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{{game-stable | name = Triangle Wizard
{{game-stable | name = Triangle Wizard
| developer = [[Wouter van den Wollenberg]] (''wollie73''@''hotmail.com'')
| developer = [[Wouter van den Wollenberg]] (''wollie73''@''hotmail.com'')
| theme = [[D&D]]
| theme = [[Fantasy]]
| influences = [[NetHack]], [[Diablo]], [[Age of Wonders]]
| influences = [[NetHack]], [[Diablo]], [[Age of Wonders]]
| released = Oct 27, 2008
| released = Oct 27, 2008
| relver = R 1.01
| relver = R 1.01
| licensing = [[Freeware]], [[Closed Source]]
| licensing = [[Freeware]], [[Closed source]]
| language = [[Game Maker language|GML]]
| language = [[Game Maker language|Game Maker Language]]
| interface = [[ASCII]] or [[Tiles]]
| interface = [[ASCII]] or [[Tiles]]
| updated = Nov 26, 2013
| updated = Sep 20, 2023
| updver = R 16.04
| updver = R 18.02
| platforms = [[Windows]]
| platforms = [[Windows]]
| length = 10+ hours
| length = 10+ hours
| download = [http://trianglewizard.webs.com/downloads.htm Official]
| download = [https://www.trianglewizard.com/downloads Official]
| site = http://trianglewizard.webs.com/
| site = http://trianglewizard.com/
}}
}}
[[File:Triangle Wizard Gameplay.png|thumb|alt=Triangle Wizard Gameplay|Triangle Wizard Gameplay]]


'''Triangle Wizard''' is a real-time [[roguelikelike]] (a game that is not quite a roguelike). Creatures are still displayed by ASCII characters, but the spatial system is not grid-based, which is the case with nearly all other roguelikes. Aside from the primitive character display, the game has modern effects.
Triangle Wizard is a real-time [[roguelite]]. It combines an ASCII character art style with vector graphics and visual special effects.  


Triangle Wizard is a combination of hack-'n'-slash games like [[Diablo]] and [[NetHack]], developed by [[Wouter van den Wollenberg]]. The goal of the game is defeating the Nameless One, an evil being who awaits you in his sanctuary deep below the Castle of Everdoom (although a recent update allows you to join him and seek his release instead).
The gameplay is reminiscent of [[Diablo]], especially the first one, but is a lot less forgiving and contains many more random elements. Two major things it retains are the shrines which can permanently change your character (sometimes in a bad way), and the random item generation based on prefixes and suffixes along with socketed items and unique items. Also, the quests (apart from the main quest) only have a certain probability to show up meaning not every quest will be available in every game. In addition, there are also some short randomly generated quests available which are usually risky but have good rewards.


It still has a few roguelike features: the large selection of [[class]]es and [[race]]s, the large amount of creatures, random dungeon generation, permadeath, etc. Like the major roguelikes, the player is almost completely at the mercy of the [[RNG]].
It contains a large variety of monsters, bosses, and unique creatures. And also many [[Race|races]] and [[Class|classes]] to play. Most levels are randomly generated, including some quest levels. Non-random levels are reserved for the boss encounters. There are also some random special levels that may appear in some games, like the Tournament (where dungeon denizens fight for the favor of their boss) or the Hall of Mirrors (where all projectiles bounce on walls). When leveling up (and via different methods) talents can be obtained which can change your character or spells in unique ways, for example allowing you to use your Fireball spell as a mine, or accompanying the Teleport spell with a Shockwave spell.


Almost all information about creatures, traps, random level scripts and unique monsters is read from .ini files which can be easily modified to add new creatures or change existing ones.
There is a particular focus on interaction with the environment. Walls can be destroyed (sometimes revealing hidden rooms), water and lava can affect and be affected by magic, and knocking creatures into spikes hurts them. Water can be tainted (which will spread over time) and there are many more such interactions. There are also interactions between spells allowing one for example to counter or reflect spells.


Triangle Wizard has been updated a lot since the initial release over two years ago. It now also features a random item system, a random quest system, socketed items, and many new classes and spells. A recent update also added a deity system and the ability to use tiles.
The game also features a fully-fledged deity system with a large number of deities to worship or offend. Each of them offers unique boons or banes (if you anger them). Disciples to deities can be found in the dungeon and some items might be dedicated to certain [[God|gods]]. Allies can also be found to join the player and can be given items to use. They can also be given complicated commands using a tactics screen (while the game is paused).


== Trianglopedia ==
The main story involves the player attempting to invade Castle Everdoom and slay its evil master, the Nameless One. However this story can be changed depending on player choices (you can for example worship the Nameless One), and multiple different endings are possible.


The game includes an ingame 'wikipedia' help system which users can edit or look things up in.
If the player is killed his or her corpse can return in a later play-through as an ally or foe and part of the corpse's equipment may be retrieved.


