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    A hooded figure looms heroically in the centre of an action-packed image, with large sword pull out behind it. The white mask they wear has a wide red vertical between the eyes, and down to the split where the mouth is. Witherbloom appears in stylized letters
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    Witherbloom

    Hub and base-building mechanics The Hearth Act 1 Narrative implementation Levels The Outpouring, Floor 1 of the Sanctum of Harmony The Scatter, Floor 2 of the Sanctum of Harmony

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    Promo Art, Illustration: Arthur, and other characters from Ghosts N' Goblins, are shown in aggressive poses facing forward; ready to attack.
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    Ghosts n’ Goblins x Dead Rising 4

    Project:  Dead Rising 4 / CAPCOM Heroes Engine:    Forge, a proprietary engine at CAPCOM Vancouver Character:   Arthur costume from Ghosts n’ Goblins series Goblin Target Practice A melee variation on Target Shooting archetype where five dangerous, evolved zombies must be hit…

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    Gameplay, from Victoria's point of view. Victoria looks at her golden Lion headed mace, just summoned into her hands along with an ornate golden shield.
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    Leading the Player Abilities team

    Project:  MythForce Engine:    Unreal Editor 4 Feature:    Player Abilities After unexpected attrition on the design team, I was quickly offered a chance to lead the Player Abilities team towards a critical milestone. This lightweight group made excellent progress in these two…

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    Action Verbs for the Ultimate Archer

    Project:  MythForce Engine:    Unreal Editor 4 Character:   Hawkins, the Ultimate Archer Teamplay Archetype for Hawkins Ranged Initiator and Escape Expert These three player abilities are the most impactful verbs for Hawkins’ portrayal Design Intentions Hawkins uses strong bow weapon attacks, as…

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    Concept Art of the Cannery including a boat and stilted buildings over a frozen ocean. Wolves walk near a collection of wood detritus on the ice.
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    Bleak Inlet

    Bleak Inlet is a cold and windy region of ruined coastal industry, including a frozen delta and the ring of wilderness around an inlet of icy ocean.

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