Report, edit, etc...Posted by Ninebreaker on 2005-11-23 at 17:55:06
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Production has gone great for today![/FONT][/FONT]
And i love that.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-23 at 19:18:38
Prologue Updated:
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I am ready to leave. My time in Aetis has more than destroyed my soul. For it was the last time I would see my home. I quietly crept into my parents room, and with incredible spite, I gritted my teeth as I spectrally walked past my father and kneeled down next to my mother, and gently kissed her forehead. As I left the room I looked at my father in disgust, and thought to myself, "[i]Why do I have to be part of his bloodline?" Before I closed the door, I peered through dark room and took one last look at my mother. I then realized that I would never see her again. My mother did not know that I was going to leave, and she would soon find out that I was gone. My mothers reaction scares me to death, because I know as soon as she realizes that I am no longer here, she will be destroyed. Most likely my father will blame her for my absence. Consider me selfish, but I have to continue with my decision. I must leave.
My father will show no sorrow for my departure. I am certain that all my father wants me to do is be the next Royal Sentinel for King Tiyrus. But, I will not guard that lowlife aristocrat. I feel that killing in the name of the Lord, and for another man's greed, is in all sense wrong. My father would beat me every night while I trained. Ensuring that I am "tough" in battles. On most night's my father would beat until I was unable to walk. During these sessions, he scolded me with constant, hurtful insults. Saying things such as, "I am not good enough, that I will never amount up to him, that I am an embarrassment to the families name, and that no matter what I do, I will become a low life peasant if I do not live up to the family name." But, I do not care about our social status, or my families name. I have come to a last attempt to save myself. I am secretly getting emancipated from my family, and I am leaving.
Before I left my home, I wrote my mother a letter.
Dear Mother,
I am sorry I am leaving, but you see, there is nothing left for me here. Father will bring me the end of me, if I stay here any longer. For I do not want to be a Sentry for that pig that father lives for, which is why I am leaving. I wish that there was some other way, but if I remain in Aetis any longer, I will have to end my life. Mother, there is nothing that will change that. You will never see me again, and I apologize, for I am leaving to never return. Where I can be free of father's torment.
Love, your son,
Artemis
I stealthily slipped the letter underneath my mother's pillow as she laid silently on her bed. I could hear my father's loud, raspy breathing. Every breath I found myself shaking with rage. I do not know why I loathe my father as much as I do. But, I will never worry about the burden of living up to his expectations any longer. The thought of me being free, was exasperating, it allowed myself to smile. Which I hadn't done in months. My dream, was slowly unwinding before my eyes.
As I walk away from my home, my heart tells me to turn around just one more time. But, I know if I even take just a small glimpse, I will never leave this desolate place. So, I began my journey. As I made my way out of the village, the ground became unfamiliar. For I have never left Aetis. I knew I shouldn't turn around. But, I could not help myself. My heart took over me and that was when I made the last glimpse at the forsaken village. My heart wept, I knew I would never lay eyes on this place, for the rest of life.
By the time I reached the docks to leave, it was early morning. I had walked all through the night. I slowly walked down the gravel path, and found myself standing at a ramp that lead to the docks. I began the descent down the ramp, when I saw the ship slowly lurch forward. I began to sprint as fast I could. My lungs were burning with every breath I took. As I was running, I saw my chance to board the ship.
There was a very small dock that must've been years older than I am. This was my way on board. I ran harder and harder, the more I ran, the more I just wanted to buckle over and vomit. But, I knew that this ship was the only to continue with my life. I lost my footing as I jumped towards the ship. As I went sailing through the air, I reached to grab something, anything. For what felt like hours, I finally grabbed a piece of the anchors chain and held on as tight as I possibly could. I felt my grip loosening, for I had not caught any sleep the previous night. I began to worry, because my fingers started to slip, one by one, each finger lost grip. I closed my eyes expecting myself to be sucked under the massive ship, and my body to sink to a watery grave.
My strength had depleted, and my hands let go of the rope. I shut my eyes once again. I waited. Nothing came, no splash, no sound, nothing. Just the sweet hum of the ship as it idly made it's way out of the harbor. I open my eyes to see what happened, but before I was able to distinguish what happened, I felt my body get lifted up, as if god had reached down from the heavens, and spared my life. To my luck, someone had aboard the ship had caught my wrist before I plummeted to my death. As the man hoisted me over the side of the ship, I felt my face turn red. I had a childish smirk across my face, a crooked smile I haven't felt since I was a very young child. I thanked the man who saved me, I felt as if I wasn't good enough to be in his presence. "The name is Sonis." Said the man. "My name is, Artemis, I am from Aetis. Sonis, I want to thank you, there is nothing I can do or show how thankful I am. Thank you."
