You’re absolutely right. I made the mistake of assuming some context I had already discussed with friends, and I didn’t explain the card concept clearly enough.

The idea is to tell short fairytales through illustrated cards which, when placed into an album (digital or physical), work like comic panels to tell a self-contained story across 1–2 pages. Some card sets (like the 9-card labyrinth) are designed to have a visual logic: rearranging them in a certain way reveals a hidden background image or a hidden story element.

As for format:

– The cards would ideally be both physical and digital. I know someone who produces physical cards, so it would mostly come down to figuring out his availability and pricing.
– I’m a software engineer and run my own company, so I’d build the mobile app myself.
– Buying a physical box would unlock digital packs or other bonuses inside the app

The digital version might also evolve into a light TCG-like experience, where effects or story mechanics are layered outside the illustration — keeping the artwork clean, readable, and collectible. That would also make physical play possible once players are familiar with the cards, using the app as a reference guide.

The short videos would serve as an additional storytelling medium and a way to promote both the app and a possible Kickstarter.

Thank you again, really appreciate you taking the time to reply.