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Shadow Bamboo (竹影) - Game Design Document

Overview

Project Name: Shadow Bamboo (竹影)
Engine: Godot 4.6
Genre: Action RPG
Theme: Bamboo forest martial arts fantasy

Story

In a world where bamboo holds mystical powers, a young warrior discovers their connection to an ancient bamboo spirit. Journey through misty mountains, bustling cities, and shadowy forests to uncover the truth behind the withering bamboo plague.

Core Mechanics

  • Bamboo Power System: Harness different types of bamboo for unique abilities
  • Companion System: Recruit allies with distinct combat styles
  • Branching Narrative: Player choices affect story outcomes
  • Equipment Crafting: Forge weapons from mystical bamboo

Chapters

  1. Prologue: The Bamboo Master's Sacrifice
  2. Chapter 1: Shadows of Black Armor
  3. Chapter 2: Dual Shadows in Misty Ridge
  4. Chapter 3: Turmoil in Water Town
  5. Chapter 4: Dragon Snake City - Gang politics and power struggles
  6. Chapter 5: Flames of Desert Sea
  7. Final Chapter: Abyss of Ink Bamboo

Endings

  • Ending A - Rebirth: Sacrificial seal + accept mother's gift
  • Ending B - Eternity: Eternal seal + keep the charm
  • Ending C - Bond: Resonance seal (perfect ending)
  • Ending D - Lord's Path: Conquest route + defeat White Dragon
  • Ending E - Betrayer: Failed opportunist route
  • Ending F - Peace Envoy: Low-key route, avoid gang conflicts

Characters

Main Party

  • Zhu Tou (Bamboo Head): Protagonist, bamboo warrior
  • Cang Er: Mage companion, seeking mother's truth
  • Qing Wan: Assassin companion, town mayor's daughter

Key NPCs

  • Zhu Gong: Mentor, sacrifices himself in prologue
  • White Dragon: City lord, potential ally or enemy
  • Flame Fang: Desert warrior, optional ally
  • Bone Elder: Withered Bamboo Alliance leader

World Map

  1. Green Bamboo Village: Starting village, tutorial area
  2. Misty Ridge: Mountain pass, first dungeon
  3. Water Town: River settlement, political intrigue
  4. Dragon Snake City: Gang-controlled metropolis
  5. Desert Sea: Arid wasteland, fire trials
  6. Ink Bamboo Abyss: Final dungeon, seal the demon

Document Version: 1.0
Last Updated: 2026-03-25