For the rest of the trip to Dubrylla, we talked nonstop. All time was lost, we were talking as if we were brother's that had lived with each other since the beginning of time. It was amazing, I believe I have just met a true friend. Just before the boat came to a stop in the Harbor of Dubrylla, I asked Sonis if he was a militant. "Yes, I am as a matter of fact. I am an Archer. My father was a Sentinel for King Tiryus! But, I do not want to let my father down. I am heading for Coniver, which is where my father trained Archery for years, it is where he learned everything he knows. I am still quite nervous, because, I do not want to let him down." I explained my dilemma to Sonis, and for some reason, it seemed as if he knew exactly where I was coming from. "You know... this is funny. I have never told anyone this. I also do not want to fight in the name of the for the King. I would much rather live a peaceful, quiet life, and live on a quaint little farm with cows and horses, with plenty of vegetables." I was astonished. I had met a true friend today, but, I may never see him again.
We said our goodbye's and that was it, we went our separate ways. I walked off the ship and I walked towards the Inn to get some rest, after the long voyage. Before I was able to make my way into the Inn, I was thwarted by a little boy. He asked if I was Artemis. To my amazement, he knew exactly who I was. He handed me a small letter, "I am very sorry mister, if you would like, my parents said you can stay at the Inn tonight for free!" I had no idea what he was talking about. As he guided me to the Inn, I noticed part of the letter was burnt and had a small drop of blood on the upper right hand corner, I ignored it and began reading:
Dear Mother,
I am sorry I am doing this, but you see, there is nothing left for me----
I stopped reading in horror, I knew what this letter was, before I was even finished with it. I fell to my knees out of frustration and guilt, I did not know what to do. I knew exactly what had happened. "Mister, my sister is here to help you!" the boy interrupted. I didn't care, I was in no state to be dealt with. No matter who she was, I did not want anything to do with her. My mother was dead. "Sir, please come with me, my parent's will care for you. Aetis was attacked, 2 days ago by an unknown enemy. Please, just come with me." I laid on the ground, motionless. I could feel the cold, damp earth, seep through my clothing. I did not want to move, but, I had no choice I slowly made my way off of the ground, and I looked up at the girl, and before I said anything, I was speechless. "Please, grab my hand, I'll take you to the Inn!" Said the attractive woman. I slowly stood up, and grabbed her hand. She was beautiful. I had almost completely forgotten about my mother.
"
I am ready to leave. My time in Aetis has more than destroyed my soul. For it was the last time I would see my home. I quietly crept into my parents room, and with incredible spite, I gritted my teeth as I spectrally walked past my father and kneeled down next to my mother, and gently kissed her forehead. As I left the room I looked at my father in disgust, and thought to myself, "[i]Why do I have to be part of his bloodline?" Before I closed the door, I peered through dark room and took one last look at my mother. I then realized that I would never see her again. My mother did not know that I was going to leave, and she would soon find out that I was gone. My mothers reaction scares me to death, because I know as soon as she realizes that I am no longer here, she will be destroyed. Most likely my father will blame her for my absence. Consider me selfish, but I have to continue with my decision. I must leave.
My father will show no sorrow for my departure. I am certain that all my father wants me to do is be the next Royal Sentinel for King Tiyrus. But, I will not guard that lowlife aristocrat. I feel that killing in the name of the Lord, and for another man's greed, is in all sense wrong. My father would beat me every night while I trained. Ensuring that I am "tough" in battles. On most night's my father would beat until I was unable to walk. During these sessions, he scolded me with constant, hurtful insults. Saying things such as, "I am not good enough, that I will never amount up to him, that I am an embarrassment to the families name, and that no matter what I do, I will become a low life peasant if I do not live up to the family name." But, I do not care about our social status, or my families name. I have come to a last attempt to save myself. I am secretly getting emancipated from my family, and I am leaving.
Before I left my home, I wrote my mother a letter.
Dear Mother,
I am sorry I am leaving, but you see, there is nothing left for me here. Father will bring me the end of me, if I stay here any longer. For I do not want to be a Sentry for that pig that father lives for, which is why I am leaving. I wish that there was some other way, but if I remain in Aetis any longer, I will have to end my life. Mother, there is nothing that will change that. You will never see me again, and I apologize, for I am leaving to never return. Where I can be free of father's torment.
