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'''''The Dark Pastime''''' is | '''''The Dark Pastime''''' is an upcoming fan-made modification for the [[Jedi Academy]] video game, continuing the adventures of [[Kyle Katarn]], the protagonist of the Jedi Knight series. The story is set approximately three years after the events in the original games, and 14 years after Battle of Endor (i.e. in 17 ABY). The Player once again takes the role of Kyle. | ||
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==The Story== | ==The Story== | ||
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However one of the recent events – the mysterious slaughter on the Republic-controlled world of Goura - changes the situation and brings in another dark mark. Many believe this is an attack from the Imperial Remnant forces, planning to instigate another conflict. The New Republic Intelligence begin their investigation into the troublesome case, searching for the possible attacker, who is believed to have destroyed the Republic outpost and killed all personnel with an unknown weapon. The remaining evidence suggests it was an Imperial dreadnaught, which secretly patrolling the Goura sector right before the incident, possible being responsible for the tragedy itself. After days of thorough investigation the Republic asks the Jedi to assist the fleet in capturing the Imperial vessel, which is heading to Ord Mantell. | However one of the recent events – the mysterious slaughter on the Republic-controlled world of Goura - changes the situation and brings in another dark mark. Many believe this is an attack from the Imperial Remnant forces, planning to instigate another conflict. The New Republic Intelligence begin their investigation into the troublesome case, searching for the possible attacker, who is believed to have destroyed the Republic outpost and killed all personnel with an unknown weapon. The remaining evidence suggests it was an Imperial dreadnaught, which secretly patrolling the Goura sector right before the incident, possible being responsible for the tragedy itself. After days of thorough investigation the Republic asks the Jedi to assist the fleet in capturing the Imperial vessel, which is heading to Ord Mantell. | ||
The only one, who knows the truth about Goura is the captain of the dreadnaught, who is eager enough to escape and hide the secret | The only one, who knows the truth about Goura is the captain of the dreadnaught, who is eager enough to escape and hide the secret. | ||
===Missions=== | ===Missions=== | ||
The Mission to Ord Mantell is the starting point for the investigation by Kyle Katarn. This is a subplot involving the Imperial forces, however after some time new players arise on the arena, and the Jedi have to take into account, that this is not a familiar war between the Empire and the Rebellion, but a much larger conflict, involving high-ranking officials from different worlds, criminal gangs, corporations, clans and even ancient | The Mission to Ord Mantell is the starting point for the investigation by Kyle Katarn. This is a subplot involving the Imperial forces, however after some time new players arise on the arena, and the Jedi have to take into account, that this is not a familiar war between the Empire and the Rebellion, but a much larger conflict, involving high-ranking officials from different worlds, criminal gangs, corporations, clans and even ancient civilisatins. The plot takes the main character to visit such familiar locations as Yavin IV, Dantooine, Sulon and Dvorn, as well as Anarmar, Tuak'Khan, Shiib and Uffel, which are among completely new planets, most of which are with unique story and enemy fractions. | ||
===Appearances=== | ===Appearances=== | ||
Currently only the main characters and some of the antagonists | |||
Currently only | |||
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| Imperial Captain || Captain of the Imperial dreadnaught | | Imperial Captain || Captain of the Imperial dreadnaught | ||
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| Pekh Levi || Areem Corporation | | Pekh Levi || Areem Corporation Executive | ||
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| Dr.Lekett || An Imperial scientist | | Dr.Lekett || An Imperial scientist | ||
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| Breen Oleye || A Zabraki archeologist and | | Breen Oleye || A Zabraki archeologist and Force User | ||
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| | | Sayira Ornel || A Historian | ||
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| | | Jedi Seldon || A Jedi from the Academy on Yavin IV | ||
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| Rutana Leader || Personality unknown | |||
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| Rosh Penin || Kyle's student | | Rosh Penin || Kyle's student | ||
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| The Keeper || A hermit from Tuak'Khan | | The Keeper || A hermit from Tuak'Khan | ||
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==Development== | ==Development== | ||
===Early Project=== | ===Early Project=== | ||
The idea to create a mod came from Wuhan, when he brought several PC magazines to Number Wan, which contained the materials for then popular Jedi Outcast video game. Usually these were game CDs including new maps, models and skins for the Multiplayer, as well as some rare Single Player mods for various games. It was then decided to recreate the plot of ''Episode I: The Phantom Menace'' from scratch, with much attention paid to level design accuracy and story. The first attempts of Number Wan were originally made with the Worldcraft level editor for Half-Life (1), which also used *.map format. Some days after first try-outs the work was continued with GtkRadiant, where such maps as the city of Theed and the Trade Federation ship were made. | The idea to create a mod came from Wuhan, when he brought several PC magazines to Number Wan, which contained the materials for then popular Jedi Outcast video game. Usually these were game CDs including new maps, models and skins for the Multiplayer, as well as some rare Single Player mods for various games. It was then decided to recreate the plot of ''Episode I: The Phantom Menace'' from scratch, with much attention paid to level design accuracy and story. The first attempts of Number Wan were originally made with the Worldcraft level editor for Half-Life (1), which also used *.map format. Some days after first try-outs the work was continued with GtkRadiant, where such maps as the city of Theed and the Trade Federation ship were made. | ||
