Mana Mode
Thoughts, guides and reflections from a casual gamer
A relaxed space for RPGs, JRPGs, and playing games without pressure.
Latest from the Journey
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Quest Log: Casually strolling through Hernand
Today’s session in Crimson Desert felt different. Not in a big, dramatic way but in the pace. Just Moving Through […]
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Quest Log: First Boss, First Liberation; The Quarry
After several shorter sessions, I finally spent some proper time in Crimson Desert around two hours and it felt like a […]
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Quest Log: First Bounty Claimed and Challenged to a Duel
Another short session in Crimson Desert. A First Step Into Bounty Hunting During this session, I claimed my first bounty. […]
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Best JRPGs for Beginners (Start Your First Adventure the Right Way)
Getting into JRPGs can feel overwhelming. Long playtimes, complex systems, and decades of history can make it hard to know […]
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Crimson Desert Quest Log 4: Returning to Hernand
Another short return to Crimson Desert but one that felt like a clear step forward. Back to Hernand This session […]
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Quest Log 3: A Town Worth Slowing Down For
Today’s return to Crimson Desert: It was another short session around 30 minutes but it might have been my favourite […]
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