Setting & Vision

The World of Mu

The world of Mu is harsh yet beautiful, demanding resilience and mindfulness. The landscape is shaped by dynamic day/night cycles and weather systems, creating an ever-changing environment that players must adapt to survive.

Core Vision Elements

Wandering Souls

Players embody mystical beings – Kitsune, Tengu, Oni, Kami-born, and Yurei – each with unique traits and connections to spiritual energy.

Spiritual Energy

Survival hinges on managing Hunger and Mu (spiritual energy), creating a dual resource system that forces players to balance material and spiritual needs.

Rich Folklore

The world is populated with diverse NPCs, wildlife, and creatures from Japanese folklore, creating an immersive and culturally rich environment.

Key Pillars

Emergent Balance

Systems interact organically to create dynamic, unscripted scenarios that respond to player actions and choices.

Cooperative Focus

Design prioritizes collaboration with opt-in conflict, encouraging players to work together while allowing for competitive elements.

Emergent Narrative

Stories emerge naturally through exploration and interaction, not explicit hand-holding or linear quest design.

Meaningful Consequences

Player decisions have lasting impact on their character, relationships, and the world around them.

Atmospheric Vision: Create a persistent world where players become part of a living ecosystem, balancing survival needs with exploration of Japanese-inspired mysticism and folklore.