I'll start this post by assuming some of my readers don't know what Dwarf Fortress is, or even what the above screenshot represents. Basically, DF is a fantasy sim-type game where you start with seven dwarves and attempt to carve out the most awesome fortress you can. You can dig deep into the earth, or build towers reaching into the sky. All the while, you must defend your fort from invaders, such as goblins, trolls, and more. Eventually, it all comes crashing down, but that's okay, because "Losing is fun!" Don't let the ASCII graphics fool you. This game is awesome.
Now, replace the dwarves with ponies. Ponies are about four times as large as dwarves, and even unskilled ones can deal with most threats with ease. Goblins have been replaced by evil ponies with bat wings and tentacles and such. Seeing how violent they get is just one part of the awesomeness of this mod. (combat in the game is described in detailed combat logs, but happens in real time)
At the urging of some friends of mine, I have decided to start my own pony fortress, and to chronicle everything that happens within. Currently, I am at the end of the fortress's third year, and the fortress is so far thriving! There have been many ups and downs, a tragic minotaur attack, stone shortages, floodings, bad dreams (force reset!), badpony attacks, cupcakes (so sweet and tasty), and business.
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ReplyDeleteSo you got a backup, something messed up (a pony dying or what), then you override the current save with the save you backed up. Ergo, bad dreams!
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