壶中日月 Timeless Teapot news & patch notes

Here are the main updates for version v1.1.4: **Fixes:** - Fixed a bug where equipment would disappear during upgrades in the Skyforge. - Fixed an issue where monsters in certain levels could infinitely cast spells. - Fixed incorrect trajectory direction for spell projectiles. - Fixed an issue where the sect's body refinement artwork would block the progress display. - Fixed the issue of cloud save upload failures due to insufficient save size. - Fixed a bug where exiting to the main menu after monsters died in battle would prevent re-entering the save file. - Fixed the issue where Heavenly Demons could reach level 5001. **System Adjustments:** - Added a new recruitable character with innate Earth-element Qi. - Added a display effect for one-click selling when enabled. - Adjusted equipment upgrades/tier advancements in the Skyforge to allow free equipping. - Adjusted the attribute gains from sect body refinement and similar functions to scale with sect level. - Modified the icon display for the "Mystery in the Teapot" setting. - Added basic stat information (Hit, Dodge, Precision, Block) for regular monsters in secret realm levels. - Removed percentage-based damage spells from Earth-element monsters in all normal secret realms. - Revised some text descriptions. **Save File Protection:** If the game crashes or the process is terminated during saving, the save file may become corrupted. A backup system (`saves_backup`) has been added to prevent cloud save loss. If the save is corrupted and the game cannot create a new file, you can: 1. Enable Steam offline mode. 2. Manually delete the save files in the `saves` folder. 3. Copy the backup files from `saves_backup` to `saves` to attempt recovery. **Save File Location:** Press `Win + R`, type `AppData`, then navigate to: `\\LocalLow\\skyblack games\\Timeless Teapot\\userData\\saves` **Bug Reports & Feedback:** Join our Discord group: **361947533** Or email us at: **[email protected]**

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Here are the main updates for version v1.1.3:

**Main Content:**

- Added one-click save/load for equipment setups (can save up to three sets of currently equipped schemes; one-click load when the equipment is in the backpack).

- Added a one-click gem镶嵌 (embed) button for formation base gems and a total gem attribute score display (one-click镶嵌 based on score).

- Added cumulative challenge attempts for the Heavenly Demon Trial, along with a continuous challenge option (no more worries about missing the Heavenly Demon time).

- Added a prompt asking whether to exit the current battle when clicking on the Heavenly Demon or Endless Challenge while auto-farming in the secret realm (making it easier to join new challenges).

- Added the ability to right-click the previous/next page in the equipment/Divine Workshop interface to jump directly to the first/last page.

- Added hints for reforgeable attributes when hovering over the reforge button.

- Added four new achievements (unlocked by playing once with a previous save).

**Bug Fixes:**

- Fixed a bug where the game would freeze due to numerical errors during AFK gameplay.

- Fixed a bug where new games couldn’t be created if the save file was corrupted.

- Fixed the incorrect target for the Taoist spell damage of *Golden Light Mantra*.

- Fixed an error causing the game to freeze when clicking rebirth after maxing out rebirth.

**System Adjustments:**

- Enhanced the duration of the Taoist spell effect of *Ice Soul*.

- Reduced the time and spirit stone costs for late-game sect body refining and other functions.

- Adjusted the frequency of burst damage from earth-type monsters in certain layers.

- Adjusted the Heavenly Demon Trial spawn time to allow one additional challenge every 7 years.

Here are the main updates for version 1.1.2: **Main Content:** - Optimized the Celestial Workshop function (significantly reduced upgrade/ascension time, and now allows equipment upgrades/ascensions during battles). - Optimized the Forgotten River Collection function (added auto-purchase options for gold/red-quality items and a one-click "Buy All" button for current items). - Added auto-breakthrough (automatically breaks through to the highest achievable realm with 100% success rate). - Optimized character leveling (right-click to level up by 10/100/1000/max level). - Added one-click gem selling (gem auto-selling and equipment auto-selling are now separate options). - Improved the save file interface (manual and auto-saves are now in the same screen). **Bug Fixes:** - Fixed a bug where gems could be equipped. - Fixed a bug where excessively large numerical values caused data errors in later stages. **System Adjustments:** - Removed time restrictions for exiting stage battles. - Adjusted Yan Ke’s skill logic: increased single-instance damage but reduced activation frequency. - Added hover tooltips for Forgotten River Collection and Hero Recruitment buildings. - Reduced early-game monster difficulty. - Optimized in-game text descriptions. **Additional Notes:** If the game crashes or the process is forcibly closed during saving, the save file may become corrupted. A backup save folder (`saves_backup`) has been added to prevent cloud save loss. If the save is corrupted and prevents starting a new game, try the following: 1. Enable Steam offline mode. 2. Manually delete the corrupted save in the `saves` folder. 3. Copy the backup save from `saves_backup` into the `saves` folder to attempt recovery. **Save File Location:** Press Win+R, type `AppData`, then navigate to: `\\\\LocalLow\\\\skyblack games\\\\Timeless Teapot\\\\userData\\\\saves` **Bug Reports & Feedback:** Join our Discord group: 1020655392 Or email:

[email protected]

This game is independently developed in my spare time, and testing may be insufficient. If you encounter any bugs, please don’t hesitate to report them. Thank you for your support!

Here are the main updates for version v1.1.1: - Fixed the incorrect numerical values in the 5000-level challenge mode. - Fixed display errors for extremely large numerical values during battles. - Fixed incorrect drop levels for some equipment in challenge mode. - Fixed the issue where success rates were not refreshing after breakthroughs (success or failure). - Fixed the issue where automatic cultivation in Dao techniques was not working. - Adjusted the logic for reordering when clicking on formation gem sockets. - Fixed the issue where character progress was not saved when exiting functions like Sect Body Refinement. - Adjusted the unlocking logic for certain achievements. If you encounter any bugs or have questions, feel free to join our feedback group: 1020655392 or email us at:

[email protected]

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1. **"Endless Trials" Challenge Mode**

- Consecutive battles against 5 bosses, with state inheritance (HP/cooldowns/disciple survival).

