👑 House Toras: Rulers of Rizia 🏰

Meet House Toras, the reigning family of Rizia and the mightiest of the country's royal houses. With a rich history dating back to Valgish prince Heinrich Toras, who married the Marquise of Monqiz in the 1100s, they've maintained their stronghold over Monqiz through generations.

Through strategic intermarriages with the Valgish Empire, they extended their domination to include Valenqiris, and in 1810, Duke Willem Toras secured their seat on the throne through his union with Ariana Rubaz, leading to the War of Rizian Succession.



House Toras has since held the prestigious title of Duke of Valenqiris and, for four generations, controlled Porte Drazon. Their leadership extends to the governorship of Iza, acquired after the uprising of 1926, supported by the majority of loyal Rizians.

Their wealth flows from diverse sources, including the Port of Monqiz, fertile agricultural lands, flourishing vineyards, and a stake in the Rizian Oil and Gas company. 🚢🍇💰

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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Citizens of the Suzerainverse,

As leaves start to change and the political landscape shifts, we're here to keep you updated on all the developments in Torpor Games. Embrace the crisp air and orange trees, dear citizens, the September Broadcast has arrived!

The past month has been an exciting journey for our team, culminating in the wrapping up of the final design elements for Rizia and paving the way for substantial iterations of our innovative mechanics, with "Royal Decrees" and the Suzerain to the Kingdom of Rizia DLC save transfer design reveal taking the spotlight.



September also offered us avenues to expand our perspectives through various external engagements. Our presence at the Blon Animation and Games Festival not only allowed us to connect with ardent Suzerain fans but also infused us with fresh energy and feedback, propelling our developmental endeavors further.

Moreover, engaging with government officials at a conference in Rome opened up enlightening discussions about the broader potentials and implications of our game, exploring its aptitude to navigate the complexities of political and societal simulations.



In a pivotal moment, our first Rizia livestream was unveiled in September, providing a sneak peek into the game’s introductory segments and our new innovative mechanic, the Royal Decrees. The overwhelmingly positive reception of the Rizia OST and the freshly revealed character art during the live stream has greatly boosted our team. As we plunge into the final sprints for our music and art pipelines, we're weaving together the visual and auditory elements that promise to immerse players into our meticulously crafted DLC.

To catch the Livestream Rizia Q&A, click here.

A heartfelt welcome is extended to our newest team member Laurence, who has seamlessly integrated into our team, contributing towards pushing the new mechanic to completion. As we navigate through finalizing storylines and refining existing content, your steadfast support and belief in our crafted universe fortify our resolve. The convergence of strategy, narrative, and player agency into a compelling experience is unfolding, and we eagerly anticipate sharing the evolving tapestry of Rizia with you in the subsequent months.



We also have news in our gaming community this month! As a company deeply committed to creating a welcoming and secure environment for all, we've taken a step forward by selecting new moderators who share our values and vision.

In our pursuit of making our community an even better place, we initiated a survey to identify individuals who could be entrusted with this important role. After thorough examination and consideration, we're thrilled to introduce you to our four new deputy moderators, who will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and warmth of our community.

These moderators come from diverse backgrounds, hailing from various parts of the globe. We've strategically chosen moderators residing in America, Europe, and Asia to ensure we have nearly round-the-clock coverage across different time zones.

So, let's extend a warm and enthusiastic welcome to our new deputy moderators:

• ames8301 - America
  
• farmerjoe3 - Asia
  
• marrum - Europe

They all have demonstrated their commitment to our community's values, and we're excited to have them on board as we continue to grow and foster a culture of exchange, care, and friendship within our world. And stay tuned, these new deputies will hold a Q&A on Discord next Monday, 16th of October.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

Now. Let's take a moment to celebrate the incredible creativity within our community! In September, we wanted to add more depth and richness to our universe and organized a flag contest for our two new countries, Confederacy of Yarktralis and Federation of Anrakan Isles.

We reached out to our talented community members, inviting them to design flags representing the spirit and identity of these new nations. The response was really good, with a lot of stunning propositions.

After careful deliberation with our team, we have identified the top four flag designs for each of these new countries. We cordially invite you to participate in the final voting phase through our designated channels.

Cast your vote for your favorite flag design in each country! React to the flag you want to vote for in the respective channels.

