[VXA] The Lhuvia Tales

[Euphoria]

It's really starting to look good! Seems like you've gotten a lot done in the last month or so (I've been really sick for a month, so I haven't been on in awhile). Having a portrait for all the npc's has to be a pain in the ass, but they look great, and the character's sound interesting

Keep up the good work! (and finish the damn game already! I want to play it! :p)

[yuyu!]

Thanks, Euphoria! Oddly enough, I just got sick, too. Hopefully not as sick as you were, but enough to make me stay in bed most of the day. I think Dayquil and video games are going to become my best friend over these next couple days (when I'm not fighting through school, work, or homework). ;_;

I've still been working hard on this, I promise. Mostly mapping lately. ;] I'll get even more progress done once I beat Dishonored (my soul has been sold to that game for the past week or so...). My sister, on the other hand, is moving much quicker than me and even managed to finish another NPC! o.o

Thane


Thane is a deeply kind man, but his appearance is at first a bit creepy. He met Alita (his wife) when her father (Lord Mauntell) hired Thane as their family physician. After becoming mysteriously ill with what seemed to be dark magic, Thane's appearance changed. His skin turned pale and his hazel eyes changed to a beaming, garish yellow. He and Alita soon chose to run away together and eventually settled in Noverno, where they would own the town's clinic. Everyone instantly grew to like Thane, even with his awkward personality and strange sense of humor. Although he and Alita make a weird couple, the two are inseparable.



Quiet edit ;o Dr.Mc managed to finish another!

Summer


Summer is Elliot's strange sister, and her quirky ways have been with her for as long as the both of them can remember. She doesn't appear to have any apparent emotions, but rather takes almost everything as a joke. When she's not joking, everyone tends to think she is anyways. She has a bit of a hardy nature, and seldom displays feminine behavior. Overall, it's very challenging to predict how Summer is going to act next.

*She will replace the job role of whoever the player chooses. Ex: She will become a blacksmith if you play as Roderick.

[Acolyte]

The leading ladies so far. 

[yuyu!]

;_; They look pretty cute! Is that still the same sprite base as the last ones? It looks a little different! o.o Super awesome ;__;

[yuyu!]

Okay, so this is actually by far one of my favorite looking characters she's made so far. ;~; It's like the ones that aren't planned out (nor meant to look good) end up looking the most polished. o___o

Cyphr


Cyphr, the blacksmith, often buries his real personality in gallons of alcoholic beverages. He spends a great deal of time working, but an even greater deal of time drinking. He leads others to believe that he has nothing to celebrate, so he chooses to celebrate every day. It's hard to tell if he's naturally dramatic or naturally lazy and relaxed - one of his sides is his drunken state, and the other is his true self. Either way, he proudly recognizes himself as a simple man. Although he will deny it, he's got a lot of heart and is open-minded to others (although, he has been known to tell a little white lie every now and then...).

[bluntsword]

Lookin great Yuyu! I love how developed the characters feel!

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i love how developed you feel ;o

[yuyu!]

uhhhh getaroom!!

[yuyu!]

...This guy kinda looks like snake ._.

Bron


Bron is easily recognized as the father of Lucas. Their personalities and appearance mirror each other's in a way that is a little creepy sometimes. Rest assured - they do have their differences! Although he tries to hide it, Bron is much more emotionally unstable and often relies on his level-headed son for great support. He's wrapped up in his conscience, often implying that he previously led a life without care or remorse (presumably until some traumatic event changed him and has shaken him ever since). His regrets are buried by his jolly nature and love for the ladies. The lengths he'll travel for a pretty face can easily be seen as a sad form of desperation, but he's sure that he's still got his charm, even with his good-looking son around to steal the eyes. He runs Noverno's tavern, and promises to earn his keep by helping out around town if they ever need it. As scummy as he may appear, he's a man of his word.

[Acolyte]

I vote for kicking lucas out of the bachelors and letting his dad take his place.

