Making Plague Damage More Engaging (Beyond Execution)

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Currently, plague damage feels less rewarding than other elements (lightning, fire, ice). While the execution effect adds some theme, it feels sudden and less dynamic.

​​Core Suggestion:​​

  • ​​Frenzy:​​ Plague should first cause enemies to frenzy (increased speed/aggression).
  • ​​Staggering Burst:​​ Upon reaching a plague threshold, the disease erupts from within, dealing AOE damage and staggering the enemy. Or, players can approach the staggered enemy and perform an execution(like an up-front backstab). This execution can be done to bosses and large enemies.

​​Why this works:​​

  1. ​​Better Thematic Fit:​​ Truly captures the “disease” fantasy (frenzying victims, internal rupture).
  2. ​​High-Risk/High-Reward:​​ Frenzy increases danger, making burst payoff more exciting. Disturbs enemy formations.
  3. ​​Visual & Gameplay Potential:​​ Offers distinct animations (enemies erupting) and interaction options (front finishers on burst-weak enemies).
  4. ​​Core Element Enhanced:​​ Makes the plague mechanic a central, engaging pillar of combat.

This would elevate plague from “purple physical damage” to a unique, strategic, and visually impactful element.

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I agree with this, there is no clear and satisfactory feedback for when the effect is activated, some time ago I proposed that infected enemies could leave a trail that damages other enemies, and it’s thematically interesting because it becomes like a disease that infects and spreads.