Beyond the Gates of Hell

[+ Dark Influence 251]

Beyond the Gates of Hell

 

Genre: Fantasy, RPG, Sci-Fi

 

Game Progression: Halted for an unknown amount of time - Too much work, too little time.

 

Recruitment: Game development has been halted.

 

This game is non-commercial.

 

 

Setting: Set in a fictional world called Ulberoth after an event known as The Merikar War, an event which literally changed the world.

 

The Ashaeon Empire (AKA: Ashaeon) - Military-based faction which was formed exactly 88 years before The Merikar War, this empire has never fallen since, the people of Ashaeon don't believe in the Four Gods.

 

The Anvidus Republic (AKA: Anvidus) - Trade-based faction which is also the subject of many rumors, it was formed exactly 41 years before The Merikar War and has endured despite opposition, the people of Anvidus frequently worship the Four Gods.

 

The Kingdom of Desphara (AKA: Desphara) - Diplomatic-based faction which was formed exactly 30 years before The Merikar War, this kingdom was almost completely conquered during The Merikar War, the people of Desphara acknowledge the presence of the Four Gods but don't worship them.

 

You play the role of a military leader and kingdom administrator as he attempts to stop Elizar Zain from starting another Artifact Sword War while also trying to prevent another invasion by the Ashaeon Empire, the protagonist will encounter various people who will follow him into battle if you choose to help them.

 

Note: This game will have LOTS of content, the player will be thrown into a futuristic setting at times.

 

Story:

He stands holding an Artifact Sword ...

His foe stands holding another Artifact Sword ...

Their swords clash...

A battle in the depths of Hell...

Gates cast open and flames blaze across the world...

A world of deception and chaos...

Secret plots and constant wars inviting disaster...

Hell spills forth...

His companions fight the tide...

All are unaware of the true threat however...

 

Chapter 1

 

It has been more than two years since The Merikar War but the devestation left by the war still scars the world, the Ashaeon Empire is threatening war on the Kingdom of Desphara, madmen are plotting world conquest and Korridur has erupted into a state of civil war, Zavran Markay has been tasked by the Prefect of Desphara with passifying the Ashaeon Empire, keeping Desphara itself under control and with finding Elizar Zain.

 

It should have been a simple task for Zavran Markay but some things that seem easy can be far more difficult than they seem, the moment he stepped out of the palace and into the streets of Desphara what he saw was quite troubling...

 

Note: 4 Chapters, the story is far from finished, Chapter 1 is all planned out.

 

Characters:

 

Protagonist

Zavran Markay - Leader Tank (Can take the most damage compared to any other character)

Handles matters of kingdom administration for Lord Lazriun the Prefect of Desphara, Lord Lazriun is still a child which is the reason for Zavran being the administrator. Zavran takes his duties as Desphara's General and Regent very seriously, as a child Zavran was always taking an active interest in anything with a leadership role requirement, he was raised by Mason Valiger in Desphara due to his parents having been killed by assassins.
Most Important Stats: Defense and Magic Defense

 

Companions

Matus Cavador - Melee Attacker (Can not wear armour, uses only Melee Offensive skills)

A cheerful man who was living in a cave before Zavran found him, his cheerful disposition never seems to change regardless of the situation. He is rumoured to be the keeper of the Artifact Sword Kylis though he has denied this several times. He has extreme amounts of physical strength.
Most Important Stats: Attack and Agility

 

Kelia Tamra - Substitute Tank (Can take more damage than any other companion)

She defended Antaeur Castle during The Merikar War in place of Commander Azin Danul who had fallen ill a few days before the battle, despite the battle being a victory Azin Danul died from his illness leaving Kelia as the permanent commander for Antaeur Castle. She is determined to prove she can be just as capable as any man when in command of military forces.
Most Important Stats: Defense and Magic Defense

 

Leisa Markay - Magic Attacker (Uses Magic Offensive skills, has some Magic Defensive skills)

Zavran's sister though it is actually unknown if they are related by blood, neither of them remember each other from any part of their childhood. She became the Archmage of Desphara and joined the Council of Desphara when Terrance Valiger saw great potential in her. She claims to have been to an alternate dimension twice but these claims have never been verified, she has an almost unnatural level of control over magic in general.
Most Important Stats: Magic Attack and Magic Defense