- Exclusive drops: **"Mystic Abyss"** and **"Crimson Glaze"** prefix equipment.

- Unlocked after reaching **500+ floors** (requires clearing one Secret Realm battle if above 500).

- If failed or completed, restarts from the beginning (infinite loop).

2. **"Dao Arts System" Major Upgrade**

- Added **10 advanced Dao Arts** (Fire/Metal/Wood/Water/Earth attributes).

- **Fire Attribute**:

- *Celestial Flame (Gold)*: Burns armor, significantly reduces target defense.

- *Scorching Decay (Red)*: Inflicts continuous burn damage.

- **Metal Attribute**:

- *Golden Light Mantra (Gold)*: Dazzles enemies, reducing accuracy.

- *Metal Penetration Technique (Red)*: Weakens enemy accuracy based on attack ratio.

- **Wood Attribute**:

- *Rampant Growth (Gold)*: Entangles enemies, dealing AoE damage.

- *Divine Seed (Red)*: Boosts defense.

- **Water Attribute**:

- *Skywater Reflection (Red)*: Enhances stat conversion efficiency.

- *Frozen Soul (Gold)*: Reduces target’s max HP.

- **Earth Attribute**:

- *Shining Crystal (Gold)*: Suppresses enemy attack power.

- *Meteor Impact (Gold)*: Deals massive single-target damage.

3. **"Ascension Realm" Breakthrough System**

- New realm unlocked, raising disciple level cap to **5020**.

- Secret Realm challenges expanded to **5000 floors**.

- Disciples can now ascend to the **Ascension Realm**.

4. **Equipment System Expansion**

- New tiers: **"Realm Breaker"** and **"Finality"**.

- New sets: **"Mystic Abyss Legacy"** and **"Crimson Glaze Destiny"**.

5. **Steam Achievements Integration**

- **24 new achievements** to unlock.

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1. **UI & Interaction**

- Added **resolution and fullscreen settings** in the options menu.

- Added **detailed Dao Arts damage UI** during combat (hover to view specifics).

- Added **Body Refinement progress display** (visible in character and training screens).

- Added **breakthrough success/failure visual effects**.

- Added **quick-access gear reforging** (directly from inventory).

- Added **equipment bonus details page** (click left-side button in gear menu).

- Added **equipped Dao Arts enhancement attributes** (e.g., "Arcane x3," "Burst x2").

- Added **sorting for formation gems** (by score/quality/level).

- Added **hover tooltips for world structures**.

- Added **early-game tutorial guidance**.

- Improved **character info display** (shows level and optimized realm visualization).

- Improved **Dao Arts equipping interface** (sorted by equipped disciples).

- Improved **hotkey logic** (ESC now closes the current menu first).

- Improved **collapsible quest log**.

- Increased **auto-battle timeout to 3 minutes**.

- Optimized **Body Refinement mechanics** (click disciples to train directly).

- Added **visual disciple training progress** (displayed in character screen).

- Enhanced **breakthrough-ready visual cues**.

- Fixed **Buff timer inconsistencies**.

- Fixed **infinite loop bug when exiting combat at the last moment**.

2. **Art & Visuals**

- Updated **game loading screen**.

- Revamped **sect/faction scene art**.

- Redesigned **Dao Arts research interface**.

- Added **two new disciple gear icon sets**.

- Improved **numeric display for formation buffs in combat**.

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- **Dungeon difficulty rebalance** (enemy survivability increased post-Lv150).

- **Modified percentage-based skills** (e.g., "Searing Grasp," "Earth Sunder").

- **Reduced healing Dao Arts multipliers**.

- **Various text optimizations**.

[] Fixed an issue where NaN gems caused save failures. [] Added a button in the equipment interface that allows direct navigation to the Heavenly Workshop for refining when clicking on equipment.
• Changed the text "equipped" in the Heavenly Workshop refining interface to display the disciple's name instead.

• Fixed the issue where monster accuracy was incorrect in levels beyond 2000.
• Fixed the issue where monster defense was incorrect in levels beyond 2000, causing attacks to not take effect.
• Added save timestamps to archive entries.

[] Fixed an issue where the save file display was not cleared when deleting a save. [] Fixed a data error when right-clicking to upgrade disciples. [] Added sorting for various types of damage, attack power, and attack ratio in equipment filtering. [] Added a feature to quickly allocate points by holding down the left mouse button during leveling up or stat allocation.

• Fixed the issue with incorrect display of the total number of Dao techniques.
• Fixed the issue where equipment scores displayed decimal points after refining.
• Fixed the issue where equipment names would display incorrectly when comparing items in the inventory.
• Fixed the issue where automatic cultivation (e.g., Sect Body Training) would not cancel after reaching full progress.
• Optimized the display of certain texts.
• Added additional guidance prompts for the "Mysteries in the Teapot" feature.

• Fixed an issue where selling equipment with one click could cause the game to freeze.
• Significantly optimized memory usage when the game is running in the background (though it is uncertain whether the infinite dodge and instant kill floor issues have been completely resolved, further observation is needed).

Other Notes

• Update Points

• Fixed the issue where clicking on the disciple tab caused an error during deployment.
• Added sorting for equipment based on attack ratio/defense ratio/health ratio.

Others

We are now officially entering the development cycle for new features and gameplay. Except for urgent bug fixes, we aim to provide weekly updates.

New Features

Bug Fixes

Others