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Game Mechanics Overview

Learn how all the systems in La Légende des Trois Gardiens work together to create an engaging gameplay experience.

Core Gameplay Systems​

La Légende des Trois Gardiens combines several interconnected systems:

🗺️ Exploration System​

  • Hexagonal Map - Territory-based exploration using H3 geospatial indexing
  • Territory Discovery - Unlock new areas as you progress
  • Dynamic Content - Territories can refresh with new challenges

🎮 Challenge System​

  • Two Main Types - Mini-games and quizzes
  • Difficulty Scaling - Challenges adapt based on your level
  • Replay Capability - Improve your scores anytime
  • Diverse Content - Multiple game styles and mechanics

💰 Economy System​

  • Coin Currency - Earn from completing challenges
  • Score-to-Coins - Your performance directly translates to rewards
  • Server-Backed - Persistent wallet across sessions
  • Fair Earning - No pay-to-win, skill-based rewards

📊 Progression System​

  • Territory Completion - Track conquered hexagons
  • Narrative Progress - Advance through the story
  • Artifact Collection - Gather legendary treasures
  • Skill Development - Master different challenge types

👥 Social System​

  • Multiplayer Rooms - Team-based gameplay
  • Room Codes - Easy friend invitation
  • Shared Rewards - Cooperative benefits
  • Leaderboards - Compare scores (coming soon)

Gameplay Flow​

Single Player Flow​

1. Select Territory (Map)
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2. View Challenge Info (Intro)
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3. Calibrate Device (if motion game)
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4. Play Challenge (Mini-game/Quiz)
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5. View Results & Earn Coins
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6. Choose Next Action (Replay/Continue/Inventory)

Multiplayer Flow​

1. Create/Join Room
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2. Wait for Players (Waiting Room)
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3. Host Starts Challenge
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4. Team Plays Together
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5. View Team Results
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6. Share Rewards

Key Mechanics Explained​

Motion Control System​

How It Works:

  • Uses your device's accelerometer and gyroscope
  • Detects tilt, orientation, and movement
  • Smooth input processing with noise filtering
  • Calibration for personalized baseline

Games Using Motion:

  • Spirit Maze - Tilt to move character
  • Sentinel Gaze - Freeze detection
  • Cosmic Collector - Tilt to aim and move

Features:

  • Permission-based access
  • Graceful fallback for unsupported devices
  • Real-time calibration adjustments
  • Visual feedback of motion state

Scoring System​

Score Calculation: Each challenge calculates score differently:

  • Mini-Games: Points based on performance metrics (distance, items collected, enemies defeated, time)
  • Quizzes: Correct answers × base points
  • Bonuses: Time bonuses, perfect runs, combos

Coin Conversion:

  • Score directly converts to coins
  • Success = full coin reward
  • Failure = 0 coins (no penalty, just retry)
  • Example: Score of 1000 = 1000 coins earned

Server Validation:

  • Scores submitted to server via API
  • Prevents cheating
  • Persistent across devices
  • Real-time wallet updates

Challenge Difficulty​

Difficulty Levels:

  • Easy - Great for beginners, lower coin rewards
  • Normal - Balanced challenge and rewards
  • Hard - Expert level, maximum coin potential

Adaptive Elements: Some games adjust difficulty:

  • Level-Based: Enemies get faster/smarter
  • Time-Based: Shorter reaction windows
  • Pattern-Based: More complex obstacles

Difficulty Indicators:

  • Shown on challenge intro screen
  • Estimated duration displayed
  • Recommended preparation noted

Territory States​

Hexagon States:

  1. Unseen - Not yet revealed on map
  2. Available - Unlocked and ready to play
  3. Completed - Challenge finished at least once
  4. Mastered - High score achieved (optional goal)

State Transitions:

  • Completing adjacent territories may unlock new ones
  • Story progression opens new regions
  • Some territories may have prerequisites

Retry & Replay​

Unlimited Retries:

  • No energy system or cooldowns
  • Replay any challenge anytime
  • Work to improve high scores
  • Practice makes perfect

Score Tracking:

  • Best score saved per challenge
  • View personal bests in profile
  • Compare improvements over time

Offline Capabilities​

What Works Offline:

  • View cached map data
  • Access downloaded territories
  • Read challenge descriptions
  • View inventory (cached)

What Requires Connection:

  • Score submission
  • Coin rewards
  • Wallet updates
  • Multiplayer features
  • New content loading

Offline Fallback:

  • Local score storage when offline
  • Sync when connection restored
  • Graceful error messages
  • Cached content available

Advanced Mechanics​

Calibration System​

Purpose: Set your device's neutral position for optimal motion control

When to Calibrate:

  • First time playing motion games
  • When switching play positions (sitting/standing)
  • If controls feel unresponsive
  • After device orientation changes

Calibration Types:

  • Per-Game: Calibrate before each challenge (legacy)
  • Global: One calibration for all games (recommended)

How It Works:

  1. Hold device in comfortable position
  2. Tap "Calibrate" button
  3. System records current orientation
  4. All motion calculated relative to this baseline

Wake Lock System​

Purpose: Prevent screen from sleeping during gameplay

Automatic Activation:

  • Enabled when entering any game
  • Active during challenge play
  • Disabled after completion
  • Battery-conscious implementation

Benefits:

  • Uninterrupted gameplay
  • No accidental screen timeouts
  • Seamless motion control experience

Wallet System​

Server-Backed Balance:

  • Authoritative coin balance on server
  • Real-time updates after challenges
  • Synchronized across all devices
  • Immutable transaction ledger

Transaction Types:

  • EARN: Completing challenges
  • SPEND: Future shop features
  • BONUS: Special events/achievements

Features:

  • View transaction history
  • Track earnings over time
  • Real-time balance updates
  • Offline fallback display

Fragment Collection​

Key Fragments: Collect pieces to unlock artifacts:

  • Found in specific territories
  • Required for treasure sites
  • Three fragments per artifact
  • Unlock passive abilities

Collection Progress:

  • Track per-artifact progress
  • Visual indicators on map
  • Hints toward fragment locations
  • Rewarding exploration

Interaction Systems​

Permission Management​

Motion Sensors:

  • Requested first time used
  • Can be revoked in device settings
  • Graceful fallback if denied
  • Re-request if needed

Camera (AR Studio):

  • Required for AR Selfie mode
  • Optional feature
  • Privacy-conscious implementation
  • Clear permission prompts

Input Methods​

Touch Controls:

  • Menu navigation
  • Button interactions
  • Swipe gestures (where applicable)

Motion Controls:

  • Tilt for movement
  • Orientation for aiming
  • Shake for special actions (game-specific)
  • Freeze detection (Sentinel Gaze)

Keyboard/Mouse (Desktop):

  • Arrow keys for navigation
  • Click for selections
  • Limited motion control support

Performance & Optimization​

Loading Strategies​

Progressive Loading:

  • Critical content first
  • Images load as needed
  • Lazy component loading
  • Service worker caching

Asset Optimization:

  • Compressed images
  • Efficient sprite sheets
  • Minimal external dependencies
  • Fast initial load

Battery Considerations​

Power-Saving Features:

  • Automatic wake lock disable
  • Efficient motion polling
  • Reduced animations when low battery
  • Smart sensor usage

Next Steps​

Dive deeper into specific systems:

Pro Tip: Understanding these core mechanics will help you strategize your progression and maximize your coin earnings!