Posted March 14, 2021 by Reinarc
Update #4!
Itch is not letting me upload images to the blog post, so I'll add them below.
I have provided two save files in this latest upload. The first is after boss #1, and the second is after boss #2. This is because some of the changes will not take place until you start a new game. You can use one of those save files I made so that you don't have to start over from scratch :)
Blacksmith/Extract Essence
To spice up the weapon/armor shops, I've decided to add some functionality to them. Apart from offering weapons/armor for sale, there are two new options when you enter the shop.
Interaction Icon
Anything that can be interacted with will now have an icon floating above it. This way, I can avoid the "blue sparkles" on the map, which I feel are off putting. There are some cases where I left the sparkles, as it may not be obvious you can interact with it (jumping off a cliff point, for example).
Scenarios
There are 4 short scenarios in the demo, which give you the opportunity to see banter between characters. Each scenario has a permanent stat boost as a reward, and two scenarios have dialogue choices that affect what stat is received or who gets it. There are many more planned for full release.
Focus Point Rework
Focus Points have been reworked.
Before
1 Focus Point Per Turn
5 Focus Points Maximum
Once all 4 characters have Focus Points, a Power can be unleashed while draining the party's FP.
Now
1 Focus Point each time you attack an exposed target with the corresponding element (1 FP for attacking an ice exposed target with an ice attack).
1 Focus Point for removing an expose with Guard or Brace.
10 Focus Points Maximum
Each character has their own, unlinked Power. Once they hit 10 FP, they can unleash their power without draining the party's FP.
This change ties FP into the element system for better synergy (at least, that's the goal).
Misc. Changes
Upcoming Changes (Expected Date: 2-3 weeks)
After that, I'm ready to get started on part 2. Please don't hesitate to reach out with feedback, good or bad. Thank you for downloading my game ^_^.