Ascend from Nine Mountains

Devlog

• Version 0.5.18
  November 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version fixes a crash for new players when first unlocking a new companion character... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.17
  November 15, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version just fixes the Zhiwu quest... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.16
  November 15, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version focuses around adding more events and plot to various places/characters. Changes Made changes to condensing droplets to try to make them more usable. You can now enable auto-condensing dr... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.15
  November 08, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version contains an overhaul of barrier mitigation, some QOL changes, and a number of bug fixes. Changes Reworked barrier mitigation to barrier effectiveness. When below 100%, it works as before,... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.14
  November 05, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version fixes the bugs introduced in 0.5.13 Fixed combat stats dialog not appearing. Fixed end of month bug preventing world advance. Fixed maxhp calculations. Hide quest recipes... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.13
  November 05, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version contains big fixes and some minor QOL features. Changes Added a crafting summary stats screen, like the combat one. This gives a full overview of the actions taken during crafting. Commis... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.12
  November 02, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This release includes a new organisation in Shen Henda, and some balance tweaks and QOL features. Changes Added new organisation in Shen Henda, with a host of new items and techniques to collect. Twea... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.11
  October 31, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version should fix buffs properly, so they work as intended again... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.10
  October 30, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Another hotfix release, this time fixing buffs for real (I hope!) Also include a balance change to Bloody End, limit its max Blood Reinforcement gain to 25 (upgradable with masteries)... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.9
  October 29, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version fixes the bugs introduced in 0.5.8. Bug Fixes Fixed buffs to not scale off themselves. Fixed copperedge pill recipe IV. Fixed mine chambers not being clickable. Fixed blossom techniques i... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.8
  October 29, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version focus around more balance changes and bug fixes. Changes Map locations with targets of a culling quest you current have are now indicated with a border. All debuffs now properly scale off... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.7
  October 22, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version introduces a chunk of content, the organisation 'Immortal Fang Society' found in Shen Henda, as well as a number of balance changes and bug fixes. New Features Added the Immortal Fang Soc... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.6
  October 19, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version fixes a number of issues, and continue on the rebalancing work. Changes House buffs can now be stacked, and scale per days meditating. This allows stacking house buffs for many months bef... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.5
  October 18, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version contains a number of major reworks. Major Changes The event system and screen has been refactored to be more immersive. Defense has been completely reworked. It now scales more intuitivel... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.4
  October 16, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version contains a number of bug fixes and balance tweaks. Balance Changes Rebalanced defense debuffs to be less over powered. Note, they are still really strong, and a proper rework will be comi... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.3
  October 15, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version includes an overhaul to defense, balance changes, and bug fixes. Changes Defense changes now effect all enemies equally, no matter their hp. This should make defense debuffs viable again... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.2
  October 11, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This release contains some new items and monsters, a buff to artefacts, a rework to recipes, and more. Changes A new set of Weapon artefacts have been added, found from a new boss in the Northern Wast... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.1
  October 04, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This release contains a number of bug fixes for Core Formation Fixed advancing of events by pressing enter fast. Improved messaging of when a buff is negated. Fixed ingredients for Soaring Disks recip... Continue reading
• Version 0.5.0 (Core Formation)
  October 03, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Core Formation has been released! New Features Unlocked the Core Formation realm. This is Part 1, with some new quests, character relationship progression, and new mechanics coming in the following we... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.21
  September 20, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version continues to lay the groundwork for Core Formation: Changes Added 'Disable Graphics' options to improve performance for those purely on screen readers. Add some more a11y tags to hopefull... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.20
  September 08, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version contains some bug fixes, tweaks, and some experimental accessibility changes. Changes Max spiritual root for QC fruits has been reduced in preparation for CF The multiplier spiritual root... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.19
  August 31, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version contains a number of bug fixes: Fixed crash when entering the Disciple Room before the first month has passed. Fixed Nightfall technique. Fixed soft lock when combat techniques throw erro... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.18
  August 30, 2024 by lyeeedar

  In this version all the music has been replaced with non-royalty free tracks, and a lot more variety has been added. Core Formation Technique Crystals can now be found in the auction. Fixed Blossom An... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.17
  July 07, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version is mainly a hotfix for a soft lock, but also includes a couple other minor improvements: Changes You can now drink elixirs from the mastery dialog. Improved sprites for Pi Lip's automaton... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.16
  June 21, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version contains a number of bugfixes and balance tweaks. Changes Companions you are teamed up with can now protect you from Shiao Gian's harassment. Balance Changes Added a new Buff to blood mas... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.15
  June 13, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version consists of the last pieces of content before work begins in earnest on Core Formation. New Features A new crafting flame has been added. The quest to unlock it begins by encountering an... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.14
  June 08, 2024 by lyeeedar

