Developer’s Diary 11 - Enlightenment and Mementos

Welcome to our ongoing series of Developer Diaries for THE ALCHEMIST CODE—the global version of 誰ガ為のアルケミスト (otherwise known as “For Whom The Alchemist Exists”)—the most widely sought-after mobile Strategy RPG with 8 million downloads worldwide!

In this series, our development team for THE ALCHEMIST CODE will delve deeper into the vast and rich universe of the game and share behind-the-scenes details on the making of THE ALCHEMIST CODE.

The wait is over! The latest version 3.0 is finally here and we are excited to let you experience the new THE ALCHEMIST CODE packed with plenty of new features and updates. In this Developer’s Diary, we are going to delve into two major game-changing features that will elevate your units to a whole new level - Enlightenment and Mementos. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the considerations and thoughts behind this development.

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Keeping all units relevant and unique was the core direction set when we think of how we can improve on the game experience for all Alchemists out there. And with that clear direction in mind, we have decided to include the two features into our latest V3.0 update.

The first feature included in this update is, Enlightenment. Just as what the word means, you can now impart abilities to your units so they will be stronger and faster. This also means that your old-favorite units will once again stand toe-to-toe with the giants of today.

With Enlightenment, it not only requires more thoughts on the strategies needed from a player, but it also expands the game’s lore in a meaningful way. However, one can only gain and control insurmountable power when they understand and master their own character’s “Sins”.

Similar to how Enchanted Jobs adds distinction between units with similar jobs, Enlightenment bestows unique traits and enhancements to the units as well. The difference here is that you are now empowered to decide on your unit’s path.

Breakings away from linear game, you can now choose from various gates of Sins and enhance your units’ strengths and abilities to your own preference or strategy. Each gate has different stats boosts awaiting to be unlocked for your high-level units. This means that you will have to decide on which stats is more important to you based on the specific unit you wish to enhance.

The next or the last feature included in this update is Mementos. Mementos gives you the opportunity to explore a more personal and deeper untold lore of your favorite units. Get to know and experience your favorite units’ experiences and be as one with them.

What’s a battle when you do not know your allies well? With this added feature in the game play, you will not only know your units better but also get units with the same bond to aid each other in a battlefield through buffs from Group Skills or by executing devastating Master Abilities. 

How cool will this feature be you ask. Well, see it for yourself!

That is not all! We do not want to stop at just having great skills and cool abilities. We know that having gears and skins are as important too! With Mementos, you are now able to unlock exclusive unit’s gear and skin.

Just see how gorgeous Chloe look in her exclusive Scarlet Knight Uniform:

The possibilities are endless and your once favourite units whom you have worked hard to train, will shine once again with Enlightenment and Mementos.

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There’s more to Enlightenment and Mementos than meets the eye, and that’s where you come in. This will not be an easy journey but take time to explore, experiment, and grow your units into powerful warriors never seen before! The battlefield is getting more and more exciting real soon. We can't wait to see the different combinations you can come up with. Show us the most powerful units you can create!

Until then, be seeing you at the Door of Truth, Alchemists.

THE ALCHEMIST CODE Team