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Project Status
Demo
Project Version
0.2.562025
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Welcome to Verdan Academy, a prestigious institution nestled deep within the Aldana region—where tradition, ambition, and mystery collide.

You’re one of the few students selected to join this year’s class, each member assigned to a dorm that shapes their path. Fate places you in Fennel Wing, the underdog dorm known more for misfits than prodigies. But as you'll soon discover, this year will be anything but ordinary.

Meet unforgettable classmates, build friendships, rivalries, and uncover strange rumors surrounding ancient ruins hidden throughout the campus grounds. With exploration programs reinstated after a mysterious suspension, something long buried begins to stir once more.

What secrets lie beneath the surface of Aldana? And why does it feel like you're being watched?

Your journey at Verdan Academy is about to begin—but not every lesson comes from a textbook.

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(Some features are still a WIP)

School Life Simulation
You live the life of a student at Verdan Academy, forming relationships, attending events, and exploring the world beyond campus.
Interactions with other students (like Lara, Rei, Nina) affect story direction through an affinity system.


Narrative-Driven Progression
A branching storyline filled with secrets, ancient ruins, tension between factions, and moral choices.
Dialogue and event outcomes can change based on earlier choices, making the story reactive and immersive.


Enhanced Battle System
Battles are visually impressive thanks to Elite Battle: DX, with animated intros, battle UI upgrades.


Exploration & Side Quests
Explore areas like the Whispering Ruins, Glintgrove Way, and Mantia Island, each with its own story hooks and encounter tables.
Side quests flesh out characters and the world, including ruin investigations and hidden truths about Pokémon and the factions.


Relationship & Reputation System
Helping or ignoring characters affects your affinity with them, influencing both story and dialogue in subtle and meaningful ways.


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a9fF7zC.png

(Click the Sign ;p)

Changelog:
=================================================================
v0.2.562025:
->Completed Female Sprite Sheets.
->Added new Combat Backgrounds.
->Completed Missing Affinity Events with the Characters: Mia, Tomo, Nina, Sana.
->Completed Pokémon Affinity Event: Mimi.
->Added more event map details.
->Fixed Female character error bug on transfer to Dorm event.
=================================================================
v0.2.522025:
->Updated New Game Sequence.
->Completed Affinity Event for Mimi on Early Game
->Patched Minor Bug and Collision Issues
->Updated Random Events
=================================================================


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"Pokémon Essentials" V20.1 created by:
Flameguru
Poccil (Peter O.)
Maruno
With contributions from:
AvatarMonkeyKirby, Marin, Boushy, MiDas Mike, Brother1440, Near Fantastica FL., PinkMan, Genzai Kawakami, Popper, Golisopod User, Rataime, help-14, Savordez, IceGod64, SoundSpawn, Jacob O. Wobbrock, the__end, KitsuneKouta, Venom12, Lisa Anthony, Wachunga, Luka S.J.

"mkxp-z" by:
Roza
Based on "mkxp" by Ancurio et al.

"RPG Maker XP" by:
Enterbrain



Plugin Features & Scripts
Achievements System

Polectron, Caeles, Manurocker95


Advanced Items – Field Moves
Bergium, TechSkylander1518, Moyo, Marin


Animated Sprites
Manurocker95, KleinStudio, Luka S.J.


Better Healing Machine
mej71, Rua


BW Party Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


BW Summary Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Tommaniacal, Lucidious89, Weibrot, Kobi2604, Dirkriptide, Ploaj, Mr. Gela, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


Easy Mouse System
Luka S.J.


Elite Battle: DX
Luka S.J., Maruno, Marin, Pokecheck.org, PinkCatDragon, Tebited15, BadSamaritan, WolfPP, redblueyellow, Damien, Issei Hyoudou, Nasasu, luckygirl88, NikDie, Manurocker95


Fancy Badges
Luka S.J.


Following Pokémon EX
Golisopod User, Help-14, zingzags, Rayd12smitty, Venom12, mej71, PurpleZaffre, Akizakura16, Thundaga, Armin (Fairies Resource Pack), Maruno


Generation 8 Pack Scripts
Golisopod User, Luka S.J.


