SIGIL is a two-player abstract strategy dueling game designed by Andreas Voellmer, a former Magic: The Gathering pro tour competitor. Pine Island Games founder Jasper Burch had developed the core mechanics over nearly 15 years, but the product had no visual identity, no board system, and no production-ready assets.

Burch brought me on to build the full visual and physical product layer: translating a mechanically complete game into something that could be understood, manufactured, and sold.

Built the SIGIL visual identity from the ground up: logo, typography, color system, and overall visual language rooted in arcane and celestial themes. The Latin inscription ringing the board reinforces the game's mystical positioning.

Designed the circular game board, including the nine spell zones, node pathways, and stone placement system. The challenge was translating abstract gameplay mechanics (surrounding, casting, and control) into a layout players could immediately understand.

Developed the physical product system, including packaging, dice design, component pouches, and branded elements. Created production-ready files for manufacturing to ensure consistency across all components.

Advised on illustrator selection for spell artwork and provided creative direction to ensure visual consistency across all commissioned assets.

SIGIL launched on Kickstarter in May 2023 and funded at 303% of its $7,500 goal, raising $22,740 from 347 backers.

The visual and product system I developed is the version that was manufactured and shipped to customers.