Work with 0842 is well under way and the A1 version is scheduled to go live next week.
Here are a couple of previews of what to expect in the A1 Alpha (not including the usual dozen-or-so tweaks, improvements and bug fixes):
The Space Marine's quest + new location
0842 sees the completion of something that's been WIP since 2022 (and also one of MoR's first tier requests - sorry for the delay, Chancellor).
While Samuel's quest is a rather straightforward combat-oriented adventure, it sees the implementation of "Hunter's Oasis", the famous tavern of Hamah Bay, and a new powerful Paragon male NPC.
Make sure to stop by the Oasis and look for unique deals when you do your next Rifle tour to Hamah Bay. A new "unique trade" is generated upon each Conclude Day and can vary greatly in profit. Why not also taste some of the local wine/ale while you're there?
MC Beauty and Charisma overhaul
In order to make things more consistent between the MC and NPCs, the current Charm/Attractive trait frameworks (for the MC) have been overhauled by adding two new attributes to the MC (BEAUTY and CHARISMA).
At Character Creation, The MC's Base BEAUTY is 35. It can be increased up 90 by the use of Creation Points (natural BEAUTY cap).
The Attractive trait sets the the natural BEAUTY cap to 120. The BEAUTY attribute cannot be increased above 90 in the CCP, however.
BEAUTY can be increased in game through cosmetic surgery at Doctor's Hall (up to the natural cap), similar to how Charm works in 0841.
Charm has been renamed to CHARISMA but functions just as Charm did before, playing a heavy roll in Charm attempts during interactions.
CHARISMA can be increased to 130 (just like other Attributes) through rolls, special events and courses.
The MC's BEAUTY now work like an extra bonus/penalty checker for various sexual, seduction and general interaction rolls. It also enables me to add more unique dialogues tied directly to the MC's appearance instead of the hard-to-define Charm skill and Attractive trait.
An ugly MC can also instill his subjects with Fear and other states - opening up additional RPing doors for players.
Old saves are auto-converted as follows:
Charm skill = CHARISMA.
BEAUTY = Charm skill (up to defined caps, 90/120, based on if the MC has the Attractive Trait or not).
New art
60+ wardrobe pics (Av167-Av170+, overhauled A178).
14 bathroom scenes (Rebecca, Juno).
16 wardrobe scenes for new randies (Av183-Av184).
Full scenes for Av104.
Don't hesitate to drop by our Discord for daily progress updates and previews!