Announcement

[IceDragon]

NOTICE : This project is totally fictional, any similarities in events and persons in this game
to REAL events or persons, is a total coincidence.
NOTICE2: This game contains Mild Language, and 'May' contain content unsuitable for players under the age of
13 years. (Suggestive Themes, Mild Violence)
NOTICE3: This game is actually made for a Male Audience.

Spoiler:

Prologue

Across time and space, many worlds have formed. The small, the large, and the deformed. All of these worlds vary from one another and no two had the exact same characteristics. However, of all these worlds, only one is destined to stand out of them all; Earthen, "The World of the Smiths."

It is the land of Earthen that bore the seal of Uniera, one of the worst curses to plague mankind. No word nor mind can describe what power it holds, and doom beseech anyone who lets this power pour forth into the world.

It is for this reason that the Balfine Family was tasked from the beginning of time to protect the seal. Their strength is unmatched, and with this responsibility held up to them, their fame rose quickly, and was soon became to be known as the The Family of the Lances. The Balfine Family, known for their purpose in the world, was unsurprisingly the most respected family there was; surpassing even all of the types of royalty that existed in Earthen.

Because of the role of the Balfines, the special members of the said family were also known as the Keys. These Keys were a group of three Balfines, whose strength were very much unparalleled by any ordinary human. These Keys were the ones responsible of recreating the seal at a regular interval, and it continued for several generations.

All good things come to an end, however. Liron Balfine, one of the strongest Keys that have walked Earthen, did something no one ever fathomed of doing. He had unexpectedly broken the seal, releasing the hidden power locked inside. The power, being that it was too much for Liron, consumed him. The remaining Keys, in fought vainly to restore that of which ty were sworn to protect.

With the advent of such a catastrophe, many of people grew to doubt the Balfines. This was to the point that a certain king went and his nation had ordered the capture, and execution, of the Keys. The news brought great chaos to the land of Earthen, and with the power of a nation going against them, The Family of the Lances eventually faded into nothing more but a mere legend; or did it?

By ShadwBlitz

Spoiler:

After the 'Fall of Lances' (refer to Prologue), a new system was created to
preserve the seal. This new system is know as the 'Smith Tournament'.
People from all over the world, come to together, to create new equipment,
fight, and spectate. Contestants fight in teams of three, commonly, Leader, Partner, and Supporter.
The Greatest of the Contestants are given a task to create a weapon
of there choice. (They are given the materials to do this).
There weapons will be used as the new seal.

In Earthen you play as Baron (refer to character section).
You enter the 'Smith Tournament' with a partner and supporter of your choice.
You have the choice between 6 Partners (All girls, they will be tagged in the character section).
Your partner plays a very important role (As they can affect some skills learnt and Items available for crafting)

Spoiler:

Earthen Features 3 main continents.

Liminjus
This is a forest heavy continent (Considering that almost the entire southern region is covered)
Primarily this is a resource rich area (Perfect for finding ores).
There are a limited amount of towns.
And only one Governing Kingdom.

Panderax
The most technologically advanced continent, also were most of the Smiths live, there is a perfect trade between it
and Liminjus, most of its population is in Pandexmus.
Pandexmus is a city built INTO the continent itself, as Panderax is very mountainous.
This is home to the 'Smith Tournamnent'.

Altharax
More preferably known as the cursed continent, mostly all BAD things center around this place.
This includes 'Uniera'.
It is governed by ONE Supreme Kingdom.

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Baron

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Full Name : Baron Liron Balfine
Age : 19
Gender : Male
Race : Hume
Relations : Elli (Sister)
Primary Class : Lancer
Primary Element : Light
Bio : Is our Protagonist and one of the remaining members of the 'Family of Lances'.
He fast on his feet to help any 'Damsel in Distress'. He has forgotten most of his
past due to a long chain of events. He dreams to find a worthy opponent to fight one day.
When faced with something difficult, he will use a spear (Or any other sharp object)
and carve out wooden figures (Usually related to the problem).
Proud of his alias "Gifted Lancer", he will take on anything / anyone who says he isn't the
best Lancer.
He attends a private Magic School (Secretly) outside of Earthen (Different World).
Random Phrase : "I am definetly not wearing that thing.."

