The Fallen Admiral Update: Making Boss Battles Intense in Clockwork Desolation

One of the most important parts of Clockwork Desolation: The Frozen Time is making sure boss battles feel memorable, challenging, and exciting. A good boss isn’t just a damage sponge; it should push the player to adapt, learn, and overcome.

Recently, I’ve finished updating The Fallen Admiral, one of the game’s core boss AIs, and this update changes everything about how the fight feels.

What’s New with The Fallen Admiral?

The Fallen Admiral now comes with:

• Multiple Random Attacks
  Instead of relying on a single attack, the Admiral cycles through a variety of attacks. Each forces the player to pay attention and adjust their tactics.

• Dodge Ability
  Unlike many static bosses, the Admiral can now dodge incoming fire. This prevents the fight from becoming repetitive and makes each encounter more dynamic.

• Protective Shield Mechanic
  At critical points in the battle, the Admiral deploys a shield that blocks incoming bullets while still allowing him to strike back. The shield has its health bar, forcing players to break through the defense before they can continue the fight.

Why These Changes Matter

These mechanics are designed to keep the battle fresh from start to finish. Instead of just holding down the trigger, players will have to think strategically:

• When should I go all in?

• When should I conserve ammo?

• How do I break the shield before it overwhelms me?

The goal is to give the Fallen Admiral more personality, not just as a boss, but as an opponent that “feels alive.”

Looking Ahead

This is still in its early stages; polish, sound effects, and visual refinements will be added later. But with the new dodge and shield systems in place, the Fallen Admiral is already shaping up to be one of the most intense battles in the demo.

Step by step, Clockwork Desolation is moving forward, and I’m excited to keep building this world piece by piece.

• What do you think about dodge + shield mechanics in boss fights? Do they make battles more exciting, or do you prefer straightforward, high-damage bosses?