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Title: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on February 08, 2018, 07:06:39 am
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It is the year 212 AXW: the Great War that ravaged the galaxy of Xerxes has given way to contentious peace. One of the legendary heroes of the war, Arcturo Rave, now presides over Xerxes as the High King. His influence, though considerable, is barely containing a galaxy divided.

Much of the conflict stems from two age-old adversaries: the humanoid Errans of House Rave in Sector 4, and the lizard-like Draconians in Sector 1. To defuse the tension, Draconian Count Vorakia Estuuban wishes to merge two of the most influential houses from Sector 1 and Sector 4 through the marriage of Princess Ellemine Rave (daughter of the High King) and Prince Chad Zephyr (son of Lord Falric Zephyr). The High King approves of this union between the Errans of House Rave in Sector 4 and the Humans of House Zephyr in Sector 1. However, the Count may have an agenda of his own for this marriage, and may not have the best interest of the galaxy in mind. Could House Zephyr simply be a puppet of the Draconian Count in this union?


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Klein Cryoz, the personal bodyguard of Princess Ellemine Rave, finds himself caught up in a twist of unfavorable events. Journey into the galaxy of Xerxes and enter Klein's life, as he finds himself caught up in a galactic feud. Along the way, the fragments of his long-forgotten dark past surface, piece by piece. Will he be able to do his duty, withstand the pressure of a brewing war, all the while having his past haunt him?


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Humans
Humans are an ever-evolving species. For a race that started from primitive humans with apelike features, they have now drastically evolved. It was a great wonder throughout all of Xerxes that the Humans were able to evolve themselves over the years. They now have symmetrical bodily proportions with great features. The Humans' intellectual capacity has improved over the years as well. Now, only time will tell what the Humans are going to be like in the far future.

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Errans
Errans are the inhabitants of Sector 4. They have humanoid features and are identified for their hair-color with hues that range from sapphire blue to emerald green. Erran's source of food is the natural vegetation of Erra and Orion. Some Errans are born with psychic powers. They are called "Ciphers". Some Errans on the other hand aren't born with psychic powers. Non-cipher Errans are given the opportunity to study at the Granian Research Facility of Sector 2 or to join the Erran Vanguard. This happens when they reach 25. In Erran tradition, it is said that the rightful heir to the throne must always be a child born as a Cipher. If a King's first born is not a Cipher, but his second is, then the second child shall be chosen, regardless of age and gender. Erran Royalty is also very strict at keeping their royal children's identity a secret from the Galaxy. This is only until they are engaged and married.

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Draconians
The Draconians have reptilian features. They have hard scales and strong bodies. Their kin are very competitive when it comes to power and authority. They have access to the most advanced technologies up to date, thanks to the help of the Grays at the Granian Research Facility in Sector 2. It was rumored that the Draconians eat human babies as food, but was long debunked by Count Vorakia Estuuban himself. The count specifically mentioned that they would never betray their own people, Draconians and Humans alike. What is known for now is that the Draconians only eat raw animal meat for food.

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Granians (Grays)
Granians are extremely telepathic beings. They communicate with others using their minds. They are also very intellectual. It has been a mystery that they are able to work together in perfect unison for their advancements. Granians work with one mind and are able to achieve much technological advancement. They have skins with hues ranging from pale white to gray. They have huge oval shaped eyes and their bodies are small and frail.

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Gulanians (Greens)
The Gulanians, unlike the Granians, are not telepathic beings. They speak with their tongues like most beings in the Galaxy do. They are more focused on excavations, archeology and manual labor. This makes them the perfect partner for the Granians. Gulanians have the same physical features as the Granians with their small, frail bodies and huge oval shaped eyes. The only difference is that their skin is green.

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Kunians
Kunians are humanoid beings with cat-like features. They have very agile bodies and strong senses. The Kunians are rich in culture and are very spiritual beings. The Kunians are the only ones preserving the practice of "Calline" in all of Sector 3. Calline is a tradition among the Kuni where an individual reaching the age of 20 is given the chance to take a soul-searching journey alone around the galaxy and bring honor to their kind.