• yarktralis-flagcontest
  
• anraka-flagcontest

You can also click HERE to vote for you favorite flag! 

We will announce the winner in 7 days. The winning flag designs will become a part of our game's world. Winners will also join the "Artist of Sordland" Discord role community. Your talent will be celebrated and shared with fellow artists and fans.



Before we go, a community member Ekozeko from our Suzerain Universe subreddit created this beautiful regional map of Sordland in Papers Please visual style.

Glory to Indies!

This is it for now! Rendez-vous at the end of the month for very special news, we will reveal a new mechanic!

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are updating the game with a small hotfix addressing some minor issues.

Hotfix 2.0.6

(26/09/2023)

The hotfix is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Fixed condition error causing duplicate responses in Gasom scene
  
• Fixed Chapter IV achievement trigger
  
• Fixed wrong condition content about a comment regarding the governor of Bergia
  
• Fixed wrong border reinforcement construction instruction
  
• Added condition checks for two repeatable choices in the Bergia meeting
  
• Added missing reservist variable change to ensure they are exclusive
  
• Some lore naming fixes to something related to Rizia
  
• Fixed budget meeting skipping additional advice questions
  
• Fixed several misc scene issues and typos

Dear citizens of the Suzerainverse,

Join us again on Wednesday 20th of September 7 pm to 8 pm CET (Steam, Twitch & YouTube) for an exclusive live stream where we will show a work-in-progress snippet from the start of the game, take questions, and talk about some new features! :crown:

Find the stream on the date go to these links:

• Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/torporgames
  
• Youtube: https://www.twitch.tv/torporgames

Don't forget to wishlist Kingdom of Rizia now to stay in the loop and be among the first to explore this exciting new addition to the game.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

Let's embark on this journey together, and remember to save the date - September 20th for our exclusive live stream. Your kingdom awaits!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

Exciting news, citizens of the Suzerainverse! 🎉

Mark your calendars and clear your schedules because we have some nice updates coming your way!

Starting today, we're celebrating the Fellow Traveller Publisher Sale with a royal treat just for you - a 70% discount on our acclaimed political simulation game Suzerain and enjoy our first massive overhaul, the 2.0 "Amendment" update! 🤩

➡️ Take me to the Publisher Sale ⬅️

But that's not all! Join us again on Wednesday 20th of September 7 pm to 8 pm CET (Steam, Twitch & Youtube) for an exclusive live stream where we will show a work-in-progress snippet from the start of the game, take questions, and talk about some new features! 👑

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

Don't forget to wishlist Kingdom of Rizia now to stay in the loop and be among the first to explore this exciting new addition to the game. Your kingdom awaits! 🌟

There are plenty more Fellow Traveller titles on sale to choose from - so whether you're looking for something new, a bargain, some cool soundtracks and bundles, or even something to play on Steam Deck, we're sure to have something just for you.

• Wander Stars: Follow the story of Ringo and Wolfe as they join forces to collect the pieces of the Wanderstar Map in this turn-based RPG with roguelite elements! Use words to create your own fighting techniques, befriend your rivals, and explore the universe in an adventure inspired by 90s anime.
  
• Scrabdackle: As a novice wizard, discover the intricate world of Scrabdackle and experience the impact wizardkind has unknowingly had upon it. Scrabdackle is a hand-drawn, non-linear adventure with a vast, intricate overworld, tight and responsive combat, cheeky banter, and pages of lore to discover.
  
• Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo: A 3D adventure where you play as Kulebra, a dead snake with a heart of gold that wakes up in Limbo. Use your wits and keen eye to gather clues from the residents and find items that will help uncover the mystery of Limbo and its curse that traps souls into repeating the same day on loop.

So get exploring and grab some great narrative games!

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Dear citizens of the Suzerainverse,

In the midst of a sun-kissed landscape and the embrace of summer's gentle breeze, we extend a heartfelt welcome to every one of you. As devoted citizens, you are cordially invited to the fresh August Broadcast!

At Torpor Games, we are happy to bring you a glimpse of what's in store as we prepare to launch our much-anticipated premium DLC, "The Kingdom of Rizia," at the end of this year.

