Silvershade's Letter To Vespera

Vespera shivered in the cool night air as she took a break outside her shop to watch the moon rise. The season was changing, and the breeze through Shadow Veil Pass was laced with a new chill. Autumn was truly setting in!

As she watched the sky, she saw a familiar silhouette cross the stars. It was the shadow of River's wings as the Raylen flew home. Vespera watched as River swooped in for a graceful landing. The Raylen landed next to Vespera with a friendly chirp, offering an envelope clasped in her beak.

"A letter? Thank you, River," Vespera said, taking the envelope and opening it. She stepped back into the light of her shop to read the note inside, and River hopped in after her.

"It's from Silvershade," Vespera remarked. "They're inviting us to come visit," Vespera smiled at River. "Something interesting is going on out there. They mentioned some strange new Minimals."

River let out a cheerful trill, fluffing up her feathers. "It does sound like an exciting mystery," Vespera agreed. "I wonder..."

Vespera hummed thoughtfully. "The Ancient Echoes Festival is soon to begin, so there's certainly no shortage of strange magic in the air. I wonder if that has anything to do with what Silvershade saw?"

"Once we're done with our Festival preparations, let's pay the Ranch a visit to find out!"

Thriving Trees Sprout Even More New Berries

The regular tending, pruning, and fertilizer that Adventurers are giving the Berry Tree is bearing fruit -- literally! Flora Greenleaf is thrilled at the results. She has been carefully cataloguing the health of the Tree over time, and can now confidently say that all of your efforts are helping the forest Thrive like never before.

The proof? Even more new varieties of delicious berries! Grab your baskets, Adventurers: There are now Nine New Berries to pluck from the Berry Tree's branches, if you're lucky enough to find them.

Kickstarter Success: New Features And Pets!

Overwhelming support has continued to pour in to the Official Santae Kickstarter! We are so incredibly grateful for everyone's contributions -- every last one of you is helping to bring even more Magic to the world of Santae.

We recently passed our $90k stretch goal, unlocking Two New Pets! But we're thrilled to announce that we have even more excitement to share. As a thank you to our incredible community for your outpouring of support for Santae, we are adding a Third New Pet as a part of this stretch goal!

Now, the moment you've been waiting for: A First Glimpse at the exciting new creatures that you will soon be able to befriend. Thanks to our hardworking Artist team, we are proud to reveal the Sketches of these Three Upcoming Pets:

Soniquel                                                                  Xyren       

             Rykor

Look forward to More Information about these pets and how they fit into Valaria and Aleriea soon!

But that's not the end of the Kickstarter excitement. We have another Enormous Milestone to share: We successfully unlocked our $100k Stretch Goal!

This goal officially unlocks Santae's Mystic Adventure! Santae's Mystic Adventure will be an exhilarating new experience inspired by the fun and competition of classic board games and party-style challenges.

In this exciting feature, you will navigate Magical Game Boards, racing to collect items and complete quests while engaging in mini-games that test your skills, strategy, and luck. Compete with friends or Team Up to overcome tricky challenges, with each turn bringing new surprises, power-ups, and obstacles. Look forward to blending the thrill of competitive play with the joy of cooperative Adventure.

From the bottom of our hearts, Thank You for bringing Santae's Kickstarter across such an incredible milestone. Our supportive community is the heart and soul of everything we do here, and we absolutely can't wait to continue building this world together with all of you!

With love and gratitude,

~The Santae Team

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Visitors Swoop Into Silvershade's Ranch

It was a beautiful day at the Minimal Ranch, with a clear sky overhead and brisk wind rustling the trees. Silvershade had just finished telling a group of Adventurers about where to find and tame some Minimals they spotted, and was now hard at work tending to the daily chores around the Ranch.

As usual, a small group of Minimals romped at Silvershade's heels as they completed their chores. It was shaping up to be a regular day of Herding and ranching. But then, something in the air changed!

Most of the Minimals nearby froze in place and looked upwards, pointing their ears and their gazes toward the sky. A couple of flying Minimals took off with a clatter of flapping wings. Silvershade shaded their eyes to watch as the Ranch's flying Minimals swooped upwards -- and then even farther upwards!

"Where are y'all going?" Silvershade called up to the circling Minimals. A dark, shiny Krow cawed down at them, but didn't descend. A pair of shimmering Flutterwings fluttered in excited loops high above. Silvershade squinted, peering deep into the sky for a better look.

There! Up above the Ranch's Minimals, a group of dark specks was moving across the clouds. It looked like another flock of Flying Creatures...

Before Silvershade could decide what to do, the specks started to grow larger. The mysterious flying creatures had noticed the Minimals from the Ranch -- and they were diving lower!

Silvershade watched with astonishment as the mystery fliers descended. They swooped down with incredible grace and speed to greet the Ranch's flying Minimal flock, light gleaming off of their scales.

They were Dragons!

As Silvershade watched, the draconic Minimals soared down to greet the Ranch's airborne residents, and the two groups mingled playfully. One deep red Dragon blew rings of smoke as it spiraled through the sky. Another draconic Minimal, cream and red with two long, trailing tails, seemed to bounce through the air as it made a game out of flying through the hoops of smoke left by its companion.

