LaserAndSandal

Fiction, Fantasy, Sci-fi, stories, hobby game dev

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It had been 3 days since Erik set sail with his ship, and he estimated it would take another two days to reach the next port. The sea was mercifully calm, allowing him to focus on navigating in the right direction while spending his time fishing for food. He planned to sell any extra fish once he reached land.

On the fourth day of his journey, the weather took a turn for the worse. The wind grew stronger and dark clouds covered the sky. Erik lowered the sails and prepared to face the storm. As rain poured down and waves rose high, Erik's trusty ship proved its worth in handling such conditions. A few hours later, the storm passed, leaving behind a calm sea with birds soaring through the blue skies.

Suddenly, Erik spotted a boy struggling in the water, clinging to a log for dear life.

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   Art by Blazej Kozlowski

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In the heart of winter, Nick found himself lost in an icy forest. Each step was a struggle, but he pressed on, hoping for warmth and safety. An hour later, exhausted, he collapsed into the snow and drifted off to sleep. In his dreams, he imagined lying on a sunny beach sipping delicious cocktails.

When Nick regained consciousness, he discovered himself in a large Wolf by his side. Nick was scared. But then the wolf spoke: “Don't be afraid, stranger, I am Lupar the wolf spirit. I help those who have been kind to nature like you. I raised Romulus and Remus a long time ago. You can stay here until you recover, and then I will guide you back to civilization. He was safe for now but still had concerns about returning home. Grateful for the refuge, Nick stayed until he recovered enough to face the world again.

A week later Nick had fully recovered with the help of the wolf spirit. As promised, Lupar guided him back to civilization. Deeply moved by their encounter, Nick dedicated his life to protecting nature and its creatures, especially wolves. He would never forget the wolf spirit that saved him on that cold winter's day.

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As I stood up and saw the little girl crying and screaming for help, I shouted for her to come towards me. She approached me, falling into my arms while still in tears, saying something about a big two-headed snake. . The child introduced herself as Jannay and told me her name was Nikal. . I tried to calm her down by holding her tight in my arms. I asked her name, and she told me it was Jannay. Then told her that my name is Nikal. I was not sure what to do, but I asked her if she could tell me what exactly had happened.

Jannay explained that she came from a settlement not far away, which had been attacked by an enormous snake with two heads.She had managed to escape, but she did not know what had happened to everyone else. I remained silent, thinking. Never before had I heard of a giant snake with two heads. Had this girl made up this story? But why would she? I did not know much about children at the time, since I was usually alone most of the time. Then again, the world was supposedly vast and filled with mysterious beings.

Perhaps it was time for me to face my fears and protect someone other than myself. Maybe I could help. If I could heal from any wound and cheat death, then I could fight the snake? Could it be that this was my chance to redeem myself for living as a thief? Of course, I had no idea if my wounds would always heal, and I can cheat death again.Finally, I took the decision to check out the situation. I told Jannay to guide me to her settlement. She was scared to go back, so I told her I am a strong woman and that I would protect her. With courage in my heart, I set out with Jannay to face whatever dangers lay ahead and protect those who needed help.

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Erik emerged from prison after serving a 20-year sentence. He had violently attacked in a fit of rage his neighbor when the neighbor assaulted some homeless children who were being too loud. Now free but alone, as friends deserted him and his wife left him, he walked down the old road to the beach where his boat remained untouched – the only thing still in his possession.

Inside the boat's large room, most of Erik's stolen furniture had been taken away, leaving just an old chair and blanket behind. He settled into this familiar space, covering himself with the blanket as he drifted off to sleep from exhaustion.

The next morning, Erik awoke at sunrise and went fishing for his breakfast. After eating, he made up his mind to leave his past life in this country behind him and set sail on his boat towards the open seas.

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Once upon a time, in a quaint little village nestled atop a hill, lived a kind-hearted woman named Sanya. She was known far and wide for her ability to mend broken hearts with her enchanting melodies on the harp she carried everywhere she went.

An unexpected future waited for her...

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My memories are somewhat hazy, it was long ago when all this occurred. I have lived much longer than any human. I think I recall walking on a path towards the east, where the sun rises. It must have been getting late as I was famished, so I searched for something to eat.

That is when I discovered a bush with juicy red berries. As I attempted to pick some, I failed to notice the thorns covering its branches. They pierced my hand and caused it to bleed, painting my brown skin red. The wound was deep and painful, but within moments, it closed up, leaving only blood as evidence of my injury. I was astonished and perplexed, questioning if I am not human or perhaps a demon, or possessed by one.