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The Demo version of DP was released on May 1, 2008 and included two first levels – the Imperial dreadnaught and Ord Mantell junkyard. | The Demo version of DP was released on May 1, 2008 and included two first levels – the Imperial dreadnaught and Ord Mantell junkyard. | ||
===Chapters=== | ===Chapters=== | ||
As the mod developed, it was decided to split the story into several Chapters and parts, with each including several maps or even missions. The first Chapter is planned to include three missions (7-8 levels), set on Imperial dreadnaught, on Ord Mantell and Dvorn, with Chapter II introducing the mission to Anarmar. Other planets are to be included in Chapter III and IV. | As the mod developed, it was decided to split the story into several Chapters and parts, with each including several maps or even missions. The first Chapter is planned to include three missions (7-8 levels), set on Imperial dreadnaught, on Ord Mantell and Dvorn, with Chapter II introducing the mission to Anarmar. Other planets are to be included in Chapter III and IV. | ||
==The Team== | ==The Team== | ||
The original team of modders comprised only of three people: Wuhan, Number Wan and Namelessone. At one point various other people also joined the project, though not fully involved in the VAG activities, but rather making specific tasks - PSS (scripting), Paradamus (voice-acting), Rage (some of the Imperial maps), Kyr (the last map in the mod), etc. Olgo became one of the most valuable members after showing her works regarding the Dark Forces project, which was a personal work of hew own for Jedi Academy. She became a mapper and modeller at the same time. In 2015 the Iron Sound studio offered their help in making additional voices for DP | The original team of modders comprised only of three people: Wuhan, Number Wan and Namelessone. At one point various other people also joined the project, though not fully involved in the VAG activities, but rather making specific tasks - PSS (scripting), Paradamus (voice-acting), Rage (some of the Imperial maps), Kyr (the last map in the mod), etc. Olgo became one of the most valuable members after showing her works regarding the Dark Forces project, which was a personal work of hew own for Jedi Academy. She became a mapper and modeller at the same time. In 2015 the Iron Sound studio offered their help in making additional voices for DP. | ||
==Specifics== | ==Specifics== | ||
The Dark Pastime is a a classic adventure, set in JK/SW universe with familiar gameplay and new story, with over 10 planets (ancient worlds and modern ones) to explore, including 7 beautiful cities and towns with their distinctive inhabitants. The main plot involves the elements of first-person shooter in several instances, as well as an original Jedi adventure, which requires to use a lightsaber and the Force both for dueliing and solving puzzles. The Imperial Remnant, the Dark Jedi, the bounty hunters are no longer the only ones hunting you down, but the trio is accompanied by several less known factions and local organisations, each with their own | The Dark Pastime is a a classic adventure, set in JK/SW universe with familiar gameplay and new story, with over 10 planets (ancient worlds and modern ones) to explore, including 7 beautiful cities and towns with their distinctive inhabitants. The main plot involves the elements of first-person shooter in several instances, as well as an original Jedi adventure, which requires to use a lightsaber and the Force both for dueliing and solving puzzles. The Imperial Remnant, the Dark Jedi, the bounty hunters are no longer the only ones hunting you down, but the trio is accompanied by several less known factions and local organisations, each with their own motive. Besides the enemies now include a variety of droids, mysterious creatures and blood-thirsty beasts. In total the game counts more than 100 new NPCs (neutrals and allies) and over 25 new enemies. The plot involves dozens of of characters, each with a detailed biography. The missions are no longer about fighting and collecting items, but also include reconnaissance, investigation of a murder, "negotiating" with the officials of high rank, taking care of crazy scientist, exploration of the ancient tombs and dungeons and others. | ||
Currently the mod takes into consideration most of the known Star Wars stories, both from | ==References== | ||
From the very start it was decided, that The Dark Pastime would include dozens of references and easter-eggs, involving other Star Wars stories, such as Dark Forces II, Shadows of the Empire, Galactic battlegrounds and many other games, books, comics, etc. Over time the list of all the cameos and nods became so large, that it included controversial facts from the Star Wars lore, as well as certain phenomena from outside the franchise. Currently the mod takes into consideration most of the known Star Wars stories, both from OT, the prequels and Expanded Universe. With the defacto reboot of the franchise, it was decided, that the mod would be based upon the principle "whatever happened – happened", giving light both to Legends and Canon stories to be combined in one legacy. | |||
===External Links=== | ===External Links=== | ||
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* [http://vigilgames.blogspot.ru/] - VAG mini-blog | * [http://vigilgames.blogspot.ru/] - VAG mini-blog | ||
* [http://www.swkotor.ru/news/?n=1502] - The Dark Pastime on SWKOTOR | * [http://www.swkotor.ru/news/?n=1502] - The Dark Pastime on SWKOTOR | ||
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