The Grimwood:
A Chaotic Card Game

The Grimwood is a strategic card game where players collect settings, animals, and “mythics”, various legendary creatures in order to escape the The Grimwood, a terribly dangerous forest.

Package design

The package design for the Grimwood card game represents the body of a supernatural creature. The opening of the box acts as a mouth, which tucks away into the flap on its chin, holding it firmly closed. The star symbol in the logo is visible as the corner embellishments. The scales, which take up the “torso” of the package, are raised, giving the package texture, as if it were alive.

The cards

The revision of The Grimwood's playing cards, which are the entirety of the game, keep the original dark color scheme and art-centric layout. However, these revisions adhere to a more consistent style, prioritizing the terrifyingly intricate details in facial features and fur. The type allows for more of the artwork to be seen, whilst also tying into the mystical and magical nature of the logotype. These cards look as if they might be found in a dangerous magical forest in a world full of runes and hidden secrets.

Instruction Card

The instruction card, of which there are four copies, accompanies the players as they take their turns. It acts as a quick reference guide for how to play the game, as well as how to count points at the end to determine a winner.

Credits

Course

ADES 3545.503 Spring 2023
University of North Texas
Source Material

grimwood.co
Fonts

Bradley DJR Regular
New Atten
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