Generation 9 Pack
Caruban


Item Crafting UI
ThatWelshOne_


KFootprints EX
Manurocker95, KleinStudio


Level-Based Mixed EV System & Allocator
DemICE, grogro


IV and EV Display
LinKazamine


Location Signposts with Background Image
PurpleZaffre, LostSoulsDev (carmaniac), Golisopod User, ENLS, spaceemotion, TechSkylander1518


Luka’s Scripting Utilities
Luka S.J.


Map Exporter & Scripting Utilities 2.0
Marin


Modular Primal Forms
Manurocker95


Modular Title Screen
Luka S.J.


Modern Quest System + UI
ThatWelshOne_, mej71, derFischae, Marin


No Bump Sound
Manurocker95


Overworld Shadows EX
Golisopod User, WolfPP, Marin


Showdown Utils
AceOfSpadesProduc100, Cilerba, Marin, Nuri Yuri, Manurocker95


Sun Rays
Polectron, Manurocker95


Time of Day Introduction
FL


Voltseon’s Pause Menu
Voltseon, Golisopod User, ENLS


Sprites
Moving Trucks

TSUKA


Gen 4–9 Trainer Sprites
Mr. Gela, kyledove


Character Customization Resources
Coffee Cup


Email Window (from Megaman Battle Network 6)
Ripped by: Metroid345 via Spriter’s Resources

Gen 1–9 Animated Battler Sprites​


Gen 1–5: Luka S.J.
Gen 6–9: Contributors to the Smogon Sprite Projects (XY, Sun/Moon, Sword/Shield, Scarlet/Violet)
“Sprites Animados” Plugin Contributors:
Tenshi of War, DPertierra, Skyflyer, Hellfire_raptor, Antiant, AshnixsLaw, AyanoCloud, Azrita, BR0DE0, Caruban, Creobnil, DanEx, Diegotoon20, dimbly, ekurepu, Ebaru, EricLostie, Falcon7, Federico97_ez, Fleimer_, Franark122k, Hellfire0raptor, HM100, HyperactiveFlummi, iametrine, Involuntary-Twitch, ItsYugen, jinta, justnyxnow, KingOfThe-X-Roads, kiriaura, Legitimate Username, localghost, lucasomi, MallowOut, mangalos810, MCH4R1Z4RD, N-Kin, NoelleMBrooks, Noobiess, Nolo33, OldSoulja, OmegalingYT, PKMarioG, PomPomKing, Poki Papillon, PumpkinPastel, RetroNC, RadicalCharizard, seleccion, SelenaArmorclaw, SkidMarc25, Snivy101, Sopita_Yorita, SoulWardenInfinity, TheAetherPlayer, TheCynicalPoet, Typhlito, uppababy
Other Contributors: Lucidious89, Regis, Rod, kayzering


Icon Sprites​


Gen 1–6: Alaguesia, harveydentmd
Gen 7: Marin, MapleBranchWing, DS Styled Gen 7+ Repository
Gen 8: Larry Turbo, Leparagon
Gen 1–8 Shiny: StarrWolf, Pokémon Shattered Light Team
PLA Icons: LuigiTKO
Gen 9: ezerart, JordanosArt
Compilation: Golisopod User, UberDunsparce, Caruban
Special Event Oshawott,Rolo,Pika,Ekans Eater : OSHAWOTT64


Footprint Sprites​


Gen 6: भाग्य ज्योति
Gen 7–8: WolfPP
Gen 9 & PLA: Caruban
Compilation: komeiji514

Pokémon Pixel Computer
By: ME >:D




Audio & BGM​


ENLS’s Pre-Looped Music Library – ENLS
Sonic ShuffleSonic Room, Blizzard of Coast, Dreamy Well
Sonic AdventureLimestone Cave by Fumie Kumatani
RPG Aumero SoftAre you kidding me?, gag
Darren CurtisMethod to Madness, Labyrinth of Lost Dreams
eefferz-RunAway-AllStarRemix-GBA

Tile sets
Extensive contributions from:
Ekat, Vurtax, CinnaYva, Heartlessdragoon, thedeadheroalistar, Alistar, Slimshady, Dasani, Redblueyellow, Zein, Aveontrainer, Shyinn, Silverdeoxys563, Heroalistar, Aldo, Anonaplacca, Idilio, Zeo, War8, Morlockhater, Nemu, Ross Hawkins, Pokémon Dawn, Puggsoy, SteamyJ, The-Red-Ex, CONGUSBONGUS, Fabnt, Dragoon, Pokémon Rejuvenation, Pokecheck.org, OgJazz, Lo8jd


Special Tileset Packs:


Ekat's Public Tiles – Ekat
Testing & Compilation

Testers:
TheDeltaRayo
Ryouhe

Project Compiled By:

Sleepwalker2ndG











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Special Thanks
To all developers, spriters, coders, and contributors who continue to support the fan development community.


