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So I tried to use a more bootleg solution which was probably compounded by the VERY hastily implemented rules screen. If I had more time I definitely would have implemented a similar system to what you suggested. Thanks again for the feedback! 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If that was your search then I congratulate you because you achieved it jaja! Maybe using a different texture for the stage would greatly improve the reading of the characters and effects, good job! 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