Ratkin Scenario: Snowstorm Orphan
"Though I have gained much over the past decade, I shall never recover my vague past and forgotten memories."
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This mod is dependent on [OA] Ratkin Gene Expansion. It features a near-complete remake and overhaul of the original baseline scenario *Snowstorm Orphan*, including but not limited to the following additions and revisions:
- Dozens of unique blizzard-themed events
- Multiple new global world events
- Brand-new weather effects and environmental hazards
- Overhauled blizzard visual effects and custom overlay layers
- Exclusive blizzard-related functional buildings
- New Ratkin-exclusive weapons and apparel, craftable post-ending completion
- New unique plant: Snowstorm Crystal Tree, a cross-save memento unlockable after beating the scenario
- Extensive balance optimizations and adjustments for the original baseline Snowstorm Orphan
- New raid types and deadlier foes that thrive within blizzard conditions
- Exclusive endgame quest added: Long Road Home
This mod features moderately high difficulty. Prepare accordingly before selecting this scenario, especially when spawning in tundra, ice sheets, or high-latitude freezing biomes.
All custom C# (DLL) code for this MOD is open-sourced on GitHub. You may click the badge below or copy the link to access the repository:
GitHub Repository Link: https://github.com/IdealNightOcean/OberoniaAureaGene
Q&A:
Q: Can I add this mod mid-playthrough?
A: It will only affect saves using the original baseline *Snowstorm Orphan* scenario. No interference with other save files, as nearly all mod changes are confined to its custom scenario.
Q: Will post-clearance bonus content remain if I uninstall and reinstall the mod?
A: Unlockable content will function normally, though this practice is not recommended.
Q: I don't want to use the custom scenario, but wish to experience blizzard mechanics. What should I do?
A: Blizzards will not spawn naturally. Manually enable periodic "Sudden Temperature Drop" events in scenario settings to trigger blizzard content; all other blizzard-related mechanics follow this rule.
Q: Is CE compatible?
A: Ask again and face execution.
Q: Can I continue old saves from the original baseline Snowstorm Orphan?
A: No compatibility whatsoever. Beyond sharing the same name, the two versions are entirely distinct in content.
Q: What content is accessible without using the custom scenario?
A: Post-clearance unlocks: Snowstorm Crystal Tree, new Ratkin weapons and apparel.
Q: How difficult is this scenario?
A: Difficulty scales with starting biome. Not recommended for new players with under 20 hours of RimWorld gameplay.
Q: Can I still complete the ending if my starting protagonist dies?
A: Before unlocking the final quest: End content cannot be unlocked; the protagonist must be resurrected.
After triggering the final quest: The quest map cannot be accessed without the protagonist.
Upon entering the quest map: Instant quest failure if the protagonist perishes.
Q: Can I keep playing after finishing the ending?
A: Full post-ending gameplay is supported. The protagonist gains a permanent mood buff upon completion. You can theoretically clear all three major endings: Ratkin Scenario Expansion, Ratkin Anomaly Expansion, and the vanilla core storyline.
Q: Are there any unavoidable instant-death encounters?
A: Challenging early-game hurdles exist, with no forced instant-kill mechanics. Proper preparation is advised.
Q: What is the optimal play environment?
A: A near-vanilla modded setup, starting in cold tundra or ice sheet plains.
Development Team:
Design & Lore: 默与孤
DLL Programming: 夜海
XML Patching: 夜海, 默与孤
Art & Visuals: 焕滅Leven、单轨猫
Writing & Copy: 默与孤
BGM Adjustment: 工二二丁
Original Music Credits: Claude Debussy - Clair de Lune, Frédéric Chopin - Waltz in A-flat Major (L'Adieu), Ludovico Einaudi - Days, Franz Liszt - Dreams of Love
VFX & Visual Effects: 夜海
Translation: DeepSeek, Baidu Translate
Special Thanks: All supporters, 默与孤
OA Ratkin Expansion Series
Mod Name & Link
Mod Description
[OA]Ratkin Faction: Oberonia aurea
Adds the grand Oberonia Aurea imperial faction with exclusive buildings, apparel, weaponry, unique diplomatic mechanics and custom events. Serves as the core foundation of the entire OA Ratkin Expansion series.
[OA]Ratkin Gene Expand
Overhauls the Ratkin genetic system, featuring ten new gene categories, over thirty unique genes, three exclusive Ratkin sub-factions and tailored events. Includes balance fixes for growth mechanics, nearsightedness, sculpting pods and numerical values.
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[OA] Ratkin Faction Expansion: Knight Order (Upcoming Major Project)
Introduces a core vassal faction system for Ratkin, featuring faction research, outpost construction, knight order halls and abundant interactive content to flesh out underdeveloped Ratkin faction lore. Overall content scale matches Oberonia Aurea, with official development scheduled to begin within one month.
This is a large-scale project. I would be deeply grateful for any form of support, including advocacy, promotion, code contribution, art assets, localization, translation or donations.
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"The blizzard ends at last; the long road calls home."
