August 2024 Update Newsletter & Demo 1.5.3 release

Hello, everyone! Every month, I wish to try to share a few bits of new content that we are cooking up for the final release. Some may not be as robust as newsletters in the future simply because we don't want to show too much, but we also don't want you guys to be left hanging, wondering what's going on with the project!

First, I wish to get the demo notes out of the way since we did upload a new version of it (1.5.3), fixing a handful of new issues that were brought up:

• Fixed crash when the Jar Sprite projectile would hit an object Henrietta is carrying.
• Fixed an issue where if the game was started with music volume at 0%, it would remain silent even if the volume was increased in-game.
• Fixed additional instance of bucket or washcloth disappearing if the other instance was picked up.
• Fixed issue where stamina would continue to drain if you moved around while charging a weapon after attacking while running.
• Fixed problem where you can roll while interacting with a door.
• Fixed torch staying lit after rolling if you don't have the torch selected.
• Fixed other items being eaten if you've been interrupted while trying to eat chicken and then proceeded to pick something up.
• Fixed Skull Wisp charge timer not resetting if it was stunned while charging its attack.
• Fixed Acolytes staying in attack phase but not doing anything after being stunned during an attack.
• Fixed traps displaying wrong graphic.
• Fixed Acolytes being able to spit player through walls.

Now, I will briefly share some new stuff you can expect in the final release!

Some new idle states for the witch cat!

Waystones are a new item that will allow the player to set two stones down and teleport between them once. This saves invaluable time when trying to reach one end of the manor from the other!

Leonard was teased before, but he is indeed the first prisoner to be taken by Fay and one that you can interact with. Here's a couple sneak peeks at him!

A new animation was made for the cursemark scene!

A chiseled blade or powerful warhammer doesn't have to be the only thing you use to defend yourself. Temporary weapons will be readily available from the start of the game! While they have much less durability and no charge attacks, they will still be nice to have in a pinch.

As for normal weapons, they will be purchased with gold rather than with tokens, which will make these kitchen tools a welcome addition to your inventory until you can afford them.

Thank you for reading, and have a good weekend! See you next month!