I spoke with the creator of Shattered Legacy- here are his answers to my questions:
Q: Please describe your trading card game!
A: Shattered Legacy is a multiversal fantasy-battle trading card game created by Chuck Bailey and myself (Gilbert "Gil" Ortiz ). We seek to combine collectability, gameplay, and impactful storytelling to create a franchise with a constructive and positive community for years to come. You appoint a Domain Master, recruit Vassals, contract supporters to those vassals and cast various spells. You can also disrupt gameplay using powerful action cards and get a constant bonus from blessings.
Q: What inspired you to create your own TCG?
A: Since I was a child I've always wanted to make my own card game. And as an adult, it seemed like there were so many new TCG's, it was honestly discouraging. But the past few years has show a good amount of indie card games getting funded and I figured I would rather try then live my life knowing I never did. When I decided I wanted to make a card game I told my friends and Chuck was the first one to say "I'm down! Let's do it!".
Q: What TCGs did you grow up playing as a kid?
A: Out of the big 3, I would say, I enjoyed playing Yu-Gi-Oh!, I collected Pokémon, and I liked MTG cards, but never owned any.
Q: What sets Shattered Legacy apart from other TCGs?
A: 1 unique thing about SLTCG is the battle system. Most of the battles are "Vassal on Vassal" combat, but once you've cleared the opponents field you can either attack their Domain Master. When Domain Masters are destroyed the controller loses half their Life Points (no matter what the number is). So there is always a chance you can make a comeback on the next turn even if its not looking like you will win. If they don't have a Domain Master or any Vassals, you can attack their Life Points Directly.
Q: How did you come up with the name Shattered Legacy?
A: Well believe it or not, when we started out (before we went public on socials) we were working with a different name entirely, but at the time, a set for another TCG was released and it had the same name, so to avoid confusion we changed it to Shattered Legacy. The name came from the premise of the story, where the fabric of the multiverse gets "shattered", causing an infinite amount of universes to converge and clash with each other. Also a big reason for me starting this game was wanting to be remembered for something after I die. I want this to become my "Legacy".
Q: How long have you been working on the game?
A: Its been an idea for a long time, but actually working on it, I'd say about a year. (We went live on socials in June of 2022)
Q: What is the illustration/design process like?
A: Basically I brainstorm ideas with my Loremaster Chuck, from there we get a rough idea of what the illustration needs to be. Then we will give the artist their prompt for the peice(s), pay them and provide references or sketches to help them out if they need it.
Q: What are your future plans for Shattered Legacy?
A: We have a lot planned. Concerning the TCG, our first base set is set to launch at the end of the year, and after that we have almost a dozen main sets and side sets planned after the base set, each additional set adding to the story and adding more characters and playstyles.
My personal goal is to have the 2nd and 3rd sets at least 90% complete before launching the first main set.
On the literary side, we have book coming out alongside our base set. It will be 200+ pages. We will release them chapter by chapter at first (first chapter is in hand and shipping Feb. 2023) and then after the 10 illustrated chapters are finished we will compile them into 1 book.
We have various Games planned as well. I have a 2d sidescrolling platform I am currently working on, Chuck has a 2d jrpg style game he wants to create and ultimately we want a souls-like game as well as a dedicated online virtual client (although those are years away).
Q: Will you be at any upcoming conventions?
A: We will definitely be at every Collect-A-Con this year. We are also considering Twin Cities Con and Pax Unplugged if our schedule allows it.
Q: Do you have any advice for someone looking to make their own TCG?
A: Well, advice would be prepared to spend a lot of money and make sure you have people helping you out. I know I couldn't do all of this without Chuck and Jheo helping me when I get stuck on an idea.
For more, check out @shatteredlegacytcg on Instagram
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