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Scripts of Humanity
54 Writing Systems in One Deck
Shuffle human history.
A playable deck exploring 54 writing systems through their symbols, materials, stories, and history.
Concept artwork using the current prototype design. Final manufactured appearance may vary.
THE IDEA
What is Scripts of Humanity?
One physical deck. Many ways to explore the written world.
Scripts of Humanity connects writing systems with their symbols, materials, historical context and stories. It brings those themes into a playable object you can return to, explore and share.
Writing systems. Different perspectives.
54 writing systems in one deck.
The collection invites you to look across writing traditions through a shared set of themes: symbols, materials, stories and history.
Examples shown in the prototype artwork:
- Tamil
- Cuneiform
- Egyptian Hieroglyphs
- Arabic
- Hangul
- Han
- Cherokee
- Ethiopic / Ge'ez
INSIDE THE DECK
A closer look at the cards.
A script name. Its symbols. A place and a story.
The supplied prototype designs bring together lettering, illustrations, maps and short contextual notes. Some layouts also show period, script type, direction and writing materials.
Concept artwork using the current prototype design. Final manufactured appearance may vary.
Symbols
Notice the shapes through which language becomes visible.
Materials
Explore the materials connected with writing.
Stories
Follow the human stories behind written expression.
History
Place writing traditions in historical context.
MATERIALS & MEMORY
From clay to print.
The campaign artwork groups clay, stone, papyrus, palm leaf, parchment, paper and print as themes to explore.
PLAY / EXPLORE / LEARN
Bring curiosity to the table.
Play
Approach writing systems through a physical, playable deck. See the campaign for the project's play details.
Talk
Make room for questions about the symbols and stories that catch your attention.
Explore
Look at writing through the connected themes of symbols, materials, stories and history.
Learn & collect
A way into a subject for curious learners, and an object for people interested in collecting.
WHO IT IS FOR
Different interests. A shared curiosity.
Language & history enthusiasts
For curiosity about how people give language a written form.
Educators & students
For conversations and further exploration around writing and history.
Writers & designers
For an interest in symbols, visual forms and storytelling.
Collectors
For people drawn to physical objects with a cultural theme.
Families & curious learners
For shared questions and discoveries across interests.
THE CREATOR
Tamilan Sankar
Scripts of Humanity is a project by Tamilan Sankar.
Explore the creator’s wider work and background.
NOW LIVE ON KICKSTARTER
Take the next step.
Scripts of Humanity is live on Kickstarter.
A FEW QUESTIONS
Before you explore.
What is Scripts of Humanity?
A playable deck exploring 54 writing systems through their symbols, materials, stories, and history.
Is this a physical deck?
Yes. The project is a physical, playable deck exploring 54 writing systems.
Where can I find play details and the full project information?
Visit the Kickstarter campaign for the project's current details before deciding to back it.
Where should I check rewards, shipping and delivery information?
Check the Kickstarter campaign for current reward information and any production or delivery updates. This page does not make separate fulfillment promises.