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Farians
The Farians are humanoid beings that are identified for their purple skin and hair color that have hues ranging from purple to pink. Most Farians are involved with occultism and witchcraft. They are infamous for the usage of hexes, curses and charms that are driven by criminal intentions. Still, not all Farians are involved with criminal intentions. The occult practices, however, have long been a cultural stigma on their species. Many Farians work underground in Kardel to create devastating hexes and curses with malicious purposes.

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Somaki
The Somaki is an enigmatic race with unknown origins; they're usually seen wearing suits of armor that cover their faces. Their purpose in this sector is unknown. Their body-shape is humanoid in nature and is really muscular. They are usually found lurking in underground areas of the planets in Sector 3. Though there hasn't been any news of the Somaki causing trouble as of late, still, the people of Sector 3 are very cautious of their presence.


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Name: Klein Cryoz
Age: 20
Race: Erran
Zodiac: Scorpio
- The Main Protagonist of the story. Klein is a Cipher, 20 years of age. He has left behind his dark past when the High King of Xerxes took him in as part of the Cipher's Kinetic Association (CKA) of House Rave and assigned him as the Princess' personal body-guard. He is calm, deep and stoic.

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Name: Ellemine Rave
Age: 21
Race: Erran
Zodiac: Virgo
- Princess of House Rave and daughter of the High King. Ellemine is an empath who has suffered greatly because of her powers. She is able to absorb the feelings of everyone around her, be it, joy, pain, sorrow and anger. All of these have made her life difficult and have left her feeling overwhelmed for so many times already. Ellemine, Instead of her non-cipher elder brother, Prince Eryn Rave,  was chosen as heir to House Rave, for, In Erran tradition, the Royal child who possesses psychic powers must always be the chosen heir, despite of their age and gender. She is very close to her mother, Queen Lumina Rave. Ellemine is humble and meek, but wise and strong.

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Name: Chad Zephyr
Age: 19
Race: Human
Zodiac: Pisces
- Prince of House Zephyr and son of the well renowned couple of Sector 1, Lord Falric and Lady Marselva Zephyr. As a college freshman and a popular athlete, life has been going well for him, until he was taken off guard by his parents' decision to get him engaged with an Erran Princess. Chad wasn't really into any kinds of relationship during the time, however, when he met Princess Ellemine for the first time, his heart strings were plucked as an invisible cord of emotional and spiritual connection has formed between the two of them. Chad has been professionally trained in sword-fighting since childhood; this makes him an excellent fighter. He's charismatic, athletic and laid-back.

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Name: Sola Brightling
Age: 20
Race: Kunian
Zodiac: Sagittarius
- A teen who is currently on her "Calline". Calline is a practice among the Kuni where an individual reaching the age of 20 is sent out on a journey around the Galaxy to find him/herself, creating his/her destiny and bringing honor to their people. This journey usually awakens fear and anxiety on a Kunian, but Sola was very excited for this journey. As the adoptive child of Lady Tajuma Hulei, governor of Sector 3, she was always expected to be as reserved and well-behaved as they wanted her to be. Now, the Calline is the only thing that can free her adventurous spirit. She's childish but very cunning.

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Name: Veronica Wale
Age: 27
Race: Farian
Zodiac: Capricorn
- Owner of "Wale's Resto Bar" located in planet Kardel, Sector 3. Veronica lives up to the Farian stereotype of being heavily involved in black magic such as hexes and curses. Veronica is notorious for using spells to enhance her charms and allure on her costumers, making them come back to her resto bar again and again. Veronica's life changed directions when the leader of the "Star Raiders" fell in love with her. The leader of this pirate group wishes to kidnap her and force her into marrying him. She's very charming, witty and humorous.

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Name: Zazir S-89
Age: 8
Race: Half Draconian and Gray
Zodiac: Gemini
- Zazir is the 89th Hybrid experiment of the Niredian Scientists in Sector 1. He is a mixture of both Draconian and Gray DNA. Zazir was left to rot in the barren planet of Jargon in Sector 2, for, he was deemed a failed experiment by the Niredian scientists. Zazir, however, is not exactly a failure himself. He possesses the strong physical capabilities of a Draconian and the telepathic powers of a Gray. He was saved from this predicament when he met Klein and Ellemine. Zazir is naïve and curious, but brave and loyal.


