Pool Regeneration and Management Overview

Training the Pools

General Training Framework

Primary Stat Improvement: Players improve the primary stat for a pool through dedicated in-game training, either manually or via time-based training.

Manual Training Mechanics:

The player must engage in specific activities that challenge the relevant pool.
Training involves meeting precise thresholds without overexertion (e.g., avoiding a zero pool state).
The number of successful training cycles required equals the current stat value of the attribute.

Stamina Training

Primary Stat: Endurance
Pool: Stamina
Mechanic:

The player must reduce their Stamina Pool to below 10% for at least 30 seconds without depleting it entirely.
Maintain a delicate balance by alternating between walking, running, and sprinting.
To increase Endurance by 1 point:
Complete a number of successful 30-second sessions equal to the current Endurance stat value.
Example: If Endurance = 10, the player must complete 10 sessions to raise it to 11.

Game Feedback:

Visual/audio indicators show when the stamina pool is in the training range.
A progress bar tracks completed training sessions.

Consciousness Training

Primary Stat: Vitality
Pool: Consciousness
Mechanic:

Players engage in combat or take controlled damage while keeping their Consciousness Pool above 10% but below 25% for at least 30 seconds.
This encourages players to take risks in combat or participate in controlled sparring scenarios.

Additional Training Sources:

Use specialized training facilities like combat simulators or sparring with NPCs to reduce risk.
Controlled damage mechanics: Damage from training exercises does not fully deplete the Consciousness Pool, preventing unintended knockouts.

To Increase Vitality:

Complete a number of successful training cycles equal to the current Vitality stat value.

Mana Pool Training

Primary Stat: Mana
Pool: Mana Pool
Mechanic:

Players must drain their Mana Pool to below 10% and maintain that range for 30 seconds without hitting zero.
Casting small, controlled spells is key to maintaining the balance, as overexertion leads to mana burnout.

Additional Training Sources:

Practice low-cost magical abilities repeatedly.
Specialized magic trainers or focus challenges can provide more structured training opportunities.

To Increase Mana:

Complete a number of successful training cycles equal to the current Mana stat value.

Alternative Time-Based Training

For players who cannot or do not wish to manually train:

Dedicate game time (e.g., a few in-game hours or a full day) to focused training.
Training requires a payment for access to facilities, NPC trainers, or gear.
Yields incremental stat improvements (e.g., 1-2 points) after sustained effort.

Training as a Resource Trade-Off

Training introduces meaningful trade-offs:

Time Investment: Training pools detracts from time for jobs, studying, or social interactions.
Resource Management: Players balance stamina, mana, and consciousness for sustained training.
Progression Choice: The player decides between improving their stats for future gameplay or focusing on immediate survival and debt repayment.