Lighthouse Interactive Avencast Rise of the Mage

Begin your journey as an adept attending the renowned magic academy Avencast, a place of learning in a world of wizardry, wonder and untold mystery. You are expected to complete a number of diverse quests to hone their skills in potions, spell casting, weaponry, and melee combat. As the story unravels, your character's purpose becomes clear -- things at the academy are not as they appear and when Avencast is descended upon by demonic hordes the very survival of his world is at stake. Armed with over 60 different combat moves and spells, and over one hundred different equipment items plus variations, the player must fight various nightmarish creatures and transcend dimensions into the past. The intriguing plot thickens revealing treachery, deceit, the tragic destiny of a forgotten people, and an astonishing truth that will forever change the battle scarred Wizard. Features:- - Many hours of exciting gameplay set in diverse worlds - Over 30 Fantasy Based Monsters with Advanced A.I. -- each with their own combat strategies, attacks, and defensive moves, their reactions are dependant upon the player's behavior, attack strategy, and even health - Strong Player Personification – In third person view, the character's appearance changes as they acquire new equipment, armor, and weapons - State-of-the-art 3D engine not only allows for a fluid combat system but also generates special lighting and shadowing effects for a fully engaging experience. Players are immersed into ominous settings like dark dungeons with looming pillars and large corridors; creatures are more imposing with their highly detailed silhouettes - Learn Special Moves from Different Skill Trees -- Blood Magic (elementally charged blows with varying speeds, ranges, and damage properties) and Soul Magic (covers all kinds of ranged magic spells allowing better area control) – both allow players to summon reinforcements during combat