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Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/

Aldorlea: https://www.aldorlea.org/raveheart.php

Itch: https://starmage.itch.io/rave-heart

Free Gallery Pictures: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CzVGjjlYibeXU3Tu_dt5xCvY-kJfne74/view?usp=drive_link


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Features

- Rich background story and varieties of alien planets to explore.
- A Cast of colorful characters who each have their own interesting background stories.
- Side-quests and Optional bosses.
- Discover different extraterrestrial races and their cultures.
- Emotionally involving story-line with interesting twists.
- Immersive Sci-fi setting.
- Animated Side-view Battle System.

Rave Heart Goodies:
- BerryB's very cute artwork for Ellemine, made in his wonderful artstyle!! ^_^ :)
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- BerryB 's adorable 3rd-anniversary artwork for Rave Heart featuring Zazir and Sola:
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- Schlee/Maria Vanessa's awesome cover art that I commissioned to her for Rave Heart's steam store page:
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- Leonardo A.I. generated art for Rave Heart cast in casual setting Wallpaper, photoshopped + put together by me! (You can get full original huge image here (https://www.mediafire.com/file/8kzqfsvi2imgu0w/Rave+Heart+Characters+Wallpaper.png/file))
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- SmashArtist's cute and pretty sprite for Ellemine:
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- hiddenone's really adorable and fun looking art for Chad:
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- Finnuval's really awesome and detailed art for Klein, Ellemine, and Chad:
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- rechronicle's really awesome and dramatic art for Ellemine:
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- dreamfall887 's very cute and beautiful Disney Princess art for Ellemine, which was done via Azaleadolls feature:
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Let's play and Reviews for the Official Steam Release version 2020:
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- Hard Reset's wonderful and detailed review for Rave Heart
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVExov5oX4s

- Drifty and Tea's Fun-filled First Impressions video 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rvThpgh48Y

- HollowNostalgia's stream Let's play for Rave Heart steam version on Twitch:
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/726298439

- Hard Reset's stream Let's play for Rave Heart steam version on Twitch:
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/727468043
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on February 16, 2018, 01:25:15 am
UPDATE!

Hello guys! You may now download the new version of the demo which includes the following changes:

- New battle system: Battle Symphony + CATB by Yami and Battle engine by Yanfly (Good bye, Tankentai SBS :( )
Reasons: While the tankentai sbs of the demo combined the Mog-hunter's atb looked really amazing (to me, at least), it has lots of incompatibility issues that is just too much of a risk in making the game buggy and crash-y. So I had to let it go, even if it hurts. :( But, thankfully, there were talented scripters that I found who have created wonderful battle systems that are able to duplicate the side-view active time battle system that I wanted for the game. They may be simple, but they're very clean and there was a bug fix patch released for the system that is done by DoubleX. So I'll stick with this for now, and hopefully, there won't be any more serious incompatibility issues. :)

- New simpler and cleaner menu as well as some smooth improvements from "Maker Systems".

- Enhanced game camera work from "Maker Systems" for a smoother and immersive experience when exploring the galaxy of Xerxes.

- A few dialogue changes that includes rephrasings and typo fixes.

- Battle system now shows enemy's atb gauge.

- The ATB is no longer real-time, which means that you may now take your time selecting your decisions in battle without the risk of the enemy wrecking havoc on you.

- Intro scroll sequences have been made a lot faster to avoid unnecessary delays.

And that's all of the changes for this version of the demo. (As far as I can remember.)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on February 23, 2018, 05:19:30 am
Hi everyone! I just updated the texts of the game's title screen and logo! ^_^ credits to: cooltext.com

Here is the new titlescreen for the next update. xD
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Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on February 28, 2018, 07:50:27 am
Hello guys!! I've started learning spriting and will create some animated battler sprites for the characters of Rave Heart. ^_^

I'll have an updated demo soon where characters will no longer be using their walking sprite during battles. :)

Here's what I have so far:
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If you wish to give some feedback or discuss the sprites, just leave a comment. ;)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 02, 2018, 10:52:09 am
Hi guys! I am pleased to announce quite a huge update for the demo of Rave Heart, which you may now download and enjoy. :)

Changes:

Version 2.0 Changes:

- Animated battlers for each playable characters are now implemented and ready for use in the demo. (During my journey in learning how to sprite, I have come to a conclusion: It's sooo stressful, but very fun to do.)

