The Year of the Rabbit is here, friends, and we'll do our best to introduce you to a couple of cute bunnies as soon as possible! 🐇 May the adventures you'll come across this year be the Phi-nest you've ever experienced, both in the real world and the virtual ones!
In this post, we'll show you another location from the game. As before, spoilers are inevitable, but we'll make sure to leave the tastiest secrets for you to experience on your own. 😉
Introducing the Crystal Orangerie!
This place is full of vegetation that needs some help to get through the colder seasons. The name hints at something more specific than just vegetation, though, right?
Among the many residents of this building, there's a very unusual tree. Its roots, mixed with giant Ardorum crystals, form an unforgettable sight for every visitor! The entire building was originally constructed to preserve this unique phenomenon, actually. Has this dualism influenced the tree and resulted in some peculiarities? You may find out in the game!
Obviously, flora requiring aid to survive through the cold would also need a caretaker. Let's greet Tove, the warm and hardworking turtle!
By the way, tending flowers is not her only occupation. She crafts jewelry of all kinds and loves using crystals mined on the island in her works. Even Cres had studied under Tove for a while before leaving the island. Tove can also cook like a chef and makes amazing tea, so definitely visit her cafe if you're around during the Warm Winds season.
And here's a little sneak peek at how some of the modular decorations are made! Consolidating several smaller and simpler assets like this allows us to create interesting compositions. Decking out various rooms and warehouses with these is especially effective. And messy places, even when created intentionally instead of naturally, feel more realistic, or maybe it's just us. 😅 This process also feels very similar to playing with construction toys once all the assets are ready!
And now, it's time for me to wrap this post up. Until next time, we'll be back with another dev update and cipher! Once again, we wish you a year packed with wonder and joy!