This is a very interesting take on the countdown mechanic, unfortunately i suck ass and didn't reach that far, but the potential of this turning into a steam game is there.
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No, do not talk yourself down like that, it is the natural effect of the Perilous Depths. They are intimidating, a challenge to conquer and tame - if at all possible. Perseverance overcomes this effect, you can do it! Become a bon a fide deep diver and or as rich as a leprechaun hoarding gold under their rainbow, just in the deep darkest least rainbow-like place there could be.
Thank you for the kind words, well noted if we expand the concept onwards, we're definitely feeling the inspiration spirit after churning this out, was a lot of fun to make.