Alaloth - Champions of The Four Kingdoms News

Hello Champions!

Get ready for some excitement because Chronicles is just around the corner! We know we teased you with an end-of-March release, but we've been fine-tuning the update and adding those final touches, so... we've decided to take a few extra days to ensure everything goes smoothly. Better safe than sorry, especially with Easter approaching. The weekend is upon us, and while we love surprises, we're not about to throw caution to the wind. We've seen what can happen when issues pop up at the last minute (Skylight was patched during Xmas, if you catch our drift...). But fear not, the wait won't be long: next Friday is the latest you'll have to hold out! You see, we're a small team of five, and while we work at warp speed, we also want to ensure every detail is perfect. That's why we decided to skip GDC and focus on what we've been cooking up for months to come!

So, sit tight, keep those controllers charged, and get ready to dive headfirst into Plamen next week! We've got your back, and we promise it'll be worth the wait. Also, if you want to support us, remember that subscriptions are open on our Discord server, and you can even join the Keepers to help shape the game with the team! Plus, the game is on sale now at a special price: don't miss your chance to join the heroes fighting for the kingdoms!

From all of us here at Gamera Interactive, we want to wish you a hopping good Easter filled with joy, laughter, and gaming on the side!

Stay legendary!

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Hello Champions!

We're thrilled to confirm that Chronicles, our highly anticipated major content update, is well underway and set to arrive by the end of this month! We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated community, especially to Roberto, whose eagle-eyed feedback has been invaluable in spotting issues! This update brings a plethora of fixes to enhance your gaming experience, along with significant reworks to companions and party management. The Magocracy of Valestrum will be the main dish of course, stay tuned for news to come! Now, why the headline referencing the Ides of March? Historically, this date holds significance, often associated with notable events [Julius Cesar anyone?] Yet, for us, yesterday marked a pivotal moment as we gathered for a major studio meeting. In the backdrop of industry upheavals with mass layoffs in major studios, we couldn't help but reflect on the challenges we face as a small team.

Going indie isn't always the easy solution, but it grants us the autonomy to steer our ship. We're optimistic about the emergence of innovative projects from the talented developers affected by recent layoffs. However, the reality is, bills must be paid, and the path ahead remains difficult. Amidst these reflections, the Ides of March usher in new beginnings for us: a fresh roadmap to share, ongoing discussions shaping our studio's future, and perhaps most excitingly, a potential release window for Alaloth 1.0. While we can't divulge more just yet, rest assured, major announcements are on the horizon in the coming weeks!

As we gear up for the season of events, starting with the Game Developer Conference, brace yourselves for a great spring and a scorching summer filled with thrilling updates. We can't wait to share more details soon!

In the meantimg, if you want to support us, don't miss the chance to get Alaloth at a special price during the Steam Spring Sale now live! Also, you can subscribe to our Discord server to get access to special rewards, perks and unique community-related activities such as giveaways, exclusive hands-on and more.

Last but not least, don't miss the chance to became a Keeper of Plamen, if you want to put your hands in the development process and shape your fav RPG with us!

Thank you for your support on this epic adventure, Plamen awaits!

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Hello Champions!

It's been an exhilarating month of hard work here, fueled by your invaluable feedback. Thanks to your dedication, we've tackled a multitude of pesky bugs and implemented numerous community-suggested improvements, ensuring that your journey through Plamen is smoother and more immersive than ever before. And now, as the dust settles on our latest endeavors, we stand on the cusp of a new adventure: the Chronicles Update is dropping in March!. We are going to add a new kingdom, introducing the enchanting Magocracy of Valestrum in the southern expanse of Plamen, adjacent to The Luminous Triarchy. Here, the mysteries of magic await your exploration. Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of arcane wonders as you embark on new quests, form alliances with new factions, and encounter memorable characters. It's just the beginning of our ambitious plan to change spellcasting and spells in future updates. We've taken a fresh pass on the lore, meticulously combing through every tale and legend to ensure consistency and coherence. Texts have been refined, inconsistencies rectified.

