Destiny of End
11-11-2019, 06:53 PM
I suppose it's been a while since I've had any real tangible updates on Destiny of End and the progress made thereof.
Let's begin.
Point 1: REDESIGNS!
Redesigning some of the characters with variations of what they are, or scrapping it and starting over has been an interesting internal discussion with Me, Myself, Other Me, and even I have gotten involved!
Jokes aside, I've redesigned Sheena so far. I'm brainstorming ideas for Ikuno currently. I have nothing to show, but when the design is finalized, I'll probably have each redesigned character drawn out and sprited before posting it here. It's still premature, but the characters are indeed having designs changed.
Point 2: STORY!
Story time!
Nooo, I'm not telling you a story! Well... yes I am. There once was a lone pirate named--
I'M KIDDING!!!
I've been solidifying the story, fixing some quirks, eventing lots of stuff... but I've been taking my time with it and making sure it all works properly before moving on to the next portions. And the story is gettin' really good. Is it weird to enjoy my own game that doesn't even have a demo or solidified character designs?
Point 3: THIEVERY!!!
Okay, I'm not aware of anyone stealing my ideas, and I'm not worried about my assets being rips anymore. (Though I'll triple-check AGAIN, just in case)
What I mean by Thievery is... the Steal command. Yup. It was that simple. Hope you weren't worried
So, Thievery... what do I want to do? A more "realistic" approach where enemies might have healing herbs or potions on them? Or the more fantastical approach where you can steal a sword from a tiny bat?
I uh... I kinda decided on the fantastical approach. Classic RPG style, ya know?
So yeah. That's about it for that point. Just figured I'd mention you're gonna get an iron helmet from a Karula Sergeant.
Point 4: EXPERIENCE!
I considered a system where the experience given from defeating monsters of a lower internal level than yours would give you less experience, with a maximum experience drop of 25% less than normal. However, I decided to instead go with standard experience. The EXP requirements for the next level should already be enough of a deterrent for grinding levels in the same spot and becoming overpowered. However, I've also implemented a "B-version" of some bosses so they're not super easy if you trained to 10 levels higher than what you're supposed to be. Yeah, it sounds excessive, but BatBat Boss doesn't like when you're stronger than it. Give it a break and let it be stronger!
At least... that's the current plan. You're way overleveled, Mr. or Mrs. Boss will be a bit higher leveled. Better stats, more HP, a new skill or spell to bop you with... I've already tested a few, and if you for some reason decided to train for 5 hours on BatBats and CatCats, BatBat Boss will be jealous and will get magically stronger!
There are also optional bosses that do this as well. Don't wait until you're level 50 to fight CatCat Boss. CatCat Boss will be CatCat STRONGER!!!
Or rather... just a little stronger. A level 50 could do away with it in one hit
That's about it!
I'll have some screenies and pictures in the next update! Or... I hope. And hopefully it's sooner than 3 months again. I wasn't sleeping well, and it really stifled the creativity department. Imagine running on 5-6 hours of sleep a night for months/almost a year, then trying to be creative. Yeah, it was not good.
Well anyway, we're back to business, folks!
Once I get a price point on art and music, there may also be a GoFundMe or the like set up sometime! Or maybe a Patreon. Or something. Yeah, I gotta fund the game's art and music, so I gotta be "That person" again. I hate it too, but game development costs cash if you don't have the skills yourself.
Let's begin.
Point 1: REDESIGNS!
Redesigning some of the characters with variations of what they are, or scrapping it and starting over has been an interesting internal discussion with Me, Myself, Other Me, and even I have gotten involved!
Jokes aside, I've redesigned Sheena so far. I'm brainstorming ideas for Ikuno currently. I have nothing to show, but when the design is finalized, I'll probably have each redesigned character drawn out and sprited before posting it here. It's still premature, but the characters are indeed having designs changed.
Point 2: STORY!
Story time!
Nooo, I'm not telling you a story! Well... yes I am. There once was a lone pirate named--
I'M KIDDING!!!
I've been solidifying the story, fixing some quirks, eventing lots of stuff... but I've been taking my time with it and making sure it all works properly before moving on to the next portions. And the story is gettin' really good. Is it weird to enjoy my own game that doesn't even have a demo or solidified character designs?
Point 3: THIEVERY!!!
Okay, I'm not aware of anyone stealing my ideas, and I'm not worried about my assets being rips anymore. (Though I'll triple-check AGAIN, just in case)
What I mean by Thievery is... the Steal command. Yup. It was that simple. Hope you weren't worried
So, Thievery... what do I want to do? A more "realistic" approach where enemies might have healing herbs or potions on them? Or the more fantastical approach where you can steal a sword from a tiny bat?
I uh... I kinda decided on the fantastical approach. Classic RPG style, ya know?
So yeah. That's about it for that point. Just figured I'd mention you're gonna get an iron helmet from a Karula Sergeant.
Point 4: EXPERIENCE!
I considered a system where the experience given from defeating monsters of a lower internal level than yours would give you less experience, with a maximum experience drop of 25% less than normal. However, I decided to instead go with standard experience. The EXP requirements for the next level should already be enough of a deterrent for grinding levels in the same spot and becoming overpowered. However, I've also implemented a "B-version" of some bosses so they're not super easy if you trained to 10 levels higher than what you're supposed to be. Yeah, it sounds excessive, but BatBat Boss doesn't like when you're stronger than it. Give it a break and let it be stronger!
At least... that's the current plan. You're way overleveled, Mr. or Mrs. Boss will be a bit higher leveled. Better stats, more HP, a new skill or spell to bop you with... I've already tested a few, and if you for some reason decided to train for 5 hours on BatBats and CatCats, BatBat Boss will be jealous and will get magically stronger!
There are also optional bosses that do this as well. Don't wait until you're level 50 to fight CatCat Boss. CatCat Boss will be CatCat STRONGER!!!
Or rather... just a little stronger. A level 50 could do away with it in one hit
That's about it!
I'll have some screenies and pictures in the next update! Or... I hope. And hopefully it's sooner than 3 months again. I wasn't sleeping well, and it really stifled the creativity department. Imagine running on 5-6 hours of sleep a night for months/almost a year, then trying to be creative. Yeah, it was not good.
Well anyway, we're back to business, folks!
Once I get a price point on art and music, there may also be a GoFundMe or the like set up sometime! Or maybe a Patreon. Or something. Yeah, I gotta fund the game's art and music, so I gotta be "That person" again. I hate it too, but game development costs cash if you don't have the skills yourself.
