We are so back!

Posted November 19th, 2024

Written by Chazbomb1, VII, and RedstoneWizard08

The Prelude

Written by RedstoneWizard08

What's up?

Hi everyone! I'm RedstoneWizard08, the second-newest member of the Technomancy team at the time of writing. I've been leading the Architectury port of the mod and designing this website. Now you may be wondering, what do you mean, "we are so back?"

Are you late?

Yes, I am definitely late. I've been working on this website for... not that long... but I didn't want to make 3 posts, so I just copied the text from our last announcement here, and added some context and other stuff. Sorry for the long wait for a proper website!

We're not dead anymore

A long time ago (in this very galaxy), Technomancy was abandoned because of it's tech debt and original poor planning and execution (as well as some other reasons I'm not going to get into here). Unfortunately, because of all of that, Chaz and VII decided to call it quits, and stop working on it. A long time later, Chaz decided to revive the project and invited a few more people to work on it, and here we are. We've been working in the shadows (ooh, spooky!) this whole time. And you all probably expected it because Chaz has been leaking stuff over on the Aeronautics discord.

You can check out the announcement video here (written by Chaz, edited & directed by the wonderful ModogTheDev, and with art made by MilkyFur):

Technomancy Update

Written by Chazbomb1 and VII

Hey everyone!

We're thrilled to share what we've been working on in Create Technomancy. This update lays the groundwork for the core features of the mod, which cmobine themes of magic, technology, and light to bring fresh ways to interact with the world. Whether it's crafting, processing, or building, there's something for everyone to play with. Let's take a look at what's new!

Polishing the Process

Mirrors and lenses are an essential part of the magical and technological systems we're introducing, and the journey begins with mirror polishing. This process will let players refine raw materials into smooth, reflective surfaces, forming the base for more advanced systems down the line.

Magic Through Light

Our magic system is beginning to take shape, centered around the concept of light manipulation through engraved lenses. Each lens holds a unique magical property, and by stacking them, players can create magical beams of light that interact with the world. Through all of the possible combinations of effects, modifiers, and triggers, this system invites creativity in how you build your spells.

Light Logic - The First Steps

To complement our magical systems, we're developing a set of tools designed for building smart, light-responsive setups. The Detector Lens is the first piece of this system, allowing players to sense changes in light beams and integrate this functionality into their creations. Over time, we'll be adding more logic components to enable increasingly complex and innovative builds.

A Focus on Visual Quality

From textures to effects, we're committed to delivering visuals that elevate the experience. Whether you're polishing mirrors or channeling beams of magical light, every element is designed with care to immerse players in the unique experience. We want every detail to feel polished, purposeful, and inspiring.

This update is just the beginning, and there's so much more to come. As we continue developing these systems, we're looking forward to seeing how you'll use them to create, automate, and experiment. Stay tuned for future updates as we expand this magical journey!

Ready when it's ready

Written by RedstoneWizard08

What does that mean?

Technomancy is going to be ready when it's ready. That means no releases, no paid early access, nothing of the sort. We'll release the mod to everyone at the same time when we feel it's in a good enough state to release. That also means it might be a while. None of us can predict when the mod will be done or released. All we can do is keep working on it, and trust us, we're working hard.

Did you steal that philosophy from Aeronautics?

Yes, shamelessly.

How will you know it's still being worked on?

PERIODICALLY, we will be releasing teasers, images, and maybe videos. We'll try to keep all of you up-to-date on the progress of the mod, without spoiling any content of course.

What can you do to help?

What all of you can do to help is just be friendly. Don't bother us too much, and just be generally friendly and nice. You can join our Discord to stay up-to-date, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for any potential video releases. We're super excited to share what we have been doing and to see what you all create with it! See you all in the next post!