Hector

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Full Name : Hector Silven Magin
Age : 31
Gender : Male
Race : Hume
Relations : ?????
Primary Class : Archmage
Primary Element : Neutral
Bio : Is a mysterious, wandering mage, it was rumored that he once worked for the king.
He is also a very important person to Baron. He is very blunt when he talks.
You could call him Baron's Older Brother, but it just wouldn't fit in well.
Due to a childhood accident, he can't run and he can't walk for long.
Instead he prefers to stay still and use missile based magic (Projectile Magic).
Commonly he uses neutral element magic. He doesn't carry a staff or rod. (Can't equip them)
As for his mysterious life, he is responsible for keeping the few Balfines remaining alive.
Also the saviour of Baron and his sister. (Though he separated them, sent Baron away and kept Elli in Earthen)
He now works as security for the 'Mount Guru' temple.

Random Phrase : "I told you once, no fighting the small shrimps, the bigger ones are over there.."

Cyrus

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Full Name : Cyrus Gran Magin
Age : 18
Gender : Male
Race : Hume
Relations : Hector (Step-Brother)
Primary Class : Technic (Cross between Pandera and Gunner)
Primary Element : Twilight
Bio : It seems that the Magin family has bad luck with childhood accidents.
Cyrus is unable to speak, instead he carries a small notepad where he jots down his thoughts.
He was adopted by the Magin Family after he was abandoned by his original family.
He looks up to Hector for strentgh and guidance.
When it comes to support, Cyrus is always willing to listen.
Quite often he'll nudge you if you hesitate to do something. (Talk to someone, open a treasure chest)
He is very friendly and can be very protective of his friends.
As a childhood friend of Chika and Spyet, he will not allow anything / anyone to harm them.
Overall Cyrus is a great friend and a strong one at that.
Random Phrase : ":)"

Possible Partners

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Elli

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Full Name : Elli Serrisa Balfine
Age : 16
Gender : Female
Race : Hume
Relations : Baron (Brother)
Primary Class : Artist
Primary Element : Dark
Bio : Is the less active, brother complex sister of Baron.
She can be very agressive if her brother is threatened, on the side she relaxed,
easy going, and loving (As long as you didn't insult her brother).
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "Leave my brother ALONE, you cat eared.."

Chika

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Full Name : Chika Iris Felron
Age : 18
Gender : Female
Race : HumeNeko (Human Cat) (Icy Note : Because of a spriting mistake, her ears are at the side of her head, sorry on my part..)
Relations : Kinji (Younger Brother)
Primary Class : Swordsmaster
Primary Element : Earth
Bio : Pretty much, one wild kitten. She's a Anti-Baron character.
Even though she doesn't hate him, she will commonly call him an idiot.
Her most reavealing trait is her ears.
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "One idiot makes many I guess..*Points at Baron and Cyrus*"

Spyet

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Full Name : Spyet Arlene Demisk
Age : 17
Gender : Female
Race : Hume
Relations : ?????
Primary Class : Archer
Primary Element : Air / Wind
Bio : Though she shows a outgoing personality, don't expect to get close to her when your both alone.
Spyet is the shyest of all 6 girls, and to add insult to injury, she is also the fastest.
When it comes down to combat, she dominates at Ballistic attacks.
She commonly teases Chika about her ears.
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "Eeeeek! Baron, what are you doing here.."

Nekome

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Full Name : Nekome Tillitha Lilisa
Age : 19
Gender : Female
Race : DragoHume (Dragon and Human)
Relations : Alithia (Mother)
Primary Class : Ninja
Primary Element : Water / Ice
Bio : Though a bit Cliche, Nekome IS a rebelious Princess!
She pretty much mauls her marriage candidates, the only exception is Baron.(because he isn't a marriage candidate)
She treats him like a doll (Drags him around), and pretty much kidnaps anytime she needs something.
As one of her better traits, she has a very commanding personality, in a nice way.
She is the second fastest of all 6 girls.
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "Baron, Baron, oh there you are, COME HERE!! *Squeling Baron In Background*"

Icaria

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Full Name : Icaria Shari Illin
Age : 20
Gender : Female
Race : HumeNeko (Human Cat) (Icy Note : YES, IT BECAME A TREND TO HAVE THE EARS AT THE SIDE)
Relations : ??????
Primary Class : Dancer
Primary Element : Fire
Bio : OMG!! Clumsy.... yeah pretty much sums up Icaria.
She is the Eldest of all 6 Girls and the Clumsiest of them too.
Despite that she can easily turn a frowning event into a cheerful one.
Spyet. You have one more Cat to tease, enjoy.
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "I'll put this here and this one here and...*Drops bottle on Baron* EEEEEK, I'm so sorry let me help you *Slips off ladder*..."

