Author Topic: Promo card ideas (Read 3160 times)

Terry Markoff · « **on:** July 27, 2018, 05:41:32 PM »

Rob said that he would agree to create a promo card that I would be able to give as a way of promoting my latest chapter book. Nothing that would create headaches for players, just a card with a cool looking character or enhancement.

I am soliciting ideas, artwork, special ability (nothing game changing).

I’m sure you would get credit for the design. I expect the book to be in print before the end of this year.

Thanks for your time and consideration. I hope to see you all at Nats.

Ironisaac · « **Reply #1 on:** July 27, 2018, 06:03:46 PM »

Sounds super awesome! Does this card have to do with your book, or can it be anything?

bluefrog1288 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 27, 2018, 06:32:14 PM »

Can we get more info on your book?

Bobbert · « **Reply #3 on:** July 27, 2018, 07:02:24 PM »

Quote from: bluefrog1288 on July 27, 2018, 06:32:14 PM

Can we get more info on your book?

I'll second this. Something that ties in with the book would be cool - not to mention that we'll have some interest

Are you thinking something specific, like a character that hasn't been printed in a while, or something more generic, like a general concept that helps a variety of themes?

Terry Markoff · « **Reply #4 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:37:18 PM »

Thanks for showing interest. Characters or enhancements. Nothing game changing could be a previously printed card with an ability or different art wrk. One chapter in my book deals with how a trio of brothers come home with a sealed deck and learn how to play. Later in the book, while the oldest brother is camping with his class, he introduces the game to his friends.

goalieking87 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:46:35 PM »

Quote from: tcmgoingon71! on July 27, 2018, 08:37:18 PM

One chapter in my book deals with how a trio of brothers come home with a sealed deck and learn how to play. Later in the book, while the oldest brother is camping with his class, he introduces the game to his friends.

“Eighth Seal” - Dual alignment enhancement of Silver, Purple, Orange, and Gray (NT brigades from IJ starters).
Special Ability: While you are opposed, you may band a character into battle (or exchange
this card with an enhancement of the same alignment from your collection if used during a Sealed event) Limit once. Cannot be interrupted.

Master Q · « **Reply #6 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:48:09 PM »

Maybe something like this? Obviously with a higher resolution image, but I think it's a crime to not have a card with the Reassuring Angel (Ap) art be playable. *Or named- Wordbringer

Or maybe just, "May band to a Hero." I think it's simple enough either way.

Cool idea- I think more special promos would be great!

NathanW · « **Reply #7 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:49:42 PM »

Quote from: goalieking87 on July 27, 2018, 08:46:35 PM

“Eighth Seal” - Dual alignment enhancement of Silver, Purple, Orange, and Gray (NT brigades from IJ starters).
Special Ability: While you are opposed, you may band a character into battle (or exchange this card with an enhancement of the same alignment from your collection if used during a Sealed event) Limit once. Cannot be interrupted.

If it's a promo it won't be used during a sealed event.

goalieking87 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 27, 2018, 09:20:27 PM »

Quote from: tripleplayNa1 on July 27, 2018, 08:49:42 PM

Quote from: goalieking87 on July 27, 2018, 08:46:35 PM
“Eighth Seal” - Dual alignment enhancement of Silver, Purple, Orange, and Gray (NT brigades from IJ starters).
Special Ability: While you are opposed, you may band a character into battle (or exchange this card with an enhancement of the same alignment from your collection if used during a Sealed event) Limit once. Cannot be interrupted.

If it's a promo it won't be used during a sealed event.

Yes, my post was originally in jest. Just for fun and based on the story (hence the sealed part). However, I do think it would be cool to be able to exchange with a card outside of the drafted cards, but in a way that could not be something OP.

Anyway, you are right. It would just need to be something other than a promo in order for that to work.

Ironisaac · « **Reply #9 on:** July 27, 2018, 11:10:05 PM »

I'll periodically update this post with new cards I make. there won't really be a theme, but they will all be fun but fairly simple cards. here's the first one!

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I'll be honest, this second one may be busted with Hidden Treasures, but maybe it's fine, idk.

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Asahel24601 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 28, 2018, 03:01:33 AM »

On a slightly different vein from the others, how about an enhancement about one of the many redemptions in the bible? And because Photoshop is a thing and poor impulse control when it's involved, here's a pretty(ish) look at what it may look like:

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OstenLovesMelk · « **Reply #11 on:** August 20, 2018, 12:46:23 AM »

Hey Terry, I know we talked a bit at Nats about the card stuff and I drew up one for ya. I figured since the book revolved around children the card that came with it should follow a similar idea. It's not perfect though, the program I use on my computer doesn't have the exact font that the cards use for the title and the numbers in the icon box, but I hope you like it anyway. I can make changes if it isn't exactly what you want, so criticism is welcome.

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