Love, your son,
Artemis
I stealthily slipped the letter underneath my mother's pillow as she laid silently on her bed. I could hear my father's loud, raspy breathing. Every breath I found myself shaking with rage. I do not know why I loathe my father as much as I do. But, I will never worry about the burden of living up to his expectations any longer. The thought of me being free, was exasperating, it allowed myself to smile. Which I hadn't done in months. My dream, was slowly unwinding before my eyes.
As I walk away from my home, my heart tells me to turn around just one more time. But, I know if I even take just a small glimpse, I will never leave this desolate place. So, I began my journey. As I made my way out of the village, the ground became unfamiliar. For I have never left Aetis. I knew I shouldn't turn around. But, I could not help myself. My heart took over me and that was when I made the last glimpse at the forsaken village. My heart wept, I knew I would never lay eyes on this place, for the rest of life.
By the time I reached the docks to leave, it was early morning. I had walked all through the night. I slowly walked down the gravel path, and found myself standing at a ramp that lead to the docks. I began the descent down the ramp, when I saw the ship slowly lurch forward. I began to sprint as fast I could. My lungs were burning with every breath I took. As I was running, I saw my chance to board the ship.
There was a very small dock that must've been years older than I am. This was my way on board. I ran harder and harder, the more I ran, the more I just wanted to buckle over and vomit. But, I knew that this ship was the only to continue with my life. I lost my footing as I jumped towards the ship. As I went sailing through the air, I reached to grab something, anything. For what felt like hours, I finally grabbed a piece of the anchors chain and held on as tight as I possibly could. I felt my grip loosening, for I had not caught any sleep the previous night. I began to worry, because my fingers started to slip, one by one, each finger lost grip. I closed my eyes expecting myself to be sucked under the massive ship, and my body to sink to a watery grave.
My strength had depleted, and my hands let go of the rope. I shut my eyes once again. I waited. Nothing came, no splash, no sound, nothing. Just the sweet hum of the ship as it idly made it's way out of the harbor. I open my eyes to see what happened, but before I was able to distinguish what happened, I felt my body get lifted up, as if god had reached down from the heavens, and spared my life. To my luck, someone had aboard the ship had caught my wrist before I plummeted to my death. As the man hoisted me over the side of the ship, I felt my face turn red. I had a childish smirk across my face, a crooked smile I haven't felt since I was a very young child. I thanked the man who saved me, I felt as if I wasn't good enough to be in his presence. "The name is Sonis." Said the man. "My name is, Artemis, I am from Aetis. Sonis, I want to thank you, there is nothing I can do or show how thankful I am. Thank you."
For the rest of the trip to Dubrylla, we talked nonstop. All time was lost, we were talking as if we were brother's that had lived with each other since the beginning of time. It was amazing, I believe I have just met a true friend. Just before the boat came to a stop in the Harbor of Dubrylla, I asked Sonis if he was a militant. "Yes, I am as a matter of fact. I am an Archer. My father was a Sentinel for King Tiryus! But, I do not want to let my father down. I am heading for Coniver, which is where my father trained Archery for years, it is where he learned everything he knows. I am still quite nervous, because, I do not want to let him down." I explained my dilemma to Sonis, and for some reason, it seemed as if he knew exactly where I was coming from. "You know... this is funny. I have never told anyone this. I also do not want to fight in the name of the for the King. I would much rather live a peaceful, quiet life, and live on a quaint little farm with cows and horses, with plenty of vegetables." I was astonished. I had met a true friend today, but, I may never see him again.
We said our goodbye's and that was it, we went our separate ways. I walked off the ship and I walked towards the Inn to get some rest, after the long voyage. Before I was able to make my way into the Inn, I was thwarted by a little boy. He asked if I was Artemis. To my amazement, he knew exactly who I was. He handed me a small letter, "I am very sorry mister, if you would like, my parents said you can stay at the Inn tonight for free!" I had no idea what he was talking about. As he guided me to the Inn, I noticed part of the letter was burnt and had a small drop of blood on the upper right hand corner, I ignored it and began reading:
Dear Mother,
I am sorry I am doing this, but you see, there is nothing left for me----
I stopped reading in horror, I knew what this letter was, before I was even finished with it. I fell to my knees out of frustration and guilt, I did not know what to do. I knew exactly what had happened. "Mister, my sister is here to help you!" the boy interrupted. I didn't care, I was in no state to be dealt with. No matter who she was, I did not want anything to do with her. My mother was dead. "Sir, please come with me, my parent's will care for you. Aetis was attacked, 2 days ago by an unknown enemy. Please, just come with me." I laid on the ground, motionless. I could feel the cold, damp earth, seep through my clothing. I did not want to move, but, I had no choice I slowly made my way off of the ground, and I looked up at the girl, and before I said anything, I was speechless. "Please, grab my hand, I'll take you to the Inn!" Said the attractive woman. I slowly stood up, and grabbed her hand. She was beautiful. I had almost completely forgotten about my mother.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by RedNara on 2005-11-23 at 19:22:10
omfg i dont want to read that long of a thing. I bet its great though.. 