Len

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Full Name : Len Althea Rosen
Age : 19
Gender : Female
Race : Hume
Relations : ??????
Primary Class : Pandera (Special class Of Blacksmith. Uses a combination of physical and magical skills to accomplish tasks)
Primary Element : Neutral
Bio : Len looks responsible, acts responsible, and is a total Airhead.
Len is the most Elite Pandera in Panderax and despite being a total airhead, a very successful one at that.
She has a wide assnal, ranging from bombs to hammers.
Len is pretty much a walking power house. (So no bonus for you!)
(Full Bio will be given when chosen as partner ingame)
Random Phrase : "Okay! *Pulls pin out of grenade*, *Everyone Looking*, whoooooopseeee! *Throws grenade up* *Everyone Scrambles*"

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Melody

Spoiler:

Originally, I was planning on using GTBS, but after the number to dead locks, and limitations.
I decided to move over to YEM.
Mostly the SBS mode of it.

Choices

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You are given choices, they may not be many of them.
But note your choices can affect alot of things.
Partner Capabilities
Special Events
Baron's primary crest. (Will be explained in next feature)

Crests

Spoiler:

Is actually apart of the equipment system.
Crests are accessories which give the wearer special abilities.
Like fast attack
Dual Attack
No Critical
And other abilities.

Dungeon Crawling

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Origianlly I wasn't planing on doing this, but I decided to use it as a resource hunting
quest, primarily so you can get new items and ores for making equipment.
In addition to finding recipes for new equipmnet.

Item Craft

Spoiler:

This is the backbone of Earthen, all your battles will fall on your ability to craft.
No one wants to run into a battle unarmed (Unless your Hector).
There will be additional details on this later.

Limitations

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The active battle party is limited to 3 Members.
You are limited to 20 of the same items.
You can only equip 5 Skills (May raise it if neccessay)

Screw Random Encounters!!

Spoiler:

No one likes being constanly molested by an unseen enemy suddenly.
Instead, when wandering around Earthen, YOU will see the enemies and can avoid them if you can.

No world Map

Spoiler:

I get tired of seeing a huge World Map.
Instead every area is connected to each other.

Reserved for Questions about Earthen.



~Mappers - Closed! (I wonder why I left it open?)
IceDragon

~Graphics - Closed
IceDragon
Hanzo Kimura (Even if he doesn't directly do it)
Jalen

~Music - Semi-Open (May take on member)
IceDragon

~Writers - Open
ShadwBlitz (Been too busy lately)

Owwww my hands hurt....

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Jul 7 2011, 02:08 AM

[IceDragon]

People I credit

Andarilho - Awesome Graphics
Avadan - Awesome Graphics
Davic - For his splash screen
LexusX - For his Awesome Animations
FenixFyreX - Support!
Jungsternator - For making Icaria's Face
Mack - For his tiles and characters (Though I used the RTP)
Ruruga - Awesome Graphics

Special Credits
Celianna - She has made the Indoor Backbone of Earthen! Awesome stuff. Thanks!
Isumi - For his great music
Hanzo Kimura - Great guy, taught me a few tricks to mapping and shares his awesome stuff! Thanks
Yanfly - Awesome Scripts. Nothing More to say. JUST AWESOME!
Jalen - For being the older sister I never had. And taking my face requests. THANK YOU!
ShadwBlitz - Even though you said you weren't that good at writing, your work is greatly appreciated! Best friend, one could ask for!
Jisatsu - For the 8D Sprites he made for me! Thanks!
StormriderAngel - For the Adela Isra Tiles (I just borrowed the roofs), inspired mapping.

Personal Credits
BigEd - Scripting Help. Yeah thanks, for pointing me in the right direction!
Mithran - Scripting Help. Thanks for the excellent guidance!

