JADE - Design thoughts

Java-based Ancient Domains Engine
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This page contains some random ramblings I have written down while trying to think about the design of JADE. The texts are sorted by date and contain my thoughts on certain aspects of the game. If you feel the need to utter your opinion, please do so. Insights from the outside (so to speak) are always welcome and most probably will help to make JADE a better game.

Currently you can find texts on the following topics concerning JADE:

JADE is coming to town - with various city vistas and more! (12/04/2004)
Screenshots - JADE 0.0.5 is evolving! (09/04/2004)
Screenshots - JADE slowly is taking shape! (10/06/2001)
JADE Events - lots of stuff is happening! (01/05/1999)
Monsters are players, too! (01/05/1999)
Attributs, hit points, and the balance of power (12/24/1998)
Experience levels and professions (12/24/1998)

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