Our Vision:

Dive deeper into the intricacies of the Suzerain Universe, offering players an entirely new lens to understand and reshape the world through the eyes of King Romus Toras of Rizia. Our vision is to expand the narrative horizons of the Suzerain experience, providing a fresh yet familiar tapestry of political intrigue, diplomacy, and choices that mold a nation. Through Rizia, we aspire to craft multifaceted endings, each one a testament to the diversity of choices and paths available within this experience. Our focus remains unwavering: to generate political narratives that pivot around nations and their leaders at potentially transformative moments in the Suzerain Universe's history.

Our Mission:

Our mission with The Kingdom of Rizia DLC is multi-fold:

• To provide players with a nuanced experience that stands distinct from the base game of Suzerain, offering both familiarity and newness in the Rizian storyline.
  
• Prioritize geopolitics and diplomacy as the focal points of the gameplay, weaving secondary narratives around the inner workings and challenges of the Rizian nation.
  
• Explore topics, decisions, and storytelling avenues we yearned to introduce in Suzerain, pushing the boundaries of our narrative design in novel directions.
  
• Acknowledging our journey, the Rizia DLC has been crafted over 1.5 years – a more compact timeline compared to Suzerain's 4.5-year development. Thus, while the game offers a condensed experience, it bursts with unique storylines and perspectives that are distinct from our initial offering.
  
• Embrace a multi-ending approach, empowering players to express and navigate their story within the set boundaries of the Rizia experience.
  
• The Kingdom of Rizia is not just an addition to our universe; it's a critical pillar in our 2. x strategy for Suzerain. Its reception and impact will significantly shape our future endeavors in this universe.
  
• Post-launch, we pledge to offer dedicated support to Rizia, ensuring the gameplay remains dynamic and engaging.
  
• Lastly, our tales in Rizia and Sordland are loosely connected. Stay tuned for upcoming insights on how these narratives echo, contrast, and coalesce in our ever-expanding Suzerain Universe.

With The Kingdom of Rizia DLC, we invite you on a journey to rule, decide, and leave an indelible mark on the pages of history. Together, let's discover the destiny of Rizia.



We stand humbled and delighted as we reflect upon the journey of Suzerain 2.0 "Amendment" update since its recent release. In only two weeks, the warmth of your response has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we're thrilled to share some statistics with you:

In the two weeks following the launch of 2.0:

Over 50,000 players embarked: With gratitude, we thank the 50,000+ players who've embraced Suzerain 2.0. We are grateful for the demonstration of your support and curiosity.

Web of connectivity: Our website witnessed 20k visits, and our codex got 135k clicks, spreading our vision far and wide.

Thriving communities: Our digital communities have flourished! Our Reddit community has blossomed to 10k members, while our Discord server boasts an active 4.2k members, sparking vibrant and engaging discussions.

Gateway to exploration: Our Steam page welcomed an astounding 2 million visitors, with nearly 70% of them discovering Torpor Games for the first time.

Resonating voices: The heartwarming echo of your voices resonates in the form of nearly 5,000 Steam positive reviews (and around 300 negatives). It provided invaluable insights for our ongoing journey.

A tale of dedication: While we came close to breaking the concurrent player record set at launch in 2020 (1090 players), your dedication shines brightly. For 2.0, 1058 players united in Suzerain's world at the same time. We also had a total of 4743 players on August 1st, against 3760 on December 8th, 2020, an achievement we celebrate together.

Continued support: We're thrilled to announce that our Vulpitzer item has been purchased 1400 times! This significant milestone energizes us to further enhance our offerings.




With gratitude, we thank each of you who have contributed to this success. Your support nourishes our commitment to constant improvement, ensuring Suzerain's continued excellence.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2435940/Suzerain_Support_the_Developers__Vulpitzer_Award/

A warm welcome to our "Vulpitzer Award." This unique item is available and it's something we're incredibly excited about.

By acquiring the "Vulpitzer Award," you do more than just enhance your virtual space. It’s the best way to support all the work that goes on behind the scenes. It is helping us to continue delivering high-quality updates, engaging narratives, and immersive gameplay in the future.

We deeply appreciate your ongoing support, and it's thanks to players like you that we can keep pushing our limits in the game creation journey. So, if you're eager about what Torpor Games has in store for the future and want to play a part in making it happen, the "Vulpitzer Award" is a beautiful way to do that.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2352340/Suzerain_Kingdom_of_Rizia/

As you know, our highly anticipated premium DLC, "Kingdom Of Rizia," will make its grand entrance at the end of the year.

