Aletheia: Prophecy of Perseus
A story-rich, turn-based RPG where you play as Perseus on his quest to slay the gorgon Medusa. Inspired by classic cRPGs like Baldur's Gate and Fallout 1 and 2. The game features choices and consequences, multiple quest solutions, and a faithful portrayal of Greek mythology.
Step into the sandals of Perseus...
Growing up on a quiet island adrift in the Aegean, you thought life would be simple. You were wrong.
You assumed you would follow the humble fisherman's trade... but now a demand has been made of you: Bring back the head of Medusa, the monster whose gaze can turn men to stone. Your mother Danae knew this day would come. She tells you the truth at last - your father is Zeus, king of the gods. And there is more: The oracle of Delphi said you are destined to kill your grandfather, the king of Argos.
A fish-boy from the islands and a prince born of Zeus, your two lives couldn't have less in common. And now you're being thrust into the strange new world of the mainland to find the lair of Medusa. The gods watch you. The king fears you. And they say no man can escape his fate...
Aletheia: Prophecy of Perseus is a new RPG that puts you in control of the legendary hero as he embarks on his impossible quest - to slay the gorgon Medusa and fulfil his destiny!
A FAITHFUL ADAPTION
The tale of Perseus, slayer of Medusa and savior of Andromeda, is one of the most beloved stories in Greek mythology. Many poets celebrated it, and it was a great favourite in Ancient Greece.
We here at Absent Dragon present an RPG about Perseus that stays true to the original myth, drawing upon the works of Apollodorus, Hesiod, Pindar and other classical texts. The game has been meticulously researched to ensure it’s as faithful as possible not only to the tale of Perseus, but to Greek mythology as a whole.
TURN-BASED COMBAT
Engaging turn-based combat with an action-point economy. Avoid attacks of opportunity, position your party to outflank your foes, and use blessings from the gods to slaughter them!
REACTIVE QUESTING
Reactive questing with multiple solutions. SNEAK, TALK or FIGHT your way to victory.
DETAILED CHARACTER CREATION
Detailed character creation. Determine your upbringing, background, skills and attributes. Will you be a hunter? Philosopher? Wrestler? Something else?
BECOME YOUR LEGEND
Perseus's adventure can end in multiple ways, each a testament to your journey. Will Perseus return a hero, a king... or something else entirely?
