Getting Started

Getting Started
Isleward is a multiplayer roguelike currently in development by Big Bad Waffle. The game is based around creating a character, exploring different islands, fighting mobs (monsters), forming a party, and spelunking and completing dungeons in search of treasure. Strengthening your character through looting better equipment and leveling up by gaining experience is also an integral part of the process!

The game is open-source, and the code and other assets can be found on the Gitlab. Thus, players can help spot bugs or even write mods to improve the game.

Registering an Account
To make an account, navigate to https://play.isleward.com, enter a username and password and press.

Note: If your ISP blocks websocket access, try https://play.isleward.com/?polling 

Note: ''Your account name and password should be kept privately. Do not share them with others.''

Note: ''Do not lose your password, as a password recovery mechanism has not been implemented yet. In the event that you forget your password, you will need to contact Big Bad Waffle on the Discord server (http://discord.isleward.com/ ).''

Spirits
The first step in creating a new character is choosing a "spirit". This is similar to a class or a race. As a general rule, focus on increasing your spirit’s main stat (see below for ways to do this), as that is what your weapon’s damage scales from.

Owl- The "Mage" class


 * Main stat: Intelligence
 * Recommended weapons: Wands or Staffs
 * Recommended off-hand items: Brittle Tomes or Ancient Tomes

Bear- The "Warrior" class


 * Main stat: Strength
 * Recommended weapons: Swords or Axes
 * Recommended off-hand items: Shields

Lynx- The "Thief" class


 * Main stat: Dexterity
 * Recommended weapons: Spears or Daggers
 * Recommended off-hand items: Shields

You will also see a box with different prophecies on the right. Prophecies are special and permanent modifications to characters chosen at character creation. Choosing a prophecy isn't recommended for beginners; ignore them at first.