The Reveler is a fan-made Darkest Dungeon class mod that was created as a personal project by two designers in training and passionate fans of the game.
With several hundreds of hours of playtime and countless playthroughs between my partner and I, we felt that creating a new character class would not only help us deepen our understanding of the game, but also gives us an opportunity to flex our design muscles in our spare time outside of school. Ultimately, the Reveler aims to introduce unique gameplay and thematic elements without adversely disrupting the overarching systems and aesthetics of the game.
As I worked out the initial concept and design of the Reveler, my partner focused on figuring out the right numbers to balance him within Darkest Dungeon's delicately constructed experience. We discussed countless ideas, taking into account both thematic flavor as well as strategic viability and overall gameplay experience. In terms of art direction, having to adapt to Chris Bourassa's distinct and awe-inspiring style was a challenge, but one that has certainly helped expand and develop my abilities.
The Reveler takes the fundamental concepts set forth by the original game, and expands on an under-explored niche that offers players a refreshing new perspective in the face of danger.