MaliModi Games
@malimodigames.bsky.social
I'm Todd, a solo boardgame designer. 🎲 My first game is Spellcrafter – A word-building card game of magic & mastery! 🔮Follow me if you are interested in my upcoming games or just want to talk about gaming!
https://www.malimodigames.com/
https://www.malimodigames.com/
Spellcrafter was partly inspired by FAIRY TALE. I loved using the drafting mechanic to create sets of cards but wanted to build a WORD game. 🔗 #Spellcrafter #GameMechanics #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
June 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Spellcrafter was partly inspired by FAIRY TALE. I loved using the drafting mechanic to create sets of cards but wanted to build a WORD game. 🔗 #Spellcrafter #GameMechanics #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
Not all power lies in spells. Some keep the knowledge. Meet the Trouble Card. #Spellcrafter #GameLore #indiegamedev #gamedev
June 11, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Not all power lies in spells. Some keep the knowledge. Meet the Trouble Card. #Spellcrafter #GameLore #indiegamedev #gamedev
We spent months perfecting the card layout. Every symbol and shape has a purpose. #Spellcrafter #CardDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
June 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
We spent months perfecting the card layout. Every symbol and shape has a purpose. #Spellcrafter #CardDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
KublaCon was a blast! Thanks to everyone who stopped by. ❤️ @kublacon.bsky.social #kublacon #kublacon2025 #indiegamedev #gamedev #tabletopgame
May 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
KublaCon was a blast! Thanks to everyone who stopped by. ❤️ @kublacon.bsky.social #kublacon #kublacon2025 #indiegamedev #gamedev #tabletopgame
Only 8 days left to back Spellcrafter! Don't be the only one at the table without it. #KickstarterCountdown #BoardGame #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
May 7, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Only 8 days left to back Spellcrafter! Don't be the only one at the table without it. #KickstarterCountdown #BoardGame #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
Here’s a closer look at the Trouble card in Spellcrafter — one of three special cards that help you shape your spells. #WordGame #GameDev #IndieDev #boardgamesky
May 3, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Here’s a closer look at the Trouble card in Spellcrafter — one of three special cards that help you shape your spells. #WordGame #GameDev #IndieDev #boardgamesky
We just crossed a new backer milestone! 🥳 Thank you to everyone supporting Spellcrafter — you’re making this real. #Gratitude #IndieBoardGames #kickstarter #indieboardgames #boardgamesky
April 29, 2025 at 2:02 AM
We just crossed a new backer milestone! 🥳 Thank you to everyone supporting Spellcrafter — you’re making this real. #Gratitude #IndieBoardGames #kickstarter #indieboardgames #boardgamesky
Here's a peek at one of our letter cards — can you guess what kind of spell you’d build with this one? 🔮 #CardGames #BoardGameDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
April 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Here's a peek at one of our letter cards — can you guess what kind of spell you’d build with this one? 🔮 #CardGames #BoardGameDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
Who can come up with the longest word using only these letters? Drop it below! #WordGameChallenge #newyorktimes #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
April 25, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Who can come up with the longest word using only these letters? Drop it below! #WordGameChallenge #newyorktimes #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
If you could add one spell to the game, what would it do? Drop your ideas below! #GameDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiedev
April 18, 2025 at 9:29 PM
If you could add one spell to the game, what would it do? Drop your ideas below! #GameDesign #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiedev
It’s live! Spellcrafter is officially on Kickstarter! Back now and be part of the magic. www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #TabletopGames #gamedev #indiegamedev
April 15, 2025 at 4:31 PM
It’s live! Spellcrafter is officially on Kickstarter! Back now and be part of the magic. www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #TabletopGames #gamedev #indiegamedev
So many players are loving Spellcrafter! What excites you most? #BoardGameFans #IndieGames #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
April 11, 2025 at 9:28 PM
So many players are loving Spellcrafter! What excites you most? #BoardGameFans #IndieGames #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
Spellcrafter x Luz de Luna ✨ Stunning handcrafted jewelry meets magical wordplay! See more from Luz de Luna here: luzdeluna.kit.com/157963a69c #Kickstarter #BoardGameCollab #boardgamesky #gamedev #indiegames #indiettrpgs
April 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Spellcrafter x Luz de Luna ✨ Stunning handcrafted jewelry meets magical wordplay! See more from Luz de Luna here: luzdeluna.kit.com/157963a69c #Kickstarter #BoardGameCollab #boardgamesky #gamedev #indiegames #indiettrpgs
When you score 50 points in one turn, you win the game! What do you think this spell should be called?