Thank You for Playing!


Thank you so much for playing this game! This project holds a special place for me, as it's the very first one that has made it past the planning stages and into something that you can actually experience. I truly appreciate your time and support as you explore the world I've created.


As this is my first real endeavor into game development, I must apologize for any rough edges or imperfections you may encounter along the way. I'm still learning , and your feedback is invaluable to me as I continue to improve and refine the experience.


I hope you enjoy the journey, and once again, thank you for being a part of it!




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This project was originally created for the InsertName Game Jam of 2025.
Thank you to all the coordinators and players who made the event possible!
 
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jjogd6x.png




Welcome to Verdan Academy, a prestigious institution nestled deep within the Aldana region—where tradition, ambition, and mystery collide.

You’re one of the few students selected to join this year’s class, each member assigned to a dorm that shapes their path. Fate places you in Fennel Wing, the underdog dorm known more for misfits than prodigies. But as you'll soon discover, this year will be anything but ordinary.

Meet unforgettable classmates, build friendships, rivalries, and uncover strange rumors surrounding ancient ruins hidden throughout the campus grounds. With exploration programs reinstated after a mysterious suspension, something long buried begins to stir once more.

What secrets lie beneath the surface of Aldana? And why does it feel like you're being watched?

Your journey at Verdan Academy is about to begin—but not every lesson comes from a textbook.

QF9L2gR.png








RNqm9Hm.png

(Some features are still a WIP)

School Life Simulation
You live the life of a student at Verdan Academy, forming relationships, attending events, and exploring the world beyond campus.
Interactions with other students (like Lara, Rei, Nina) affect story direction through an affinity system.


Narrative-Driven Progression
A branching storyline filled with secrets, ancient ruins, tension between factions, and moral choices.
Dialogue and event outcomes can change based on earlier choices, making the story reactive and immersive.


Enhanced Battle System
Battles are visually impressive thanks to Elite Battle: DX, with animated intros, battle UI upgrades.


Exploration & Side Quests
Explore areas like the Whispering Ruins, Glintgrove Way, and Mantia Island, each with its own story hooks and encounter tables.
Side quests flesh out characters and the world, including ruin investigations and hidden truths about Pokémon and the factions.


Relationship & Reputation System
Helping or ignoring characters affects your affinity with them, influencing both story and dialogue in subtle and meaningful ways.


Tp0mzKL.png






5ltpUJ6.png
a9fF7zC.png

(Click the Sign ;p)

db5yA2q.png







xBtPgBZ.png





"Pokémon Essentials" V20.1 created by:
Flameguru
Poccil (Peter O.)
Maruno
With contributions from:
AvatarMonkeyKirby, Marin, Boushy, MiDas Mike, Brother1440, Near Fantastica FL., PinkMan, Genzai Kawakami, Popper, Golisopod User, Rataime, help-14, Savordez, IceGod64, SoundSpawn, Jacob O. Wobbrock, the__end, KitsuneKouta, Venom12, Lisa Anthony, Wachunga, Luka S.J.

"mkxp-z" by:
Roza
Based on "mkxp" by Ancurio et al.

"RPG Maker XP" by:
Enterbrain



Plugin Features & Scripts
Achievements System

Polectron, Caeles, Manurocker95


Advanced Items – Field Moves
Bergium, TechSkylander1518, Moyo, Marin


Animated Sprites
Manurocker95, KleinStudio, Luka S.J.


Better Healing Machine
mej71, Rua


BW Party Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


BW Summary Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Tommaniacal, Lucidious89, Weibrot, Kobi2604, Dirkriptide, Ploaj, Mr. Gela, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


Easy Mouse System
Luka S.J.


