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Can a skeleton’s pose reveal something more than bones?

Each Wager card in Skarlybones shows two skeletons — posed in one of seven positions, matching how the skarlybones might land on a roll. But look closer. ​ The backgrounds behind those skeletons aren’t just decorative — they’re clues. Each card features a unique setting, and players who pay attention will start to notice strange consistencies.

Is this just a lonely pirate game... or part of something bigger?

At first glance, Skarlybones is a rowdy game of dice and wagers. But some players might recognize the arcane symbols scattered throughout the game — if they’ve seen them before ​ These symbols have a unique origin, tied to ancient forces and forgotten histories. They weren’t added by accident.

Design Sprint #2: Can AI Actually Make a Legendary Card Game?

I’m starting a two-week experiment: letting ChatGPT design a “legendary” card game. I’ll prototype it, playtest it with whoever joins in, and feed the results back to the AI to see if it can actually iterate like a real designer. I don’t expect success, but the process should be fun—and I’ll share updates as it unfolds.Graye SmithNov 18, 20252 min read