Shields of Loyalty News

This week, let’s dive into the synergy of Heavy Cavalry and Flying Units! 💥

Heavy Cavalry brings the Shield Wall ability, mitigating damage to nearby allies when they’re attacked.


Flying Units offer the Guardian ability, swooping in to strike back when an ally is attacked, as long as they’re next to both the ally and the enemy. 🛡️


How will you use these powerful units in your strategy? Share your thoughts below and start planning your formations!

We’re constantly evolving the tactical features of Shields of Loyalty, and we’d love your input! 💬
What new synergy abilities would you like to see between units? Should we expand on existing abilities, or create new ones entirely? Let us know your thoughts – your ideas shape the future of the game! 🚀

Drop your suggestions below, and we’ll review them for possible future updates!

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The Shields of Loyalty Team

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Greetings, Loyal Shields!

We’ve been hard at work on Version 0.9, and while it’s not quite ready for public release, we wanted to give you a first look at what’s coming soon! The new update brings a fresh menu, UI overhaul, and a closer look at our new faction’s city and army overview. Take a peek at the exclusive screenshots below!

We’re working on squashing some bugs, but the playable version will be coming soon – stay tuned for more updates!

Also, don’t forget, our latest poll results are in, and Tactical Gameplay Enhancements are your top priority! Keep sending us your feedback and ideas – we’re listening! 🎯



Join the discussion: What excites you most about the upcoming release? Any other tactical features you’d like to see in the game?


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Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/NNHgz8AA

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[h3]Greetings, warriors of Mantaria![/h3]

We’re back with a special update as we inch closer to the much-anticipated 0.9 release! Things are heating up, and we’re thrilled to share exciting new content for the Warlord Faction. Along with some important updates from our graphic designers and coders, today’s DevBlog introduces unique Warlord faction buildings and spellcaster units, as well as new environmental and UI improvements. Let’s dive in!





Our developers are hard at work as we approach version 0.9, which brings us ever closer to the full launch! Recent efforts have focused on bug fixes and polishing game mechanics. Our coders are optimizing performance and resolving any lingering issues to ensure a smooth, tactical experience for you all.

We’ve also been working hard on the new unit management UI—you’ll notice it’s much more intuitive and visually appealing now. The newly redesigned artifact system is especially eye-catching, with vibrant colors replacing the old grayscale look. These updates will make customizing and managing your units more enjoyable and easier than ever!



In the last few weeks, our graphic designers primarily focused on integrating and refining several key aspects of the game’s visuals, pushing for a more immersive and polished experience. Here’s what’s been going on:

UI Refinements: We’ve made significant updates to the overall User Interface, particularly in the main menu, Army Management, Artifacts, and various in-game panels and screens. These improvements ensure a smoother and more visually appealing experience for players navigating through the game. Even the small details like mouse cursors have been reworked to fit the dark fantasy aesthetic.

New In-Game Graphics: We’ve introduced fresh visuals for the Darkwoods and Eternal Ice environments, adding depth and enhancing the unique atmosphere of these regions. Expect to see richer textures, more detailed landscapes, and an overall improvement in the way these zones look and feel.

Existing Graphics Refinement: The team has been hard at work refining existing in-game graphics. Everything from unit models to terrain has been touched up to ensure consistency with our evolving visual style. We’ve focused on keeping the dark fantasy theme alive while enhancing clarity and detail.

Shader Effects: To breathe more life into the environments, we’ve added new shader effects, particularly for vegetation, which now offers more variety and dynamism. This will bring an extra layer of realism and richness to the world, giving players a more vivid and engaging battlefield.

With these updates, we aim to create a visually cohesive and immersive experience that elevates gameplay. We’re excited to show you more as we move closer to release!



[h3]🔄 UI Updates: New Unit Management and Artifacts[/h3]

In response to player feedback, we’ve completely overhauled the Unit Management UI! Now, the artifact system has a splash of color, replacing the old grayscale design with vivid, unique visuals for each artifact. This update not only improves aesthetics but also helps players quickly identify and equip items during strategic planning.

Here’s a sneak peek screenshot of the new UI. We’re excited to hear what you think!





This week, we’re focusing on the unique Warlord faction—a special occasion! Let’s introduce you to the spellcasters and elemental units that will make your enemies tremble:



Spellcaster Units:

• Tier 1: Shaman Circle – Earth Shamans
  These mystical warriors channel the forces of the earth, offering powerful defensive magic to bolster your troops.
  
