Discord: PM me for link.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/figmentpet
Tumblr: https://figmentpet.tumblr.com/
UPDATE: February 10th, 2020
Ya'll, this is a very outdated thread. I am happy to say that we've made TONS of progress since I was last on ChickenSmoothie. Figment is now called illuae and is in closed alpha, which you can join by pledging $5 on Patreon (or wait for open beta). You can find our site at www.figment.pet . I will not be updating this front page anymore so, for the newest info, please see the most recent comments/posts on this thread. I'll keep sharing our dev journey along with all the pretty pictures! Thanks much!
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It is my utmost pleasure to announce Figment.
Whimsical and light, Figment - a petsite in development – strives to evoke the special nostalgia you feel while reminiscing of classic Neopets; in a time where imaginative concepts were married with complex and emotional storytelling.
Journey to the land of Fanterra, where humans, pets, and mystical creatures live in harmony. The humans of Fanterra – aliens to this vibrant community of Dragons, Fae, and other mythical animals – have brought from Earth their canine and feline companions. In the magical lands of Fanterra, house pets not only swiftly evolve, but grow to comprehend their brave new world; thus ushering in a land that yearns to be explored with secrets yet to uncover. So begins the saga of Figment.
Beyond fostering a rich lore, our team hopes to provide an outlet for creativity in our players. The game is story-driven and provides engaging content for everyone; especially artists, writers, and other creative types. Our team has noted that a common concern with petsites is that pets eventually become “disposable.” But we at Figment believe that every pet is worthy of affection, and we strive to make every single pet valuable. We do this by limiting the number of pets available on the site, with many given out through roleplay events.
With 22 bases to start, each creature’s coat/pattern is designed by hand by a staff artist, with the majority made to be completely one-of-a-kind. That means no custom pet will ever look exactly alike. And – for those of you who enjoy breeding pets and experimenting with color – it means that offspring will be designed to resemble a mix of the parents’ markings.
Additionally, users are welcome to submit their own pet designs for review, or commission a site artist for customs. Among many features, including crafting, recipes, weather, interspecies “critters,” and readable books, you can also choose a professional “path” which uniquely effects your gaming experience. Dress up your human avatar, fetch a trusty companion, and embark on the adventure of a lifetime…
Fanterra awaits!
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THE PETS
As part of our very special first release, we are giving you a sneak peek of 6 (out of 22) pets! Over the coming weeks, we will be gradually revealing the rest.
Without further ado, cats:
And dogs:
(Among many other breeds you might find in Fanterra!) And with a wide array of accessories, your pet can be the ultimate diva.😉
COMPANIONS
Companions in Fanterra are mixes of species from Earth. Below you will find a hedgehog-fox, a tiger-jellyfish, and a chameleon-owl. We can’t wait to show you the rest! 😉
UPDATE 5/29:
Here's more!
HUMAN AVATARS
We’re especially excited about these beautiful avatars; with 3 body types – masculine, feminine, and androgynous.
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I hope you all enjoyed this sneak peek! We are so excited to roll out more updates for you in the coming weeks.
If you’d like even more behind-the-scenes fun, consider joining our Discord. You can also follow us on social media:
Discord: PM me for link.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/figmentpet
Tumblr: https://figmentpet.tumblr.com/