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- Game is now played in High resolution (640x480), this should now remove the dark borders around the screen when playing on larger maps. (See? It is a huge update. xD)

- New and improved High res title screen.

- New game text logo implemented in the game.

- All battle-backgrounds and pictures have been adjusted to run in High res.

I hope you guys enjoy! Feel free to leave some feedback and suggestions. ;)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 05, 2018, 01:09:13 pm
Hi guys!! Nikorasu just made a fun-filled let's play + review for Rave Heart! ^_^ I really enjoyed his play through for Rave Heart and I suggest that you guys subscribe to his channel and check out more of his RPG maker game reviews. :) They're very helpful. ^_^

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dATP06LygJ4
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 06, 2018, 05:38:49 am
Hi guys!! I just wish to share some of my progress for the development of Rave Heart right now. :)

First off, the town of Dorine from Planet Kardel:
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(Don't mind the door-less buildings, it's still a WIP)
Klein and friends sets foot in this planet where crime is the norm, wish them luck in this dangerous escapade. xD

Manu options by Yanfly!
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It is an additional feature that I should've used since the very start. xD But here it is! :)

Enemy health bars by Yanfly!
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Another feature that I should've used since the very start. xD This will certainly help players calculate and invest the right damage on specific types of enemnies.

That's all guys! Hope you like it. ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 06, 2018, 10:56:55 pm
Hello guys!! I just wish to share a very detailed and helpful first impressions done by Driftwood Gaming!! ^__^ I really enjoyed it and they were very helpful in pointing out the issues of the game that needs to be addressed. xDD Also, you'll be chuckling a lot in this video, as their beautiful voice-acting will leave you in awe. xDD :D Enjoy! ^_^

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hLdrXLhDGU
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 11, 2018, 09:45:15 am
Hello everyone!! You may now download the new demo for Rave Heart, version 2.5! ^_^

Changes are as follows:

- Added Options command (System) on the main menu that allows players to adjust the volume of BGM, SE and BGS as well an auto-dash on/off option.

- New animations has been implemeted to all skills, attacks and items.

- Black-screen time during cutscenes has been reduced.

- New icons for items such as the First Aid kit.

- Enemies now show their health bar during battle.

- Fixed a few found grammatical errors and typos. Some sentences have been reconstructed as well.

- New music has been implemented on the test chambers of City-lab.

- Encounter Rate at the dungeons has been reduced.

- Fixed some tile issues.

Enjoy!! Feedback and suggestions are always welcome. :)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 15, 2018, 10:18:42 am
Hi guys! Here's a test video for the custom battle animations I've implemented for many of the characters' spells and skills. :) I hope you like 'em. ^_^

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiWYKs8G_rw
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 23, 2018, 03:21:39 am
Hello all!! I just wish to share the latest LP+Reviews done by these awesome LPers and video reviewers! They're for Rave Heart's demo version 2.5! ^_^ With some very helpful feedback and fun playthrough to show! XD

Nikorasu's Let's Play+Video Review for the demo 2.5:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnsI3a0gesg

NeoSoulGamer's Let's Play+Video Review for the demo 2.5:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJUm1CMcK4E

chibievil's Let's Play+Video Review for the demo 2.5:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQ5JMknhXHg

I hope you guys enjoy! ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on March 27, 2018, 08:25:41 am
Hi guys!!! I have now started creating my very own website for my RPG Maker games with wix.com! ^__^

https://whitemagekyle.wixsite.com/starmagerpg

You may visit it now! ^_^ (I had reports that there were problems viewing the site using mobile x( )

Hope you enjoy! :)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on April 02, 2018, 02:47:22 pm
Hello guys!! Demo version 3.0 is now up!! ^_^

Here are the changes so far:

