The curse of banknotes refers to the negative consequences that can arise from the use of physical currency. While banknotes serve as a widely accepted medium of exchange, their existence also poses several drawbacks. One of the main issues with banknotes is the risk of counterfeiting. Criminals can reproduce banknotes with relative ease, leading to a loss of monetary value and a lack of trust in the financial system. Another problem stems from the fact that banknotes are physical objects that can be lost, stolen, or damaged. Losing a large sum of money or having it stolen can be devastating for individuals and businesses alike.
In GrimoirePunk, you and your friends will create your punks and each build a unique grimoire on a deck of cards that you will add to and destroy until you have a book that is unique to you, shaped by your adventures.
I respectfully acknowledge the Bunurong people as the traditional owners of the land on which the majority of my work takes place, and pay respect to Elders past and present. Punks like you maintain their own grimoires books of spells and coded notes, pale imitations of the leatherbound tomes of the powerful wizards, but packed with potential nonetheless.
Losing a large sum of money or having it stolen can be devastating for individuals and businesses alike. Moreover, the use of banknotes can facilitate illegal activities such as money laundering, as they offer a way to conduct transactions anonymously. Additionally, the transmission of pathogens through banknotes has gained attention, particularly during global health crises.
Tomes of Magic
A highly detailed sculpture-like Dice Tower protraying multiple magical tomes floating over a wooden desk. This particular Dice Tower has been designed to roll single dice like they are played in most common Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons and Dragons or Pathfinder.
The sculpture is designed to stand 7 inches (18cm) tall and is optimized for resin 3D-printing.
Utilize translucent resin for best effect.
The Dice Tower comes in 6 pieces (the desk, 4 books and the "swirl" in the middle), all of which come hollowed and fit with a tongue and grove system for easy assembly. All pieces are also included fully supported for resin 3D-printing.
Midgard Serpent Dice Tower
Jörmungandr, the dreaded Midgard Serpent, wrapped around a rock.
This sculptural Dice Tower (recommended minimum height 20cm 7.9 inch) will make the centerpiece of your gaming table.
The Dice Tower easily fits 9 14mm dice when printed at recommended size and can therefore be used for TTRPGs, Wargaming as well as most boardgames.
The Tower comes in 3 variants.
The full model to give you all liberties.
The full model hollowed and fully supported for resin 3D-printing, just as we use it in our own physical production.
The model split into a total of 14 parts to fit smaller printers.
All of our models are designed for and tested on resin 3D-printers.
Frost / Crystal Phoenix Dice Tower
The dynamic Frost Phoenix sculpture that can also be used as an epic dice tower.
The files include the 3 Phoenix and the winds/shards as separate pieces in a supported as well as an unsupported version.
All pieces can be fit easily. Use translucent tinted resin for the best effect and feel free to share some pictures of your unique creations!
All files are created for and tested in resin 3D-printing.
Get 3 Dice Towers for the price of two. Become the proud owner of the Tomes of Magic, Midgard Serpent and Frost Phoenix Dice Towers. All of them also fully supported, hollowed and ready to print.
Tomes of Magic Dice Tower
PledgeTomes of Magic DnD Dice Tower
A highly detailed sculpture-like Dice Tower protraying multiple magical tomes floating over a wooden desk. This particular Dice Tower has been designed to roll single dice like they are played in most common Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons and Dragons or Pathfinder.
The sculpture is designed to stand 7 inches (18cm) tall and is optimized for resin 3D-printing.
Utilize translucent resin for best effect.
The Dice Tower comes in 6 pieces (the desk, 4 books and the "swirl" in the middle), all of which come hollowed and fit with a tongue and grove system for easy assembly. All pieces are also included fully supported for resin 3D-printing.
Get the STL-files for the Tomes of Magic Dice Tower in 6 parts. Fully supported and designed for resin 3D-printing.
Uncommon Tower (0% common, 99.99% uncommon, 0.1% rare): located on the left path after passing through Crystal Caves .
Studies have shown that pathogens such as bacteria and viruses can survive on banknotes for extended periods, potentially contributing to the spread of diseases. Moreover, the handling of contaminated banknotes by multiple individuals can further facilitate the transmission of pathogens. Finally, the production and disposal of banknotes have environmental implications. The production of banknotes requires the use of resources such as paper, ink, and energy. Additionally, the disposal of old or damaged banknotes can contribute to waste and pollution. In conclusion, while banknotes are widely used and accepted, they come with several drawbacks. From counterfeiting to the spread of diseases and environmental concerns, the curse of banknotes highlights the need for alternative forms of payment that can mitigate these issues..
Reviews for "How banknotes are contributing to the global waste crisis"
1. Emma - 2 stars
I was really excited to read "The Curse of Banknotes" as the premise sounded intriguing. However, I was sorely disappointed by the execution. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, which made it difficult for me to connect with them. Additionally, the plot felt disjointed and rushed, with several loose ends left unresolved. Overall, I found the book to be underwhelming and would not recommend it.
2. John - 1 star
"The Curse of Banknotes" was a complete letdown for me. The writing style was convoluted and confusing, making it hard for me to follow the story. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the pacing was all over the place. Furthermore, the supernatural elements introduced in the book felt out of place and poorly developed. I was hoping for a thrilling mystery, but instead, I got a muddled mess. I wouldn't waste my time reading this book.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I really struggled to get through "The Curse of Banknotes". The plot was predictable and lacked originality. The protagonist was unlikable and made choices that didn't make sense to me. The book also had a lot of grammatical errors and typos, which were distracting. Overall, I found the book to be uninspiring and didn't enjoy it as much as I had hoped. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a gripping mystery novel.
4. Alex - 2 stars
"The Curse of Banknotes" had an interesting premise, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The writing style was dry and lacked any sense of suspense or atmosphere. The character development was weak, and I found it hard to care about what happened to them. The climax of the story was anti-climactic, and I was left feeling unsatisfied by the resolution. Overall, I thought the book had potential, but it failed to deliver on its promises.