Next Update: The Emerald City, Main Story & More

[h2]🗞️ NEWS – WHAT’S COMING NEXT?[/h2][p]This week I’ve been writing a lot for the main storyline. I’ve shared it with a few people, and they loved it. So I hope it will entertain, move, and inspire you just as much.[/p][p]Here are a few things I can already reveal:[/p]

• [p]The story continues from the Purple King’s mission, so you’ll need to work to obtain it. If you already have, destiny will find you.[/p]
• [p]The heroes will feel the pressure of the world around them. As they grow closer, they’ll have to choose.[/p]
• [p]I’m going to make you suffer, and I hope also laugh and dream.[/p]

[p]Many more adventures are coming, because when this one ends, new paths will open. Remember: this game never truly ends. At least not while I live! It’s the project of my life, and I’m narrating a world where eternal beings dwell. And I’ll take you by the hand into that world—if you wish.[/p][p]📅 So stay tuned for the next update! I’m working hard on it.[/p][h2]🛠️ OTHER THINGS[/h2]

• [p]The next update will also introduce the foundation of houses, which I’ll refine later. You’ll be able to store your money and belongings at home.[/p]
• [p]I’ll also add weapons and armor with special powers, like fire resistance and more.[/p]
• [p]You’ll have to defeat up to 3 bosses, and they’ll be tougher than the Aberration. Watch out![/p]
• [p]Many features are in development—both in combat and beyond. Too many to list now. The goal is to expand both depth (features) and breadth (size and locations).[/p]

[h2]🗺️ THE MAPS DLC NOW HAS A NEW ADVANTAGE[/h2][p]The Maps DLC isn’t required to play. It’s meant as a way to support the development. But now I’ve added a new perk: maps that show exits between areas, and places that require keys or are blocked.[/p][p]With these new maps, you’ll be able to plan your missions better, and choose your paths more comfortably to reach your goals.[/p][h2]📚 THE BESTIARY[/h2][p]I’ve decided to design it in a style similar to the game, since you’re already familiar with it. It will be an illustrated PDF, with matching background and decorations. It will be a digital DLC.[/p][p]It will contain a catalog of species, cultures, and peoples of the Rift. Each creature will be described with its traits, strengths, weaknesses, and lore and testimonies.[/p][p]This DLC will be optional and supportive of the development. I haven’t set the price yet, but it will be moderate and fair.[/p][p]📄 On my blog, you can view and download a draft page about the dryads and the Gnomurk. 💬 Share your thoughts: Is this the kind of bestiary you want? What’s missing? Dark or light background? Would it be useful in .epub format?[/p][p]Comment here, on the blog, or in the Community!
[/p][h2]✍️ NOVEL[/h2][p]A medium-term project is the novel. Both you, my dear adventurers, and beta readers have told me I must turn it into a book.[/p][p]So I’m gradually gathering the story, which I’ll expand and unify. I may publish the novel. Most likely, I’ll release it here on Steam, as a support DLC.[/p][p]But this is a side project. The top priority is the game, then the bestiary. The novel is forming in parallel, since it’s the game’s stories in book format.[/p][p]📣 Are you excited about the novel? Tell me in the comments! You’ll make me very happy.[/p][h2]🙏 THANK YOU[/h2][p]THANK YOU for playing Caverns and Dryads, adventurer. I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. Stay tuned while I work on this update. I can’t wait to share it with you![/p]