Out-of-combat Adrenaline System Rework (Next-Gen)

This mod fixes the inconsistent and exploitable out-of-combat adrenaline mechanics while preserving the strategic value of adrenaline buildup. It introduces a tiered adrenaline drain system with dynamic behaviors based on adrenaline levels and active buffs, ensuring a balanced and immersive experience.

Vanilla Game Issues Addressed

• []Infinite Adrenaline Exploit

  []Fixed the ability to permanently maintain max adrenaline out of combat via signs (e.g., casting Axii on Roach).

  []Resolved the "glitched" adrenaline bar that never drains out of combat combat.

  []Tedious Post-Combat Drain

  • []Removed the requirement to wait for full adrenaline drain before rebuilding.

    []Added strategic pauses in drain when actively gaining adrenaline out of combat.

    Key Features

    Tiered Adrenaline Drain System

    Adrenaline now drains at three tiers, with clear visual feedback at the 1. 0 and 2. 0 markers:

    Below 1. 0

    • []Slow drain (0. 5x) after 20s delay. Ideal for casual exploration.

    1. 0 – 2. 0
    • []Moderate drain (2. 5x) after 10s delay. Requires active upkeep.

    Above 2. 0
    • []Rapid drain (5x) after 0. 5s delay. Hard to sustain without buffs.

    Buffs & Offsets

    • []Maribor Forest Potion

      []Grants a +1. 0 buff offset, pausing drain longer in tiers 1. 0–2. 0

    []Razor Focus Skill
    • []Activates a +1. 0 buff offset after exiting combat with >1. 0 adrenaline

    []Double Buff Synergy
    • Combining both buffs and exiting combat with >2. 0 adrenaline grants a +1. 5 offset, enabling prolonged high adrenaline (2. 0+) for skilled builds

      No changes to in-combat adrenaline system

      Placation runeword effect does maintain original limitation on stopping the drain, except for bonus offsets

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