- New Intro Scene - A whole tutorial sequence that involves Bryan and Klein, fighting their way to capturing a Farian fugitive. Reasons: This is to add some action and hype at the very start of the game. Since the game is story-driven, I believe that starting out with some gameplay would be a nice touch.
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- New skill and item icons

- New skill animations added

- Implemented an arrow pointer as guide for story progression

- Slight adjustments to the battle HUD (ATB bar is now at the lowest section)

- Typo fixes

- Dialogues now uses a different font

That would be all guys!! Thank you so much and I hope that you'll enjoy! ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on April 06, 2018, 11:38:25 am
Hello Everyone! ^_^ Here's a newb photoshop art I did for both Ellemine and Chad for my game Rave Heart. :) This is like, my first time trying out my hand at photoshop drawings as my way to cope with my recent streak of depressing happenings. :( X( Anyway, this scene is supposed to capture Ellemine and Chad's getting to know moment during the engagement party in the game. xD :D Hope you guys like it. ^_^
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Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Zexion on April 08, 2018, 04:54:38 pm
Looks nice :b If you want to take your line art up a level, try the polygonal lasso tool for lines. If you prefer using a brush for now, try a harder brush. Something like this:(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/319603485626859540/432644244579024907/unknown.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on April 11, 2018, 02:04:01 pm
Hi Zexion! Oh wow! I have never thought about that! ^_^ Thank you so much and I'll keep your advise in mind! ^_^ :)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on April 26, 2018, 11:44:49 pm
Hello everyone!! Version 4.0 is here!! :) It has tons of new content (story-wise) and a few updates and improvements from the previous versions! I have all the reviewers and LPers to thank for the improvements of the game! ^_^

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Changes:

- Intro Maps have been updated.

- Shuttle sprites have been updated (Huge thanks to SmashArt for providing a cool shuttle sprite for the game).

- Menu sound effects have been updated.

- More story content (1 hour extension from the previous demos).

- Astral boosts' sprites have been changed.

- A few tile-set bug fixes.

- Added some cool lighting effects on many of the maps.
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on May 05, 2018, 02:27:18 am
Hello everyone!! I just wish to share BerryB 's very wonderfully cute artwork for Ellemine!! ^_^ :)

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Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on May 15, 2018, 09:14:11 am
Hi guys!! Here's another update on the demo for Rave Heart!

Changes:

- Most arena enemies have been dramatically nerfed.

- Fixed some more tile-set bugs that I missed at some comfort rooms.

- Fixed a bug where the shuttle will sometimes appear as a car in one of the maps in the demo.

- Fixed an unpassable tile found at Dorado.

- A few more story continuation from previous version.

Also, some screeny for you guys:

Poor Veronica, forced to marry the crazy Star-Raiders' leader. Veronica has no say in this cause she was intentionally muted. xD (And yes, that's a wedding in a dance club.)
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Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on July 25, 2018, 05:18:59 am
Currently working on the Kunian Planet: Vismel's wildlife!! XD :) Hopefully Chad can keep up with their culture in this planet xDD

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Stay tuned, as demo version 5.0 is coming soon! ;) It will have a huge overhaul for the prologue's writing, as well as many significant changes, and more story content! ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on July 28, 2018, 02:08:10 pm
Hello everyone!! I am very pleased to present to you all a very big update along with the downloadable new demo: Version 5.0! :)

There have been tons of changes and improvements from the previous, as seen in the changelog. All of this isn't possible without the help and kindness of everyone who gave their support, wonderful feedback, suggestions and criticisms! :) They are always a huge help to my development of this game! :) So thank you, thank you, thank you soooo much for everyone who gave their honest feedback as well as their support! This goes out to all the people who LP'd and reviewed my game! ^_^ And of course, people who shared their support and comments of the game is so much appreciated! :D

Now, without further ado;

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Version 5.0 changes:

- Shuttle's sprites have been reverted back to the Space cars.

- Fixed a few typos and grammatical errors.

- Healing items' recovery power has been slightly increased.

- Victory music has been changed.

- Klein's "Kinetics" has been renamed to "Psionics".

- Ellemine's skill "Alter" has been renamed to "Conversion". Icon has also been changed.

- Intro Area has been improved with an added little exploration, dialogue reworks, and some lootable chests.