Elite Battle: DX
Luka S.J., Maruno, Marin, Pokecheck.org, PinkCatDragon, Tebited15, BadSamaritan, WolfPP, redblueyellow, Damien, Issei Hyoudou, Nasasu, luckygirl88, NikDie, Manurocker95


Fancy Badges
Luka S.J.


Following Pokémon EX
Golisopod User, Help-14, zingzags, Rayd12smitty, Venom12, mej71, PurpleZaffre, Akizakura16, Thundaga, Armin (Fairies Resource Pack), Maruno


Generation 8 Pack Scripts
Golisopod User, Luka S.J.


Generation 9 Pack
Caruban


Item Crafting UI
ThatWelshOne_


KFootprints EX
Manurocker95, KleinStudio


Level-Based Mixed EV System & Allocator
DemICE, grogro


IV and EV Display
LinKazamine


Location Signposts with Background Image
PurpleZaffre, LostSoulsDev (carmaniac), Golisopod User, ENLS, spaceemotion, TechSkylander1518


Luka’s Scripting Utilities
Luka S.J.


Map Exporter & Scripting Utilities 2.0
Marin


Modular Primal Forms
Manurocker95


Modular Title Screen
Luka S.J.


Modern Quest System + UI
ThatWelshOne_, mej71, derFischae, Marin


No Bump Sound
Manurocker95


Overworld Shadows EX
Golisopod User, WolfPP, Marin


Showdown Utils
AceOfSpadesProduc100, Cilerba, Marin, Nuri Yuri, Manurocker95


Sun Rays
Polectron, Manurocker95


Time of Day Introduction
FL


Voltseon’s Pause Menu
Voltseon, Golisopod User, ENLS


Sprites
Moving Trucks

TSUKA


Gen 4–5 Trainer Sprites
Mr. Gela


Character Customization Resources
Coffee Cup


Email Window (from Megaman Battle Network 6)
Ripped by: Metroid345 via Spriter’s Resources

Gen 1–9 Animated Battler Sprites​


Gen 1–5: Luka S.J.
Gen 6–9: Contributors to the Smogon Sprite Projects (XY, Sun/Moon, Sword/Shield, Scarlet/Violet)
“Sprites Animados” Plugin Contributors:
Tenshi of War, DPertierra, Skyflyer, Hellfire_raptor, Antiant, AshnixsLaw, AyanoCloud, Azrita, BR0DE0, Caruban, Creobnil, DanEx, Diegotoon20, dimbly, ekurepu, Ebaru, EricLostie, Falcon7, Federico97_ez, Fleimer_, Franark122k, Hellfire0raptor, HM100, HyperactiveFlummi, iametrine, Involuntary-Twitch, ItsYugen, jinta, justnyxnow, KingOfThe-X-Roads, kiriaura, Legitimate Username, localghost, lucasomi, MallowOut, mangalos810, MCH4R1Z4RD, N-Kin, NoelleMBrooks, Noobiess, Nolo33, OldSoulja, OmegalingYT, PKMarioG, PomPomKing, Poki Papillon, PumpkinPastel, RetroNC, RadicalCharizard, seleccion, SelenaArmorclaw, SkidMarc25, Snivy101, Sopita_Yorita, SoulWardenInfinity, TheAetherPlayer, TheCynicalPoet, Typhlito, uppababy
Other Contributors: Lucidious89, Regis, Rod, kayzering


Icon Sprites​


Gen 1–6: Alaguesia, harveydentmd
Gen 7: Marin, MapleBranchWing, DS Styled Gen 7+ Repository
Gen 8: Larry Turbo, Leparagon
Gen 1–8 Shiny: StarrWolf, Pokémon Shattered Light Team
PLA Icons: LuigiTKO
Gen 9: ezerart, JordanosArt
Compilation: Golisopod User, UberDunsparce, Caruban


