Hey there folks,
Hope you're all doing well in this fine summer weather! We've been hard at work on implementing quite a few new features... that we'll keep secret for now! Now don't worry, we still have plenty to share regardless. Without further ado, here is our first Dev Update of July - with your weekly dose of friendly feline attached to it.
This adorable fellow is named Kaiju, and he's our Graphic Programmer's companion
Here Be Monsters!
Enough talk about adventurers, where are the monsters at? Give those poor goblins a break and show us something new. Well well well, today's your lucky day - for we're about to reveal not one, not two... but four new monsters you can look forward to meet in Solasta!
My path is paved with bones, with steel and strength I shall crush you!
Our first monster is the Minotaur - winner of the February Community Vote, defeating the Ettin, the Ettercap and the Badlands Troll to be crowned the victor! This massive monstrosity is known for its extremely dangerous charge, which can easily down any lesser armored adventurer.
Aaaah, fresh meat.
Our second monster is the Ghoul, well known for roaming in packs under the cover of the night, ever looking for humanoid flesh to satisfy their unending hunger. Considering the extreme environment of the Badlands, it is no surprise to see that undeads would thrive in at least some areas. It is, of course, accompanied by their big brother the Ghast - our third monster of today.
Big brother Ghast is currently only in their 2D stage of creation.
Finishing off today's roster is going to be another undead foe, the Wight. Intelligent undead humanoids, Wights are said to be mortals once driven by dark desire and great vanity. Unlike most "lesser" undead beings, Wights are very adept at using weapons, and those who think that they can be easily pick off from afar will quickly change their tune after being turned into pincushions themselves. Among the more terrifying rumors about Wights is their ability to turn anyone they slay into a zombie under their command, preventing any attempt at resurrecting the victim. No one knows if it's true or simply folktales, for few would be willing to test that theory.
You aren't the first paladin I've met - and you won't be the last.
As to where you would meet such monsters, let me give you a little taste...
Hello? Anyone here? Alright folks, seems like we're a bit late to the party.
Did Anyone Order a (Face)lift?
You've said it, we've said it - none of us are satisfied with the current faces in Solasta. This is why we've been working on it behind the scene - and today we're ready to show you a first glance at what we're working on. We've changed methods on how to create faces, here is our first trial using the new process!
The first in a long list of faces that will be replaced. And by a long list, I mean every face produced so far.
We've said it before and we'll say it again: your feedback matters. Thank you for the time you spend talking about the game, sharing your excitement (and concerns!) with us and other fans!
Environment Artists, Reporting For Duty
Good environment artists are able to make a location come to life, with little details and polish that just make you feel like the area isn't just somewhere for your party goes through - but an important part of the world supporting the game. Places where people live, places where monsters hunt, places left untouched for centuries... Yet, they're most often not those people talk about when the game comes out. So here is some of their recent work for you to enjoy!
The once bland pavement of Caer Cyflen now has motifs and small roads for visitors to browse the market stalls
The statue of a knight adorning the previous barren insides of a temple
Walls and other elements in various levels of disrepair, ready to be used by level builders to decorate the level.
Give me Feats, Give me Power, Give me That Which I Desire!
We've just started implementing feats to our leveling system! You will now be able to select feats instead of increasing your ability scores at level 4 and 8. Note that not every Solastan feat has been added to the interface quite yet, so what you're seeing here is mostly a sample of what you'll have in the final game.
Oh great, I love not dying due to crappy Death Saving Throws. Somehow I feel like that may come handy in no-Cleric no-Paladin runs.
We also have a little system to warn you if you're about to pick a Feat that overlaps with your existing features (such as armor or weapon proficiency)
It's a Kind of Magic
No bloopers this week, but instead here is your weekly dose of new spells!
Chill Touch, Cantrip, Necromancy
Shadow Dagger, Cantrip, Illusion (Homebrew)
That's it for today! Thank you for reading, and don't hesitate to drop by our Forums or our Discord Server.
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Article by Tactical Myzzrym
Bearhug67 of course a little oaf would pick a big oaf over intelligence and sophistication. That is why you will fall and need something.
Oh and things look like they are coming along swimmingly.
Undead monsters look great, it's cool to see some tougher and more interesting monsters than the demo ones. About the new face it's clearly an improvement but it still seems a little weird to me (maybe the eyes or the face shape, idk). looks like you're on the good way though.
Everything is looking good. Keep up the great work all!
Intellgence
Bearhug67 of course a little oaf would pick a big oaf over intelligence and sophistication. That is why you will fall and need something.
Intelligence and sophistication? I think they should stop swallowing broomsticks by the dozen for breakfast with their tailpipe.
Undead monsters look great, it's cool to see some tougher and more interesting monsters than the demo ones. About the new face it's clearly an improvement but it still seems a little weird to me (maybe the eyes or the face shape, idk). looks like you're on the good way though.
I think it's the eyes.
All is looking great! Nice work
Faces looking like people now, good job ;)
Nice work. I would choose the Minotaur as a party member over an elf any time. When he should fall you still got some emergency supplies. ;p