Lenny Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Never thought I'd make a post asking for something, but after some time spent in this game, realizing its potential, I couldn't help but to speak out, in hope of devs having a glance over this message. Candles. Something so common in almost every household, they are a reliable, long-lasting source of light, dim as it may be, but with so many applications.I've noticed that in cabins and houses candles are already present. Why not put them to work? Having one by your bed when you sleep, or one by your workbench so you would actually see what you're doing when working after dusk, or having a little source of fire waiting for you while you're busy? The situations where one might find use for it are numerous, and the need for them is great indeed. At least, from my perspective.I would also note that providing an immersive way of crafting one may also be there. Animal fat/tallow might work as a source and/or a frozen beehive or a beefarm somewhere in the woods, perhaps? These magnificent surroundings our survivors dwell in were not always frozen, right? There were summers, or something like summers at least, when bees could live and thrive. Providing us with a source of wax wouldn't be a big problem, I reckon.So, there it is. Candles would be great, and are already there. Let us use them! And as a PS, may I say that this game is something absolutely stunning. The potential is limitless. Thank you for reading, and greetings from cold, snowy Russia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Packet802 Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I agree, candles would be great! I've often wondered how I'm able to repair clothing and sharpen tools in total darkness. Going to keep doing it for now but seriously some light should be required to perform activities like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco122 Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 I believe there are also some "Survival Candles" which are edible because they are made with 100% natural materials Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best_Leopard Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 I would love this! They'd be useless outside since even a slight wind would blow them out, but they could great for use when crafting or walking up to bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPartisan Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 Candles would make a lot of sense, whether just found lying around houses (of which I'm sure there'd be plenty) or made from scratch with deer/bear fat (or even pitch?). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Yeah, it`s hard to imagine ability to perform complex actions like sharpening the axe in the darkness, crafting is even more complex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
June Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 +1 great idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K63 Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Candles would be a great addition. I have had similar thoughts about the potential of the game. I really hope this game continues on the track of realism. It is refreshing to play a game that is both enchanting and thought provoking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jurdglius Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chanster115 Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 totally need candles and a candle lantern. I fond a lot of possible candle lanterns just by typing "candle lantern" in google. I wont to know what the devs think of this. I'd think all they'd have to do for the light emission is recolor the flare light. But I'm not a game maker(yet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cekivi Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 +1 Wonderful idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissheart Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 People have been asking for candles in the game for a year now.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synagoga_Satanae Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Good call brother, I was just going to make that suggestion. A candle that would glow dim but for a long period of time. I think it would improve the overall immersion and quality of the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cekivi Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 One of these days after enough of these threads are made candles may get implemented into the game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveP Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 +1 candles give about twice the light of a match, perhaps more but less than a flare or torch. Last maybe one or two hours; great in caves. Warmth bonus +1 if inside a car or confined space like the jet engine. Just good enough to grab an hour or two of shut eye and maybe maybe not freeze.Sometimes a draft could blow out your candle; candles can indicate air currents in caves for orientation.Candles could b used for some crafting chores such as fletching arrows. I don't know if I like making it exponentially harder to craft arrows though if candles were a scarce resource. Makes for an interesting choice of priorities doesn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremiah johnson Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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