Footprint Sprites​


Gen 6: भाग्य ज्योति
Gen 7–8: WolfPP
Gen 9 & PLA: Caruban
Compilation: komeiji514

Pokémon Pixel Computer
By: ME >:D




Audio & BGM​


ENLS’s Pre-Looped Music Library – ENLS
Sonic ShuffleSonic Room, Blizzard of Coast, Dreamy Well
Sonic AdventureLimestone Cave by Fumie Kumatani
RPG Aumero SoftAre you kidding me?, gag
Darren CurtisMethod to Madness, Labyrinth of Lost Dreams
Tile sets
Extensive contributions from:
Ekat, Vurtax, CinnaYva, Heartlessdragoon, thedeadheroalistar, Alistar, Slimshady, Dasani, Redblueyellow, Zein, Aveontrainer, Shyinn, Silverdeoxys563, Heroalistar, Aldo, Anonaplacca, Idilio, Zeo, War8, Morlockhater, Nemu, Ross Hawkins, Pokémon Dawn, Puggsoy, SteamyJ, The-Red-Ex, CONGUSBONGUS, Fabnt, Dragoon, Pokémon Rejuvenation, Pokecheck.org, OgJazz, Lo8jd


Special Tileset Packs:


Ekat's Public Tiles – Ekat
Testing & Compilation

Testers:
TheDeltaRayo
Ryouhe

Project Compiled By:

Sleepwalker2ndG











Uzn1zUZ.png

Special Thanks
To all developers, spriters, coders, and contributors who continue to support the fan development community.


Thank You for Playing!


Thank you so much for playing this game! This project holds a special place for me, as it's the very first one that has made it past the planning stages and into something that you can actually experience. I truly appreciate your time and support as you explore the world I've created.


As this is my first real endeavor into game development, I must apologize for any rough edges or imperfections you may encounter along the way. I'm still learning , and your feedback is invaluable to me as I continue to improve and refine the experience.


I hope you enjoy the journey, and once again, thank you for being a part of it!




zombjvD.png


This project was originally created for the InsertName Game Jam of 2025.
Thank you to all the coordinators and players who made the event possible!
How long the game is and is the game have full gym and league?
 
How long the game is and is the game have full gym and league?
Hey Safr, at the moment, it is only in the demo phase. I need to wait for the jam to end before I can release new content. I have somewhere between 2 to 3 hours of playable content, as this was a project intended for the game jam that I plan to develop until it is completed. While I do plan to implement the Gyms and League, they are not the main focus of the game. I do, however, plan to make them a bit more challenging than usual, in the sense that more strategy and planning will be required.
 
Hey Safr, at the moment, it is only in the demo phase. I need to wait for the jam to end before I can release new content. I have somewhere between 2 to 3 hours of playable content, as this was a project intended for the game jam that I plan to develop until it is completed. While I do plan to implement the Gyms and League, they are not the main focus of the game. I do, however, plan to make them a bit more challenging than usual, in the sense that more strategy and planning will be required.
Thank you for answering. I just look at the world today and i think good design. I just think it will be good we can have both story and gym since the trainer is academy student he can test his skills. I also love this because it's give variations to play other than pokemon pathways
 
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Thank you for answering. I just look at the world today and i think good design. I just think it will be good we can have both story and gym since the trainer is academy student he can test his skills. I also love this because it's give variations to play other than pokemon pathways
Hey safr, sure thing! Some quests are tied to the Gym Leader stories, as you can probably guess, and there will be plenty of side content related to the League Challenge season. I also have a few story arcs related to the League. I've left some breadcrumbs around the map in different locations and NPCs to hint at it. Hopefully, someone will find them.
 
Hey! I've played a bit of this game and am having a great time. I think starting off in an ice area is unique since in the mainline games, Ice areas tend to be towards the late-end game. I also think the mapping is fantastic, and ofc Luka's Elite Battle DX looks gorgeous.

Speaking of, did you position all of the animated sprites yourself? I'm also using the v20.1 port of EBDX + the animated sprites from Lucidious89's Animated Pokemon System, but manually positioning them with the sprite position tool.

If you ever get the chance, I really recommend posting the EBDX sprite metrics PBS file as a public resource, it'll definitely help future devs save time.
 
Hey! I've played a bit of this game and am having a great time. I think starting off in an ice area is unique since in the mainline games, Ice areas tend to be towards the late-end game. I also think the mapping is fantastic, and ofc Luka's Elite Battle DX looks gorgeous.

Speaking of, did you position all of the animated sprites yourself? I'm also using the v20.1 port of EBDX + the animated sprites from Lucidious89's Animated Pokemon System, but manually positioning them with the sprite position tool.

