and then hits the ground 2 points are awarded to the throwing team. If the thrower manages to “sink” the die, landing the die inside of the full cup, the throwing team is awarded 3 points. If both throwers from one team manage to score, the die are awarded back to the throwing team. If the die is overthrown from the table, and the opposing team is able to kick, chest bump, head bump, or knee the dice to their partner and it is successfully caught, 2 points may either be redacted from the throwing team or awarded to the team that has just “FIFA” as in aforementioned movements. The first team to reach 11 points, is awarded the win if the gap is more than or equal to 2. My fraternity and I are really starting to enjoy this game now that the weather is getting warmer, we play in our volleyball pit so the sand helps cushion us if we are laying out for the die. This also can be a very interesting game to watch as it can be action packed and intense.

This game is best played on a table that is 8 feet long by 4 feet wide and 40 inches tall. With either 4 solo cups or standard pint glasses. To make your own table here are a few things you will need to get started.

Total Time: 9 Hours 35 Minutes – 15 Hours 10 Minutes *largest factor is the painting*

• Sandpaper
• Electric Saw
• Saw horses
• Drill
• Paint
• Paint Brushes
• Spray paint
• Pencils
• Level
• Straightedge
• Painters Tape
• 3 inch wood screws (48 count)
• 4 L brackets
• Bottle openers
• Magnetic cornhole scoreboard.

1. 4x8 Plywood ½ inch thick(table top)
2. x2 2x4 8 feet long (table support)
3. x4 4x4 39.5 inches long (legs)
4. x2 2x4 45 inches long (table support)
5. x4 2x4 5 inches long (leg support)
6. x4 2x4 3.5 inches long (leg support)
7. x2 2x4 38 inches long (leg support)
8. x1 1x8 8 feet long (table support/optional addition)
9. x2 2x4 20 inches long (optional addition)

Ensure that your saw blade is sharp, and that you have proper eye protection and footwear. You will also need to make sure that your drill battery is charged. Also ensure your area is well ventilated if you are painting or assembling inside, you may also need a mask for the clear coat application.

• Total Time: 5-10 Minutes

Make sure all your wood is cut to the proper length as mentioned above, along with making sure that all of the rough edges and marks have been sanded down.

Total Time: 30 - 60 minutes

We chose to paint before assembly, however this is up to the person making the table, whether they want to paint before or after. We decided on using all black for our main color with red, white, and gold accents. For our design we used painters’ tape for the Greek Letters, and to make the diamond on the table. We also decided to include a “middle line” to help determine when the die reached halfway on the table. For the gold splatter effect, we sprayed spray paint into the cap of the spray paint bottle, then by flicking the cap at the table, we were able to throw the paint to create the splatter effect. For the red X and red circle around the diamond, we hung a water bottle full of paint from the ceiling by string and sent it across the table in both an x formation and in a circle. To make the white center, with the black splatter effect, we had made sure that the red diamond was taped off and we painted the middle white while the tape for our letters was still applied. After the white paint had dried, we took the black paint, and while on a brush, threw some into the white section. Once the paint is dried, remove the tape and touch up any overlapping sections. We proceeded to outline our letters with a gold paint pen to give it a nice extra touch. We painted the remainder of the wood black, with the exception of the board in the middle and the backboards of our shelf.

Total Time: Above 7-10 hours, depends on complexity of design and skill

The first step in the assembly is to attach the #2 boards or the ones being pointed at in red to #4 to secure the outer frame of the table. After the frame is secured, add the supporting #4 2x4s or the ones being pointed at in red with the 3 inch wood screws directed by the blue arrows.

Total Time: 15 - 30 minutes

Add the legs of the table by inserting them into the corners and attach with the 3 inch wood screws. Attach the #5 2x4 onto the leg so that is facing the closest leg on all 4 legs. Then attach the #6 2x4s for extra support on the legs.

Total Time: 15-30 minutes

Screw the sheet of plywood into the legs of the table with 2 screws per leg.

Total time 5-10 minutes

Attach brackets to #7 and to the table legs so that the 2x4 is in between the legs, and the thinner side is facing out

Total Time: 5 - 10 minutes

We attached this bar on the underside of the table to provide extra support to the table and to give us a place to set coolers or speakers underneath the table while avoiding being on the ground.

To do simply place the #8 1x8 in the middle of the boards placed in step 6 and screw them into the 2x4s. We also decided to add 2 extra 2x4s to act as backrests for the 2x4 we added in Step 6, to prevent phones and other items from falling off the end onto the ground.

Total Time: 15 - 30 Minutes

We applied a layer of clear coat to help protect our paint job from the elements. This was very easy we got a few bottles of clear coat and began applying it on the table. We only did 2 layers on the legs and pieces that were not the top of the table. We applied more on the top to provide better protection from being exposed to the sun and rain, as well as to prevent chipping the wood when the die would land.

Total Time: 1-2 Hours

For the final touch’s we wanted to make sure this table was ours, so we decided to add a bottle opener on the inside of the left leg on opposing ends of the table. We also added a scoreboard on one long side of the table, or on piece #2 so it was easy to keep track of the score and which team had which points. Our scoreboard came with extra magnetic score trackers so we stuck them to the bottle openers so each team knew what color they were. To top it all off we signed the underside of the table and dated it so we could remember who built it and the date it was built!

Total Time: 5-10 Minutes