Visual Representations of Musical Geniuses
In the grim and unforgiving world of the Heart, a new calling has emerged - the Artist. Created by game designer Grant Howitt, the Artist represents the creative and tragic figure who uses art as a means of expression amidst the darkness.
The Artist embodies a person leading an impossibly interesting life out of spite. Their actions are unpredictable, ranging from capriciously accepting terrible jobs to pushing someone into despair, all in the name of creating something unique. The Artist's phrase, "I'm a messy bitch who lives for drama," perfectly encapsulates their chaotic and dramatic nature.
The Artist's craft involves finding interesting art materials and using them to create thought-provoking pieces. Their work is not for the faint-hearted, as it often includes elements of danger, psychedelic trips, and even destruction of their own creations to prove a point. Some of the Artist's more extreme actions can lead to a ramble in meat hell, a place where the consequences of their actions are truly felt.
However, the Artist is not just about causing chaos. They also take on an apprentice, nurturing the next generation of creatives in the Heart. Their portraits can incorporate valuable items, making them both a source of beauty and wealth.
The addition of the Artist calling was a deliberate move by Howitt to provide the denizens of the Heart with something to do other than survival. It serves as a testament to the creativity and resilience of the inhabitants, despite their difficult environment. The Artist calling ties in with the Witness class, adding a new layer of depth to both callings.
As the first calling being sketched out, the Artist sets the tone for the game's unique blend of creativity, torment, and chaos. The Artist's focus is on creating interesting catastrophes, balancing between "interesting catastrophe" and "oh this fuckin guy again."
The Heart game is currently expanding with the addition of three new classes - Witness, Blightborn, and Crawler. The Ways and Means developer blog series, where the Heart game is being developed, is currently running a crowdfunding campaign to help bring these new classes to life.
Join the Heart game and become the Artist, a symbol of creativity and torment in a world where survival is the norm. Embrace the chaos, create your masterpiece, and live for the drama.
The Artist's creations, showcased on social media, often stir a buzz of entertainment for the denizens of the Heart. Their unconventional performances, charged with danger and drama, have cultivated a devoted online following.
Meanwhile, the Artist's apprentice, perhaps streaming their mentor's studio sessions on various entertainment platforms, provides an insightful look into the creative process behind the elaborate spectacles.
