Pokémon Windchasers.

[Saikoden]

The front page has been updated with some screenshots of the maps St.Minor has been working on and also sketches of the starting pokemon that Altorn has designed for us. Of course, if he wishes for them to not be shown then i will gladly take them out.

 

[Calibre]

Hey,

I am inclined to agree with many of the earlier posts on a few matters. With so many people always attempting Pokemon games, why not just take the idea of monster collection and make it your own... There are plenty of alternatives in the real commercial world, so why not give it a shot yourself. There is also Digimon, Monster Rancher, Monster Hunter, to name but a few.

Why not keep all the idea's you enjoy about Pokemon, and then place them into a fresh idea that is original to you. I personally really like the pirate theme, there aren't many sea based adventures around for rmxp, so why not take full advantage of that. It would give your game a clear distinction between this and other pokemon fan games. It will still appeal to Pokemon fans, but also be a breath of fresh air at the same time.

I like the monsters already added. If altorn keeps making them, then they should look great.

You could use this as an opportunity to add darker elements to the game, which go hand in hand with piracy. A deeper storyline, a moodier atmosphere at times, the loss of a few pokemon cliches.

Of course, if a pokemon specific game is what you really want to do then great! I'm just adding to previous posts about how you can keep the good/pokemon elements, but make something totally fresh, and without being restricted to ONLY adding Pokemon things and NOT being able to add your own elements. I'd love to see more monster catching games, but why not make youe every own pirate themed game around it!

Good luck on this anyway!

 

[Saikoden]

Thanx for your views Calibre, they are very much appreciated. But, the story and plot i have figured out have been solely based around the pokemon type of genre. The story i have shown is only a small teaser, there will be darker elements into the game, i dont want to give to much way as it will destroy the mystery of the game but i suppose a little cant hurt. IF you read the character bio of Atlantis you will notice the death of his wife, i didnt go into much detail on the matter but the course and meaning of her death will become a very key aspect in the game. Also because the game is based around pirating there will be things such as pillaging villages or boarding enemy vessels.

You can of course be a good pirate, well, as good as a pirate can be lol. The only key elements from the pokemon game is the battle/catching system and maybe the pokegear. This is of course very much a fan game but it is also very much my own.

There is of course many other features and plot lines i will be adding into the game but they are still in the planning stages and as i said before revealing everything would just kill the point of playing the game.

 

[~Atlaswing~]

Yes, i agree with Calibre too.. Since you plan for this game to be unique, why not add a deeper storyline(or a twist) that can attract the interest of youngsters AND teens and grown-ups too; but not losing the original thought of Friendship and Heroism the old pokegames have layed on its gamers..

Yes, as much as i can, i will continue adding more pokemon designs! Time is my hardest enemy here but i'm willing to kill it for this game.. Lets make this game a truly unique one!!(as much as we can, that is)

 

[Saikoden]

The brief story i have on the front page is subject to change. Ive been thinking about everyone's advice and have come up with some different angles on things. The start of the game will basically still be the same, like starting on the ship but it will have some subtle changes.

Im all up for anyone who has plot ideas or good storylines, as this is a game i want to be remembered. I think i might actually type up the story up again now. i of course wont give too much a way

Edit: Post some minor changes to the basic beginning story, take a look and tell me what you think :D

 

[Aldrane]

I'm gonna do some sketches for that bird pokémon you get after completing the sidequest I submitted =D

 

[Saikoden]

Alright Aldrane, can't wait to see what you can come up with.

 

[Aldrane]

It's looking good so far, but my scanners broken so I won't be able too submit it 4 a while

 

[Saikoden]

Thats fine Aldrane, whenever you can get it up will be good. We arent going anywhere anytime soon. Maybe to the projects forums lol.

Currently writing out more plot and St. Minor is making the first port town where you get your ship. Screenshots will be posted up later in the day

 

[Aldrane]

since we may have to invent 150+ new pokémon, once I've submitted my design if you like it, I could help out with the pokémon's design

 

[Saikoden]

Yeh, if your pokemon design is as good as Altorn then you may help him out with designing. Im sure he would welcome the help if you were up for it and could produce good quality pokemon.

 

[Aldrane]

I'm trying out the grass pokémon a cross beetween bellossom and charmander =D

 

[Saikoden]

lol, at the moment we already have a grass starter in the works. Altorn should be drawing it up in a day or two. Of course, if yours is good we can use it somewhere else in the game.

 

[GreatSuperheroPikachu]

At first glance, those starters looks like it is drawn in digimon style.
But such creativity is outstanding.

 

[Aldrane]

lol, at the moment we already have a grass starter in the works. Altorn should be drawing it up in a day or two. Of course, if yours is good we can use it somewhere else in the game.

Good, lol 'coz mine doesn't really look like a starter =D

 

[~Atlaswing~]

haha..
Saikoden,
Im finishing the design about the grass type we were talking about and its cute so far, looks like a very young offspring...
Gonna upload it maybe tommorow...

And oh, i've already made a pokemon logo with a windchasers subtitle...
I think its quite nice but not so good yet, and needs lot of mods.. I'll send you, aldrane and St. Minor the sigs i made, it is similar to the title screen with a "COMING SOON"...

GShP,
Thanks for the complement, yeah, the Hydree guy is like a Digimon(season 1) style, i dont know how it got that expression...

Aldrane,
I welcome suggestions and help from you! We'll make as much Pokepoke as we can!!!

 

[Saikoden]

At first glance, those starters looks like it is drawn in digimon style.
But such creativity is outstanding.

Lol, good old digimon. Haven't seen that show in years, im sure Altorn appreciates your comments.

The front page should be edited with some more screenshots today, once Minor gets on and sends me the maps he has been working on and hopefully Altorn will be done with colouring of the starters and the completion of the grass starters. Which i can't wait to see :D.

Everything seems to be running along smoothly, at the moment i am working on some eventing with the current maps and database work.

Edit: See, told you he liked praise lol. Can't wait to see it, im sure it has turned out great. Alright, there is no need to rush just get things done when you can.

 

[Aldrane]

I've designed some bird pokémon

I'll edit this when I have them uploaded

Winfinch, Skihawk, Kestraal = Pidgey, Pidgeotto, Pidgeot

Seagle, Wintern= Wingull, Pellipper ( i think)

Falcaw= Secret pokémon

 

[~Atlaswing~]

Whoa, you have given them names??
I cannot just give names to the pokemon i draw!!! I cannot think of any!

A secret pokemon... Nice.. legendary, rare? Post it here or PM us please?

 

[Aldrane]

It's one that you get from completing the sidequest I thought up, you get it as a reward along with an exp. share ^_^