  The version marks the long-awaited return of Shiao Gian! Alongside that is a new character, and a variety of other tweaks and fixes. New Features Shiao Gian will now attack you in Shen Henda. After a... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.13
  June 01, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This release focuses around extending the character relationships with Pi Lip and Aei Ma. New Features Pi Lip and Aei Ma have a new stage that can be achieved in their relationship. This includes a ne... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.12
  May 27, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version fleshes out the trophy system, and fixes a number of bugs. New Features Added new trophies to all released realms. The ones available can be seen in the Trophy Cabinet in every home, and... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.11
  May 25, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This release includes two major new features, a variety of lore books, and player housing. A variety of other tweaks and fixes are included besides, see below for details: New Features Added the 'Lowe... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.10
  May 18, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version contains another round of bugfixes. Changes Zi Liang now accepts perfect versions of his gifts as well. Bug Fixes Added Artefact Blank (I) to the recipe library. Fixed bug where pressing... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.9
  May 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This released fixes 2 major bugs: Bug Fixes Fixed incorrect reputation when patrolling with Zi Liang in Mausoleum Gate. Fixed crash when doing a pack request board quest... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.8
  May 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  The release contains two major new pieces of content. A new character, and year-end festivals. Alongside a number of other bugfixes and tweaks, see below for details: New Features A new character, Zi... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.7
  May 15, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Another round of bug fixes and tweaks. Changes Improved Pi Lip's chances at crafting items. You can now embark in the mine with enter/spacebar. All destinies now have effects attached to them. There i... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.6
  May 11, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Bug fixes and balance tweaks. Changes Added a new background image for start of game. Tweak text for post-Qi Condensation Shiao Gian encounter. Sort techniques by their stance restriction in the techn... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.5
  May 11, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This release contains an overhaul of blood techniques, and a whole host of other features besides. I would also like to welcome Grinjombo to the team who has contributed his first event, hopefully the... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.4
  May 06, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This release contains even more bug fixes. Bug Fixes Fixed Shadow Resistance from the Delver talisman to reduce Shadow Sickness, not increase it. Fixed rendering of Mystical Region rewards. Fixed Flee... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.3
  May 05, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Another round of bug fixes and tweaks. Changes Improved error reporting. Crashes now prompt the user to export a crashReport.zip that can easily be sent used to diagnose the cause. Copperedge Pill is... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.2
  May 05, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This is another round of bug fixes and minor tweaks. Changes Mystic healing pills have been added, and the mystic crafting pills have become rarer. Cauldron enchantments are now much weaker. Talisman... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.1
  May 04, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This release contains a number of minor bug fixes and tweaks. Changes Mausoleum Gate beast wave now contains less Degui. Herb field planter slots now increase by 8 per realm. Renamed the settlement 'E... Continue reading
• Version 0.4.0 - Qi Condensation
  May 03, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Qi Condensation is now available! This release allows breaking through into the Qi Condensation realm, and a whole swathe of new content with it. This is not the full realm, and many questlines have n... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.12
  April 28, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version just fixes issues around clicking buttons during a tutorial... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.11
  April 27, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Another round of quality of life features and tweaks, laying more groundwork that Qi Condensation builds off. New Features Added abandon quest confirmation prompt. Added save backup system. A backup i... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.10
  April 24, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This release focuses around a barrier rework, the new training ground, and a laundry list of other minor features. Major Changes Reworked barrier. The damage it blocks is now controlled by the new sta... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.9
  April 20, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Some balance tweaks and bug fixes: Changes All dancing weapons have been buffed slightly. Beating Shiao Gian now gives sect reputation. Mine and Herb Field unlock events now trigger automatically when... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.8
  April 20, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  Another round of bug fixes and tweaks. Changes Added more tiers of the Pi Lip and Aei Ma flare request encounter allowing for giving them larger numbers of flares (for an equally larger reward). Item... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.7
  April 19, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This is a bugfix / Quality of Life / Performance release. Changes Heal and barrier can now crit. Explore encounters are now biased towards beasts you have culling quests for. Additionally, each time y... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.6
  April 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  More fixes for loading existing saves that have invalid equipment. All invalid items should now be unequipped on load, allowing for equipping of working new items... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.5
  April 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version is a further hotfix for existing saves, where the equipped cauldron/flame cannot be found... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.4
  April 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Fix bug that prevented loading games without valid clothing equipped. Fix description of Recuperation Pills. Tweak crafting stat descriptions. Increase height of options dialog in main menu... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.3
  April 17, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version fixes a bug with going through the tutorial, the excessively high requirements for the Trial of Worthiness charisma, and some ui spacing issues... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.2
  April 16, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version centers around laying the groundwork for the Qi Condensation realm, as well as rebalancing, fixing bugs, and adding a number of quality of life features. See below for full changelog. New... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.1
  March 11, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This is a hotfix version to fix loading pre-0.3.0 saves and selecting a location in the world map... Continue reading
• Version 0.3.0
  March 10, 2024 by lyeeedar

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  This version is focused around a complete overhaul of the character system. A great number of new interactions are now available, including attacking hostile characters (finally you can get revenge on... Continue reading

  
• Version 0.2.1
  February 28, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version simply fixes a bug that prevented advancing past the first year of the game, along with some minor spelling corrections... Continue reading
• Version 0.2.0
  February 23, 2024 by lyeeedar

  This version is focused around quality of life changes, bug fixes, and balance changes. Note: A change was made to how masteries are stored, making them more future proof, but sadly this has resulted... Continue reading
• Version 0.1.2
  February 18, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Fixed bug where delivery missions (or any quest that required you to collect some quantity of items) was not completable. Fixed bug that allowed opening the stance menu during a combat round and start... Continue reading
• Version 0.1.1
  February 16, 2024 by lyeeedar

  Compressed images to halve zip size and speed up in game image loading. Fixed bug where stances with a missing technique would prevent a combat round from being started. Fixed bug where some images pa... Continue reading