Ultimate Credits
RMVX.net (Yeah the whole site)
For your awesome support and lovely community.
Enterbrain
For being awesome (even if the support kinda sucks ) in creating RPG Maker XP , RPG Maker VX , IG Maker

Don Miguel
For translating the first RPG Makers to english, bringing birth to the English RMing world today.

Help Support Earthen!

CODE

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Spoiler:

Rehaul In Progress

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Dec 8 2010, 01:13 AM

[landis17]

No one likes being constanly molested by an unseen enemy suddenly.

Amen to that brother.

After loling at your 'notices' and reading the plot...it looks cool. That's all I got to say for now.

[IceDragon]

I'm currently experiencing some problems..
The game crashes unexpectedly when I have a map with all these present:

Map Overlays
Light Fx
Time system (Always on)
Event Generator

All working on the same map..
I am currently looking into the matter and will (hopefully) find a fix for this.

Apart from that Major Mishap I finally uploaded some screenshots (With semi-functional scripts)

Currently I'm trying to finish all the mapping before eventing so you won't see any dialogue yet.
I need a bit more help with all this stuff..

[wltr3565]

Mostly, some projects just need to recruit some scripters at least 1, but only few were filled. But his one's a little different, no scripters needed to be recruited. That's the convenience being a scripter by yourself

I don't really like for someone to just list their battle system's engine as a feature, it's just too common. I would like to see if someone just say the battle system is different, even though the used engine is still a common one, like Devil Theory did. And YEM, it's just... *sigh* but very popular. You may want to do something more than adding a mere status though.

The screenshot has a good sunset feeling there, love it

Let me track this for a while Icy, this got my eyes .

[IceDragon]

True BUT being the scripter sucks up all my time (Leaving me with less time for mapping and eventing!!)
I'll try to spice up my game a bit more (And try not to pack too much into it, like hell its already 200mb due to the music!)
Thanks for the support though!!

[Faytle_Balasiel]

Nice concept you have here, the story seems very unique and very original!

Mapping looks great, keep up the good work!

[IceDragon]

Alright and now for some of the Pandexmus Screenshots!!!! TuT
Moved the screenshots up to the screenshot post..

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Sep 19 2010, 08:09 PM

[SamGreen]

I think I just wee'd a little

This looks AWESOME, I like the story, it's good, but could use a bit more depth :S
With the characters faces, is there none because there just isn't any or have you not given them faces yet?

[IceDragon]

My skill in faces is equivalent to that of a newborn child, who got hit by a 2x4 board from a bullet wood tree.

In short, I suck at faces.

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Sep 13 2010, 06:26 PM

[Jalen]

Okay, this is a biiiiig might because I have so much to do, but I might, might might be able to help you.

The game premise reminds me of Summon Knights in this really vague way that I can't even explain, so I'm really looking forward to playing a demo.

So, uhh. Really all you need to do is tell me if you want faces or portraits (portraits would take a lot longer), and which bases/parts to use. It's a lot easier for me as an artist to know what you're looking for. XD So if you want me to try some/all of these (though be warned that it might take me awhile), just send me a PM or reply here or something!

Give me your mapping and spriting skiiiiiills D8<

[IceDragon]

Okay, this is a biiiiig might because I have so much to do, but I might, might might be able to help you.

The game premise reminds me of Summon Knights in this really vague way that I can't even explain, so I'm really looking forward to playing a demo.

So, uhh. Really all you need to do is tell me if you want faces or portraits (portraits would take a lot longer), and which bases/parts to use. It's a lot easier for me as an artist to know what you're looking for. XD So if you want me to try some/all of these (though be warned that it might take me awhile), just send me a PM or reply here or something!

Give me your mapping and spriting skiiiiiills D8<

OMG!!! YESYESYESYESYES!!!! <.< *Gets slapped over the head, yet again*
*ouch.. *

And now:
1. I'm a Fan of the Summon Night Swordcraft Stories 1 and 2 (Don't like Twin Age. , didn't have weapon crafting..)
2. Faces would just be fine (Emos, though is a must). RTP style is a gooooo! (I'm not entirely sure what to give you though as bases)
3. I'll gladly lend you my mapping skills. I'm a sprite editor, not a maker. >,< (If you want I can do some maps for you.)
4. I've been mostly busy with finishing some requested scripts so I don't get to much work on this.. >_<
5. THANK YOU!!!!

