The sign I created has a sturdy metallic base and cap. The whole sign would be large and heavy, so it needs a substantial base. I wanted the asset to appear as if it could be set in place and wouldn’t move for generations if it was left undisturbed. For the general shape this piece on the Unity Art store provided a rough outline for the general shape.
For the actual sign part, I wanted it to appear as if the wood is bolstered by an iron frame to provide structure. The icon embossed on sign itself is an alpha channel icon that has a shiny metallic texture applied so it catches the light and suggests the forge operates under a banner of a larger entity rather than operating alone.
While not a direct influence on this asset I wanted it to appear as if it could be part of an Amon Amarth music video. This band has a strong Viking influence in all of their work and these assets are built around that look.
