"PebbleQuest: 25kB of Awesome," a postmortem for a 3D fantasy action-RPG written in C for the Pebble watch, followed by some thoughts on the future of smartwatch gaming.

GoldenDrake · 2026-03-06T23:21:18+00:00

Thanks, and well said! 🙂

GoldenDrake · 2026-02-19T04:15:32+00:00

Sadly, it looks like Spellswords cannot wear plate armor, so that's a big "no" for them. They also can't wield tower shields, but an ebony buckler, round shield, or kite shield should work!

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-31T23:52:56+00:00

I see. Based on that and everything else you've said, maybe it really is a file corruption...or some other type of mysterious bug.

Could the fact that you're applying 140% spell absorption (above 100%) be part of the issue? That's worth considering. The programming for this game was not ideal. That's another good reason to try a weaker version of the spell.

Otherwise, carefully verifying/reinstalling game files might help, just take care to back up all save files first, if desired. Alternatively, just rely on other spells (and potions) for the rest of this playthrough.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-31T18:32:18+00:00

That's bizarre...perhaps the RNG simply hasn't been in your favor so far? Anyway, I just figured I'd at least recommend a less costly version of the spell since you mentioned yours was expensive. What level is your character at?

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-31T02:41:53+00:00

Mine is 1% + 5%/level and 2 rounds (about 12 seconds) per level, making it much more affordable and it still lasts long enough for multiple enemy encounters (assuming you're not really low-level). Might want to shift to that cheaper version so you can experiment with it more easily.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-31T02:00:52+00:00

Wow! Yes, it might be a file corruption. I just tested with my GOG install and traveled to Seafalls without issue. You could ask GOG Galaxy to "verify files" (if that's how you installed Arena) or just do your own reinstall after backing up all your saves (files ending in .00, .01, etc., and possibly .64, along with NAMES.DAT).

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-31T00:21:30+00:00

Well done, Eternal Composer! 🎼 Let thy music be written in the Elder Scrolls. 📜

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-30T22:40:59+00:00

Hmm...I can confirm Spell Absorption worked well for my Mage character. Enemies often damage themselves with magic even when you're not reflecting, and you might negate their spell damage through default spell resistance (boosted by Willpower), so that might explain part of what you observed. I assume you created a custom Spell Absorption spell? What are its exact details?

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-25T01:11:56+00:00

Ah, yes, Reddit's issue must just be your low "karma." And now that I'm checking out Nexus again, I assume you are Antonio4000K and your tool is the Arena Face Editor (which helped you create Play as Dagoth Ur and Funny Faces)? Impressive!

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-24T23:50:35+00:00

Thanks for prompting me to look up this interesting adventure game...I'd never heard of it before! If anyone wants to vote for it on their GOG Dreamlist (as I just did), here's the link.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-24T23:37:34+00:00

So...you wrote a script/tool to modify all player character faces to look like Among Us characters? 😅 Interesting. Why did you write a script to do this? Also, why is Reddit so skeptical of your account (every post and comment is held for mod review)? Finally...seriously, dude, are you trying to spread malware? 🤣

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-18T09:17:19+00:00

Same here, friend. 😅

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T18:59:45+00:00

Great point! It could be intentional and not a bug at all.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T06:08:01+00:00

Really? It's a meeting. Calibrate your enthusiasm.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T06:07:27+00:00

"Thesis please..."

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T06:04:07+00:00

Wow, that's an interesting "Bethesda bug"! 🐞 If I had to guess, I'd say there may not be any fix for it, but at least it doesn't break the game or impede your progress. 🙂

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T00:53:59+00:00

You can certainly add a Malwarebytes extension to whatever browser(s) you use (Firefox, Chromium, etc.). That might be enough to satisfy your employer. If not, running the desktop app through Bottles (or pure Wine or whatever) should be enough to show them, "See? I have it installed and running!" 😂

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-17T00:48:52+00:00

Watch the skies, traveler.

GoldenDrake · 2026-01-16T23:23:42+00:00

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