And as an added bonus!
A little taste of Earthen's Music (Written By Your's Truly)
TECH_RidDnb - Technical Ridden Drum And Bass (Don't question the name )
http://www.mediafire.com/?erlstb7jlf8e3n7

Its free to use! (Just credit me, cause I keep forgetting to put my name on them. )

[Jalen]

PFFFT XD BWAH I'm glad to see you're so excited!

1) I loooved one and two, but yeah, I agree. Twin Age really failed for me in that regard. Plus, I didn't like playing as the summon buddy. B/ I liked crafting things! I MISS THAAAT
2) Bases as in which RTP face do you want me to base the characters on~! Like, Actor 1-3, for instance: use his face/body to build features/clothes onto. It'd be easier on me for you to pick them, since then I don't use the wrong one or something and you get what you want.
3) Oh, I don't have any mapping to do. ;w; I don't actually even have a game started, though I have an idea for one and Penta and I may someday make it. BUT SPRITE EDITING IS FIEN TOO, MAN XD I'm bad at even simple frankening, and my portraits/faces could really use some sprites.
4) It's fine! That means there's not too much pressure on me to finish quickly, at least~!
5) X3 YOU'RE WELCOME HUN

I'll hafta listen to that! X3 I BET IT SOUNDS NEAT

[shadwblitz]

Do you need help with writing? I'm not the -best- writer out there, but I'm grateful for your scripts, so I might as well contribute to your game. I'm not really one who checks back on my posts, so if you want to grab my attention, send me a message D:

[IceDragon]

Thank you! (Sent you a PM if you don't respond here)


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Uploaded the Scretmin Screenshots.
Take a look at the screenshots section.

Also I have found me little crashing problem.
I was using an old map name pop-up script which doesn't dispose the sprites properly.
I plan on writing my own to replace it.

~IceDragon

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Sep 19 2010, 08:34 PM

[IceDragon]

Well I'm redoing every single map (YES all 106 so far to be exact...)
This may take a bit more time but the end results will be better (Hopefully)

Wait before you say WHY!! I'm not going to REDO them I'm just going to seriously Tweak them up a bit.
1. Demiscu Forest - Lacks density...
2. Phimorous Forest - Lacks Feeling
3. All Towns and Villages - WILL BE TOTALLY REDONE (that around 12 maps- Outdoors, and a multiplier for indoors..)

Anyway please Comment and Give some suggestions..

I need some feedback..
Also I'm adding a poll..

I have 3 Options for Indoor Mapping
1 - Contained
I use a ceiling tile to completely border the indoor.
This is the standard indoor style
Speed = Fast
Detail = Low

2 - Drop off
I use the drop off tiles instead of the wall tile for facing the players
This is usually suppose to be used for caves...
Speed = Med
Detail = Med

3 - Contain + Outer mapping
This is similar to TPD - Tales of the Drunken Paladin indoor mapping. The interior and a part of the outside is mapped
Speed = Slow
Detail = High

Heres a Image for Ref.

1st - Drop Off
2nd - Contained
3rd - Contained + Outer Mapping

Just drop you vote in the poll and comment if you like.
~IceDragon

This post has been edited by IceDragon: Sep 22 2010, 02:19 AM

[IceDragon]

YES FINALLY AFTER SPENDING 2 DAYS OF FIGHTING WITH PB.

I BRING YOU A REVAMPED MAP!!!

This is the first Town you will encounter

Before (Boo, crap, overdue for a make over, one of my first maps)


After (WOOOHOOO)
Sorry PB wouldn't allow me to upload the Bigger better one...>.<

[Isumi]

I love your map, kinda awesome, what tiles are you using? Sorry for being not up to date..
The story is okay so far, but you should put more detail especially after the prologue.. as well as the faceset.

Hahaha.. Yay! i'm in! i will put your userbar in my signature soon!

[IceDragon]

Thanks, I'm using a Edited version of the RTP + the roof tiles from Adela Isra.(Which reminds me I need to credit)

Shadwblitz is helping me rewrite the story (So it sounds more AWESOME!!)
Jalen is helping me with Faces.
Jisatsu is helping with sprites (8D)

And I handle everything else.

[IceDragon]

Logo Rework!


Comments on this please