If you ever get the chance, I really recommend posting the EBDX sprite metrics PBS file as a public resource, it'll definitely help future devs save time.
Hey there Hydr3ig0n, glad to see you're enjoying the project so far! I've been manually adjusting the position of the sprites as I encounter them in the game. If you come across any that need fixing, please let me know so I can adjust them as well. Releasing the PBS file with the corrected positions as a resource is a great idea,thank you so much for the suggestion! I've only corrected a couple so far, so I'll wait until I’ve reviewed a few more before releasing it.
 
Good game, maybe my only problem is there bug of Pokémon essentials version 20.1 that make playing after long periods of time will make fps drop when walking in tall grass for me usually after 2 hours and will be normal again after restart the game. Other than that enjoyable game. See you on the next update
 
when i playing Pokemon Supernova when i go to where into the room where pre lecture my picture and gender change from female to male how do you add picture thanks
 
Good game, maybe my only problem is there bug of Pokémon essentials version 20.1 that make playing after long periods of time will make fps drop when walking in tall grass for me usually after 2 hours and will be normal again after restart the game. Other than that enjoyable game. See you on the next update
Hey Folk, I haven’t had any issues myself, but one of my buddies has experienced that. It sounds like a memory leak. I wasn’t aware it was a 20.1 issue—makes me wonder if it was ever addressed or if there’s anything I can do about it. 🤔 I’ll do a bit of research on this.
 
when i playing Pokemon Supernova when i go to where into the room where pre lecture my picture and gender change from female to male how do you add picture thanks
I'm going to look into this. The female model is still a work in progress, so a couple of sprite sheets are missing, but this sounds like something completely different. Could you give me a bit more information on how this happened? Found the issue. I'm working on it now. I'm also taking the opportunity to add a couple of new events to the existing areas and to finish the female model's sprite sheets.
 
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Hey Folk, I haven’t had any issues myself, but one of my buddies has experienced that. It sounds like a memory leak. I wasn’t aware it was a 20.1 issue—makes me wonder if it was ever addressed or if there’s anything I can do about it. 🤔 I’ll do a bit of research on this.
Thank you
 
Hey, looks amazing. How long will this game be when it's complete?
That’s a great question! I want to create multiple ways to experience the game, or at least offer different possible outcomes based on how the player interacts with other characters and the decisions they make throughout their playthrough. Maybe I’m being a bit too ambitious with the scope, but it’s hard to say for sure, since the overall experience will really depend on each player’s unique play style.
 
New Update Out with some new stuff.

v0.2.562025:

->Completed Female Sprite Sheets.
->Added new Combat Backgrounds.
->Completed Missing Affinity Events with the Characters: Mia, Tomo, Nina, Sana.
->Completed Pokémon Affinity Event: Mimi.
->Added more event map details.
->Fixed Female character error bug on transfer to Dorm event.


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Welcome to Verdan Academy, a prestigious institution nestled deep within the Aldana region—where tradition, ambition, and mystery collide.

You’re one of the few students selected to join this year’s class, each member assigned to a dorm that shapes their path. Fate places you in Fennel Wing, the underdog dorm known more for misfits than prodigies. But as you'll soon discover, this year will be anything but ordinary.

Meet unforgettable classmates, build friendships, rivalries, and uncover strange rumors surrounding ancient ruins hidden throughout the campus grounds. With exploration programs reinstated after a mysterious suspension, something long buried begins to stir once more.

What secrets lie beneath the surface of Aldana? And why does it feel like you're being watched?

Your journey at Verdan Academy is about to begin—but not every lesson comes from a textbook.

QF9L2gR.png








RNqm9Hm.png

(Some features are still a WIP)

School Life Simulation
You live the life of a student at Verdan Academy, forming relationships, attending events, and exploring the world beyond campus.
Interactions with other students (like Lara, Rei, Nina) affect story direction through an affinity system.


Narrative-Driven Progression
A branching storyline filled with secrets, ancient ruins, tension between factions, and moral choices.
Dialogue and event outcomes can change based on earlier choices, making the story reactive and immersive.


Enhanced Battle System
Battles are visually impressive thanks to Elite Battle: DX, with animated intros, battle UI upgrades.


Exploration & Side Quests
Explore areas like the Whispering Ruins, Glintgrove Way, and Mantia Island, each with its own story hooks and encounter tables.
Side quests flesh out characters and the world, including ruin investigations and hidden truths about Pokémon and the factions.