Get ready to dive into the realm of Rizia where a new nation awaits your reign. Step into the shoes of King Romus, with new challenges to conquer and captivating stories, "Kingdom Of Rizia" promises to be an unforgettable addition to your political gaming experience. Please note that the Kingdom of Rizia DLC will offer a shorter gameplay experience than Suzerain, due to the nature of DLCs and shorter development timelines. We aspire to develop additional DLCs following Rizia, and we're already in the process of conceptualizing the next one.

On the week of the 18th of September, we will be part of the Fellow Traveller Publisher Sales and we will stream some early footage from Rizia, Don't miss it! (more info will come soon)

Make sure to wishlist "Kingdom Of Rizia" now, and be among the first to embark on this exciting new chapter.

In August, we had the chance to team up for a video with the great Kaiser Cat Cinema channel. From day one, we felt connected to their work, and we are delighted to do this collaboration. Their content, animations, and voice-over have always stood out, and we're honored to join forces with them. Also, some of our developers played the mod Kaiserreich. It hasn't only added depth to our team's creative journey but also aligned with our passion for innovative narratives.

You can watch the video here:

We did a team picture for the occasion :)


This month, our team members, Ata, Ilke, and Ozgun, had the opportunity to attend the renowned Gamescom event in Cologne. They went deep into the world of gaming, meeting industry professionals, showcasing Torpor Games, and discovering exciting new titles. The experience at Gamescom was precious, we learned a lot, and we're thrilled to have been a part of such a vibrant gaming community.


Speaking of new countries..., dear citizens... We're excited to announce a unique opportunity for you to directly influence our game's world. Introducing the Flag Contest for the Confederacy of Yarktralis and the Federation of Anrakan Isles!

Here's how it works:

• Explore the stories and backgrounds of these two new countries by following the links: Confederacy of Yarktralis and Federation of Anrakan Isles
  
• Dive into your creative spirit and design a flag that carries the essence of each nation.
  
• Upload your creations on our Discord fan art channel before the October 5th deadline.
  
• Remember to save your Vector source files, as we need them to incorporate your flags into the game after the contest ends.

And after that:

• Our team will assess all submissions and select the top 5 flags for each country.
  
• These chosen designs will be posted on a new Discord channel (yarktralis-flagcontest, anraka-flagcontest) and you will be able to see them.
  
• Every reaction your designs receive – will be counted as a vote for your favorite flag.
  
• We will announce the winner about one month later, in the October Broadcast.
  
• The winning flag designs will become a part of our game's world. Winners will also join the "Artist of Sordland" Discord role community. Your talent will be celebrated and shared with fellow artists and fans.

Here is some fan art from our community!

Art by GNA Speaker Blake

And before we go, here's a little secret to take with you... The cover images we've been sharing for the past few months are actually glimpses from... "The Kingdom Of Rizia"!

Stay tuned for more updates!

Glovurius axa Rizia!

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Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are updating the game with a small hotfix addressing some broken ending issues and some other problems.

Hotfix 2.0.5

(29/08/2023)

The update is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.

Content and Balancing

• Updated Immediate BFF Threat triggers
  
• Added more Alphonso Gasom deal bonus points and clearer negative path deal rejection
  
• Improved Gasom late scene links to workers benefits and added more flexibility

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Fixed a missing branch unlock for Serge Pocket Watch collectible
  
• Added some additional conditions for human rights situation update
  
• Fixed wrong conditions for exile leave now ending now bypasses election speech correctly
  
• Added some missing censorship conditions to debate and congress scenes
  
• Attempted fix for BFF Dam achievement trigger
  
• Fixed duplicate condition error for Bergia Zone newspaper
  
• Fixed wrong appearances in debate scene with condition corrections
  
• Improved wording of some situations
  
• Fixed some wrong conditions for a few epilogue endings regarding Monica
  
• Fixed several misc scene issues and typos

Dear Suzerain Universe fans,

We are pushing our first minor update after our successful 2.0 launch.

Patch 2.0.4

(18/08/2023)

The update is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.

