Gahuman

In the heart of Quiapo, where devotion fills the streets and the Black Nazarene watches over the faithful, you in your shady shop, craft agimat for those who seek power, protection, or fate’s favor. Will your creations carry true blessings, or will you become a Gahuman, selling only illusions for profit? The choice is yours.

Gahuman is a wordplay for "Gahaman" which means "Greedy" and "Gahum" which is a bisaya word for "Power"

New business plan! Let's aim to get this surplus stock of agimat accessories sold out soon!

Step 1: Talk to the customer

• Ask them about themselves, make them feel they're interesting as a person. Coax them, make them feel heard, build rapport!

Step 2: Presentation!

• Select an emblem design that fits their needs.,
• "Attune" a spirit to the emblem (and make up a bootleg enchantment ritual),
• Goal here is to make it really believable!

Step 3: Profit!

Theme: Filipino Spirit

Filipinos are known for their blend of indigenous beliefs and practices, often referred to as paniniwala. This includes a rich tapestry of folklore, superstitions, and spiritual traditions.

We decided to focus on this aspect and created an agimat crafting game.

HOW TO PLAY:

USE YOUR NOTES!
-Listen carefully to your customer and take notes using the notepad at the right side of the screen!

After speaking with the customer, you can begin crafting their desired agimat. Click on the worktable to switch between the counter and table.

SHAPE SELECTION
- Select the shape of the agimat. Each shape defines its efficacy:
- Circular: Subtle, long-term efficacy
- Octagon: Balanced, long-lasting
- Triangle: Imminent, and powerful

SYMBOL SELECTION
Select the symbol of the agimat. Each symbol defines the agimat's effect.

SYMBOL MINIGAME
- hold LMB to charge hammer and release to strike! Hammer up to 10 times or until the medal is fully displayed. Proper timing is essential! The less hammer strikes, the more potent the agimat will be.

ATTUNEMENT MINIGAME
-Decipher 3 Bayabyin words by using the Baybayin Sheet at the right side of the screen for reference.
-  Select the word that fits the customer's story and needs. Click the baybayin word to start the attunement.
Note: Clicking any of the  baybayin words will automatically start the attunement process! Only click it if you are sure of the word you deciphered.

Once the agimat is ready, give it to the customer and see their reaction!
(4 possible ending dialogues are available, all depends on the amulet's potency)

END SCREEN
Amulet Potency - How effective is your agimat based on the customer's needs.

Credits:

pixabay.com for royalty-free SFX
Paraluman Baybayin Font - edelpona