HumanNinja 144 Posted March 24, 2014 (edited) Genre: Fantasy RPG Game Progression: 15% Demo: As of now the demo is only a sample of the battle system with limited characters and limited skills. If you decide to play it, please let me know what you think. I need feedback on all aspects of the battle system and the skills. Brave Force - Demo3, at dropbox with no RTP. Synopsis: Brave Force is a story-driven RPG. Basically, the Kingdom of Men exists on a continent known as the Isle of Man. This kingdom is ruled from Knight's Ridge which sits beside a giant canyon that splits the Isle of Man into two. Across the canyon lies another kingdom ruled by the Imps. Both kingdoms are relatively peaceful and prosperous thanks to man's ability to harness the immense power of the Manastream. The Manastream is the lifeblood of the planet and seeps out of the earth at certain spots creating mana. The people of the world harness and rely on the Manastream for most everything. However, the Manastream is also responsible for the creation of the Shadowed (natural creatures/beings that have also learned to manipulate the Manastream). Hundreds of years before the game takes place, the Shadowed were enslaved and used as an army against the Kingdom of Men. Obviously the ancient armies of men won, hence the years of peace and prosperity. Interestingly, some of the Shadowed were affected to a much deeper extent by the constant use of mana and developed the ability to reason. After the war, these elite Shadowed were imprisoned for their crimes against humanity. When the game begins, the world is largely a carefree environment full of young adventurers seeking fame and fortune. However, their exists an uneasiness that does not sit well with some. This game is about one of four (your choice when you begin the game) heroes who has a chance to step out from under the boot of providence and make a difference in the world. The hero you choose will affect certain aspects of the game including, but not limited to: Hero enlistment, Faction cooperation, and major game events. In a world where magic seeps from the within the earth, the Kingdom of Men has reigned supreme for a thousand years. This relatively peaceful existence is due to the ability of the realms to control the immense power of the Manastream. But while peace exists, the underlying threat of the Shadowed is ever present. The people of the realms live a content life, wanting for nothing; leaving their fate in the hands of their esteemed rulers. While most simply accept this peaceful and prosperous time for what it is, there are some who sense the complacency of the Shadowed is an illusion at best. These people are ever searching for answers to the questions nobody else seems willing to ask. Berengar Age: 25 Class: Heretic Knight Skill: Exorzismus Weapon: Greatsword Born to a low-class family, he has striven to excel in all that he does and has risen to status within the League of Elements. Known as the Poor Man's Champion, he has resolved to make a name for himself. But at what cost? Erminhilt Age: 21 Class: Silver Cleric Skill: Heilung Weapon: Daggers Although born to nobility, she was offered to the Order of Truth as a young child in hopes of strengthening political bonds. Her life has been one of strict obedience and servitude. Will she ever be free of her bonds of obligation? Roza Age: 26 Class: Necro Knight Skill: Geist Weapon: Greatsword Raised to be a fighter, she is battle-hardened and dangerous. Her life at the Prison of the Shadowed has molded her into callous killer guided by the code of her ancestors. Can this young woman overcome providence and live her life for herself? Hrolf Age: 24 Class: Vandal Monk Skill: Faust Weapon: Knuckles This adventurous young man is a fun-loving free spirit who spends most of his time roaming the counrtyside in search of adventure and wealth. Can he really turn a blind eye to those in need? Or will he conquer his inadequacies and become the hero that the people need? Other Heroes of Interest: Gaufrid Age: 47 Class: Great Hunter Skill: Natur Weapon: Bow Saxa Age: 23 Class: Arch Bard Skill: Klingen Weapon: Magic Gun Reinhold Age: 49 Class: Winter Mage Skill: Kalt Fleisch Weapon: Staff Hadafuns Age: 33 Class: Infernal Smith Skill: Teuflisch Weapon: Sword and Shield Herleva Age: 21 Class: Paladin Mage Skill: Heiliger Weapon: Bow Tancrad Age: 19 Class: Storm Mage Skill: Blitz Fleisch Weapon: Staff Sigdog Age: 29 Class: Imperial Druid Skill: Boden Weapon: Sword and Shield Ida Age: 116 Class: Dark Dancer Skill: Tod Weapon: Daggers Anzo Age: 38 Class: Witch Hunter Skill: Flamme Weapon: Staff Scripts: Lone Wolf Saba Kan kirinelf Rokan Victor Sant Xypher Star Melosx Raizen mikb89 Khas Arcthunder modern algebra Galv Tsukihime V.M of D.T Ventwig