Content and Balancing

• Increased the difficulty of election win calculation
  
• Updated Bludish opinion and unrest balancing slightly
  
• Added more nuance to the new world lore with new articles and edits
  
• Added Walker Plan and Arcasian Dream codex articles
  
• Removed budget constraints on presidential decrees
  
• Removed condition constraints on tax reform meeting
  
• Made small improvements to the new scenes and their flow
  
• Adjusted Paskal resignation condition

Audio

• Expanded and created more varied crowd sounds
  
• Added new sound effects across the game
  
• Improved existing sound effects implementation further

UI&UX

• Implemented cycling shortcuts for report, token information and token interaction panels
  
• Added negative UI scaling for a smaller interface scale
  
• Removed status effect screen notifications on tokens
  
• Implemented arrow key navigation for conversations and prologue/epilogue
  
• Implemented past reports (archive) functionality for Journal Panel
  
• Reduced pie chart font sizes to show more details

Visuals & Optimization

• Updated old report panel header assets
  
• V-Sync will be turned on by default
  
• Conducted an optimization pass to improve frame rates across the board
  
• Reduced the visual quality of the low option drastically for lower-end users
  
• Added SSAO option for lower-end devices
  
• Shader optimizations for rendering collection item inspection and outlines

Bug Fixes and Polish

• Broken condition fix for getting wrong game ending after family scene
  
• Corrected some population stats
  
• Adjusted Wehlen war and Bergia condition slightly
  
• Fixed missing resignation condition check for Nia
  
• Close button at center no longer triggers map scrolling
  
• Fixed the possibility of making no change on a panel issue for some
  
• Added check for a Monica dialogue to handle no youth org affiliation
  
• Pushed a fix for corrupted saves that blocked new games from being started
  
• Fixed too fast skips or clicks skipping the decree panel selection
  
• Made an attempted fix for Steam Cloud issues
  
• Fixed broken condition leading to wrong feedback from Alphonso
  
• Improved certain lore word usage consistencies
  
• Fixed some inconsistencies in feedback regarding the trade tariffs
  
• Fixed chess reverse context issues on one branch
  
• Fixed wrong condition in Alvarez talk leading to blocking of trade due to EPA
  
• Fix for Hawker custody question if Hawker is killed
  
• Fixed two achievement triggers
  
• Fixed issues with three collectibles
  
• Improved how certain new story variables are set so they can be checked better
  
• Fixed a few reports with wrong content
  
• Added some more narrative-build up for some scenes
  
• Fixed a few news related issues
  
• Dozens of typos and other misc issues resolved

Dear community members,

We are pushing our second hotfix for the update to tackle the new critical issues we spotted. Please use our Discord bug reporting system and send your files for us to get to issues better and quicker!

Hotfix Patch 2.0.3

(03/08/2023)

The update is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to on-going games.

Bug Fixes and Polish

- Increased sound effects volume slightly
- Updated Nia Morgna resignation triggers
- Fixed an issue related to turn 9 emergency call situation not appearing
- Fixed the reverse compass positioning issue for certain conditions
- Fixed and added a few missing sounds
- Fixed a rare sub-branch about EPA reversal that would not unlock achievement and design integers
- Fixed typos regarding dastnurity
- Fixed a few news related issues
- Fixed wrong character appearing as white box
- Fixed wrong lighter trigger
- Fixed wrong background image in Prologue
- Potential resolution and screen issue fix
- Some other misc typos and fixes

Hello, dear community members.

The 2.0 update has launched with overwhelming success. We have been analyzing the feedback and looking at issues since the launch yesterday. Today, we are pushing our first hotfix for the update to tackle the critical issues we spotted.

Hotfix Patch 2.0.2

(01/08/2023)

The update is deployed to the default branch. The database changes only apply to new games, and code fixes apply to ongoing games.

Bug Fixes and Polish

- Added space bar function
- Added drag function to right-click of mouse
- Fixed a rare issue about exile that had no condition fallbacks
- Fixed a very rare issue with the flow step system calculation that caused certain triggers to disappear
- Fixed an incidental rare database issue
- Fixed missing and broken false condition in turn 7 ministry Gus results meeting
- Reduced economy integer for business taxation condition
- Fixed a missing condition in the queen phone call scene
- Fixed a few typos