Sword of Fargoal v1.7 w/ Hi Res (3rd gen+) - Page 101

Madgarden · #**1001** 04-23-2010, 12:49 PM

wobblez, you will like the HP balancing. It was much needed IMO. Still fine-tuning it, but it's turning out VERY nice. Also, I added a special new item just for you, based on some of your whining earlier.

But it's a good item, good idea! Thanks for that. Wands, there are not a TON of wands, but there are at least a 1/2 dozen or more of each kind. I've added a new wand for the update also. Aiming for Sunday submission, HP balancing needs much testing and refinement.

LordGek, yep... also, I like to be surprised myself when I'm testing my/our own games, otherwise I'd be bored out of my skull, heh.

bluewomble88 · #**1002** 04-23-2010, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Madgarden

wobblez, you will like the HP balancing. It was much needed IMO. Still fine-tuning it, but it's turning out VERY nice. Also, I added a special new item just for you, based on some of your whining earlier.

But it's a good item, good idea! Thanks for that. Wands, there are not a TON of wands, but there are at least a 1/2 dozen or more of each kind. I've added a new wand for the update also. Aiming for Sunday submission, HP balancing needs much testing and refinement.

LordGek, yep... also, I like to be surprised myself when I'm testing my/our own games, otherwise I'd be bored out of my skull, heh.

I am SO curious!

Was it originally MY idea or did I just inspire you to come up with it? If it was mine then I think I know what it is.......

Madgarden · #**1003** 04-23-2010, 01:32 PM

You'll find out... maybe!

It's definitely a cool and useful addition IMO, especially considering you have less HP overall now.

gosenbach · #**1004** 04-23-2010, 02:19 PM

Hey Madgarden.. (I am getting on the bad wagon here)

How about polymorph? we could have a polymorph spell to turn the monster we are fighting into something else (with some special creatures having resistance or immunity), there would be a chance of making it into something stronger and harder to kill and visa versa. Some of the magic using mobs could use it as well to polymorph the character. And then there are polymorph traps..

About to grab the sword on level 20 and POW! you are a giant centipede for 30 seconds running away form from a troll before you get stepped on...

Just a thought of something that could be something fun

If you turned into a troll you would be able to have a 1 shot skull throw

Madgarden · #**1005** 04-23-2010, 02:37 PM

Yeah, thought of that actually! Shapeshifting etc. Might be fun smashing through walls as a troll, heh, or flaming bugs as a drake.

Definitely something that is being considered.

Doffie · #**1006** 04-23-2010, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by LordGek

Heck yeah it does!

Most RPGs seem to be about finding the optimal path your character is SUPPOSED to take to flow through the scripted story.

In Sword of Fargoal and other good Roguelikes, there might be a story to give you some context and a clear primary mission, but beyond that you alone will decide/discover your fate. Heck, even the developer will only be able to give you some vague and hazy tips since he will have no idea what precisely you'll be running into as you embark on your attempt at retrieving the sword.

Yes, you said what I'm thinking exactly right; the operative word is SUPPOSED. Not putting down games like that, just appreciating the difference in this game.

Mrs.Madgarden · #**1007** 04-23-2010, 02:44 PM

I've been play testing almost all day...I sacrific for you all

bluewomble88 · #**1008** 04-23-2010, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Madgarden

You'll find out... maybe!

It's definitely a cool and useful addition IMO, especially considering you have less HP overall now.

I bet it's the Wand of Puppetry! Is it is it is it?

VeganTnT · #**1009** 04-23-2010, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Mrs.Madgarden

I've been play testing almost all day...I sacrific for you all

I will happily take that burden off your shoulder

Pitta · #**1010** 04-23-2010, 03:37 PM

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

I found it!!!!
I found it!!!!!!
I felt unstoppable!!!!!
I hurried back to the surface!!!!
I didn't even looked my HP, I felt power, I felt glory, I lost and regained the fabled Sword several times.
No one could stop me, mo wizard, no Mage, no Minotaur...

So.....I died at floor 7 on my way back up, by the bite of a stupid RAT!!!!

NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!