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Arrow's original hand-drawn island map for Voyage of the Arrow
Original map
Voyage of the Arrow gameplay with world map, boat, timer, and treasure counter
Gameplay

A game by Arrow

Voyage of the Arrow

Treasure Run

Set sail across Arrow’s island world and recover five treasure chests before time runs out. Navigate changing wind and swell while avoiding sea monsters, whirlpools, and storms.

  • Steer with the arrow keys
  • Find all five treasure chests in five minutes
  • Press Space to pause, M for music, and S for effects
  • Finish a run to sign the local voyage log
Play Game

Opens in a separate window. Best played with a keyboard.

Willow's original hand-drawn world map for Matilija Forest
Original map
Pril exploring Matilija Forest during gameplay
Gameplay

A game by Willow

Matilija Forest

Pril's Adventure

Explore a hand-drawn fantasy world as Pril, a young fairy carrying the Sparrow Sword. The first playable chapter brings Willow’s original map, characters, creatures, and Matilija Forest to life.

  • Move with the arrow keys or WASD
  • Swing the Sparrow Sword with Space
  • Press M to open Willow’s world map
  • Collect apples, explore the village, and watch for forest creatures
Play Game

Opens in a separate window. Best played with a keyboard.

Start with a pencil

Make Your Own Game World

Willow and Arrow began with drawings. Download the same three blank templates to map your world, design a character, and invent the items that shape the adventure.

Blank printable world map worksheet with a coordinate grid

World Map

Sketch regions, landmarks, paths, hazards, and the places where your story begins and ends.

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Blank printable character design worksheet with front, side, and back grids

Character Design

Draw the front, side, and back views of your hero, then define their powers and personality.

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Blank printable video game items worksheet with four drawing grids

Items Sheet

Invent weapons, tools, treasure, keys, potions, and the objects that make your game memorable.

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