Despite having no answers or ability to change anything, I sought shelter for the night. After searching for some time, I found a cave that wasn't very large but spacious enough for me to spend the evening in. Sleep came quickly, though it was not peaceful. In my dreams, I stood at the edge of a cliff, crying and praying to Jerah, who is a moon god and protector of my settlement. Each time the dream ended with me falling off the cliff, regretting my life as a thief and pleading for another chance.

I eventually woke up drenched in sweat due to the screams of a little girl calling out for help.

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The Megaverse appears to be the youngest known universe, with its formation marked by the birth of the Numeric-witch as its first deity. This has led to a higher concentration of robotic and technologically advanced beings within this realm, including the Emetallaxians – a shape-shifting robot race. Despite this, there is also an abundance of carbon and silicon based lifeforms in the Megaverse. Organic life quickly progressed technologically within this universe.

Similar to other universes, the Megaverse was impacted by the betrayal of one of its earliest gods from the Primordial Universe. This event initiated the war of machines that spanned several millennia.

As documented in the Book of Knowledge of the Cosmos

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Once upon a time, there lived a young and adventurous boy named Tom who loved exploring the world around him. He resided by the seaside with his family, often marveling at the vast ocean that stretched before them. One day, as he played near the shoreline, a powerful storm hit, causing a massive wave to pull him out into the sea.

Tom's parents and siblings were heartbroken when they saw their beloved son disappear beneath the angry waves. They searched for days on end, but the unforgiving weather made it impossible for them to find any trace of Tom. Eventually, they had no choice but to return home, heavy with grief in their hearts.

Tom found himself clinging onto a log, adrift in the middle of the ocean with no land in sight. He drifted there for hours until a large boat appeared on the horizon. The boat came closer and closer until it reached him. A man aboard saw the boy and lowered a rope into the sea. Then he jumped into the water himself to swim towards the boy.

The boy was cold and shivering, but the man pulled him toward his boat, and then climbed up using the rope. With the boy on his back. Once on board, Tom was wrapped in a warm blanket. The young adventurer had been saved from the sea.

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Gameplay

You control a Leo, a humanoid cat that can walk on two legs. Control Leo with The Left/Right arrow keys for walking Left and Right . With the Up arrow key or the Space Bar, Leo can jump.

While in mid-air pressing a jump key will make Leo will perform a double jump. By pressing the Control Key Leo performs a cartwheel attack.

Enemies can be killed either by jumping on them or with a cartwheel attack. But some Enemies cannot only be killed by a cartwheel attack or cannot be killed at all. After every three levels, there is a boss fight with an enemy that requires multiple attacks to be killed. After every boss battle and at the beginning of the game a map is shown of Leo's progress.

Collecting 100 milk bottles gives Leo an extra life.

Touch controls are supported but not recommended.

Gamepad Controls:

Left and Right Dpad or the “Left” analog Joystick to Move

Dpad Up or the “Left” analog Joystick UP to Jump

Any of 4 Face Buttons for Cartwheel Attack

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Story:

In a distant world there lived a race of humanoid cats called Cattis. They lived peacefully under the leadership of Leo a strong and wise Cattis. Until one day the mutant rodents attacked. They kidnapped many Cattis and stole their food and milk supplies. Now it is up to Leo to rescue them and take back their food.

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Part 1

The darkness seemed eternal, but somehow I was conscious. I felt cold and empty, as if nothing existed around me. After what felt like an endless amount of time, I saw light. My eyes opened, revealing that I lay at the bottom of a cliff. Though my body was covered in blood, I didn't feel any pain or discomfort.

I managed to stand up and examined myself. The blood on me indicated that I had been bleeding, but there were no visible wounds. It was clear that I was alive, but I couldn't understand how this happened since I remembered falling from the cliff and experiencing darkness.

Everything felt strange. I didn't know what to do or where to go next. My secret as a thief had been exposed, and I wasn't sure how they would react if they saw me alive. Maybe they would think of me as some kind of demon, maybe that was who I truly was – I couldn't tell either way. Back then I did know yet what I was.

I had no idea why I was still alive when I should have perished in the fall. So, with uncertainty in heart, I decided to do what seemed like my only option: migrate to a new area far away from the settlement where I lived. And so I did.

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