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In the early stages of developing The Bornless, the idea of incorporating vehicles seemed like an odd fit. If asked, "Will The Bornless have vehicles?" we would've likely responded with, "No, what do you mean?" However, as the game world expanded, the necessity for a feature enabling rapid travel between locations became apparent. Fast travel and teleportation didn't align with our vision, leading us to introduce Solomon’s Pickup Truck, the first player-controlled vehicle in The Bornless.


[h3]Preserving the Eerie[/h3]
Adding this vehicle posed a unique challenge. The Bornless is, at its core, an FPS horror shooter, and vehicles are neither inherently terrifying nor do they shoot bullets. After our 3D Team completed the car's design, the sound design team took the lead, crafting immersive sounds that enhance the experience. Just envision the sound of tires screeching as you drift through the winding streets of Farmouth. These vehicles are housed in garages at specific locations on the map. Accessing the cars involves our Active Interact System, which adds a fun layer to interacting with objects within the game.


[h3]Gameplay Design[/h3]
Our design intentionally supports dynamic gameplay scenarios. Whether players are being shot at or chased by a demon, the trucks are designed so that when a player jumps onto the back, they stay put instead of bouncing off. Although the game primarily supports duo play, if you spot a truck and have the skills to jump onto the back, you can execute some impressive James Bond-style takedowns.



Ready to hit the road in Farmouth?
Secure your chance in our upcoming playtests by heading to the store page and clicking 'Request Access' now!

Thank you for Staying Unholy!

- The Bornless Team 🖤

[h3]Want to be among the first ones who will experience the true horrors of Farmouth? Add The Bornless to your wishlist.[/h3]
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As the development team forges ahead, actively crafting new features that we can't wait for our community to try out, it’s time to dive into another edition of 'Meet Cathedral Studios.' We consider The Bornless to be a big project, requiring meticulous planning, strategic thinking, and, above all, deep passion.

These qualities remind us of...



What's a hobby or interest you have that would completely surprise your colleagues?

Originally posted by DusanHobby

I have been training Muay Thai for over a year, I love to travel and I love fast cars!

If you had to be any character from The Bornless for a day, who would you pick, and why?

Originally posted by MikeCharacter

Definitely Orobas! The main reason is when we were playtesting the game, I was the first one who managed to become Orobas, so I guess it’s like a personal connection between us two.

Stay tuned for our next update of Meet Cathedral Studios. Until then...

Stay Unholy!

- The Bornless Team 🖤

[h3]Support our vision by adding The Bornless to your wishlist.[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2411280/

P.S. Don't forget to join our Discord Server.

Calling all artists, time to INVOKE!

We are calling on anyone in our community to submit tattoo designs for one of our playable characters, Polnoch.

Jailbird. Mercenary. Demon Hunter. Polnoch is a veteran of violence who relishes the chase…


Submit your art in the replies of this X post, and 3 winners will win The Bornless merch.

[h3]Rules[/h3]

• Do not submit AI-generated imagery; we would like to reward the art of real humans!
  
• Avoid submitting images of real gang tattoos or anything offensive or political.
  
• No colour tattoos, black/white only.
  

[h3]Submission Deadline[/h3]
We will be deciding on our winners on the 3rd of May, so get your submissions in!

Participate now and let your creativity shine in The Bornless universe!

Stay Unholy!

- The Bornless Team 🖤

[h3]Want to be among the first ones who will experience the true horrors of Farmouth? Add The Bornless to your wishlist.[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2411280/

P.S. Don't forget to join the tattoo contest.

Deep within the creative forge of The Bornless, we've been meticulously shaping a horror tale that aims to linger long after you've played. While we're keeping the creepiest surprises under wraps for a bit longer, we're eager for you to meet the creative minds weaving this world. Since the essence of The Bornless universe lies in its storytelling, it's only fitting we begin with…



What's a hobby or interest you have that would completely surprise your colleagues?

Originally posted by MikeHobby

I hate cooking. I find no joy in it; it's a chore and nothing more. Unless I'm cooking a curry, that is... Indian food has always been my favourite, ever since I was young - When I first moved to London and was mourning the loss of my mum's cooking, the first dish I began teaching myself to cook was a homemade curry. Over a decade later, it's safe to say I can cook up a curry with my eyes closed, with whatever is left in the cupboards, and it's very much my signature dish!

