The Dark Wood

Opaline faces status effects as she searches the Dark Wood for her brother:

• Anger, which only responds to Calming Bell;
• Anxiety, which only responds to Toilet Paper;
• Conspiracy, which only responds to Fact Serum;
• Denial, which only responds to Sober Jam;
• Fatigue, which only responds to Rested Butter;
• Fever, which only responds to Trial Drug;
• Horror, which only responds to Therapeutic Book;
• Unconsciousness, which only responds to Star Flower.

With the help of Fairielle's magic, plus Greg's cute face, Opaline may figure out how to heal status effects without items; but even then—can she make it through the Dark Wood?—or will the status effects overcome her?

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GAME JAM

I made The Dark Woods for Mechanic Jam 2, a game jam with a focus on mechanics and the theme, "Status Effects." I thought this was the perfect time to practice status-based plug-ins in RPG Maker MV, as well as processing feelings about COVID-19.

Let me know what you think! I like incorporating suggestions into future patches.