Chrysanthemum by Coding in Fleur

Introduction to Coding in Fleur

Coding in Fleur is a team of four students from University of Baltimore who have come together to create a fun and unique platforming experience for their capstone course. Our main goals as a team are striving for quality and inclusivity. We plan on documenting this experience throughout the development process, so continue to come to the blog and check out our most recent weekly work.

Akeem Roberts -

Game Design

Level Design

Narrative

General Programming

Joshua Jones -

Narrative

Gameplay Programming

Game Tools Programming

Generalist

Justin Simmons -

Systems Programming

AI Programming

UI Programming & Integration

Audio Production & Integration

Jacob Sotto -

Modeling

Animation

Introduction to Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum is a side-scrolling 3D platformer set in a fantasy forest. The player plays as Raisa, a young girl who is in search of a legendary golden flower that can grant any wish. Chrysanthemum aims to tell an interesting and engaging story based around primary characters from backgrounds that are underrepresented in mainstream gaming media. Chrysanthemum takes place in a mystical and vibrant forest full of life and adventure.

Game Features

Inclusivity:

Featuring underrepresented backgrounds through Chrysanthemum’s characters and world.

Stylized Visuals:

Creating unique visuals that make Chrysanthemum feel like it’s own universe.

Polished Movement:

Developing character movement that feels reliable, smooth, and accurate that is ideal for platforming.

Background Story

Raisa is a young girl who grew up in the village of Laburnum situated on the outskirts of the Vervain woods. From a young age Raisa has known that her dream is to be a member of the Order of Xeranthemum. A guild known throughout the land for their heroic deeds, but in order to join them you must prove your mettle by bringing proof of an adventure. Unfortunately Raisa's family is all too familiar with the danger and uncertainty the order of Xeranthemum can bring. Due to her father's disappearance as a child Raisa's family tries their best to keep her from fulfilling her dreams.

A common myth in the village of Laburnum tells of a golden flower deep within the woods that can grant any wish. No one has found it due to the dangers within the forest.

We look forward to this experience and will have more information soon.

Article by Justin Simmons

06/16/21