Hey, Hunters!
LewdBiteStudio here, pumped to share the latest on Blades and Beasts v0.3! After some soul-searching, I’ve shifted gears to make the game more fun and engaging, with a simpler story and a heavier focus on gameplay. Here’s what’s cooking:
A New, Streamlined Vision
I wasn’t thrilled with the complex story around Kain in v0.2—it’s tough to craft an epic tale on a tight schedule! So, I’m simplifying things. The new focus is on gameplay-driven adventures: your mission is to capture the leader of each enemy group to extract intel, maybe for revenge or to track down a powerful figure. Each area has a portal with ~8 waves of enemies plus a boss fight. Win, and you’ll take the leader to the dungeon for some spicy interrogation (leaning into BDSM vibes). The story’s still in progress, so hit me with your ideas for motivations or twists!
Gameplay Overhaul
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1v1 Combat: Battles are now sleek and thrilling, pitting you solo against enemies for a more dynamic feel.
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Level-Up System: Reach max XP and open a menu to boost stats like attack, HP, MP, agility, or crit chance. This makes every level-up feel strategic and rewarding!
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Simplified Village: NPCs like the blacksmith (for crafting swords, armor, boots) and potion vendor are now purely functional, keeping the focus on action over deep lore.
Immersive Additions
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Live2D Animations: I’m working on high-quality dungeon “interrogation” scenes (still in progress) to bring those mature moments to life.
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Sound Design: Every enemy has unique attack and hit sounds (yes, including groans!), plus effects for leveling up, crafting, and potion purchases for deeper immersion.
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Custom HUD: I’m designing unique icons for each skill, replacing placeholders with polished visuals for a cleaner, more immersive interface.
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Futa Option: I’m exploring an optional futa feature for players who want that extra spice—let me know your thoughts!
Supporter Perks & Future Plans
Your support is everything, and I’m keeping the exclusive starter Packs for each tier (no pay-to-win, just a thank-you for backing me!). These include unique gear and Gold to kickstart your hunt. Looking ahead, expect new areas, each with a captivating leader to capture, and more polish on the story and animations.
Thank you for fueling Blades and Beasts! Drop your feedback or story suggestions below—I’m all ears. Let’s keep conquering those portals!