Fomar0153 Zetu efeberk Shad3Light DiamondPlatinum3 KilloZapit Nicke TDS Music/Sound: Intelligentsia Gorlami Kain Vinosec Graphics: Ciruscat Mazeran Chirno-chan Special Thanks: Archeia TitanHex comfort_misha Shad3 Xypher Enterbrain (for all the obvious reasons ) *Obviously this list will change when/if any thing is added to the game that I did not do myself. Some images in the game came as part of a demo for a script. I do not claim to have created those images, although many of them I have altered in some way. Once the demo/game is released, if anyone notices that something has not been credited/credited correctly, please PM me and let me know. It is not my intention to rip anyone off. This is the hero selection screen, available after the short prologue. This is the main menu. This is a screenshot during a battle. *More screenshots showing gameplay will be added soon. The majority of maps are still in production and need some polishing. ATB system Multiple heroes to begin the game with Faction reputation system that affects which characters can be recruited by the main heroes A skill system that I believe to be intricate and dynamic in regards to customization of battle parties based on how hero skills affect each other through the use of damage formula and state A leveling system that allows the player to customize hero stats at their own discretion The graphical style revolves around the DS pack and RTP Edited April 1, 2014 by HumanNinja Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HumanNinja 144 Posted March 29, 2014 I've updated my topic with a link to the battle demo I have. It's not a tutorial or anything. You're dropped in with 3 chars all at level 3 with only 9 skills available between the 3 of them. There are four battles to participate in, each scaling in difficulty. From the main menu, you can adjust stats through CruxGrowth and you must equip your skills through EquipSkills. Descriptions of the skills can be viewed with SkillList (let me know please if the skill descriptions are adequate or should they provide more info). BTW, for this demo, if you choose any char besides Berengar, you'll be transported to an empty field with no hope of escape. Any feed back on this battle demo will help me tremendously with balancing out my skills. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HumanNinja 144 Posted April 1, 2014 I've updated my topic again with a brief synopsis. Soon I'll have an entire area of the game finished as far as mapping and events go so I'll be able to update again with screenshots. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+ AdamSakuru 43 Posted April 9, 2014 This is looking pretty neat. Keep up the good work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HumanNinja 144 Posted August 6, 2014 Just wanted to say that I'm back to working on this project again after a long break. I will be updating the OP with the new story synopsis soon. Reason for this is because I am trying to simplify the game so that I will be able to complete it. The battle system and characters are staying the same. I'm just basically rewriting the story slightly. The rewrite will make mapping easier for me. I'm also probably going to stay away from parallax mapping because of the time involved. I'm going to go with RTP tiles but slightly altered/recolored. I'm also going to ditch some of the "extra" features that I think won't add any real depth to the game. Currently I'm finishing the new animations for skills/spells. I'm also editing the RTP tile sets to fit the look I'm going for. Hopefully the simplistic approach I'm taking will allow me to actually finish this game. I've put hours and hours of work into the battle system so I'm excited to get this game finished! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hiromu656 27 Posted August 7, 2014 So have you updated the Demo at all? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HumanNinja 144 Posted August 7, 2014 No I haven't updated the demo. It exists as a sample of the battle engine only at the moment. There is really no explanation so if you haven't played around with the Ao no Kiseki CBS then you may be a bit confused. My bad for that. I'm currently working on the first segment for the character 'Berengar' right now. When I'm finished with that, I'm going to finish up a tutorial/prologue segment that will introduce players to the battle mechanics. After completing the tutorial, the player will be able to choose which character to begin the game with. By this sunday I plan on having my OP updated with all the new information and a new demo that will allow a playthrough of the tutorial and at least part of Berengar's first scenario. Thank you for your interest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