- Prologue's story and narrative regarding Ellemine's Psi-Exams have been reworked completely in respect to the image of sovereignty.

- Going near the Rave Palace waterfalls will now play some sound effects.

- All music in the game that are .mp3 files have been converted to .ogg files.

- 1 hour of additional gameplay/story content.

Hope you all enjoy!! ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Blizzard on July 28, 2018, 02:16:53 pm
I was always wondering what you use for lighting. Is it a special script or just plain old eventing?
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on July 28, 2018, 02:54:15 pm
Hello Blizzard! :) Haha, yup, it is actually just eventing! ^_^ :) I only used a lighting effect charset that moves. ;) I think the effect is by Creative Ed! :D
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on July 29, 2018, 03:25:02 pm
Hello everyone!! Here's Toasty's amazing and very helpful First impression video for Rave Heart's recent demo version; 5.0! ^_^ :) Check him out guys, and I hope you enjoy! ^_^

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWZn1nphabo
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on October 27, 2018, 08:15:20 am
Hi all! I know I've been gone and haven't been posting some news about my development of this game as of late! But no worries, I do not intend to stop! ^_^

I was busy with some real life stuff, and I'm also currently working on a collab project with Berry on the RMN Twisted Fairy Tale Event here: https://rpgmaker.net/events/halloween18/ . I'm also very excited to share with you guys this collab project soon as we wil be releasing the game either this Oct. 29 or 30. :) Then I can start working on Rave Heart once again. xD :)

Rave Heart is currently on private beta test phase, and I have wonderful and trusted people playing the private beta right now. :) If you wish to give me the honor of being one of my private beta testers, please do not hesitate to ask! ^_^ With that said, I will no longer be uploading Public demos for download. :)

For now, here's a little screenie sneak peak of what's to come! XD
(https://i.imgur.com/g6B9NIR.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart (Demo available)
Post by: Starmage on June 15, 2020, 01:47:14 am

Hello everyone! I know this video doesn't show much, but that's the point! XD Im simply here to announce that I have finally finished making Rave Heart's main quest + ending! Now all I have to do is make all the side-quests and side-optional stuff, then unto steam this game goes! :D (though I still need to deal with the documentation stuff needed on Steam direct first) I am super duper excited guys!! ^_^ Hope you guys like this little announcement! :D

Here are also some new updated screenies for the game's battle system and many more:

(https://i.imgur.com/UP9MbBK.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/kJhmhjJ.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/CRKq9IY.png)
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(https://i.imgur.com/Vh46XOD.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/3HHzeB5.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/pgXlqJu.png)
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Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 23, 2020, 01:36:01 am
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Rave Heart is finally complete! All that's needed now are further testing and of course, waiting on my documents' approval from Steam. I feel like I am literally dreaming right now! To everyone who has helped me in this game's development; you guys are the best! ^_^

I already have a good and trusted friend beta test the first ever initial completed build of Rave Heart! And I will have to work on the Steam processes first before release! :D (Not to mention; all of the needed steam files and stuff for achievements and so on.)

Thank you so much everyone and I hope you all enjoy this announcement! <3
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 24, 2020, 09:49:44 am
Hello everyone!! Here's a trailer for Rave Heart finally!! <3 Something I'm prepping for its steam release soon! <3 :D I hope you all enjoy!! ^_^ :)

Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on July 26, 2020, 11:15:42 am
Hello everyone! I just wish to share these really cool fanarts that the talented and amazing artists of RMW did for Rave Heart:

SmashArtist 's cute and pretty sprite for Ellemine:

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(https://i.imgur.com/tXXlLeI.png)


hiddenone 's really adorable and fun looking art for Chad:

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(https://i.imgur.com/5NImKUh.png)


Finnuval 's really awesome and detailed art for Klein, Ellemine, and Chad:

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(https://i.imgur.com/035PnMx.png)


rechronicle 's really awesome and dramatic art for Ellemine:

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(https://i.imgur.com/72AoaOK.jpg)