 

Aaron Baleus - Tactician (Does not fight, uses only Tactical skills)

Aaron has been a strategist ever since his school years, he continues to perfect his control over the battlefield with every battle he participates in. He is very distrustful of Antonus Drey due to reports of Antonus Drey leading attacks against several Desphara villages. He and Gerard Lazriun were students at the Manafar Academy in Desphara, the academy was burned to the ground several years before Gerard became king, Aaron personally supervised the reconstruction of the academy after Gerard requested it be rebuilt.
Most Important Stats: Agility and Luck

 

Sandra Lebran - Healer (Does not fight, uses only Utility skills)

Most of Ulberoth's inhabitants think Demons when they hear the name Lebran, the Lebran family name has been tied to Demons for thousands of years, some members of the family actively participate in Demon summoning. Sandra refuses to be bound to the same prejudice, however despite her best efforts most people avoid her anyway, not much else is known about her.
Most Important Stats: Agility and Magic Defense

 

Antonus Drey - AoE Attacker (Uses both Melee and Magic Offensive skills only)

Antonus Drey inherited the Artifact Sword Hazestur during the aftermath of The Merikar War, King Gerard Lazriun handed it to him despite Aaron Baleus telling him not to. Not much else is known about him however he is rumoured to have a connection to Elizar Zain which makes Aaron Baleus even more distrustful of him.
Most Important Stats: Attack and Magic Attack

 

 

Credits:

 

Wraith the Elusive - Developer, Title Screen Designer and Game Over Screen Designer

 

Enterbrain - RMVX-Ace Software and everything it contains

 

Kain Vinosec - The Nothing Battles Music Pack

                         The Blackheart Power Music Pack

                         Undead Fantasy Music Pack

 

Joel Steudler - Cinematic Soundtrack Music Pack

 

Intelligentsia - Zonderland Music Pack

 

Celianna - Futuristic Resource Pack

 

Yanfly - Yanfly Engine Age

              Adjust Limits

              Enemy HP Bars

              Skill Cost Manager

              Yami Engine Symphony

 

Yami - Yami Engine Symphony

 

MurgianSwordsman - For helping me to understand scripts better so I could use custom scripts in developing the game.

 

charlesthehurst - For helping me to understand Variables better so I could use them in developing the game.

 

 

Screenshots: 

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Features: Quick Travel, Quest Book, Map Book, No Levels, Bestiary, Special Currency, Curse States, Injury States, Upgrade System

 

Additional Information:

1. The story contains Random elements to prevent it from being too predictable.
2. 93 Secrets to find.
3. 16 Dungeons to explore.
4. 3 Endings - Information listed below.

• Ending 1: -Out of Time and Luck-
• Requires: Picking stupid choices and failing to read text properly.

- You will instantly know when you are going to receive Ending 1.

• Ending 2: -Exodus of Ulberoth-
• Requires: Completing a certain special quest, you'll have to find it because I'm not going to tell you which quest.

- Once you have a certain item from said quest you'll get Ending 2 no matter what.

• Ending 3: -Mixed Thoughts-
• Requires: Not obtaining the item needed for Ending 2, not making stupid choices and reading text properly.

- Ending 3 is easy to achieve so long as you avoid fulfilling the requirements for Ending 1 and Ending 2.

 

I might create a sequel depending on the kinds of reviews this game gets once it's complete and released.

 

Bit long but I needed to include all that detail, hope I've done everything correctly.

Edited April 23, 2013 by Wraithblade

[+ MurgianSwordsman 36]

First reply! I WIN!!! Get your demo out already, so we can critique your game, and enjoy it!!! It looks interesting, and I'm curious to see what is in store here.

[Dmariin 22]

I really enjoy things that mix fantasy and sci-fi

The story seems well-thought-out and your maps look nice

Looking forward to a demo / finished product

[+ Dark Influence 251]

MAJOR EDIT: Read OP - Game Progression for more information.

Edited April 23, 2013 by Wraithblade