Ghost Shards, Death does not always mean the end... Options

[Lato]

I think its just cool that the game didnt die, and its good to see this new member is gonna put in the work to finish it, I look forward to seeing more updates about this game. After all we don't actually have as many games being made as we used to, thats not good or bad just interesting. But the team is stable now right?

[Strawberry]

Hello all!

Just thought I'd update this thing, with random information!

The team has definitely been working out on the game. Especially the programmer, Star and our new musician, Christina.

The Battle System is about 40% complete. Yes, only 40% complete. It's a lot of hard work for poor Star. He has to get the balancing and AI just right!

I've been hard at work getting the voice actors together. It's so exciting, it's my favorite part! I don't know why - it makes me feel like a Voice Director. Tee-hee.

I wanted to show you how I work.

This is the document I use for the game:



And what I'm really trying to work on is equipment - which STILL is not done. D= I think I may need some help. @_@

Here's a sample of the Scythe section for weapons:



Yes, I mentioned that we had a new musician: Christina. Here is one of her songs:

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainment/anulls-theme

This past weekend, the writer finished all of the scripts for the voice acted scenes. Don't worry, we won't overload you all with VA'd scenes. That would be horrible! XD

I might have mentioned this before, but we also have a concept artist named Cody. He will be designing the weapons and some of the monsters. Here is a sample of his work:



Well I suppose that is all we have for now, I hope you enjoyed this random update from us!

Thanks for reading!

[Strawberry]

Some tracks from the game!

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainm...d-of-friendship

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainm...f-rising-silver

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainment/crystal-rain

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainm...-memories-sarie

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainment/enter-midlyn

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainment/frosthollow

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainment/green-paradise

http://soundcloud.com/soulforge_entertainm...d-less-traveled

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I am currently making a snow ruins tileset for Frosthollow. @_@ It seems like a lot work - even if I'm just putting snow on top of things. XD

I think I'm going have Star create all the exterior maps so I can start putting together cutscenes while he works on the battle system.

Wait! Maybe we should recruit a mapper! So he won't have to stop his work to help me out! If you're interested, let me know!

Sounds like a plan~

[X-M-O]

These game tracks are amazing! You have an amazing composer, thanks for sharing.

[Strawberry]

Hello!

We are recruiting!

MAPPER
-Basically you will be creating the areas the characters travel to. Normally we would not need this, but our best mapper has his hands full programming the battle system. We would give you the tilesets, and you will be mapping out what we want.

Sprite Animator
-This job is a bit more difficult than the previous one. You will be creating animations for the characters in battle. Again, normally we would not need this, but the same guy has a lot on his plate. Some examples of what we are talking about include:





Please PM me or email me (cherri-blossom[at]hotmail.com) your work if you are interested.

Thanks!

If you support our game, please visit our forums and say hi!
http://z13.invisionfree.com/Ghost_Shards/index.php

[Strawberry]

I've been completely revamping interior maps using a new tileset. Below are some examples!







We also have some pixel art update - but only a .gif of flashback Kyran's battle stance, created by Star.

[Strawberry]

I recently made all the icons that will be appearing in the game. Here is a chart that will showcase them (I forgot an item section XD).



Additionally, someone else had made these fine icons:



Unfortunately I have not heard from this person in months. Now for the main question: shall I stick with the first style, or try and duplicate the second style?

[Clord]

Your Medium Armor related icon looks a bit inconsistent compared to other icons on the list. Also you should probably stick with that style, as it looks more original.

[Strawberry]

So I found these sketches of Poppy that I drew, one of the main characters of Ghost Shards.



When you look at her, what do you see?

Design-wise anyhoo. Like her race or her hair, or anything really.

Thanks.

[Shaddow]

Well it seems pretty obvious that she is a plant girl, and the vine tail is just awesome, nice change of pace from most plant style races. She's also pretty adorable.

[Strawberry]

Thanks for your opinion Shaddy!

Everyone seems to be confused rather she is a wood elf or alraune or what. XD

I think we're going to give her an overhaul to make her look cute, but still more plant-like.

Back to other news!



Redesigned the menu!

Now, I have a question - what should represent a physical attack ability that's NOT a sword (could get confused with real sword icons) or a fist (my bf hates that idea lols)?

[Dark Kyu]

Well, you could use an 'explosion' icon. You know, one of those "POW" special effects with the yellow light/aura surrounding it.

This post has been edited by Dark Kyu: Dec 7 2012, 03:07 PM

[Strawberry]

Why did you quote me when I was right above you?

The problem with that is, I don't have the skills to make POW-like icon...

[Shaddow]

The pow icon style was what I was going to suggest too XD, and you do have the skill, it's actually fairly simple, just requires you to get in close with some pixels, and I know you can do it.

As far as the plant girl goes, a redesign sounds cool, just don't get rid of that tail, it's really awesome and makes her very unique.

[Strawberry]

Teehee! I think i shall try again!

How's this for a WIP Poppy? o.o She just needs an outfit I thinks.

[Shaddow]

lol it's cute but she's so naked and shiny!

[Dragoncookie]

So adorable! I love the colors >u<

[Dark Kyu]

Why did you quote me when I was right above you?

The problem with that is, I don't have the skills to make POW-like icon...

Haha, sorry about the last post. You could say it's my bad habit making quotes
I fixed the post, just so you know.

Anyway, if you like, here's a pack with a few 'special' icons.

http://rmrk.net/index.php?topic=23552.0

Hope it helps. The one who made the pack is named 'Revo,' so please don't forget to credit him.

By the way, your 're-designed' plant girl looks really cute. I really like the texture

[Strawberry]

@ Shaddy She needs an outfit - which we have not decided at all. D=

@ Cookie Thankies!

@ Dark Kyu Thanks for the link, but we're going to make our own icons.

[Strawberry]

Outfit idea (these are WIP portraits):