  
• Tier 2: Elemental Shrine – Air Shamans
  Masters of the skies, Air Shamans bring speed and devastating wind attacks to the battlefield.
  
  
• Tier 3: Totem of Flames – Fire Shamans
  Command the flames with these fierce spellcasters, unleashing fire-based attacks to scorch enemy ranks.
  

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Elemental Units:

• Tier 1: Grove of Spirits – Dryads
  Guardians of nature, Dryads bring healing and supportive abilities to your army.
  
  
• Tier 2: Sylvan Glade – Sylphs
  These ethereal beings strike with the fury of the air, providing agility and magical prowess in battle.
  
  
• Tier 3: Mother Tree Sanctuary – Mother Nature
  The embodiment of life itself, this powerful unit will protect your army while decimating foes with nature’s wrath.
  

[h3]💬 Join Us in Shaping Mantaria: We Want Your Feedback![/h3]
As we get closer to release, your input becomes more valuable than ever. We invite you to join our feedback and suggestions poll on Discord to help shape the game’s final stages. Your thoughts will guide us in fine-tuning the experience!

We’d also love to hear your ideas and suggestions for the Lore Pieces. If you haven’t already, check out Lore Pieces #3 and #4—we can’t wait to see what creative stories you come up with for the world of Mantaria. Your world-building ideas could influence the future of the game!

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We’re sharing all the latest news on Discord and Twitter! Don’t forget to check out our Steam Store Page and leave your wishlist—it helps us immensely as we prepare for launch.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we approach version 0.9. Until then, keep your strategies sharp and your armies ready!

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Join the Discord Feedback Poll: https://discord.gg/NNHgz8AA

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That’s all for now! We hope you enjoy this special Warlord faction reveal, and we look forward to hearing your thoughts on the new spellcasters, elemental units, and game improvements. Stay tuned for more updates, warriors!

The Shields of Loyalty Team

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⠀⠀⠀⠀As the smoke from burning villages drifted into the sky, Aglovan’s gaze was fixed on the distant walls of Rifthain, now a fortress of the undead. The once-glorious city had become a dark stronghold, its proud spires crumbling under the weight of enemy corruption. Aglovan and his army had secured the shores and nearby ruins, but every step toward the city brought fiercer resistance.


⠀⠀⠀“Captain, the undead numbers are growing,” a soldier reported breathlessly. “Reinforcements are closing in from the east.”

Aglovan’s jaw tightened. The closer they came to Rifthain, the harder the enemy fought to hold it. But retreat was not an option. They had fought too hard to turn back now.


⠀⠀⠀⠀“We hold our ground,” Aglovan commanded. “Send word to the archers. Focus on the undead commanders, and we will thin their ranks. We need to push forward, or Rifthain will be lost forever.”

The sound of battle grew louder as Aglovan led his troops into the fray. Undead warriors swarmed from the city’s gates, but Aglovan’s forces stood strong, pushing back with everything they had. Every strike, every arrow, every spell was aimed at reclaiming Rifthain.


⠀⠀⠀With each passing moment, the path to the city seemed longer, but Aglovan knew they were close. They had to break through, not only for the city but for all of Mantaria.

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⠀⠀⠀⠀The ship glided ashore, its hull scraping against the sands of Darkwoods. Aglovan disembarked, his gaze sweeping over the twisted landscape that was once his home. The thick, gnarled trees whispered of the evil that had taken root here. Darkwoods had fallen to the Undead, and if they were to reach Rifthain in time, they had to move quickly.


⠀⠀⠀⠀Gathering his soldiers, Aglovan issued swift orders. They would take the nearby villages and explore the ruins to establish a foothold before pressing onward. The Undead were marching toward Rifthain, and every moment of delay could seal the city's fate.


⠀⠀⠀⠀With his troops at the ready, Aglovan led a small force into the first ruin. Inside, skeletal warriors awaited them, but the fight was swift. As their bones shattered to the ground, Aglovan pressed onward, his resolve unshaken.


⠀⠀⠀⠀By dusk, one village had been reclaimed, and the ruins had yielded valuable supplies. The army was making progress, but Aglovan knew the real battle lay ahead. The path to Rifthain had only just begun, and there was no room for failure.

"We move at dawn," Aglovan declared. "The Rifthain will be ours, or we will die trying."

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