Relationship & Reputation System
Helping or ignoring characters affects your affinity with them, influencing both story and dialogue in subtle and meaningful ways.


Tp0mzKL.png






5ltpUJ6.png
a9fF7zC.png

(Click the Sign ;p)

Changelog:
=================================================================
v0.2.562025:
->Completed Female Sprite Sheets.
->Added new Combat Backgrounds.
->Completed Missing Affinity Events with the Characters: Mia, Tomo, Nina, Sana.
->Completed Pokémon Affinity Event: Mimi.
->Added more event map details.
->Fixed Female character error bug on transfer to Dorm event.
=================================================================
v0.2.522025:
->Updated New Game Sequence.
->Completed Affinity Event for Mimi on Early Game
->Patched Minor Bug and Collision Issues
->Updated Random Events
=================================================================


db5yA2q.png







xBtPgBZ.png





"Pokémon Essentials" V20.1 created by:
Flameguru
Poccil (Peter O.)
Maruno
With contributions from:
AvatarMonkeyKirby, Marin, Boushy, MiDas Mike, Brother1440, Near Fantastica FL., PinkMan, Genzai Kawakami, Popper, Golisopod User, Rataime, help-14, Savordez, IceGod64, SoundSpawn, Jacob O. Wobbrock, the__end, KitsuneKouta, Venom12, Lisa Anthony, Wachunga, Luka S.J.

"mkxp-z" by:
Roza
Based on "mkxp" by Ancurio et al.

"RPG Maker XP" by:
Enterbrain



Plugin Features & Scripts
Achievements System

Polectron, Caeles, Manurocker95


Advanced Items – Field Moves
Bergium, TechSkylander1518, Moyo, Marin


Animated Sprites
Manurocker95, KleinStudio, Luka S.J.


Better Healing Machine
mej71, Rua


BW Party Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


BW Summary Screen
DeepBlue PacificWaves, Tommaniacal, Lucidious89, Weibrot, Kobi2604, Dirkriptide, Ploaj, Mr. Gela, Shashu-Greninja, Golisopod User


Easy Mouse System
Luka S.J.


Elite Battle: DX
Luka S.J., Maruno, Marin, Pokecheck.org, PinkCatDragon, Tebited15, BadSamaritan, WolfPP, redblueyellow, Damien, Issei Hyoudou, Nasasu, luckygirl88, NikDie, Manurocker95


Fancy Badges
Luka S.J.


Following Pokémon EX
Golisopod User, Help-14, zingzags, Rayd12smitty, Venom12, mej71, PurpleZaffre, Akizakura16, Thundaga, Armin (Fairies Resource Pack), Maruno


Generation 8 Pack Scripts
Golisopod User, Luka S.J.


Generation 9 Pack
Caruban


Item Crafting UI
ThatWelshOne_


KFootprints EX
Manurocker95, KleinStudio


Level-Based Mixed EV System & Allocator
DemICE, grogro


IV and EV Display
LinKazamine


Location Signposts with Background Image
PurpleZaffre, LostSoulsDev (carmaniac), Golisopod User, ENLS, spaceemotion, TechSkylander1518


Luka’s Scripting Utilities
Luka S.J.


Map Exporter & Scripting Utilities 2.0
Marin


Modular Primal Forms
Manurocker95


Modular Title Screen
Luka S.J.


Modern Quest System + UI
ThatWelshOne_, mej71, derFischae, Marin


No Bump Sound
Manurocker95


Overworld Shadows EX
Golisopod User, WolfPP, Marin


Showdown Utils
AceOfSpadesProduc100, Cilerba, Marin, Nuri Yuri, Manurocker95


Sun Rays
Polectron, Manurocker95


Time of Day Introduction
FL


Voltseon’s Pause Menu
Voltseon, Golisopod User, ENLS


Sprites
Moving Trucks

TSUKA


Gen 4–5 Trainer Sprites
Mr. Gela


Character Customization Resources
Coffee Cup


Email Window (from Megaman Battle Network 6)
Ripped by: Metroid345 via Spriter’s Resources

