Factions, Reputation & Special Jobs
Hey all, it's time to share some more exciting news! 🧟♂️
We'll cover all the things that's been happening in The Dead Await world lately, from the big additions to the smallest details! We know the wait has been long, but we're excited to share some uplifting news after sharing the announcement about delays earlier.
Despite the delay, our content update #1 that we were going to drop soon after the initial release is now complete and has been merged with the release branch.
So, in short we haven't really wasted any time and what it means for you is - a complete experience of factions including faction specific jobs, side quests and a working reputation system, improved job boards in settlements that update biweekly with infinite auto-generated tasks and now with special jobs added in as well, 50 combat cards instead of the planned 29 at launch and much, much more! 🥳
[h2]Factions[/h2]
We haven't really covered the factions in TDA before in our devlogs and along with the new update it's now time to properly introduce them.
Each faction will present you with an opportunity to join them and raise your reputation by completing jobs and faction specific side quests. The higher your reputation, the better rewards you will get!
The Force Nova faction is a group of power-hungry ex-government officials and military personnel who have taken advantage of the chaos of the zombie apocalypse to seize power and establish their own law and order. They are known for their ruthless tactics and willingness to do whatever it takes to maintain their control over their territory.
The members of Force Nova are a mix of former politicians, high-ranking military officials, and mercenaries. They have extensive combat training and are well-equipped with military-grade weapons and vehicles. They have established a heavily fortified compound, surrounded by walls and guarded by armed sentries at all times.
The Cognition Collective was formed shortly after the outbreak, as a response to the lack of meaningful progress being made towards a cure or a solution. The founders of the Collective were a group of scientists and researchers who believed that by pooling their resources and working together, they could achieve what no one had been able to achieve alone.
The Cognition Collective is seen by many as a beacon of hope in an otherwise bleak and desolate world. Their dedication and tireless work have inspired many others to take up the fight against the zombie apocalypse, and they continue to be a source of inspiration and guidance for those who seek to make a difference in the world.
Bandit faction consisting of a close-knit group of individuals with criminal pasts, who have evolved from simple street theft to more ambitious endeavors. The Spades is a notorious group of outlaws and thieves, comprised mostly of individuals who were involved in criminal activities prior to the zombie apocalypse. As the world descended into chaos, these opportunistic individuals saw an opportunity to thrive in the lawless environment. They banded together, forming a cohesive unit under the name 'The Spades.'
Originally, The Spades started as a small group of street bandits, but as their influence grew, they began to undertake more audacious heists and operations. Their charismatic and cunning leaders led them to success, allowing them to accumulate significant wealth and resources. This newfound power enabled them to expand their operations and establish a strong presence in the post-apocalyptic world.
Within The Spades, a clash of interests occurred, resulting in a division within the faction. One chose to uphold some semblance of morality and principles, while the others remained as ruthless and despicable as ever. This split caused a rift within the group, leading to conflicts and territorial disputes.
[h2]Improved & Updated Job Boards[/h2]
We've updated job boards with new type of posts: Special Jobs and Monster Bounties.
[h3]Special Jobs[/h3]
Special Job posts are similar to other posts, but they aren't auto-generated, instead these are scripted and one-time opportunities only that offer unique rewards.
[h3]Monster Bounties[/h3]
Similar to Bandit Bounties, survivors in settlements will offer rewards for dealing with the group of zombies that are especially causing trouble for them.
[h2]More Content[/h2]
There's a lot more content in Act I now, including 7 new side quests, 20 new items and 2 new NPCs. Also, Dr. Shrooms has been working on something...
Can you guess what it does? 🤫
[h2]50 Combat Cards![/h2]
We've gone from 29 combat cards that were originally planned at launch to 50 now! And it's just the beginning, since we're planning to at least double that amount in future updates.
[h2]Long Rest[/h2]
In TDA, we want you to give you freedom when it comes to survival and making profit. Since we also offer trading and jobs in these opportunities and they're both time-based - stores refreshing their inventories monthly and job boards being updated biweekly, for the start we introduced a new upgrade to tent that allows you to long rest.
