Mirthwood

Welcome to Mirthwood

Step into a vibrant medieval world where your choices shape your destiny. Mirthwood combines deep life simulation with RPG elements, allowing you to build your legacy through trade, warfare, and social interactions in a fully simulated, breathing world.

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What is Mirthwood?

Mirthwood is an immersive medieval life simulation RPG that combines the charm of Stardew Valley with deeper strategic elements. Set in a richly detailed medieval world, players can forge their own path through trading, farming, combat, and social interactions, all while influencing a dynamic, living environment.

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Medieval Life Sim

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Strategic Combat

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Deep Economy

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Social Interactions

Features of Mirthwood

Living World

Experience a fully simulated medieval world where NPCs lead their own lives and the economy responds to player actions.

Strategic Combat

Engage in realistic medieval combat scenarios with a focus on strategy and tactics.

Deep Economy

Build your wealth through trading, farming, and other economic activities in a dynamic, living world.

Social Interactions

Interact with NPCs and other players to build relationships and influence the world around you.

How to Play Mirthwood

Unlike typical farming simulators, Mirthwood offers a challenging and sometimes dangerous medieval experience. Here's what you need to know to survive and thrive.

Essential Resources

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Money Management

Start earning by selling pelts and copper bars. Money will be tight early on - spend wisely!

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Iron Locations

Find valuable iron deposits on the northern and southern edges of the map. Essential for crafting.

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Feather Trading

Visit the hut east of the city to trade feathers for skill slots and equipment space.

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Survival Tactics

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Combat Awareness

Stay mobile in combat and aim for backstabs. If overwhelmed, retreat to settlements where NPCs will help.

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Persistent Enemies

Monsters will chase you relentlessly and remain where you last encountered them - even at your camp!

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Food Preparation

Always carry food and cook meals for better saturation. Dying costs money - stay well-fed!

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Safe Havens

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Camp Systems

Utilize camps for beds, cooking fires, and fast travel between regions. The game will notify you of new camps.

Navigation

Remember: Mirthwood is a challenging world where preparation and caution are key to survival. Start small, learn the mechanics, and gradually expand your influence in this medieval realm.

Character Creation & NPCs

In Mirthwood, you are free to create your own unique character and forge your path in the medieval world. Interact with dynamic NPCs, build relationships, and write your own story.

Character Creation Interface

Extensive Customization

Create your unique medieval persona with detailed customization options

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Appearance

  • Gender Selection
  • Facial Features
  • Hairstyles
  • Skin Tones
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Clothing

  • Medieval Attire
  • Armor Styles
  • Accessories
  • Color Options
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Starting Skills

  • Combat
  • Trading
  • Farming
  • Crafting

Dynamic NPC System

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Townspeople

Each NPC leads a unique life with their own schedule, personality, and story to discover.

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Romance Options

Build relationships with eligible NPCs, each with their own preferences and courtship events.

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Merchants

Trade with dynamic merchants whose prices reflect the game's living economy.

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Quest Givers

Engage with NPCs who offer unique quests and opportunities for adventure.

Your Story, Your Choice

In Mirthwood, your character's story is shaped by your choices and actions. There are no predetermined paths or character backgrounds - your journey is truly your own to create. Build relationships, develop skills, and leave your mark on this living medieval world.

What Players Say About Mirthwood

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"The depth of simulation is incredible! Love how every NPC has their own life and routine. It really feels like a living, breathing medieval world."

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Maria S.

"Perfect balance of challenge and fun. The different characters make each race unique, and the levels are really well designed."

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James L.

"Great competitive gameplay! The ranking system keeps me coming back for more. Love trying to beat my personal records."

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of game is Mirthwood?
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Mirthwood is an immersive medieval life simulation RPG. Unlike typical cozy farming simulators, it offers a more challenging experience with deep strategic elements, real-time combat, and a fully simulated world.
What can I do in Mirthwood?
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You can build a homestead, farm crops, rear animals, engage in trade, explore six diverse regions and three distinct towns, fight in real-time combat, embark on quests, and develop relationships with NPCs. The game offers complete freedom in how you choose to play.
How does character creation work?
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Instead of preset characters, Mirthwood offers extensive customization options. You can choose your character's appearance, clothing, and initial skills. Your character's story and development are shaped entirely by your choices and actions in the game.
Is the game difficult for beginners?
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Yes, Mirthwood can be challenging at first. Money is tight early on, enemies can be dangerous, and survival requires careful planning. However, the game provides various systems like camps and cooking to help you survive, and NPCs in settlements will help fight off monsters.
How does the combat system work?
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Combat is real-time and requires strategic movement. You can use swords or bows, and it's important to stay mobile and try to attack enemies from behind. If enemies are too strong, you can retreat to settlements where NPCs will help defend you.
What makes the world of Mirthwood special?
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Mirthwood features a rich, fully realized world with gorgeous hand-drawn graphics and an original musical score. The world is truly dynamic - NPCs have their own lives and routines, the economy responds to player actions, and your choices influence how the world develops.
How do relationships work in the game?
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You can meet and befriend (or insult) any NPC in the game. As relationships grow, you unlock new social interactions. NPCs have their own personalities, schedules, and preferences, making each relationship unique and meaningful.
What should I focus on when starting the game?
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Early game priorities should include: earning money by selling pelts and copper bars, finding iron deposits on the map edges, always carrying food (preferably cooked), and utilizing camps for safe rest and fast travel. Visit the hut east of the city to trade feathers for valuable upgrades.