Rule the Dungeon
■ Project Overview
Rule the Dungeon is an original Urban Fantasy Narrative RPG that reimagines the "Dungeon" trope through the lens of modern bureaucracy. Set in a world where dungeons are managed as high-risk administrative zones, players take on the role of an "Investigator" from the Dungeon Administrative Bureau (DAB), uncovering the dark conspiracies hidden behind official protocols.
■ Core IP Characteristics (Originality)
Unique World-building (The Bureaucratic Fantasy): Moving away from traditional "heroic" fantasy, the IP introduces a sophisticated society where supernatural disasters (dungeons) are regulated by law, taxes, and government officials.
The "Investigator" Persona: Unlike typical combatants, the protagonist is a strategist who manages "Hunters," analyzes evidence, and controls the battlefield through tactical commands.
The "Logos" System: A proprietary growth mechanism where skills are not just levels, but "keywords" that define a Hunter's identity and combat style, blending gameplay mechanics with narrative depth.
Artisanal Aesthetic: High-fidelity, hand-crafted pixel art that captures a "Neo-Noir" atmosphere, offering a distinct visual identity in a market saturated with AI-generated assets.
■ Synopsis
In the neon-lit city of Elysia, dungeons are no longer myths—they are administrative liabilities. As an Investigator for the DAB, you are tasked with managing a team of "Hunters" to neutralize anomalies. However, as you delve deeper into "Chapter 0," you discover that the bureaucracy you serve may be hiding a truth far more dangerous than the monsters within the gates.
■ Marketability & Expansion Potential
Rich Narrative Assets: Designed by a 9-year veteran scenario writer, the IP features a vast bible of lore, character backstories, and environmental storytelling suitable for transmedia expansion (Webtoons, Novels, or Series).
Strategic Combat Design: The "Investigator’s Shield" (QTE-based defense) and grid-based tactical combat provide a unique intellectual property in the strategy RPG genre.
Global Appeal: The "Urban Fantasy" and "Noir" themes are highly marketable in North America, Japan, and China, supported by a planned 4-language localization (EN/KR/JP/CN).