Long rest let's you pass 1 week in the comfort of your camp, while using 25% less supplies.
[h2]Thank You![/h2]
Thank you again to all of you for your support, feedback, suggestions and patience! 😇
As for the release date, we'll announce shortly real soon!
Be sure to follow us on Twitter for updates and join our community on Discord for sneak peeks and share your feedback!
We will update the prologue version in a few days to sync with the release version.
v.0.7.9.1
We'll cover all the things that's been happening in The Dead Await world lately, from the big additions to the smallest details! We know the wait has been long, but we're excited to share some uplifting news after sharing the announcement about delays earlier.
Despite the delay, our content update #1 that we were going to drop soon after the initial release is now complete and has been merged with the release branch.
So, in short we haven't really wasted any time and what it means for you is - a complete experience of factions including faction specific jobs, side quests and a working reputation system, improved job boards in settlements that update biweekly with infinite auto-generated tasks and now with special jobs added in as well, 50 combat cards instead of the planned 29 at launch and much, much more! 🥳
[h2]Factions[/h2]
We haven't really covered the factions in TDA before in our devlogs and along with the new update it's now time to properly introduce them.
Each faction will present you with an opportunity to join them and raise your reputation by completing jobs and faction specific side quests. The higher your reputation, the better rewards you will get!
The Force Nova faction is a group of power-hungry ex-government officials and military personnel who have taken advantage of the chaos of the zombie apocalypse to seize power and establish their own law and order. They are known for their ruthless tactics and willingness to do whatever it takes to maintain their control over their territory.
The members of Force Nova are a mix of former politicians, high-ranking military officials, and mercenaries. They have extensive combat training and are well-equipped with military-grade weapons and vehicles. They have established a heavily fortified compound, surrounded by walls and guarded by armed sentries at all times.
The Cognition Collective was formed shortly after the outbreak, as a response to the lack of meaningful progress being made towards a cure or a solution. The founders of the Collective were a group of scientists and researchers who believed that by pooling their resources and working together, they could achieve what no one had been able to achieve alone.
The Cognition Collective is seen by many as a beacon of hope in an otherwise bleak and desolate world. Their dedication and tireless work have inspired many others to take up the fight against the zombie apocalypse, and they continue to be a source of inspiration and guidance for those who seek to make a difference in the world.
Bandit faction consisting of a close-knit group of individuals with criminal pasts, who have evolved from simple street theft to more ambitious endeavors. The Spades is a notorious group of outlaws and thieves, comprised mostly of individuals who were involved in criminal activities prior to the zombie apocalypse. As the world descended into chaos, these opportunistic individuals saw an opportunity to thrive in the lawless environment. They banded together, forming a cohesive unit under the name 'The Spades.'
Originally, The Spades started as a small group of street bandits, but as their influence grew, they began to undertake more audacious heists and operations. Their charismatic and cunning leaders led them to success, allowing them to accumulate significant wealth and resources. This newfound power enabled them to expand their operations and establish a strong presence in the post-apocalyptic world.
Within The Spades, a clash of interests occurred, resulting in a division within the faction. One chose to uphold some semblance of morality and principles, while the others remained as ruthless and despicable as ever. This split caused a rift within the group, leading to conflicts and territorial disputes.
[h2]Improved & Updated Job Boards[/h2]
We've updated job boards with new type of posts: Special Jobs and Monster Bounties.
[h3]Special Jobs[/h3]
Special Job posts are similar to other posts, but they aren't auto-generated, instead these are scripted and one-time opportunities only that offer unique rewards.
[h3]Monster Bounties[/h3]
Similar to Bandit Bounties, survivors in settlements will offer rewards for dealing with the group of zombies that are especially causing trouble for them.
[h2]More Content[/h2]
There's a lot more content in Act I now, including 7 new side quests, 20 new items and 2 new NPCs. Also, Dr. Shrooms has been working on something...