If you had to be any character from The Bornless for a day, who would you pick, and most importantly, why?

Originally posted by MikeCharacter

I would be Harry. I've always loved detective stories; the likes of Sherlock Holmes, Fox Mulder, and Adrian Monk. It'd be a joy to step into the role of a detective in Farmouth, investigating the mysteries of the island for a day...

Stay tuned for our next update of Meet Cathedral Studios. Until then...

Stay Unholy!

- The Bornless Team 🖤

[h3]Support our vision by adding The Bornless to your wishlist.[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2411280/

P.S. Don't forget to join our Discord Server.

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Fog hung thick against the night, the clean mountain air corrupted by the putrid scent of sulfur. Two men stood as still as statues, tucked between trunks and branches; they ignored the sharp, leafless twigs scratching their skin. Snow still dappled the ground where winter held tight to the changing of seasons, the packed earth cold and hard beneath their feet. Approaching footsteps from the darkness seemed to echo, heavy thudding heels that snapped the silence from its stupor and mingled with the occasional crunch of wilting frost.
‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ “He’s close,” the stranger whispered, his breath becoming white smoke.



‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ The footsteps grew louder, as did the sickly smell of sulfur. Gudge wrinkled his nose and blinked an errant tear from his eyes. He held his arms before him, one fist tightly gripping the other. Stop shaking, you fool, he told himself firmly. This is what you wanted, isn’t it? Gudge’s teeth began chattering as the first shadowy glimpse of their visitor crested the hill.
‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ “Is that…” Gudge choked on the words, his misted breath sputtering to a stop.
‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ “Yes,” the stranger replied softly, “that is He. The Great Prince Himself.” Slowly, carefully, the man bent down and prostrated himself against the frosty ground.
‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ “Orobas.” Gudge mumbled to no one, his eyes wide with awe and fear in equal measure.



[h3]The History of Orobas[/h3]
Orobas plays a pivotal role in The Bornless, impacting both the game's narrative and its multiplayer dynamics. During the earliest alpha playtests, Orobas was introduced as a formidable NPC demon that instilled fear in players' hearts. At that time the game featured an "Orobas Game Mode". This mode was a unique take on battle royale, featuring 8 players in a fight to the death. Players could invoke Orobas at specific shrine locations on the map in exchange for incense, turning him into an ally who would aggressively pursue and attack nearby players. Orobas also aided in locating and combating enemies in the dark, fog-enshrouded town of Farmouth. However, allying with Orobas was a double-edged sword: aggression towards him, or a rival team offering more incense could turn him against you. This introduced a strategic element of managing incense supplies. Players often faced the dilemma of spending their precious incense on weapons with Haag, a merchant demon within The Bornless universe, or securing Orobas's support.



[h3]What Changed?[/h3]
Orobas's role meant his influence needed careful balancing to ensure fun gameplay. Feedback from players highlighted that Orobas was overpoweringly strong, making games too dependent on his support. The intention was to have Orobas offer a fun advantage, but not to the extent of overshadowing player skill as the primary factor for winning.

Thus, we rebalanced Orobas, adding anti-camping mechanics and removing his map-wide teleportation ability among many other nerfs and buffs. This led to a split in player experiences: hardcore players learned to dodge and kill Orobas entirely, while casual players still struggled against him. Amid this, the community expressed a strong desire to play as demons, drawn by the allure of embodying The Great Prince of Hell.


[h3]The Future of Orobas[/h3]
And so, player-controlled demons came to life in The Bornless. This began with Botis, a colossal snake demon, in the Titan Game Mode. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with players enjoying the new dynamic. Alongside this, feedback on weapons, character models, gunplay, and movement laid the foundation for our main game mode, The Ritual Game Mode. In the next playtest, players will experience this mode for the first time, showcasing an expanded, improved, and optimized version of the original Orobas Game Mode. However, this time Orobas will not be an easily ignored NPC.


Whether you're in control or it's another player at the helm, Orobas will become a daunting presence. If you're aiming to stay alive and make off with your hard-earned loot once The Bornless Ritual has been unleashed, there's only one thing left to do... Run as fast as you can.

Thank you for Staying Unholy!

- The Bornless Team 🖤

[h3]Want to be among the first ones who will experience the true horrors of Farmouth? Add The Bornless to your wishlist.[/h3]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2411280/

P.S. Join our Discord Server. Our community's pretty awesome.