BASTION is a modular turn-based combat framework for Unity, specialized in tactical positioning and deep RPG mechanics.BASTION COMBAT FRAMEWORK - Complete Turn-Based Combat Solution⚔️ KEY FEATURESCOMBAT SYSTEM• Comprehensive Status System: Stackable DOTs (Bleed, Poison), CC (Stun, Silence), and Riposte/Counter-attack mechanics• Ability Framework: Modular skills for single-target, AOE, and resource management (Action Points, Mana, Stamina)• Guard & Protection: Guardian system with damage reduction and redirect mechanics• Melee Engagement System: Tactical ranged weapon restrictions when enemies are adjacent (Warhammer 40K style)FORMATION & POSITIONING• Rank-Based Formations: 4-slot system with position-locked abilities and auto-advance (Darkest Dungeon style)• Formation Swaps: Dynamic rank position swapping with optional resource costs• Visual Rank Placement: Transform-based positioning for custom formation layoutsTACTICAL FEATURES• Automatic unit responses to combat events (Ripostes, healing triggers, buff refresh)• Targeting Preview: Live visual feedback for AOE/Cone/Line/Single-target abilities with hit markers• Zone of Control (ZoC): Opportunity attacks when enemies moveAI & BEHAVIOR• 7 AI Modules: Ready-to-use behaviors (BestAbility, AttackNearest, AttackWeakest, HealAllies, BuffAllies, DebuffEnemies, RetreatOnLowHP)• AI Presets: Configurable via ScriptableObject—Aggressive, Healer, Support, Tactical Controller• Difficulty Scaling: Easy (0.85x) → Normal (1.0x) → Hard (1.15x) priority weightingMOVEMENT SYSTEMS• Grid Movement: Classic tile-based with obstacle detection🛠️ TECHNICAL WORKFLOWDESIGNER-FRIENDLY• ScriptableObject Driven: Handle balancing and design entirely within the Inspector—no coding required• Visual Targeting System: Live preview of ability impact zones before casting• Formation Templates: Pre-configured 4-rank formations for quick setupDEVELOPER-FRIENDLY• Event-Bus Architecture: Seamlessly trigger VFX, SFX, and UI updates using pre-defined event hooks• Clean Code: Modular C# architecture, interface-based, optimized for performance (Low GC allocation)• Extension Points: ITargetingStrategy, IAbilityValidator, IAIModule for custom behaviors• AI-Coding Friendly: Works seamlessly with GitHub Copilot for rapid prototyping📦 WHAT'S INCLUDEDSCENES & EXAMPLES• Starter Scene: Minimal setup for quick prototyping• Grid Demo Scene: Grid-based combat showcase tactical positioning• Full Demo "Brightest Dungeon": Hand-drawn character showcase with all featuresCONTENT• 7 AI Presets (Aggressive, Healer, Support, Tactical, and variants)• Status Effect Library: Bleed, Poison, Stun, Silence, and custom templates• Ability Templates: Attack, Heal, Buff, Debuff, Utility• Formation Presets: Ready-to-use 4-rank setupsDOCUMENTATION• Complete User Manual (v1.1) - Formation System & Swaps - Squad Grid Scene setup - Zone of Reaction mechanics - Targeting Preview configuration - Melee Engagement System - AI Preset creation & tuning - Troubleshooting & optimization guidesTOOLS• Inspector-based AI Editor: Visual module management• Status Effect Tracker: Real-time status monitoring• Combat Log: Built-in event logging for debugging🎯 PERFECT FOR✓ Tactical RPGs (Darkest Dungeon, Divinity: Original Sin style)✓ Squad-based Combat (XCOM, Warhammer 40K Mechanicus style)✓ Turn-based Strategies (Fire Emblem, King's Bounty)✓ Educational Projects learning combat system design💡 HIGHLIGHTSZero Setup Required - Drag-and-drop into a Unity project and start prototypingDesigner Paradise - Adjust difficulty, AI behavior, and combat balance without touching codePerformance Optimized - Low garbage allocation, efficient pathfinding, optimized event systemExtensible - Add custom abilities, status effects, and AI modules with clean interfacesWell-Documented - API reference, setup guides, and troubleshooting for every system🎮 PLAYABLE WEB DEMO ON ITCH.IOExperience the framework in action before purchasing. Try the Brightest Dungeon demo and see how the systems work together.🚀 GETTING STARTED1. Import into Unity (Best Practice is to start with 2D URP Scene)2. Open Brightest Dungeon Scene to see everything in action3. Read the included DOCUMENTATION.md4. Duplicate a preset & modify settings in the Inspector5. Extend via interfaces (IAIModule, IAbilityValidator, ITargetingStrategy)BASTION provides the foundation—you focus on the game design.It's your turn now!AI-Coded for sure, mainly with Claude Opus 4.5.Icons in Demo are AI made.Characters are ai-inspired, but hand-drawn!
