The Orb of Power

Created by thewitchking444



POSTED: 9/3/07
Edited: 10/3/07


Synopsis:

This is a new single-player RPG, featuring a young Elven Mage, who has just risen from apprenticeship. He is now equipped with some minimal powers, and sets out to roam the world...

But while this lucky young individual sets out to seek his fortune, a new threat ammasses. The Dark Wizard Almalaskon(yes, bad guys like to have looong and unpronunciable names) is seeking the Orb of Power, an endless supply and database of knowledge, spells, and Power. Fortunately, the Orb of Power was hidden long ago by the wizards council, and only they know where it is hidden. But they are all dead, and Almalaskon will never be able to find the orb, or can he...

The Elven Mage Ilmar finds himself tangled up in a great adventure, and he must use his knowledge, power and wits to overcome this new threat.

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Will he stand, or will he Fall?

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What makes this different from other RPGs, you ask?

Features:

Two different paths - Will Ilmar stand with the Elves, or will he become a dark elf in the service of Almalaskon?

Toggle weapons - The character will be able to toggle between ranged and melee attacks.

Summoning Units - Ilmar can summon units to aid him, such as Elves and Satyrs.

Variety of Powers - Ilmar, as a Mage, will be able to use a variety of chat-operated powers, which will differ depending on which side you are on.

Mana system - Unlike other RPGs, this one shall have a Mana system, so your powers do not have to recharge, instead they will consume Mana. In this way, you will be able to cast powers one after another without delay.

Shapeshifting - Because of the natural Elven powers bestowed on him, Ilmar will be able to shapeshift into things such as trees, bears, rocks and other things.

Trade - A trade system shall be implemented, which means you will be able to trade gold for wood, wood for food, or anything else.

Utilisation of Resources - In the game, all the resources shall be used, which means that it is not only 'oh I have 1000000 gold I can buy anything I want', instead, you will have to carefully balance the resource that you have.

Upgrade system - Ilmar will be able to upgrade his health, attack, range, defence and Mana at different places.

Shops - Whoever heard of an RPG without shops? Ilmar will be able to purchase powers, food, wood and even potions.

Leveling system - As Ilmar battles enemies, he will gain experience which can level him up, increasing his Mana, health, attack, and occasionally his range and defence.

Advanced Powers system - Because Ilmar is a fast learner, his powers will increase in level as you use them, having a greater effect.

Epic Powers - Ilmar will be able to call upon 4 different Epic Powers given to him by the Gods. These do not consume Mana, and their effects are amazingly devestating.



Powers:

BASIC POWERS

Ilmar has a few basic powers that he has gained from his apprenticeship, which are not affected by his alignment.

Lone Tree: This power is activated by typing the word 'tree' into the chatbox. It will stealth Ilmar, turning him into a Gaia tree for ten seconds. Higher levels increase duration.

Elven Rage: This power will increase Ilmar's attack for a short while, making him a powerful foe to deal with. It is activated by the code 'elfrage'. Higher levels increase the attack increase and the duration.

Mana Siphon: The Elves have learnt to channel their magic into their body, thereby activating a healing process in which Mana is converted into Health. This power is activated by typing 'manasiphon'. Higher levels increase the rate at which the Mana is channelled, giving more health for the same amount of Mana.

Final Courage: When his health is low, Ilmar can increase his attack by a great amount, and deal a ton of damage to the enemy. This is activated by typing 'final' into the chatbox. It can only be used when Ilmar's health is below 20%.


EPIC POWERS

EVIL:

Boulder Fall - This causes a strange boulder to fall from the sky, crushing everything near it, and causing a blockage. Please do not cast it upon yourself, though...

Earthshaker - This causes powerful shakes and convulsions in the earth, and causing cracks to spring out of the ground an damage enemies nearby.

Poison burst - This power sprouts acid from the ground, damaging units nearby.

Flaming Wall - This summons a number of flames for a short time, rendering the area nearly impassable. However, this does not do damage to enemies.

Good

Cloud break - This holy power shines down beams of light on an area, hurting enemy units, and sometimes flinging them away.

Healing Light - The Gods send down beams of Light, healing any allies nearby.

Blinding Light - This shines down a powerful beam of Light, blinding enemy troops and flinging them away, although they do not get damaged.

Summon reinforcements - Ilmar calls upon Elven troops to help him, though because of their limited magic, they have only 1 attack and dissappear after a few moments. However, if you use them carefully they could really hurt the enemy.

SCREENSHOTS
Elven City

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MORE TO COME SOON

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--Progress--
Map design: First town (elven city) has been finished.
Triggers: Mana done. Tree power done.
Storyline: The basics.


Made by thewitchking444

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I am the great Witch King!
My LOTR website: mahanaxar.freevar.com

[This message has been edited by thewitchking444 (edited 10-08-2007 @ 08:47 PM).]