== Triangle Wizard Day ==
There is an in-game wikipedia-esque help system called the Trianglopedia which (with a toggle) can also display spoilers.


If one chooses to play the game on the 27th of October the player character receives special bonuses, like a bonus talent, a unique item called the Triangle Wizard Hat and resistances. Monsters will also randomly wear Triangle Wizard hats and the player can reach a special level where a the monsters celebrate the anniversary of the game itself granting the player an additional free talent. Only on this day it is possible to obtain the legendary Triangular Ring unique item.
== Triangle Wizard 2 ==


== Screenshots ==
The game has a sequel, [[Triangle Wizard 2]].
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/4113/newscreen3.png


The above (big) one is more recent than the other two. (Notice for example the difference in GUI).
== Triangle Wizard Day ==


http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/2379/sscreen14dy.png
If one chooses to play the game on the 27th of October the player character receives special bonuses, like a bonus talent, a unique item called the Triangle Wizard Hat and resistances. Monsters will also randomly wear Triangle Wizard hats and the player can reach a special level where a the monsters celebrate the anniversary of the game itself granting the player an additional free talent. Only on this day it is possible to obtain the legendary Triangular Ring unique item.
 
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/796/sscreen15.png
 
== Trailers ==


Two trailers of the game can be found on YouTube:
== Resources ==


* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UE0HfFBdbZY&feature=related] (outdated)
* Gameplay GIFs: [http://i.imgur.com/3YBxbHp.gif 1] [http://i.imgur.com/wqv85Q3.gif 2] [http://i.imgur.com/dy4qhZA.gif 3] [http://i.imgur.com/RojnRfE.gif 4] [http://i.imgur.com/A0hS6kv.gif 5] [http://i.imgur.com/zGsg4Jw.gif 6]
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4LX9RezI78] (hopelessly outdated)


== Latest Major Update (R 16.01) ==
== Latest Major Update (R 18.01) ==


*Information about the location of the Trollmire and the Dark Days Ahead levels can now be correctly obtained via a Sanctified Shrine.
*Added message in new game screen that R can be used to generate a new character.
*Fixed some issues with the font in the inventory.
*Added new player advice to new game screen.
*Added the 'item_fix' console command to retrieve objects that are outside the level.
*Restructured information under F1 menu.
*Trolls now correctly deal high damage in melee.
*Added floating tutorial messages to help out new players during their first few levels. Can be disabled in the options menu.
*Added the Cro-Magnon and Salientian races.
*Spell list menu no longer has help text on top of spell text and the spell list is more condensed.
*Added the Paragon class.
*Made it more clear to which item the glowing effect of powerful and cursed items in the shop screen belows to.
*Fixed a small problem with the initial spell keybinding of the Zombie Lord.
*Anarchy and Charm no longer affect quest givers.
*Zombie Lord's Infection spell now correctly regenerates and starts at level two.
*Resurrected or animated creatures lose their quest giver and boss statuses.
*Fixed a bug in the Necromancer transformation handler which could affect spell damage.
*A small message float now reminds the player they are exhausted when they try to cast spells or melee when exhausted.
*Mechayon is now immune to the Infection spell.
*Daelan the Tinkerer will no longer incorrectly follow and join your party.
*Oozemaster's Slimeform now lasts 30 seconds regardless of level, allowing for better timing.
*Made the code that randomly places quest creatures in dungeons more stable.
*Added the Werewolf race.
*Stamina now regenerates during inital level entry invulnerability, but you can no longer sprint during this interval.
*Increased the power of the Totemic Whisperer's familiar.
*Removed mention of using the mouse for movement in the tutorial.
*Fixed a problem with followers of Zenithar having to pay for stuff in non-shop levels. Zenithar shop functionality now takes a few seconds to be available after level start.
*Updated the message in the tutorial on how melee combat works.
*Excruciating Demisatisus disease now has a chance to make the victim explode when it ends.
*You no longer lose stamina if you try to sprint whilst being knocked-back.
*Trolls now have slower casting speed instead of slowed spell regeneration.
*Sprinting no longer drains double the stamina if you move diagonally.
*Some levels are no longer square.
*There is now an on-screen warning when you get hit (you can switch this on/off in the options).
*Fixed a bug in the level generation logic which could generate levels which are not connected.
*Greatly expanded monster and player name generation possibilities.
*Fixed a very rare bug that could crash the game while worshipping Zenithar.
*Using Dismissal on objects in the shop will now anger the shopkeeper and increase your hate.
*Items which 'on-cast' effects now correctly work when equipped on an ally.
*Added a tip of the moment to the main menu.
*You can now ask allies to unequip and drop their item by pressing PageUp on top of them (the same key you use to give items with).
*A warning will now display in the GUI if you try to melee or cast spells when exhausted. Hopefully this will make this less obscure to new players.
*Fixed a bug whereby equipping an ally with an item, killing them, resurrecting them and equipping them again etc. would lead to infinite stats.
*Fixed a typo in Captain Jack's Compass.
*Added five new unique creatures.
*Added a little something for Triangle Wizard day (the fifth anniversary).