Another dragon Minimal, with especially beautiful gleaming Purple scales, performed a flashy loop as it raced against one of its companions, a small, whiskery green dragon. Higher up, a Minimal with spangled wings as Dark as the night sky maintained a swift and graceful pace even as the other dragons romped around it.

It was an incredible sight. But then, almost as quickly as they arrived, the dragon Minimals flapped their wings, increased their speed, and swooped back up into the Higher Atmosphere. The air filled with friendly chirps and growls as the Dragons and the Ranch Minimals said their farewells, and the Ranch's residents fluttered back down to the ground.

"Where in Santae did the likes of them come from?" Silvershade wondered aloud as their Minimal friends regrouped around them. "I've never seen critters like that before -- and I've roamed all over."

They watched closely as the specks of the mysterious dragons vanished over the horizon, keeping track of where they had flown. One thing was for sure: They were High Flyers!

"Maybe they came from the Sky," Silvershade mused, then laughed aloud. It was a silly idea. But actually -- maybe not impossible? Wherever the Dragons had come from, it was probably high up. There were wondrous places like that in Santae -- even magnificent flying islands like the Pinnacles.

"If anyone would be able to find where the Dragons came from, I bet Vespera can," Silvershade decided. They looked fondly around at the flock of flying Minimals nearby. "You're great fliers, but I don't think you can help me explore the sky. Vespera and River will be able to go where we can't. Let's get in touch with her!"

Tame A Draconic Minimal Of Your Own

"They didn't get close enough for me to try taming one myself, Adventurers -- but I saw where they went! If you stop by, I can point you in the right direction. I'm asking Vespera to look into where the dragon Minimals are coming from. In the meantime, You can see where they're going!"

Stop by Silvershade's Ranch soon, Adventurers! Five new Dragon Minimals are now available for you to Befriend through Herding. Is one of these mysterious dragons the perfect companion for your Pet?

And stay tuned: Silvershade is reaching out to Vespera about the dragons' mysterious origins. Maybe she will embark to discover the secrets behind these draconic Minimals soon!

More minimals have returned to herding, can you tame them all?

Take To The Skies!

There's something special about these new dragon Minimals, Adventurers. Not only are they magnificent in appearance, but they also bring an incredible ability to your Pets: Flight! When you befriend and attach a draconic minimal to your Pet, it gains the ability to Fly, allowing you to soar into the skies and reach potential new locations high above Santae.

Imagine the Adventures you'll have as your Pet takes you up into the clouds, uncovering New places and secrets that were previously unreachable. The sky is no longer the limit -- it's only the Beginning! What other new abilities are we bound to Discover as time goes on?

In addition, we've updated the artwork for the Black Pleated Skirt, Skulls Pleated Skirt, Peppermint Pleated Skirt, Celestial Pleated Skirt, Striped Pleated Skirt, Navy Blazer, Navy Striped Blazer, Black Blazer, and White Blazer to bring you an enhanced, polished look for our new Wardrobe system! The Blazers and Skirts are stocking at Serlina's Clothing Boutique and the Mirage Items are now in Invokers Fortune Quest Reward Pool, some others you can wear now too!

• We're also actively working on adding Alternate versions of our wardrobe items, giving you both Masculine and Feminine clothing options to better express your Unique style.

• As part of our Ongoing efforts, we're revamping some of our Older Artwork that needed resizing, which may have appeared blurry. We appreciate everyone's Patience as we work to ensure each piece meets our Quality standards.
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• Thank you all for your Continued support and Enthusiasm during Beta! We have so much more in store—this is only the Beginning!

We're thrilled to Announce that even more of our items have received a Stunning new look! Our Talented Artists have

been hard at work Refreshing the artwork to make sure your collection is packed with beautiful, high-quality pieces that truly Shine.

 

These Refreshed designs bring a modern touch, vibrant colors, and Improved details, giving your items an updated and polished Appearance. Whether you're collecting for Adventure or simply enjoying Santae, we hope you love these revamped items.

Seraphin's Fishing Quest Has Begun!

Ahoy, adventurers! Captain Seraphin is calling all skilled anglers for a brand-new Fishing quest Seraphin's Fishing, located in the Azure Abyss! The waters are teeming with fish, and it's up to you to catch them and bring them back to Seraphin for a chance at some truly amazing Rewards.

    

This quest offers exclusive Wearables and Artifacts that can only be obtained by proving your Fishing prowess. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just dipping your toes in the water, there’s something special waiting for everyone who takes on this Challenge!

      

Grab your fishing Gear, head to the nearest waters, and start reeling in those catches. Captain Seraphin is eager to see what you can bring in!

   

Good luck, and may the fish be ever in your favor!

Kickstarter Rewards Available Now

Thank you again for your Incredible support of the official Santae Kickstarter! We are pleased to announce that we have officially Begun Delivering Reward Codes to all those who backed the Kickstarter.

If you are a Kickstarter backer, you can now claim your rewards by visiting the Kickstarter Redemption page and entering your Backer ID, Backer Email, and Pledge Amount. Rewards are available for Immediate redemption!