April 8, 2025 at 6:58 PM
When you score 50 points in one turn, you win the game! What do you think this spell should be called?
Spellcrafter started as a simple idea in the mind of a Mad Scientist. Now it's almost live on Kickstarter! Have you signed up on our pre-launch page yet? You can do it HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #GameDev #IndieGames #boardgamesky
April 4, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Spellcrafter started as a simple idea in the mind of a Mad Scientist. Now it's almost live on Kickstarter! Have you signed up on our pre-launch page yet? You can do it HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #GameDev #IndieGames #boardgamesky
Would you rather: 1) High-risk, high-reward word combos or 2) Steady points every round? Comment! #BoardGames
March 21, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Would you rather: 1) High-risk, high-reward word combos or 2) Steady points every round? Comment! #BoardGames
The Kickstarter pre-launch page is LIVE! Sign up for Day 1 access HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #Kickstarter #TabletopGames
March 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The Kickstarter pre-launch page is LIVE! Sign up for Day 1 access HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/mal... #Kickstarter #TabletopGames
Use the letters S-P-E-L-L, but change the order and add any one letter to spell a new word! Comment with your answer below! 🔥 #WordGames #Spellcrafter #boardgamesky
March 18, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Use the letters S-P-E-L-L, but change the order and add any one letter to spell a new word! Comment with your answer below! 🔥 #WordGames #Spellcrafter #boardgamesky
What makes a great word game? Strategy, creativity, unique art, or something else? 👀 Let's talk! #BoardGameCommunity #Spellcrafter #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
March 13, 2025 at 9:18 PM
What makes a great word game? Strategy, creativity, unique art, or something else? 👀 Let's talk! #BoardGameCommunity #Spellcrafter #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #gamedev
Game design is all about iteration! Here's a look at an early version of Spellcrafter, when it was still called Calligraphy! #GameDev #TabletopDesign #indiegamedev #gamedev #boardgamesky
March 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Game design is all about iteration! Here's a look at an early version of Spellcrafter, when it was still called Calligraphy! #GameDev #TabletopDesign #indiegamedev #gamedev #boardgamesky
Suits matter in Spellcrafter! Combine the same suit for bonuses or mix them up for versatility. How would you play? #TabletopGames #Strategy #boardgamesky #indieboardgames #indiegamedev
March 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Suits matter in Spellcrafter! Combine the same suit for bonuses or mix them up for versatility. How would you play? #TabletopGames #Strategy #boardgamesky #indieboardgames #indiegamedev
Spellcrafter is a word-building game where suits and special abilities make every move magical. Draft letters, build spells, and win the coven! #boardgamesky #boardgames #indiegamedev #indiegamestudio
March 5, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Spellcrafter is a word-building game where suits and special abilities make every move magical. Draft letters, build spells, and win the coven! #boardgamesky #boardgames #indiegamedev #indiegamestudio
From sketch to final game, here’s a look at how Spellcrafter came to life. ✨ #boardgamesky #gamedev #indiegamedev #boardgamedevs #tarot
February 27, 2025 at 2:10 PM
From sketch to final game, here’s a look at how Spellcrafter came to life. ✨ #boardgamesky #gamedev #indiegamedev #boardgamedevs #tarot
Can you come up with a spell name using these letters? #boardgamesky #indieboardgames #indiegamedevs #gamedev
February 22, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Can you come up with a spell name using these letters? #boardgamesky #indieboardgames #indiegamedevs #gamedev
How Todd tested Spellcrafter with players, where it started, and what changed! #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #boardgames #indieboardgames
February 22, 2025 at 12:40 AM
How Todd tested Spellcrafter with players, where it started, and what changed! #boardgamesky #indiegamedev #boardgames #indieboardgames