Hope you all enjoy! ^_^
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on July 29, 2020, 03:55:21 am
Hello everyone! I am so happy to share with you all that Rave Heart store page in steam is finally up! Release date is going to be on August 28, 2020! This is already a big step for me, and I would like to thank each and everyone of the people who helped me with the game's development! I remembered every feedback, support, and kind words that made this moment possible! I also wish to thank God for helping me on this journey. <3 ^_^

It would mean so much to me if you wishlist Rave Heart on steam! Wish you all a great day! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 20, 2020, 02:39:55 am
Hello everyone! Just a reminder that Rave Heart will soon be released on steam one week from now! (August 28, 2020) :D Feel free to wishlist the game on steam now if you haven't already! <3

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/

(https://i.imgur.com/qX6Gcz9.jpg)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 27, 2020, 04:28:12 am
Hello everyone! Rave Heart is about to be released tomorrow already! <3 ^_^ And I am so excited! To anyone who is interested, please don't hesitate to wishlist the game on steam now, that would mean so much to me! <3 :D

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/

And just a little bonus! dreamfall887 from RMW just made a Disney Princess art via the Azaleadolls feature for Ellemine, and I just love it! <3

(https://i.imgur.com/u2GsUht.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 28, 2020, 08:12:04 am
Rave Heart is Officially Released on Steam!

(https://i.imgur.com/AC8hP8X.png)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/

Hello everyone! First of all, I wish to thank God for giving me the strength and will to develop this game through all the ups and downs of my journey making it. And I wish to thank my family and friends for supporting me along the way, and last but not the least, I wish to thank the wonderful and beautiful Rpg Maker and game deving community for all the love, support, and help being shared! From my wonderful friends on the RM community! Game devs, Let's players, Reviewers, Streamers, and players alike! <3 The wonderful, awesome, and talented people in my credits section for making this game happen with their amazing plugins/scripts, arts, sprites, music, and what have you! Degica team for the wonderful engine! You all made this happen! Again, I wish to THANK each ONE of you, from the bottom of my heart! ^_^

Without further ado, Rave Heart is officially out on steam now for 5.99$! I truly hope you all enjoy the game and that it will be worth your while! <3 I had a dream and goal in mind, that the game shall bring the very same feeling I felt as a child, playing my favorite classic JRPG's from the PS1 era along with the GBA. And I hope it shall deliver just that, the classic nostalgic JRPG experience. ^_^ <3 Wishing you all the best! Enjoy and much love! :)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 28, 2020, 09:58:30 am
I also wish to share Driftwood Gaming's wonderful and super fun stream they did for Rave Heart a day before this release! <3 ^_^ Drifty and Tea are such wonderful people who make very fun streams that'll make you smile a lot and even laugh with how hilarious they do stuff with their epic VA's and sound effects. xD Other than that, they are always very helpful with their feedback and insight! ;) ^_^ Support their channel and discord server as well you guys! <3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rvThpgh48Y
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 31, 2020, 03:48:31 am
Hello everyone! For those who are interested! You can check out and follow HollowNostalgia on Twitch, as he plays and streams Rave Heart shortly after the full steam release! <3 ^_^ Enjoy! :D

https://www.twitch.tv/videos/726298439
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on September 03, 2020, 02:21:53 am
Hello everyone! I wish to share Hard Reset's twitch Stream of Rave Heart's steam release! <3 ^_^ He will be streaming more of Rave Heart, so if you're interested to watch, you can always follow him as he does a lot of cool streams for both RPG maker games and AAA RPG's alike! <3 :D ^^

https://www.twitch.tv/videos/727468043
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on October 29, 2020, 12:48:11 pm
Happy Halloween Everyone! You may now grab Rave Heart for 70% off on steam until November 3! ^_^ This is also to celebrate my upcoming bday on November 1! :) <3 Hope you all enjoy! :D

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on December 22, 2020, 11:33:46 pm
Hello everyone! Rave Heart is 50% off on Steam until January 6! :) Happy Holidays all! <3