Gen 1–9 Animated Battler Sprites​


Gen 1–5: Luka S.J.
Gen 6–9: Contributors to the Smogon Sprite Projects (XY, Sun/Moon, Sword/Shield, Scarlet/Violet)
“Sprites Animados” Plugin Contributors:
Tenshi of War, DPertierra, Skyflyer, Hellfire_raptor, Antiant, AshnixsLaw, AyanoCloud, Azrita, BR0DE0, Caruban, Creobnil, DanEx, Diegotoon20, dimbly, ekurepu, Ebaru, EricLostie, Falcon7, Federico97_ez, Fleimer_, Franark122k, Hellfire0raptor, HM100, HyperactiveFlummi, iametrine, Involuntary-Twitch, ItsYugen, jinta, justnyxnow, KingOfThe-X-Roads, kiriaura, Legitimate Username, localghost, lucasomi, MallowOut, mangalos810, MCH4R1Z4RD, N-Kin, NoelleMBrooks, Noobiess, Nolo33, OldSoulja, OmegalingYT, PKMarioG, PomPomKing, Poki Papillon, PumpkinPastel, RetroNC, RadicalCharizard, seleccion, SelenaArmorclaw, SkidMarc25, Snivy101, Sopita_Yorita, SoulWardenInfinity, TheAetherPlayer, TheCynicalPoet, Typhlito, uppababy
Other Contributors: Lucidious89, Regis, Rod, kayzering


Icon Sprites​


Gen 1–6: Alaguesia, harveydentmd
Gen 7: Marin, MapleBranchWing, DS Styled Gen 7+ Repository
Gen 8: Larry Turbo, Leparagon
Gen 1–8 Shiny: StarrWolf, Pokémon Shattered Light Team
PLA Icons: LuigiTKO
Gen 9: ezerart, JordanosArt
Compilation: Golisopod User, UberDunsparce, Caruban


Footprint Sprites​


Gen 6: भाग्य ज्योति
Gen 7–8: WolfPP
Gen 9 & PLA: Caruban
Compilation: komeiji514

Pokémon Pixel Computer
By: ME >:D




Audio & BGM​


ENLS’s Pre-Looped Music Library – ENLS
Sonic ShuffleSonic Room, Blizzard of Coast, Dreamy Well
Sonic AdventureLimestone Cave by Fumie Kumatani
RPG Aumero SoftAre you kidding me?, gag
Darren CurtisMethod to Madness, Labyrinth of Lost Dreams
Tile sets
Extensive contributions from:
Ekat, Vurtax, CinnaYva, Heartlessdragoon, thedeadheroalistar, Alistar, Slimshady, Dasani, Redblueyellow, Zein, Aveontrainer, Shyinn, Silverdeoxys563, Heroalistar, Aldo, Anonaplacca, Idilio, Zeo, War8, Morlockhater, Nemu, Ross Hawkins, Pokémon Dawn, Puggsoy, SteamyJ, The-Red-Ex, CONGUSBONGUS, Fabnt, Dragoon, Pokémon Rejuvenation, Pokecheck.org, OgJazz, Lo8jd


Special Tileset Packs:


Ekat's Public Tiles – Ekat
Testing & Compilation

Testers:
TheDeltaRayo
Ryouhe

Project Compiled By:

Sleepwalker2ndG











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Special Thanks
To all developers, spriters, coders, and contributors who continue to support the fan development community.


Thank You for Playing!


Thank you so much for playing this game! This project holds a special place for me, as it's the very first one that has made it past the planning stages and into something that you can actually experience. I truly appreciate your time and support as you explore the world I've created.


As this is my first real endeavor into game development, I must apologize for any rough edges or imperfections you may encounter along the way. I'm still learning , and your feedback is invaluable to me as I continue to improve and refine the experience.


I hope you enjoy the journey, and once again, thank you for being a part of it!




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This project was originally created for the InsertName Game Jam of 2025.
Thank you to all the coordinators and players who made the event possible!
I liked it, although I feel the encounter rate is quite high. Otherwise, it's fine. I'm looking forward to the next updates.
 
Hey Guys sorry for the slow updates, I'm currently doing the parallax for some areas of the game, I will also adjust the encounter rate since it can be a bit much at times.


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The game is great so far! The only problem for me is that all of the tasks you have to do aren't documented. For example, when Lara calls you to enter the whispering forest, Mia also calls you to go to the gym. It's hard to remember what to do after you've done something else. A quest system would be nice, in my opinion.
 
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