In the epic world of Aveum, players embark on a thrilling journey as Jak, an unlikely Magnus endowed with extraordinary magical abilities. The Everwar, an unending conflict for the control of magic, sets the stage for Jak’s adventure as he uncovers the secrets of Aveum and endeavors to save the realms. Immortals of Aveum offers a rich gameplay experience where players can wield magic, customize their loadout, and engage in intense battles.
The Magic of Aveum
Magic in Aveum manifests in three distinct forms: Blue force magic, Red chaos magic, and Green life magic. While most Magni possess the ability to manipulate only one color of magic, Jak, as a Triarch, possesses the rare talent to harness all three types. Each form of magic has unique characteristics and applications within the game world.
Sigils: Channeling Magic’s Power
The primary tool at a Magnus’s disposal is the Sigil, a device that focuses and controls magic to unleash devastating attacks. Immortals of Aveum features unique sigils for each color of magic, each offering three variations. These sigil variants possess different attributes, including spell type, rate of fire, damage output, range, and ammo capacity. The colors of magic correspond to specific combat styles:
- Red Sigils: Suited for close-quarters combat and explosive attacks.
- Blue Sigils: Deliver precise, long-range bolt-based spells.
- Green Sigils: Ideal for mobile combat, these sigils provide rapid-fire armaments.
Players can freely experiment with various sigils, choosing the ones that best complement their preferred playstyle. Additionally, sigils can be upgraded at the Forge, enabling players to enhance their power and effectiveness throughout their journey.
Spells and Combos: Unleashing Destruction
To unleash formidable attacks, players can combine different spells strategically. Certain combinations, such as igniting Green magic Limpets with Red magic, yield powerful results. Moreover, specific types of magic are more effective against certain enemies. Players should pay attention to the enemies’ magical affinities and select the appropriate magic type to overcome their defenses.
Strikes: Primary Offensive Abilities
Each color of magic provides Magnus with three Strike spells, serving as their primary offensive arsenal. These strikes can be combined with Fury and Control spells to create deadly combinations. Here are the Strike spells for each color of magic:
Red Strike Spells
- Breachfire: Releases multiple wide bursts of magic.
- Burstfire: Launches a cannonball that detonates after a short distance.
- Fragfire: Casts a single, wide burst that staggers enemies at close range or propels them.
Blue Strike Spells
- Shrikebolt: Fires long-range bolts with precision.
- Arclight: Emits a beam that pierces all enemies in its path.
- Javelin: Releases a long-range spear that can be charged up for increased damage.
Green Strike Spells
- Seekershards: Launches volleys of small homing missiles that track targets.
- Stormshards: Fires swarms of homing projectiles suitable for run-and-gun playstyles, at the cost of accuracy.
- Maelstrom: Rapidly fires a volley that becomes increasingly accurate with sustained fire but slows movement speed.
Furies: Unleashing Devastation
Furies represent immensely powerful spells that surpass the capabilities of sigils. These attacks require Fury Mana, a limited yet replenishable resource, to be unleashed. Fury Mana is typically restored by collecting mana crystals dropped by enemies or found in chests. Players can also explore skill tree progression options to discover additional methods of mana restoration, such as gradual regeneration over time.
Augments: Magic
Augments in Immortals of Aveum offer a unique aspect of magic that extends beyond destructive capabilities. Magic is seamlessly integrated into the world of Aveum, allowing players to interact with their surroundings in extraordinary ways. Augments are spells designed specifically for this purpose, enabling players to perform remarkable feats such as hovering across wide openings, leaping across great distances, and restoring corrupted areas of the land as they traverse the game world.
Augments also play a crucial role in puzzle-solving and exploration. Players can manipulate objects, reshape the environment to overcome obstacles like chasms, and uncover hidden secrets. Furthermore, when the need arises for defensive measures, players can conjure a magical shield that provides protection while still allowing them to retaliate against adversaries.
Control Spells: Manipulating the World and Enemies
When magic is channeled into a totem—an object of power attuned to one of the three colors of magic—a Magnus gains the ability to manipulate both the environment and their enemies. Control spells grant players the power to influence the battlefield in unprecedented ways. Some examples of Control spells include:
- Limpets: Slows down enemies and objects, providing tactical advantages.
- Lash: Pulls enemies closer, allowing for strategic positioning or disrupting enemy formations.
- Disrupt Lens: Emits a precision beam that stuns enemies, creating opportunities for decisive action.
Dominion Spell: Unleashing Unparalleled Destruction
As a last resort when all else fails, players can unleash their ultimate attack—the Dominion spell called Immolate. By harnessing the combined power of all three colors of magic, Jak and other Triarchs can channel an annihilating beam capable of obliterating legions of enemies or overpowering even the most formidable foes.
Progression: Enhancing Abilities and Gear
Immortals of Aveum provides players with various avenues for progression. Alongside upgrading their sigils, players can unlock and utilize a diverse array of spells and talents. The game offers a talent tree with 25 spells and over 80 talents to unlock. Each branch of the talent tree primarily focuses on one of the three colors of magic, encouraging players to experiment and find their optimal playstyle.
Additionally, players can reallocate their talent points by visiting a Forge, allowing for flexibility and adaptation to different challenges. At the Forge, players can also purchase and upgrade numerous unique items, including Sigils, Totems, Rings, and Bracers. Equipping the right gear is crucial as it provides specific stat boosts, significantly impacting the effectiveness and power of the player’s build. Experimentation with different combinations of gear and talents empowers players to customize their magic and adapt to various combat scenarios.
Exploring the Vast Realms of Aveum
Immortals of Aveum presents a sprawling world teeming with twelve unique biomes. Players will traverse not only the vibrant landscapes and ancient ruins but also encounter bustling hubs where they can interact with NPCs, embark on missions, and refine their gear at the Forge. However, Aveum is not without its perils. From Rashanian troops to predatory beasts, danger lurks in every corner.
Central to the game’s narrative is the Wound—a formless and expanding void that divides the land. It poses an ever-present threat, constantly encroaching and consuming more of Aveum. Beyond the Wound lies Rasharn, a prosperous kingdom and Lucium’s archenemy. Led by the tyrant Sandrakk, the armies of Rasharn have ravaged the world, conquering all in their path. The Order of the Immortals fights alongside Lucium, standing against the relentless advance of Rasharn.
As players join the ranks of the Immortals, they will form alliances, encounter diverse characters with their own agendas, and undertake a perilous quest to save Avem from the clutches of tyranny. Grand Magnus Kirkan, alongside brave warriors like Devyn and Zendara, will guide players through this epic battle for freedom and the fate of all the free peoples of Aveum.
In Immortals of Aveum, players will immerse themselves in a world of magic, strategic combat, and exploration. With the ability to harness multiple forms of magic, wield powerful sigils, unleash devastating spells, and customize their playstyle through talents and gear, players will embark on a thrilling adventure filled with challenges and triumphs.
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Microsoft Windows