[yuyu!]

but I love Lucas D;

So anyways, this FINAL character is complete! That's right - all 19 of 'em are DONE!

Grace


Grace is Nadia and Elsie's loving and caring mother. She and her daughters came to Noverno, where she would open up a much needed general store. Although she may act and appear frail, circumstances have made her into quite a strong-willed and independent woman. She enjoys peace and quiet, but will occasionally stop by the tavern for a drink with friends, such as Bron (despite his many failing attempts to swoon her). Her daughters always come first, but money comes second. She's great with managing finances and has picked up many crafts in order to make some extra cash. Grace has no combat experience and is physically weak, but has potential for both magic and stealth.

[yuyu!]

HI

After a period of hiatus, The Lhuvia Tales is finally ready to bounce back! To be honest, I suffered a bit of a motivation-crush while making this game, mostly due to my waning interest in the series I based it off of (Rune Factory). Alas, that it is the problem with fleeting fan-related games. At this point, Lhuvia Tales is getting a bit of a makeover. The feature changes aren't too different, I just intend to expand more on the adventure aspects of the game.

As for the look of the game? That's going to change quite a bit, mostly to match with Celianna's new tileset. Aco suggested I go for a more medieval-look for the houses (also inspired by Celianna's work), so I figured the new style was worth a shot. Here's a sneak peak at LT's new style:



Yay! I got an actual screenshot up! And while I'm at it, I might as well show you guys the annoying water edits that took me entirely too long to make:

[Acolyte]

Hooooolyyshiiiiit

When did you do that? That is like seven different kinds of awesome.

[yuyu!]

Hooooolyyshiiiiit

When did you do that? That is like seven different kinds of awesome.

I made both of those houses in the past 2 days, I think? :] Once I get two more houses done, the first half of Noverno will be complete. Then, I just need to make the Market stuff. ;o The houses take a little while to make, but they are sooo worth it. You had a great suggestion, and I love the new look! ;~; I've been on such a mapping kick lately...I might as well make the most of it, while it lasts. ;o

The houses (and water) are going to be the most custom items of each map. Instead of parallaxing the whole map, I tailored the pieces to look more parallaxed. It's going to save an incredible amount of time, make passability errors less frequent, and still look pretty cool. B)


Thoughts on the HUD? It might get changed in the future, but I still think its an incredible improvement over the last one.

[VianoceGames]

No body is picking poor Elliot. Lol I still have to play your other two games I downloaded. But I will definitly check this game out too.

[yuyu!]

No body is picking poor Elliot. Lol I still have to play your other two games I downloaded. But I will definitly check this game out too.

No rush! :-) To be honest, it'll probably be a little while before I get a demo up for this. ;_;

[Acolyte]

I love the HUD as well ;~;

[yuyu!]

Right on! Glad you like it! I come, bearing more updates! ;o

First, I edited the bachelor/bachelorette biographies on the main page. You can now learn more specifics about them (such as what they like and dislike).

Second, the equipment menu is now prettified!

[yuyu!]

Finished the village-area map. Here you can find the inn, player's house, Diora/Marlene's house, and Elliot/Summer's house.


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That basically means that the town exteriors are now about 50% complete. ;o Just gotta make the market area now.

[Kyuukon]

Just passing by :3 This project looks really cool! Sound like an amazing character development there (those sprites/busts OMG!). Keep it up!

[yuyu!]

Just passing by :3 This project looks really cool! Sound like an amazing character development there (those sprites/busts OMG!). Keep it up!

Awww, thanks Kyuu!

[yuyu!]

Just finished the interior of Elliot & Summer's house! :-)



Elliot is a fortune teller >B)

[strike]

staircase doesn't make sense in terms of positioning

[haloOfTheSun]

Magic stairs, obviously

[yuyu!]

staircase doesn't make sense in terms of positioning

Arrgh, stairs are my archenemy... I can't seem to make them look right, ever.

What about the position looks off? How can this be corrected?