> Redeem Your Kickstarter Rewards Here! <

The official Redeem Rewards page can be used to add your Kickstarter rewards to your Santae account. Use the link above to get started, or navigate to the redemption page under "Main" in the main site navigation!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/santae/santae-enchanting-virtual-pet-and-avatar-rpg/backing/details?ref=backer_bar

Cat Plushies Refreshed and New Additions

We’re thrilled to Announce that the beloved cat plushies have received a Fresh new look! The updated designs bring even more Cuteness and charm to your Collection, and we couldn't be happier with how they turned out.

But that's not all—along with the refreshed cat plushies, we've added some Brand-New feline friends to join the Lineup! Each one has its own Unique personality and adorable details, perfect for any cat lover out there.

We hope you enjoy these new and Refreshed cat plushies as much as we enjoyed creating them. Be sure to check them out and add some Purrfectly cuddly companions to your Collection!

Lilliandra and Captain Seraphis Drink Contest

There has been a feud Brewing between the shopkeepers of Crystal Mixers and Coff-Tea Shop. These two shops are hosted by vastly different people, but both claim to have the best drinks in all of Santae! Lilliandra says that the ideal drink is cool and Refreshing, perfect for washing down even the driest of meals. Captain Seraphis says that nothing beats a hot, fresh brewed cup of joe or tea, that warms you from head to toe.  To settle this, they've asked all Santarians to recreate your favorite Santae drink, to show whose preferences are better.

They have both selected Two of their favorite drinks as Suggestions for you to make, attached below!

William's Fruit Stand Stocking More Peaches

Exciting news for all our Adventurers and fruit lovers—William’s Fruit Stand has just stocked up on some brand-new Peaches! These aren't just any ordinary peaches; they come in Six unique varieties, each more delightful than the last.

Head over to William's Fruit Stand to try these delicious new Peaches and add a burst of flavor to your Adventures!

New Berries At The Shadow Berry Tree

Flora Greenleaf was astonished at how far the Shadow Berry Tree had come since its discovery a few weeks ago. She had been making regular journeys to visit the tree, inspect its health, and gather its berries -- and every time, it looked healthier and healthier!

The soil around its roots was rich and dark -- nourished by all the Fertilizer that Adventurers had been applying. Its strong branches reached high toward the sky, supporting a rustling crown of dark, shadowy purple leaves. To Flora's eye, it looked like the foliage had grown even taller and denser than before.

But then, something unusual caught her eye. The tree's dark-leafed branches were heavy with plenty of berries, as usual -- but some of the berries looked a little strange! Flora reached up to grab the end of a branch and pull it toward the ground for a closer look. One close glance was more than enough to be certain: Some of the Berries now growing on the tree were Never-Before-Seen Varieties!

Flora climbed up into the heights of the Shadow Berry Tree to keep exploring the nooks and crannies of its branches for new varieties of berry. One by one, new discoveries fell into her basket: Ten brand-new berry types!

Are you bold enough to venture into the misty forests of the Shadow Veil Pass to seek these new berries for yourself? Gather with one of your pets at the Shadow Berry Tree, and maybe your companion will be lucky enough to snag one of the Ten New Dark Berries available now!

Perhaps these delicious new berry varieties will even become useful ingredients for gourmet treats. 

Another Big Kickstarter Milestone!

Even the Kickstarter's deadline couldn't stop support for the world of Santae from pouring in! We're thrilled to announce that late pledges have officially pushed the Kickstarter over our $90k Stretch Goal!

That means Two More Brand New Pet Species will soon be joining us in Valaria and Aleriea! We hope you look forward to learning more about the identity of these new creature companions over the coming days and weeks.

The whole staff team would like to extend a huge Congratulations to the entire community that helped make this possible. The response to the Kickstarter -- and all the love, care and enthusiasm that each and every one of you puts into the world of Santae every day -- have been beyond our wildest dreams.

Use These Redeemable Codes To Obtain Stretch Goal Rewards!

These pet species were only possible because you, as a community, helped us reach the stretch goals to create them, and so we're giving them away to all players using our new Redeem Codes feature!

QUENARISKS
VELOTRAKS
ZEPHERAKS

These codes can be redeemed until December 31st 23:59:59, so be sure to claim yours today!

Wardrobe Update!

Are you excited to design your brand-new Human Avatar (HA) using the updated wardrobe system, but worried about what happened to all the wardrobe items you collected during Alpha?

No need to worry: All items added to your wardrobe during Alpha are safe. All your collected wardrobe items will be re-instated in the current version of the wardrobe today, October 6th. To obtain your items from Alpha, simply access your wardrobe to transfer your collection and refresh the page, when you view the new HA2 Wardrobe all of your old wardrobe will be there along with anything new you have added.

Any duplicate items that you may have added to your wardrobe during this interim period between HA1 and HA2 will be returned to your inventory!

With your collection restored, enjoy crafting the HA of your dreams using the new-and-improved avatar templates. Select wearables have been sized-up as they were made at the old base size, to accommodate for the new size, these are in the queue to be revamped and will be updated in the coming weeks.