Here are the cheats that will be available for Paddlestar Galactica XI participants:
Standard Cheats (may be used at any time and last for two points):
- Frack That ($600)
Cancel out any one cheat that your opponent tries to play. Limited to no more than eight per team. - Total Eclipse of the Pong ($400)
Your opponent must wear impenetrable sunglasses. - Cylon Swap ($300)
You can ask a friend, colleague, family member, or frenemy to play for you. - Starbuck’s Revenge ($300)
Swap your opponent’s paddle for a fly swatter. - Skywalkered ($200)
Your opponent must play with one hand in a pocket or behind their back. - Reverse the Polarity ($200)
Your opponent must use their non-dominant hand. - Paddle-Fracked ($100)
Your opponent must use their hand as a paddle.
One-Point Specials (last for one point instead of two):
- Meteor Shower ($75) – NEW!
Get an extra ball that you can add into play at any point during the game. - Airlocked ($50)
Your opponent must start the next point three steps back. Limit three per point and nine per match. - Activate Firewell ($50)
Use two paddles instead of one.
Paddlestar Galactica XI will take place on March 29th, 2025 from 12:30 PM to 4 PM at Kraken Kourts and Skates (514 Rhode Island Ave NE). Additional information on this year’s iteration of 826DC’s most popular tournament fundraiser can be found here.