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-24 at 22:06:24
Update:
► Item Usage Complete
► Story Revised Again
► Weapons 50% Complete
► Console 35% complete
► Placing Enemies
► TBC Concept is on paper
► RTS started
► Cinematics 15% complete
► Item Usage Complete
► Story Revised Again
► Weapons 50% Complete
► Console 35% complete
► Placing Enemies
► TBC Concept is on paper
► RTS started
► Cinematics 15% complete
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Urmom(U) on 2005-11-24 at 22:10:43
nice progress so far jake!
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Sikas on 2005-11-25 at 13:05:12
You're givin good progress bro.. Keep goin! 
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Ares on 2005-11-26 at 18:03:45
Wow... I really like your story. It's deep.
I have been seeing those same screenies for months! Maybe you could post some more? If so, it'll be great.
Keep up the progress!! I am sure we all want to see this.
I have been seeing those same screenies for months! Maybe you could post some more? If so, it'll be great.
Keep up the progress!! I am sure we all want to see this.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-26 at 18:28:12
Well, you know what Ares, I will post some more screenshots.
I feel I need to give this thread somewhat of a "revamp".
Who else agrees?
I feel I need to give this thread somewhat of a "revamp".
Who else agrees?
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Golden-Fist on 2005-11-26 at 18:34:16
QUOTE(Forsaken @ Nov 26 2005, 06:28 PM)
Well, you know what Ares, I will post some more screenshots.
I feel I need to give this thread somewhat of a "revamp".
Who else agrees?
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I feel I need to give this thread somewhat of a "revamp".
Who else agrees?
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WEll judging by reading a few pages it looks you've revamped almost everything in your map :/ But if you mean updating first page, go ahead
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-26 at 21:54:08
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New Screenshots!
Look at the front page!
New Screenshots!
Look at the front page!
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Golden-Fist on 2005-11-26 at 23:32:42
Damn those are sexy, I think i'll print them out and switch the picture above that hole in the wall to those pics.
I mean....
Map looks awesome, I didn't read 27 pages (Maybe I will when I lose my life) but I'm still not quiet sure what the map is about. I read the prolouge all it really said is that the kid Artemis ran away, and his mother died... How is that a map.... I might've missed something :/
I mean....
Map looks awesome, I didn't read 27 pages (Maybe I will when I lose my life) but I'm still not quiet sure what the map is about. I read the prolouge all it really said is that the kid Artemis ran away, and his mother died... How is that a map.... I might've missed something :/
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-26 at 23:43:14
Well, that is what happens before...
Also, I've mentioned King Tirus several times. Maybe it has to do with him? But, what-the-hey, what do I know?
Also, I've mentioned King Tirus several times. Maybe it has to do with him? But, what-the-hey, what do I know?
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Dr.Shotgun on 2005-11-27 at 00:44:18
King Tirus is Moose in disguise.
Anyways, good job on the map so far. I love it. Just thought you might want a little motivation and feedback. Mappers love compliments.
Anyways, good job on the map so far. I love it. Just thought you might want a little motivation and feedback. Mappers love compliments.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Ninebreaker on 2005-11-27 at 01:15:13
I just want to know, are you actually going to make us read through all that during the game?
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-11-27 at 01:21:30
Hahahahah....
I would use up all of the strings if I did that!
To answer your question:
No.
The game will start off at the end of the prolouge, when Artemis gets off of the boat, and meets Litania. Then, the game will pick up from there. Hopefully, if all goes well, I will have a demo in the near future. [i]I am not going to say when, I will upload it and post it here when the time comes[/i[.
I would use up all of the strings if I did that!
To answer your question:
No.
The game will start off at the end of the prolouge, when Artemis gets off of the boat, and meets Litania. Then, the game will pick up from there. Hopefully, if all goes well, I will have a demo in the near future. [i]I am not going to say when, I will upload it and post it here when the time comes[/i[.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by RedNara on 2005-11-30 at 18:45:32
Havent heard back in a while how is map going?
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-12-01 at 17:19:10
Sorry about the lack of updates.
I was attacked by school.
