The lore centers on the "Severance" of 2290, which permanently closed the quantum gate to Earth. Once a beacon of human expansion, Ikaanos collapsed into a "Dark Age" of feudal warlords, syndicates, and rampant slavery. By the game’s start date in 2489, the city is a cauldron of power struggles between factions like the , the Hakusan Empire , and various militant religions like the Brotherhood of Ryzaan . Core Gameplay Mechanics
: You inherit a large house from your missing brother, which serves as your base of operations. Success depends on upgrading rooms, managing the happiness and discipline of your household staff, and ensuring a steady supply of food and gold. Major Questlines
: The game uses an "old-school" system where skills improve through actual use, reading skill books, or taking academic courses rather than traditional leveling.
The lore centers on the "Severance" of 2290, which permanently closed the quantum gate to Earth. Once a beacon of human expansion, Ikaanos collapsed into a "Dark Age" of feudal warlords, syndicates, and rampant slavery. By the game’s start date in 2489, the city is a cauldron of power struggles between factions like the , the Hakusan Empire , and various militant religions like the Brotherhood of Ryzaan . Core Gameplay Mechanics
: You inherit a large house from your missing brother, which serves as your base of operations. Success depends on upgrading rooms, managing the happiness and discipline of your household staff, and ensuring a steady supply of food and gold. Major Questlines
: The game uses an "old-school" system where skills improve through actual use, reading skill books, or taking academic courses rather than traditional leveling.