Can you guess what it does? 🤫
[h2]50 Combat Cards![/h2]
We've gone from 29 combat cards that were originally planned at launch to 50 now! And it's just the beginning, since we're planning to at least double that amount in future updates.
[h2]Long Rest[/h2]
In TDA, we want you to give you freedom when it comes to survival and making profit. Since we also offer trading and jobs in these opportunities and they're both time-based - stores refreshing their inventories monthly and job boards being updated biweekly, for the start we introduced a new upgrade to tent that allows you to long rest.
Long rest let's you pass 1 week in the comfort of your camp, while using 25% less supplies.
[h2]Thank You![/h2]
Thank you again to all of you for your support, feedback, suggestions and patience! 😇
As for the release date, we'll announce shortly real soon!
Be sure to follow us on Twitter for updates and join our community on Discord for sneak peeks and share your feedback!
We will update the prologue version in a few days to sync with the release version.
v.0.7.9.1
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ADDED:
- Added an option to mute SFX.
- Added an option to mute music.
- Added an option to enable/disable character voices.
- Main menu now supports news blocks with features such as polls, quick switching, etc.
- Job board - new notes based on reputation.
- Job board now supports faction notes.
- Added a new type of contracts: Monster Bounty.
- Added 3 new special jobs.
- Added a new faction job board - Spades.
- Added a new faction job board - Cognitio Collective.
- Added a new faction job board - Force Nova.
- Reputation & faction system update - higher reputation unlocks higher reward jobs and new side quests
- Added: Attic in Roger’s House.
- Added: Bazaar Central Storage.
- New faction [Spades] side quest: A Thief & A Witness.
- New faction [Spades] side quest: Extra Eyes.
- Added a new faction [Force Nova] side quest - Harder, Stronger, Conquer!
- Added a new faction [Force Nova] side quest - Ambush In The Making.
- Added a new item: Narcamax-E.
- Added a new item: Midnight Bloom.
- Added a new side quest: Narcamax Eternal.
- Added a new combat card: Devour.
- Added a new combat card: Ironskin.
- Added a new combat card: Faith Within.
- Added a new combat card: Acrobat.
- Added a new combat card: The Wall.
- Added a new NPC: Dr. Emma Perez.
- Added a new NPC: Dr. Ethan.
- Added a new faction [Cognitio Collective] side quest: A Small Contribution.
- Added a new faction [Cognitio Collective] side quest: Broken Link.
- Added long rest: ability to rest for 1 week at tent (uses 25% less supplies).
FIXED / CHANGED: - Crash: While in the disassembly screen, having dismantled a piece of gear, and then pressing SORT. Ultimately crashed the game.
- Fixed: Trading/Crafting when the weight exceeds the limit can result in items being lost.
- Transport jobs will now always resupply shops with enough items.
- Reputation increase for factions will freeze at 40% until Act II.
- Job board gets updated biweekly instead of monthly.
- Delivery type jobs are now more randomized.
- Added more transport job item variations.
- Added more bandit contract name variations.
- Fixed: Delivery jobs fail to start if there’s not enough inventory space.
- Special jobs will now be automatically added in order.
- Job reward items no longer get lost if inventory is full.
- Added missing dialogues for General Mitch.
- Decreased ammo weight.
- Localization: Quest name will not show in the quest dialog.
- Localization: Exhaust in English.
- Localization: Destroy and from deck in English.
- Localization: Image blocks text in camp and supplies tutorial page.
- Localization: Entering Bazaar still pops up Bazaar Entrance English text.
- Localization: If speaking to the bartender, the random replies from Angel is still in English.
- Localization: Blast buttons are still in English.
- Localization: Issue #21.
- Localization: Missing localization.
- Localization: Added inspect item text (Issue #23).
- Localization: Upgrade button not localized.
- Localization: Missing localization (Issue #25).
- Localization: Auto service text is still in English (Issue #27).
- Localization: Warning missing localization.
- Improved voice mixing.