Thumbnail Request - Sandstorm Squad - HUMANOID CHARACTERS

Thumbnail Request - Sandstorm Squad

I would like the best artists to do a thumbnail for my game that i will make in the future, Sandstorm Squad. It will be published after March 05, when all the new apocalypse-themed props will be open to the public. here is what the cover should show.

Two teams of characters charging towards each other across an apocalypse-like wasteland (featuring the props from Apocalypse). One Team Has Crimson Cruz, The Nomad, and Raze on it, each on holding a gadget from Apocalypse. The Other Team is Matterhorn, Rocky West, and Gasolino. heres the more specifics. (the characters are humanoid, not gim-like.)

Team 1

Matterhorn - wears ragged blue jeans and a black leather jacket, holds a prickler. Glaring in rage.
Rocky West - carries a pickaxe, looks determined. wears rugged brown chaps and a brown leather cowboy vest.
Gasolino - no suit or random clothes, carries a Timekeeper gadget. looks partially afraid, partially excited.

Team 2

Crimson Cruz - looks determined , carries a Stoneburster and leads the opposing team.
Nomad - carries a prickler, expression cannot be seen behind face mask and goggles.
Raze - looks partially excited and partially angry as he carreis a Twister.

i guess that is pretty much it include the game title, 'thumbnail by (your name) ’ and 'Game created by JimmyJohns629.

Edit: I had a robot rewrite it so here is a more descriptive thing only take some of the context tho cuz the bots not familiar with gimkit.

New Edits

Thumbnail Design Layout

Background:

  • A vast, desolate wasteland with ruins and scattered debris typical of an apocalypse setting. Add details like broken vehicles, crumbling buildings, and a sky tinted with orange and brown to reflect a sandstorm atmosphere. (JimmyJohns629 Edit: only add what is an actual prop in gimkit. reference Gimkit Creative if your not sure about the props)

Character Positioning:

  • Split the thumbnail diagonally to show the two teams charging towards the center.
  • Left Side (Crimson Cruz’s Team):
    • Crimson Cruz: In a dynamic pose at the forefront, looking fierce and determined, holding the Stoneburster gadget.

    • Nomad: Positioned slightly behind Crimson, holding the prickler with only the outline of their face visible under the mask and goggles, adding an air of mystery.

    • Raze: Just behind, capturing a mix of excitement and anger as he wields the Twister. His expression should convey tension and energy.

    • Right Side (Matterhorn’s Team):

    • Matterhorn: Glaring with rage at the forefront, dressed in ragged jeans and a leather jacket, gripping a prickler firmly.

    • Rocky West: Next to Matterhorn, showcasing determination with a pickaxe ready, his rugged attire reflecting his tough personality.

    • Gasolino: Slightly behind, with a nervous yet excited expression, holding the Timekeeper gadget. His casual clothing should give him a relatable look.

Title and Credits:

  • Place the game title “Sandstorm Squad” at the top with bold, gritty typography that embodies the apocalypse theme. Consider adding a subtle texture or sandstorm effect to the text.
  • At the bottom right or left corner, include “Thumbnail by (Your Name)” in a smaller font.
  • Beneath that, mention “Game created by JimmyJohns629” in an adjusted size so it remains legible but not overpowering.

Most of this stuff i agree with, like the clothing style of Gasolino. Keep an eye out for new updates and ask questions if you have any.

3 Likes

This is gonna be verrrrrrry hard, but I’ll try if no one else will.
(Don’t want to disappoint anyone)

1 Like

Could you send pics of all the gims you want in it?
Edit: Wait, nvm its humanoid characters

1 Like

I cannot as of now, but you can easily look up most the characters.

do they have to be humanoid? if yes that’s fine

1 Like

Yes, its my wish. look at my other thumbnail topics youll find examples there done by artists like @Grapefruitt

I might do one. Definitely won’t be as good as grapefruitt’s but I’ll try my best.

2 Likes

Humanoid characters are my weakness. I’ll make one.

5 Likes

TY, @Grapefruitt, i am excited to see it.

Okay everyone, i have edited the original post. refer to it and ask questions if you have any. this is the final update i will make to the thumbnail request, I promise.

alright guys, checking in to see the thumbnail progress. how is it coming?

Sorry, I haven’t started yet.

1 Like


Ok I finished the sketch for the backgound and team 2 (I kinda just traced the anatomy of nomad and raze off of my past drawings because anatomy’s hard)

7 Likes

great job! thanks for the hard work!

1 Like

Could you perhaps add a few apocalyptic things to the background, like some of the signs or perhaps a rusty billboard or broken telephone lines? and some of those cow skull and bones on the ground to kinda increase the intensity of the scene? I wanted to say this before it was finished if you cannot fit this in it is totally fine with me.

Yes, I can add those things

1 Like

I aprecciate it. cant wait to see it - TYSM!!!

I know the process takes a while , creating a thumbnail, but may i see your progress?

This thumbnail destroyed me
I changed the text to the most contrasting color I could get.

8 Likes

Yes, could the text color perhaps be in black?