Classic Start Area

Restores the original intro area from the Pre- BrutalEdition Necropolis build.

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💡 Note

• It is recommended to use Mod Config Menu to edit and hot-reload configuration changes in-game without restarting. Not required, but convenient.

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Features

Classic Start Experience

Players spawn in the original intro area from early Necropolis builds before the Brutal Edition update. The classic area offers:

• More loot - Better starting equipment opportunities
• Combat practice - Fight skeletons before the real run begins
• Brazen Head humor - Restores the "which way to go" jokes
• Shortcuts - Skip the entire area using holes in the floor

Perfect for players who prefer the originally intended design or want the authentic first-time Necropolis experience.

Hot-Reload Support

Switch between classic and vanilla start areas instantly via MCM to compare both layouts.

Configurables

Config file location: BepInEx/config/komikoza.necropolis.classicstartarea.cfg

• Enable/disable toggle
• Debug mode for troubleshooting

Installation

Automatic (Recommended)

1. Install with Gale, r2modman or Thunderstore Mod Manager.
2. Launch the game

Manual

1. Install BepInExPack Necropolis v5.4.2304
2. Download Classic Start Area from Thunderstore
3. Extract ClassicStartArea.dll to BepInEx/plugins/
4. Launch the game

FAQ

Q: Does this work in multiplayer?

A: Yes, the host's mod settings determine the starting area for all players.

Q: Can I toggle between classic and vanilla without restarting?

A: Yes! Disable the mod in-game and the next spawn will use the vanilla starting area. Re-enable it to go back to classic. Use Mod Config Menu for hot-reloading.

Q: Does this affect existing saves?

A: No, this only changes where new runs begin. Existing progress is unaffected.

Changelog

1.0.1 (Current)

• Initial Thunderstore release
• Renamed from "Original Start Room" to "Classic Start Area"
• Added hot-reload support for seamless in-game toggling
• Performance optimizations

1.0.0

• Initial release (on Discord)

Credits

• Author: KoMiKoZa
  Discord: komikoza

Support

• Issues & Feedback: Report bugs on Discord or GitHub Issues