[[Category:Roguelikelike]]
[[Category:Roguelikelike]]

Latest revision as of 11:46, 25 October 2023

Triangle Wizard
Stable game
Developer Wouter van den Wollenberg (wollie73@hotmail.com)
Theme Fantasy
Influences NetHack, Diablo, Age of Wonders
Released Oct 27, 2008 (R 1.01)
Updated Sep 20, 2023 (R 18.02)
Licensing Freeware, Closed source
P. Language Game Maker Language
Platforms Windows
Interface ASCII or Tiles
Game Length 10+ hours
Official site of Triangle Wizard


Triangle Wizard Gameplay
Triangle Wizard Gameplay

Triangle Wizard is a real-time roguelite. It combines an ASCII character art style with vector graphics and visual special effects.

The gameplay is reminiscent of Diablo, especially the first one, but is a lot less forgiving and contains many more random elements. Two major things it retains are the shrines which can permanently change your character (sometimes in a bad way), and the random item generation based on prefixes and suffixes along with socketed items and unique items. Also, the quests (apart from the main quest) only have a certain probability to show up meaning not every quest will be available in every game. In addition, there are also some short randomly generated quests available which are usually risky but have good rewards.

It contains a large variety of monsters, bosses, and unique creatures. And also many races and classes to play. Most levels are randomly generated, including some quest levels. Non-random levels are reserved for the boss encounters. There are also some random special levels that may appear in some games, like the Tournament (where dungeon denizens fight for the favor of their boss) or the Hall of Mirrors (where all projectiles bounce on walls). When leveling up (and via different methods) talents can be obtained which can change your character or spells in unique ways, for example allowing you to use your Fireball spell as a mine, or accompanying the Teleport spell with a Shockwave spell.

There is a particular focus on interaction with the environment. Walls can be destroyed (sometimes revealing hidden rooms), water and lava can affect and be affected by magic, and knocking creatures into spikes hurts them. Water can be tainted (which will spread over time) and there are many more such interactions. There are also interactions between spells allowing one for example to counter or reflect spells.

The game also features a fully-fledged deity system with a large number of deities to worship or offend. Each of them offers unique boons or banes (if you anger them). Disciples to deities can be found in the dungeon and some items might be dedicated to certain gods. Allies can also be found to join the player and can be given items to use. They can also be given complicated commands using a tactics screen (while the game is paused).

The main story involves the player attempting to invade Castle Everdoom and slay its evil master, the Nameless One. However this story can be changed depending on player choices (you can for example worship the Nameless One), and multiple different endings are possible.

If the player is killed his or her corpse can return in a later play-through as an ally or foe and part of the corpse's equipment may be retrieved.

There is an in-game wikipedia-esque help system called the Trianglopedia which (with a toggle) can also display spoilers.

Triangle Wizard 2

The game has a sequel, Triangle Wizard 2.

Triangle Wizard Day

If one chooses to play the game on the 27th of October the player character receives special bonuses, like a bonus talent, a unique item called the Triangle Wizard Hat and resistances. Monsters will also randomly wear Triangle Wizard hats and the player can reach a special level where a the monsters celebrate the anniversary of the game itself granting the player an additional free talent. Only on this day it is possible to obtain the legendary Triangular Ring unique item.

Resources

Latest Major Update (R 18.01)

  • Added message in new game screen that R can be used to generate a new character.
  • Added new player advice to new game screen.
  • Restructured information under F1 menu.
  • Added floating tutorial messages to help out new players during their first few levels. Can be disabled in the options menu.
  • Spell list menu no longer has help text on top of spell text and the spell list is more condensed.
  • Made it more clear to which item the glowing effect of powerful and cursed items in the shop screen belows to.
  • Anarchy and Charm no longer affect quest givers.
  • Resurrected or animated creatures lose their quest giver and boss statuses.
  • A small message float now reminds the player they are exhausted when they try to cast spells or melee when exhausted.
  • Daelan the Tinkerer will no longer incorrectly follow and join your party.
  • Made the code that randomly places quest creatures in dungeons more stable.
  • Stamina now regenerates during inital level entry invulnerability, but you can no longer sprint during this interval.
  • Removed mention of using the mouse for movement in the tutorial.
  • Updated the message in the tutorial on how melee combat works.
  • You no longer lose stamina if you try to sprint whilst being knocked-back.
  • Sprinting no longer drains double the stamina if you move diagonally.
  • There is now an on-screen warning when you get hit (you can switch this on/off in the options).
  • Greatly expanded monster and player name generation possibilities.
  • Using Dismissal on objects in the shop will now anger the shopkeeper and increase your hate.
  • Added a tip of the moment to the main menu.
  • A warning will now display in the GUI if you try to melee or cast spells when exhausted. Hopefully this will make this less obscure to new players.