Attention Content Contributors! -UPDATED 1/23/17-

Well at least they acknowledged my concern in the new update! I shall continue to be patient =)

My content negotiations are ongoing. Although I have a general idea regarding my weapon and enemy designs, some specifics still need to be worked out. As for my secret room, that's another matter entirely. I'm standing at this strange and unexpected fork in the road. I'm not really sure what path we're going to take yet. Functionality is very important to me, and right now I'm testing the limits of what can (or can't) be done. Hopefully I'll have some news to share later this next week.

Sharing your idea is fine, as long as you don't share what we give you (if this is for the weapon, these include concept arts). Some details also suggest how weapons work in the game so we would like you to keep that a secret/surprise for everyone when they play .

Keep in mind that some of the initial designs could change in the final game (of course, with approval). This is a collaboration with the Bloodstained team and you, the designer. We share what works with our game, what doesn't, and we'll try to work it out. Don't be afraid to be ambitious. We will turn down requests if we think it breaks the game balance (which may be discouraging, but don't be), but we will include new ideas if it works.


Also, I apologize if some of you are getting slow responses from the emails. I'm the only person who could reply back to you with IGA's comment (translation included) with dozens of emails. If you are a content contributor who needs a quick response that does not necessarily have to be from the man himself, send me a private message here! You can catch me when I'm online. 

Time for me to chime in.

I'm a bit embarrassed that I've become somewhat of a shadow mod over this past year. I have 6 kids, I work 50-60 hours weekly, and I've given almost all of my spare time to developing my backer content for Bloodstained.

I've updated my content descriptions on the Original Post, but I'll comment here regarding my ideas that had to be abandoned... You may remember that I offered multiple proposals for each content category. I took this approach to avoid serious impasses and uncomfortable compromises. It's not healthy to "get married" to any particular idea. I paid good money to participate, but I respect the fact that I'm still a guest at Igarashi's table --honored and privileged by this once in a lifetime opportunity.

--Weapons--
The Power Purse had to abandoned due to complications with the growing aspect of the purse. The main idea was that purse needed to grow larger and larger as Miriam filled it with Gold. This required not only multiple models for the purse, but some unique animations as well. It just didn't fit the established framework. Too much extra work for the team and ultimately unfair to other Runic Forgers.

The Bloodlust had to be abandoned because the whips's long range undermined the "Dark Metamorphosis" concept. The Bloodspatter would be too far away for Miriam to absorb it. The team also informed me that a similar concept was already in development...

--Monsters--
The Undead Executive was abandoned very early. Although I loved the idea, It never took shape the way I had hoped. The team really didn't have much to say --and the more I worked on it, the less inspired I felt. No regrets leaving this one behind...

The Easter Bunny had to be abandoned for a number of reasons... First there were complications transforming the Cute Bunny into an Evil Rabbit from the deepest pits of Hell. Naturally there would need to be 2 character models, each with their own distinct behaviors pushing up against clear limits set by the development team. This might have worked with a few modest compromises, but the Easter Bunny also needed to serve a clear purpose --real Easter Egg content. I suggested a wide variety of Castlevania-themed Easter Eggs for the Bunny to carry. I also suggested an "Easter Egg Hunt" crystal shard for the Bunny to drop. I felt very strongly that Easter Egg content was necessary to justify the Easter Bunny's inclusion. In the end, these ideas simply overstepped my privilege.

--Secret Room---
The Developer Room was proposed knowing full well that it was impossible... It needed too much space, too many assets, and too many functions... Oh well, maybe someday...

The Concert Hall had to be abandoned because the proposal was beyond my privilege. Even if all the musicians agreed to participate, developing and animating all of their character models would be a very big job. At the end of the day I'm privileged to be making a room. New character models aren't part of the deal, and I respect that.

The Sexy Bath was perhaps my favorite content proposal, but it was beyond my privilege to get Miriam remodeled for a bikini. I never thought to ask, but looking back maybe there were some character concerns about this idea... Miriam's an orphan --has she ever enjoyed or desired such luxury?

Now this gets a little bit complicated... The development team *wanted* to proceed with the Sacred Chapel, but I cut them off when I learned just *how* they wanted to use it. There was a misunderstanding about the nature of the secret room, and I want to explain, but I really can't... There's still too much up in the air right now...

And finally we come to the character room... Miriam's Room... The team was willing, but I just couldn't proceed the way they suggested. Too many compromises needed to be made, too many sacrifices... So I had to let it go... I'm very pleased however that some of the features I suggested will be appearing elsewhere in the game.

I was hoping they would do the bath for Miriam, but I can see why it had to be abandoned. Same with the other weapons and enemies. The weapon with the luck attribute will be fun to have. I think the vampire was your best enemy idea, so glad they are doing that for you.

I just got an email tonight, so whatever you changed seems to have worked! Thank you so much for looking out for me and the others, I really appreciate the info and the heads up about the delay.

The hype is real!!

Fantastic! All's well that ends well~

Yeah I really liked the backdrops in Symphony of the Night. That together with the music made up for some really long views on those paintings. Good place to actually take a break or to just relax.

I hope we see more of these places, or similar. And I think there will be plenty of gorgeous areas to explore and to actually witness with a glass of wine to replenish your health with.

Did they get your description? Like, have they read it then? If yes, then just ask them some questions what you wonder, perhaps they can give you some insight. Not fun that you feel underwhelmed. Was it 3 pets / backers in that tier in total?