Right now, there is a lot in school that is happening. Since I am leaving a week early for Christmas break, I have to get all of thw work turned in and completed before I leave, so that is why the thread kind of... Died... Again...
Anyway, map will be worked on over the weekwend, and I may get an update (a pretty significant one) in a few days.
Thanks all.
I was attacked by school.
Right now, there is a lot in school that is happening. Since I am leaving a week early for Christmas break, I have to get all of thw work turned in and completed before I leave, so that is why the thread kind of... Died... Again...
Anyway, map will be worked on over the weekwend, and I may get an update (a pretty significant one) in a few days.
Thanks all.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Raindodger on 2005-12-08 at 17:24:37
Yeah, i get attacked very often by school. Anyways, hows the map going you havn't updated in a while.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-12-08 at 23:34:38
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[ Items ]
.::Drop of Aloe::.
Cost: 25 Ara
Purchased: Market
Use: A Drop of Aloe is used to fully heal your hero, or one party member.
.::Remedy::..
Cost: 20 Ara
Use: Cure all ailments for your hero, or one party member.
Purchased: Market
.::Bread::..
Cost: 10 Ara
Use: Cure Hero's hunger.(Only main character requires food, at least until the full game is released)
Purchased: Market
.::Water::..
Cost: 10 Ara
Use: Cure Hero's thirst.(Only main character requires food, at least until the full game is released)
Purchased: Market
.::Sword Sharpener::..
Cost: 15 Ara
Use: Sharpen any sword to perfection.
Purchased: Bazaar
.::Celestial Sphere::..
Cost: 25 Ara
Use: Magically travel to any town previously visited
Purchased: Bazaar
.::Vigor Potion::..
Cost: 15 Ara
Use: Replenish your hero's energy.
Purchased: Bazaar
.::Intrepidus::..
Cost: 500 Ara
Use: Mysteriously vanish for a random amount of time. {Between 20 seconds to up to a minute}
Purchased: Bazaar
.::Timber Targe::..
Cost: 30 Ara
Use: Reduce up to 5HP on any attack. {One Use}
Purchased: Black Smith
.::Aluminum Aegis::..
Cost: 60 Ara
Use: Reduce up to 10HP on any attack. {One Use}
Purchased: Black Smith
.::Copper Rampart::..
Cost: 180 Ara
Use: Reduce up to 20HP on any attack. {One Use}
Purchased: Black Smith
.::Steel Shield::..
The image's are the same on purpose.Cost: 180 Ara
Use: Reduce up to 35HP on any attack. {One Use}
Purchased: Black Smith
Much more has been completed.
List of everything that has been finished:
• Items
---Usage
---Purchasing
---Effects
• Weaponry
---Usage
---Equip/Unequip
---Damages
---Edge Dulling System
• Defense
---Shields System has been finished
• Shops & Inn
---Bugs worked out
---Runs perfectly
There is quite a bit more... But, we'll wait for another day for the rest...
Whew... That was a needed update...
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Lyon on 2005-12-08 at 23:59:50
So When is the Expected Date on this Map Anyway Forsaken?
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-12-09 at 00:01:26
When I finish it.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Mp)RuFF on 2005-12-09 at 01:27:39
Oh wow, this will become an awesome map!
Keep me updated, Forsaken!
Keep me updated, Forsaken!
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Lyon on 2005-12-09 at 17:12:40
QUOTE(Forsaken @ Dec 9 2005, 01:01 AM)
When I finish it.
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Lol Thanks Dude that Tells me Alot
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Forsaken on 2005-12-09 at 17:14:02
Another Update.
Both battle systems(Entry/Exit and few small actions) are 100% complete
Next on to-do list:
Spells
Abillities
Main Quests
Side Quests
A few easter eggs
Stay tuned...
<EDIT>
@Nils.
You posted the same time I was.
Anyway, I am not going to make a release date because when you make one you rush things, and the map turns out shizty. So, it is better if you just kind of release when it is complete so it looks that much better.
Both battle systems(Entry/Exit and few small actions) are 100% complete
Next on to-do list:
Spells
Abillities
Main Quests
Side Quests
A few easter eggs
Stay tuned...
<EDIT>
@Nils.
You posted the same time I was.
Anyway, I am not going to make a release date because when you make one you rush things, and the map turns out shizty. So, it is better if you just kind of release when it is complete so it looks that much better.
Report, edit, etc...Posted by Lyon on 2005-12-09 at 21:16:02
I Suppose....One More Thing this Kinda Reminds me of Faith and Destiny, is it That type of rpg?