#ender magnolia

[ottisbuns]

I think my favorite flavor of protagonist is "The world is soso big and soso scary, and I am small and much MUCH scarier."

[ochandra]

Early Access Start🥳

[satoshi-mochida]

ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights sequel ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist announced for Switch

From Gematsu

Publisher Binary Haze Interactive and developers Live Wire and Adglobe have announced ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights sequel ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist for Switch. It will launch in 2024. It will support English, Japanese French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean language options.

“We teased a sequel to ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights nearly two years ago, and we have received countless requests from our online community for a second adventure,” said Binary Haze Interactive CEO Hiroyuki Kobayashi in a press release. “It is an honor and a pleasure to announce our next title with the help of Nintendo during such a prestigious event. We have much much to share in the very near future, stay tuned!”

Here is an overview of the game, via Binary Haze Interactive:

Decades after the Rain of Death, a new journey begins in the Land of Fumes, where mystical powers lie beneath the earth. The kingdom’s desire for conquest led to the creation of the Homunculi, machine-like artificial life forms prepared to execute the king’s will. A recent resource-harvesting mission gone awry caused toxic vapors to emerge from underground, driving both man and machine to feral madness. As the Homonculi devolve into dangerous creatures, guide Lilac—an “Attuner” with the power to purify those infected by the fumes—on a quest to save the kingdom. With the help of friendly machines and spirits who fight in Lilac’s stead, fend off mechanized legions of lunging carcasses, cannonball-firing corpses and chainsaw-wielding goblins terrorizing the land. Turn foes into friends by exorcizing corruption from enemy bosses. Wield their powers to add 30 different abilities to Lilac‘s combat repertoire in an enhanced battle system where she can equip up to four special abilities at once. Improve Lilac’s odds of surviving this hunt for lost memories by leveling up attack strength, HP, and armor. Explore the depths, heights and far corners of the kingdom for lore-filled relics. Collect and trade gold for upgraded items at the Blacksmith’s storefront. Combine story fragments from the kingdom’s fleeing inhabitants with Lilac’s forgotten memories. Seek the truth in an atmospheric hand-drawn setting set to the soothing serenades of returning musical group Mili (Ghost in the Shell, Goblin Slayer) with a brand new original soundtrack available for purchase at launch.

More information will be announced on February 26 at 7:00 a.m. PT / 10:00 a.m. ET via the game’s official website.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

Japanese

[rukafais]

our major partner is just like, the coolest robot lady in the world i think

[rex101111]

So... Ender lilies sequel was just announced Ender Magnolia

*popping champagne* HORRAY! I CAN'T WAIT TO BE SAD ABOUT A SMALL CHILD IN A HOSTILE WORLD AGAIN!

[majoraajoram]

OH MY GOOOOOOD

[theonepeasant22]

Feeling normal about the new robot lady, need to start doodling her more when im not tired. Here's to the new BHI game.

[faerie-snuff]

[blueares]

The thing I find most curious about Ender Magnolia is the name. Ender Lilies stars Lily, obviously, whereas Ender Magnolia stars Lilac. I can't help but feel like that decision to name the MC a different flower than that of the title is going to have massive implications. Spoilers for Ender Lilies under the cut.

The clever thing about the first games title is the use of plural. There are, in fact, two characters in that game named Lily. The Lily you play as sort of accidentally takes the name from one of the other White Priestess clones, so there are two Lilies.

Obviously it's WAY too soon to speculate on anything (I haven't played the early access demo), but I'm certain that the name Magnolia will be significant in the second game's story somehow.

[wolfmaw]

Elden Ring DLC trailer was hype as expected, big fan of the omen lion puppet thing. But the surprise hit for me today is ENDER LILIES SEQUEL??? MY NEAREST AND DEAREST IS GETTING A PART 2???

I'm sad we won't see Lily again (unless she's a surprise final boss, which I doubt), but I'm excited to explore the world again. It seems markedly less grim than the first game too, with actual people to talk to throughout the journey.

[ochandra]

🐕💨💨🏃💨💨

[satoshi-mochida]

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist adds PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, and PC versions; launches in Early Access for PC on March 25

From Gematsu

ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights sequel ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam on March 25, followed by a full release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC at a later date, publisher Binary Haze Interactive and developers Live Wire and Adglobe announced. The PlayStation, Xbox Series, and PC versions are newly announced—the 2D action adventure RPG was originally announced for Switch on February 21.

The Early Access release will feature one village and the first four areas of the game, with unique enemies and bosses in each area, characters that can become allies in each areas, the core actions and skills of the main gameplay, skill enhancement and shop mechanics, and various optional features. More areas, unique enemies, player actions, and bosses, as well as enriched game mechanics and story elements will be added throughout Early Access. It is planned to remain in Early Access for approximately six months to one year depending on user feedback.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights, Homunculi—sorrowful, artificial life forms—roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi—what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Story

Set in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom’s development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being. Regrettably, toxic Fumes from the underground drove the Homunculi to madness, turning them into feral monsters. You play as Lilac, an “Attuner” who possesses the power to save the Homunculi. Upon waking, you find yourself in a laboratory deep in the underground. There, you will become acquainted with the Homunculi closely involved in the kingdom’s downfall. Together with the Homunculi, set out in search of your lost memories and precious friends in the Land of Fumes. Follow the journey of destruction and rebirth in a post-apocalyptic world, decades after the disastrous Rain of Death.

Scenario

ENDER MAGNOLIA is a dark fantasy 2D side-scrolling action RPG where you venture through the desolate Land of Fumes trying to save both humans and Homunculi. At the forefront of magical and mechanical development, the kingdom comprises of a hierarchical societal structure. Here, you’ll come across abandoned cities, discover laboratories oozing with heinous mysteries, a grand Sorcerer’s Academy, colossal factories, and much more. The hauntingly beautiful yet gruesome world of ENDER MAGNOLIA will unfold before you. Journey with Homunculi and help those who have lost their minds to the Fumes. Fight fearsome, powerful enemies, purify their souls, and rally your companions. Who will you save at the end of your quest—humans or Homunculi?

Gameplay

-Experience the revamped battle system that elevates your gameplay and exploration beyond that of ENDER LILIES.

Explore the mesmerizing yet grim world at your own pace and take on menacing enemies with the help of your companions.

Find your battle style using 30 different unique skills acquired from your companions.

Collect and upgrade loads of equipment, relics, and items.

Featuring new difficulty levels, you can choose to have a challenging experience or enjoy the gripping storyline at your leisure.

-Gorgeous 2D art, animation, and music all come together to create a whimsical world.

Humans and Homunculi live together in the kingdom known as the Land of Fumes.

Venture out, get to know people, and help one another while unraveling the mysteries of the world.

Witness poignant cutscenes and enhanced character interactions with your companions.

Music

After lending their sweet and somber music to ENDER LILIES, Mili is back with new compositions that bring the mysterious world of ENDER MAGNOLIA to life.

Watch the announcement trailer below.

Announce Trailer

[very-uncorrect]

!!!!!!!

[rex101111]

Ender Lilies sequel apparently having nothing to do with the first game is both good and bad, because on the one hand two out of three endings for the first game has Lily in a much better place and every loose thread gets tied more or less.

...but on the other hand I MISS MY BABYYYY T-T

[blue-jester]

EVERYONE SHUT UP

THERE'S GOING TO BE AN ENDER LILIES SEQUEL????? OH MY GOD

[dianight]

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I assume this means that the Land of Fumes is in a completely different location to the kingdom in Ender Lilies. Same world it seems, but "decades" would not fit timewise (in terms of like, technological advances) unless it is somewhere else perhaps(?).