A Palace Reborn: Lights, Looks, and What Comes Next
[h3]Greetings Warriors of Silk and Steel,[/h3][p][/p][p]Our fourth Steam post took a little longer than expected because keeping our promises sometimes takes more time than making them. But we’re here, with brighter halls, better looks, and new faces in the team.[/p][p][/p][p]Since our last update, two new artists joined our ranks. One of them is a lighting artist, and you’ll feel their magic the moment you step into the palace. Just compare the current character creation screen with the old one the difference is more than technical. Skin tones now glow more naturally, shadows wrap gently around curves, and the whole scene feels richer, warmer, more alive.[/p][p]
Together with our developers, the lighting artist also helped refine camera angles and ambient moods, making the world feel more immersive and intentional. We’re still tweaking things, of course this is a palace in progress.[/p][p][/p][p]Our second newcomer is a 3D organic artist, and their work is already shaping what’s next. In future patches, expect more natural, expressive hairstyles and a wider variety of eye colors and facial details small touches that make your seductress truly your own.[/p][p][/p][p]Speaking of customization we’re now able to turn your created characters into presets that can be shared across the player base! So here’s an idea:[/p][p]
💎 What if we held a Preset Showcase Contest among our test build players?
Winners get their concubines immortalized as selectable templates and bragging rights in the harem, of course.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][h3]![]()
The Test Build Grows Bigger[/h3][p][/p][p] The numbers are in:
✨ 450 players have signed up for the test build
✨ 120 content creators have requested early access[/p][p]That’s without a dedicated community builder on board just word of mouth, curiosity, and your support. Thank you for being with us as we scale things organically.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][h3]No New Levels (Yet)… But a New Palace Awaits[/h3][p][/p][p]We promised two new levels. They won’t be in this build but in their place, a brand-new palace environment awaits.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks to progress on onboarding, you’ll be able to find your room and meet Destan without wandering for hours in candlelit confusion 😉[/p][p]
The lighting here is chef’s kiss. We think you’ll want to take screenshots, lots of them.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ [/p][p][/p][h3]![]()
Boss Fights, Reforged[/h3][p][/p][p]Bosses are getting serious upgrades.
🩸 Flavius no longer moves like a paper doll
🩸 The Ecinni fight now feels much tighter and more atmospheric
🩸 Alkarısı hasn’t been reworked yet but don’t expect her to die as easily next time[/p][p]Visual effects are being layered in as well, making these fights not just better balanced, but more dramatic. We’re building toward boss fights that feel like events not just encounters.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][h3]![]()
Combat and Customization Notes[/h3][p][/p][p]No difficulty selection yet, but we’ve tuned down the combat challenge a bit it shouldn’t feel as punishing as the previous build.
If you like speed and power, dual wield might surprise you with how smooth it plays.[/p][p][/p][p]On the palace front: decoration options are still limited, but we’ve unlocked more rooms, so you can test and play with existing décor systems. Even with a modest furniture set, the mood already feels distinct.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][p]More is coming. Your feedback, your screenshots, your shared characters they shape how Concubine grows. We’re building this world with you, not just for you.[/p][p][/p][p]May your beauty shine brighter than your blades,[/p]
Together with our developers, the lighting artist also helped refine camera angles and ambient moods, making the world feel more immersive and intentional. We’re still tweaking things, of course this is a palace in progress.[/p][p][/p][p]Our second newcomer is a 3D organic artist, and their work is already shaping what’s next. In future patches, expect more natural, expressive hairstyles and a wider variety of eye colors and facial details small touches that make your seductress truly your own.[/p][p][/p][p]Speaking of customization we’re now able to turn your created characters into presets that can be shared across the player base! So here’s an idea:[/p][p]
💎 What if we held a Preset Showcase Contest among our test build players?
Winners get their concubines immortalized as selectable templates and bragging rights in the harem, of course.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][h3]
✨ 450 players have signed up for the test build
✨ 120 content creators have requested early access[/p][p]That’s without a dedicated community builder on board just word of mouth, curiosity, and your support. Thank you for being with us as we scale things organically.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][p]
The lighting here is chef’s kiss. We think you’ll want to take screenshots, lots of them.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ [/p][p][/p][h3]
🩸 Flavius no longer moves like a paper doll
🩸 The Ecinni fight now feels much tighter and more atmospheric
🩸 Alkarısı hasn’t been reworked yet but don’t expect her to die as easily next time[/p][p]Visual effects are being layered in as well, making these fights not just better balanced, but more dramatic. We’re building toward boss fights that feel like events not just encounters.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][h3]
If you like speed and power, dual wield might surprise you with how smooth it plays.[/p][p][/p][p]On the palace front: decoration options are still limited, but we’ve unlocked more rooms, so you can test and play with existing décor systems. Even with a modest furniture set, the mood already feels distinct.[/p][p][/p][p]⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯[/p][p][/p][p]More is coming. Your feedback, your screenshots, your shared characters they shape how Concubine grows. We’re building this world with you, not just for you.[/p][p][/p][p]May your beauty shine brighter than your blades,[/p]