Gamifying Cybersecurity Storytelling

Gamifying Cybersecurity Storytelling

Introduction

Introduction

Arctic Wolf wanted a trade show piece that did more than just explain cybersecurity—it made it tangible. Together with Redonk Marketing, Nobleza created a limited-edition set of lenticular trading cards: a playful, collectible-driven experience that showcased cybercriminal threat actors alongside Arctic Wolf’s expert defenders. The result blurred the line between physical artifact and digital storytelling—bridging brand education with tactile engagement.

Year

2024

Industry

Cybersecurity, B2B, Tech

Scope of work

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Web Design

Introduction

Arctic Wolf wanted a trade show piece that did more than just explain cybersecurity—it made it tangible. Together with Redonk Marketing, Nobleza created a limited-edition set of lenticular trading cards: a playful, collectible-driven experience that showcased cybercriminal threat actors alongside Arctic Wolf’s expert defenders. The result blurred the line between physical artifact and digital storytelling—bridging brand education with tactile engagement.

Year

2024

Industry

Cybersecurity, B2B, Tech

Scope of work

/

Web Design

Challenge

Challenge

Challenge

Make cybersecurity tangible—and unforgettable

Cybersecurity isn’t usually something you can hold. Arctic Wolf’s goal was to create an experience that made invisible threats visible—simplifying technical personas into something playful, memorable, and real. The creative challenge: merge the storytelling potential of AI tools with the physical charm of collectibles, in a way that felt fresh, not gimmicky.

Solution

Solution

Solution

We built a hybrid experience—analog meets AI

Nobleza developed a set of 12 lenticular trading cards: six “threat actors” and six Arctic Wolf expert defenders. Each card featured AI-generated, hyper-realistic character portraits with layered motion states and glitch-inspired visuals—brought to life through multi-frame lenticular printing. What we delivered: • Research & Concepting—SME interviews to define threat actor and defender personas, including tone, specialties, and archetypes • Design & Visualization—AI-assisted character design, layered visual storytelling, modular card layouts, and print-ready production files • Lenticular Execution—Motion prototypes, glitch animation sequences, production handoff • Digital Integration—Landing page imagery aligned with the card system

Outcome

Outcome

Outcome

A tactile object that generated real buzz

The card set became a centerpiece of Arctic Wolf’s trade show activation—an unexpected artifact in a digital-first space. Attendees engaged directly with the cards, sparking conversations, photos, and social shares. The project reframed complex cybersecurity threats into character-driven narratives—making the intangible accessible, and creating brand interaction that lived beyond the event floor. This wasn’t just a trade show giveaway—it was an example of how AI-augmented storytelling can move off-screen, into real-world touchpoints.

Ian Beacraft

Signal and Cipher

Incredible team! They delivered exactly what we needed, on time and beyond expectations.

Ian Beacraft

Signal and Cipher

Incredible team! They delivered exactly what we needed, on time and beyond expectations.

Ian Beacraft

Signal and Cipher

Incredible team! They delivered exactly what we needed, on time and beyond expectations.

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Founder & Client Partner

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Aarón Muñoz

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Founder & Client Partner

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Aarón Muñoz

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Let’s map what’s next.

We’d love to hear what you’re building— and explore how structured collaboration can support it.

Direct connection.

You’ll speak with a senior partner—no layers, no handoff.

Clarity on next moves.

We’ll outline potential pathways, scope, and investment—so you can decide with context, not guesswork.

Founder & Client Partner

at Nobleza

Aarón Muñoz