Spellkeep is the home of the greatest mages of Plamen

Among the myriad of changes, companions take center stage with a fresh new approach. Reworked and revitalized, they will now heed your every command in combat, granting you unprecedented control over the battlefield. While companions are guaranteed to be 100% present in Chronicles, we're giving our all to bring you a new crafting system as well, but it is still in the work so we need more time to be sure to deliver on time. Last but certainly not least, prepare yourselves for the arrival of a massive new enemy looming on the horizon of Plamen...

Chronicles will be the sixth major update to be released, following Strongholds, Winterwrath, Dragonhold, Lorebound and Skylight! But our work is far from done. In the days to come, we'll reveal more about the mysteries of Valestrum, the intricacies of crafting, and the looming threat that awaits you!

Stay legendary, share the love!

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[h2]CHANGELOG[/h2]
[h3]Changed[/h3]

• Ratkin Entrails will now be dropped by Ratkin Shamans instead of Warlords.
  
• Quest tracker formatting for completed tasks has been changed as strikethrough text could end up difficult to read.
  
• Deleting a save will now require a long press acknowledgement.
  
• Improved feedback when loading a save in main menu.
  
• Revised item values (rings, trinkets).
  

[h3]Fixed[/h3]

• Fixed a bug with some character’s animated sketches breaking down when unfocusing the game.
  
• Fixed player skill “Disruption Field” area vfx lasting less than the actual effect.
  
• Fixed damage from undodgeable attacks being nullified when the receiver is dodging.
  
• Revised various texts (typos, wording).
  
• Fixed Cleric’s Grandmaster not unlocking the passive perk when asked to.
  
• Fixed “EQUIPPED” message in Equipment view not being cleared when displaying items from the second bucket onwards.
  
• Fixed World Map infobox not correctly parsing metadata (i.e. icons) when in Free Mode.
  
• Fixed a few armors that weren’t properly deploying their VFX upon being equipped.
  
• Fixed shield The Cover of Darkness card images.
  
• Fixed visuals for orcish wagons.
  
• Revised confirmation pop-up texts when acquiring abilities, stats or mastery points to better align with the current implementation.
  
• Fixed Shadows Awakening quest objective in Moonvale.
  
• Fixed bets handling when starting a Vorastel session.
  
• Fixed incorrect placement of companions and mounts when returning in a SZ from clearing a FA.
  
• Fixed food vendor in Lindorwin reusing the same dialogue for the general vendor.
  
• Fixed Edhenen daytime random barks pool, which included a reserved bark.
  
• Fixed Mayfalls navmesh in the surroundings of the tavern’s entrance.
  

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[h2]CHANGELOG[/h2]
[h3]Added[/h3]

• Added a new achievement for defeating Lodric, The Iron Sentinel
  
• Legendary weapons have an additional VFX trail on heavy attacks
  

[h3]Changed[/h3]

• Removed “Stallion Staff” from Gleamreach Blacksmith’s stock.
  
• Added knockdown to the melee ability of “Sasha Voronov”.
  
• Changed achievements description for training with Grandmasters.
  
• If a Grandmaster can be found within a location its icon will now be shown in the location infobox when in World Map.
  
• When navigating the codex, going back now selects the parent of the current entry instead of the first one.
  
• Player’s heavy attacks have a bolder trail
  
• Changed fees and rarity for servants to adapt to latest economy iteration
  
• Iterated wearables data including resistances and trade prices
  

[h3]Fixed[/h3]

• Revised some codex entries’ texts and arts.
  
• Fixed enemy “Spectral Circle Warlock” missing some SFX.
  
• Fixed regression on enemy “Razen”, stunning the player on each melee attack.
  
• Wandering unit fights are now considered as victories (i.e. they now count towards Grandmasters’ passive skills unlock).
  
• Fixed Necklace of Determination wrong card data, showing two different Lesser Necklaces with same values
  
• Fixed Necklace of Frost Resistance data
  
• Fixed typos around, following a new round of proof reading
  
• Various minor tweaks
  

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