Divine Convenience Store-Chapter 122: Developer Meeting
In the Divine Pantheon. Zhenren Lihua waved her right hand, accessing the Divine System Interface.
She tapped on the Store Bulletin Board where Lin Mo posted the recording of the Celestial Duel Platform Alpha Test and played it.
On her left hand, she opened another translucent window, showing the feedback and suggestions that Lin Mo wrote and submitted hours after the test.
Lin Mo raised a few concerns over the game’s balance. Like the fact that Summon Reinforcement can summon a Level 5 Unit or how simple the other Spell Cards activation is.
He also pointed out the actual Battle Phases where he noted how the Units froze up after a command instead of moving autonomously.
It was one feature of the Celestial Duel Platform that could truly set it apart from that particular trading card game.
What he envisioned wasn’t a traditional turn-based game but something mixed with elements of autobattler. A new type of strategy subgenre that had risen recently before his untimely death.
Lihua’s golden eyes skimmed through the feedback, her fingers lightly tapping on the interface as she absorbed Lin Mo’s words, listed what she could instantly work on, and took notes of what she could discuss with the other divine being responsible for the development of the Unit and Spell Cards.
"Hmm… It is indeed the right choice to have him test it himself. He’s quick to notice the rigidity of the command system. The Development and Research Division have already deemed it ready for release but with this, it can still be improved and perfected."
It was an issue she was aware of but seeing it pointed out so thoroughly reaffirmed its importance.
In traditional cultivation battles, combatants relied on fluidity and instinct, not direct commands. The Celestial Duel is closer to a General in a battlefield, placing their soldiers at the right and activating their strategies at the right moment.
Her fingers flicked across the interface, opening a direct discussion thread with the other divine beings involved in creating the [Celestial Duel Platform].
She’s the one responsible for the [Celestial Duel System] but she had to get their input so she could apply the changes
A soft chime echoed in the divine halls as she sent a message.
[Goddess of Commerce and Harmony Lihua]: Reviewing Shopkeeper Lin’s report. The issue with unit responsiveness needs immediate attention. The current implementation makes the battle phase feel too mechanical. Units must adapt and react on their own once given a general strategy, prioritizing movement and survival. Thoughts?
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[Scholar of Cosmic Insights Lingyan]: Agreed. The current system follows too closely to turn-based paradigms. It will require a dynamic behavior script. We can implement an ’instinctive battle mode’ that lets units respond to situational threats independently.
[Lihua]: Good. Run a simulation on that and prepare an update for the next phase. Also, Shopkeeper Lin noted that terrain interactions need more depth. Right now, it’s only visuals. Any updates?
[Master of Mystic Inscriptions Weizhi]: I’m working on it, lass! Wait a moment and I’ll perfect the inscriptions on the Celestial Duel Gear. Environments should affect mobility and attack effectiveness. Thinking of including weather conditions too. Could add strategy layers beyond just unit matchups. Also, Lihua. Tell that young lad to not work us like a mule! I may have to visit him if he continues this way.
Reading that, Lihua wryly smiled. The old man’s temperament was still the same. But she could tell he was passionate about this project.
That’s because it’s been centuries since something piqued his interest when it comes to applying his knowledge to arrays, formations, and inscriptions.
After thinking for a moment, an idea flickered in her head.
[Lihua]: Will do, Old Weizhi. But Shopkeeper Lin also said he’s thoroughly impressed at how well-made the gear is.
[Weizhi]: Heh. But of course! I put all my thoughts into making them.
[Innovator of Divine Mechanics Xuanlu]: You talked as if you did all the work, old man. Hmph.
[God of Craft and Innovation Chuang]: I forged those Celestial Duel Gears! Your inscriptions and mechanics are only inlaid in it!
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Sensing that it was turning into quite an argument, Lihua put a hand on her forehead as she tried to calm the old men down.
[Lihua]: Alright, alright. Let’s not get caught up in technicalities. Your combined efforts are what made the Celestial Duel Gear what it is today. Let’s focus on refining it further instead of bickering about who did what.
A brief pause. Then,
[Xuanlu]: I apologize, Lihua. I’m merely taking a shot at the grumpy old man.
[Weizhi]: Hmph. Are you still upset that I broke the inscription in your ancient jade pendant? That harlot left you and went to the Chaotic Faction. Stop getting so hung up!
[Chuang]: HAHAHA! Xuanlu, come and drink with me. Let’s discuss the other suggestions of Shopkeeper Lin.
Seeing the situation gradually diffusing, Lihua sighed in relief. These divine beings were all experts in their fields, but their egos could rival the mightiest cultivators. Some of them were also still emotional despite being a divine being for hundreds of years. The emotions they cut off on their way to Immortal Ascension were gradually returning the moment their divinity was forged.
Turning back to Lin Mo’s report, she tapped her fingers lightly as she began typing.
There was still the issue of Summon Reinforcement pulling in a Level 5 unit too easily. Even if Lin Mo attributed it to his Celestial Providence, that was something that could break the balance of the game regardless of the low odds. Lucky players who can draw and activate that card early will tilt the battle unfairly in one round.
[Lihua]: Regarding the Summon Reinforcement issue, Lin Mo pointed out that it shouldn’t be able to summon the highest-tier units. We need a way to balance that. We can either remove it entirely or set a condition for it to happen. Any ideas?
[Xuanlu]: Introduce a summoning cooldown based on the power of the unit. A Level 5 unit shouldn’t be summoned in Round 2.
[Lingyan]: Alternatively, the summoned unit could enter the battlefield with a temporary restriction. Like limited movement or reduced stats for the first round. Or it had to be returned to the deck after the round. That way, it doesn’t immediately dominate the field.
[Weizhi]: A restriction like that could work. Though, maybe we should leave this to the ones responsible for the card creation.
[Lihua]: Understood. I’ll bring this up to them when they’re available. In the meantime, let’s fine-tune this and get ready for its release.
After ensuring that all the key points had been addressed, Lihua closed the report window and glanced at the Store Bulletin Board one last time.
Lin Mo’s involvement was truly invaluable. His insight went beyond just playing the game. He understood the balance, the mechanics and how it could be made more engaging.
Another smile graced Lihua’s lips.
"I should personally visit the store again after this gets released."
For now, though, she had a game to refine and a number of divine beings to remind.
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Back in the Divine Convenience Store, Lin Mo was back at the checkout counter, attending to the remaining customers.
In one way or another, he reached a consensus with the Poison Demon Cult High Priest and sent him on his way.
"I cannot make him an Official Distributor without them renouncing their faith. If Yangyang is already alarmed just by their mere presence, the old man will definitely not allow the store to work with followers of a Chaotic Deity no matter how insignificant the deity is. They can only become customers."
After handing out the receipt and change to the customer, Lin Mo’s gaze shifted to the door.
There, Yu Qingyan strode in. Little Spring and another Verdant Sky Pavilion disciple followed behind her.
Looks like she’s ready to depart for her first venture as the Official Distributor of the Divine Convenience Store.
