Hi Folks, Daron here from Bad Ridge Games. Today, we’re taking a look at how the world around you functions in Mirthwood. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/deb613dd28ea7e317f7211abb336dc1d0de6c799.png[/img] [h2]Seasons of Change[/h2] In Mirthwood, you will experience the distinct beauty and challenges of the seasons - Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter - with each bringing its own crops, colors, and events. With Mirthwood being an open-world, this has been no small task. The game features seven large main regions, each with unique aesthetics and sub-biomes. This means each change of season offers a myriad of new visuals depending on where you travel. Transitioning into Winter will have the most impact on gameplay. With no crops to be grown, you’ll need to shift your focus to other tasks like mining, upgrades, or other adventures. For the inhabitants of the world, potential shortages of food can be deadly. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/972afa0849678118539908a6f8c6340f977bd46e.png[/img] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/634cae555a13062644d08f5066a1ad0993b7f7eb.jpg[/img] [h2]Raising the Stakes[/h2] Most NPCs in Mirthwood are mortal and can pass away, whether from starvation, illness, or if they find themselves the victim of a bandit or animal attack. This gives NPCs real and tangible goals to work towards. Mortality also paves the way for organic stories to develop. Characters that die will be known to you, possibly even close friends. While there may be opportunities for you to intervene, not every life can be saved. Those who die are buried, and in time, replaced by a new immigrant from the Continent. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/54daded8c8f6e7e7425d6ea80f1d98defb10e2aa.png[/img] [h2]The Storyteller[/h2] Mirthwood’s storyteller will generate [i]Events[/i] of varying intensity to keep things interesting. Some Events are seasonal - you might encounter a [i]Heatwave[/i] in Summer or a [i]Blizzard[/i] in Winter. Other Events can happen year round, like a [i]Full Moon[/i] (...enjoy). Not all Events present challenges. You’ll be notified if a [i]Traveling Merchant[/i] is nearby, or if the [i]Trade Ship[/i] has arrived and docked at the coast, bringing rare items from the Continent. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/d54f952a99cc949533905cf9378bcef62d034a6a.png[/img] [h2]Survival & Crafting[/h2] Mirthwood will feature survival-lite gameplay. You’ll need to pay attention to your core vitals - [b]Health[/b], [b]Stamina[/b], and [b]Hunger[/b]. If you decide to set out and travel across the map, be sure to have a plan for food. Many herbs and berries can be foraged, but cooked meals offer the most benefit. Herbs will also help you craft elixirs and medicines vital to curing illnesses. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/74237c65c160bdbf9debbc0c63a4296508aac4d4.png[/img] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/c4f5b7a68eacbccf12110d220858367968e9c2c7.png[/img] You’ll discover [b]campsites[/b] and [b]settlements[/b] across the map that serve as respites, places to cook, sleep, and save your progress. Some of these campsites can be upgraded and turned into strategic homes-away-from-home for your character. Here you'll be able to access your stash, cook, and craft gear provided you have the materials. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/8ddc44c456b22836a8f4fa808ee99422c766e3a0.png[/img] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43906942/0bd0735f9760013b508831cf7c68ed7b01bd18d2.png[/img] Hopefully that gives you some insight into world experience in Mirthwood. Let us know what questions you have!