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on January 30, 2021, 09:30:58 am
Hello everyone! I am so happy and excited to announce that Rave Heart is out on Aldorlea Games now! ^_^ You may also purchase a guide book that is exclusive only on Aldorlea! <3 :D Hope you all enjoy! :D

https://www.aldorlea.org/raveheart.php
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on March 11, 2021, 09:08:18 am
Hello everyone! I just wish to share Hard Reset's very wonderful video review of Rave Heart! ^_^ I hope you guys enjoy it! :D <3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVExov5oX4s
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on March 05, 2023, 04:14:46 am
Hello everyone! I just wanted to share this fantastic wallpaper for the main cast of my game Rave Heart in a casual setting, if they weren't in a galactic war. ^_^ Character Art generated using Leonardo A.I., photoshopped + put together by me. Hope u guys like it! <3

Download for original huge image: https://www.mediafire.com/file/8kzqfsvi2imgu0w/Rave+Heart+Characters+Wallpaper.png/file
(https://i.imgur.com/DrYNNOQ.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 01, 2023, 03:02:57 am
ANNOUNCEMENT:

Rave Heart is getting an overhaul update! Version 7.0 is coming to Steam and Itch this June! with WASD accessibility, new in-game artwork overhaul, bug fixes, and brand-new sidequest content! Stay tuned! <3 ^_^

(https://i.postimg.cc/Y2Y5dTsk/Promotional-Art-1-Medium.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: JohnnyBear on June 01, 2023, 07:04:30 pm
Looks pretty cool, reminds me of older classics gameplay-wise, but with newer artwork. I wishlisted it, I'll look more into it in the future.
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 01, 2023, 11:54:12 pm
Quote from: JohnnyBear on June 01, 2023, 07:04:30 pmLooks pretty cool, reminds me of older classics gameplay-wise, but with newer artwork. I wishlisted it, I'll look more into it in the future.

Thanks so much, Johnnybear! I'm so glad it reminds you of older classic JRPG's as they are indeed my inspiration. Hope you'll enjoy! <3 ^^

Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 01, 2023, 11:55:38 pm
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCv3gGg3/Title3.png)

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Rave Heart Overhaul Edition is now live on Steam & Itch! Enjoy a new side quest with powerful foes, new in-game artwork, WASD movement, bug fixes, and more!

Note: Unfortunately, it's been found that old saves from an older version of Rave Heart are no longer compatible with this update. The best solution I could give to anyone who wishes to continue their playthrough is to send me a DM on discord Starmage#4488 and send me which part you are right now in the game of your old save, and a screenshot of your party level + items + equipment, and I'll try creating a new save for you based on the info you gave me. Thank you so much!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/

https://starmage.itch.io/rave-heart
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 19, 2023, 11:01:03 pm
Rave Heart is 50% Off on Steam! If you enjoy classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy, but in space, grabbing your copy of the game will sate that classic JRPG appetite. 😁❤️

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on June 21, 2023, 05:20:21 am
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Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 24, 2023, 07:07:52 am
ANNOUNCEMENT: Rave Heart assets are now reverted back to the DS portrait art pack! You may now officially enjoy the beautiful human-made assets while playing Rave Heart. The new side-quest with all the new super-bosses are still available in this asset revert update. Hope you all enjoy! ^^ <3

You may also download a gallery pack for all the images made for the overhaul for free: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CzVGjjlYibeXU3Tu_dt5xCvY-kJfne74/view?usp=drive_link

(https://i.postimg.cc/138KgMXB/Untitled.png)
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYY0xTXZ/Untitled2.png)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dzsd6Zqb/Untitled8.png)
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on August 29, 2023, 05:39:36 am
(https://i.postimg.cc/YC2Nst7C/raveheart3rdanniversary-2small.png)
Zazir & Sola says Happy 3rd Anniversary to Rave Heart's full release! Adorable artwork done by the amazing Berry B! Celebrating this anniversary with a week-long sale!

Rave Heart is 48% Off on STEAM for the week: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on November 22, 2023, 12:45:16 am
Hi everyone! Rave Heart is 48% Off on Steam for Steam Autumn Sale! <3 https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on February 12, 2024, 09:59:00 pm
Hello everyone! Rave Heart is 50% Off for the RPGmaker Festival 2024 celebration! :D

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/
Title: Re: Rave Heart
Post by: Starmage on March 14, 2024, 08:48:54 pm
Rave Heart is 48% Off on Steam for the Steam Spring Sale! :D

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1375880/Rave_Heart/