Eris Online Alpha 2 – The Hierax, Archetypes & Trait System

Florida, USA — Independent developer Stone Carter Studios today launches Alpha 2 of its dark-fantasy sandbox MMO, Eris Online, introducing the Hierax race along with foundational version of its archetype and trait systems.

Alpha 2 builds upon the Alpha 1 character creator by deepening character identity options and offering more mechanical variety at the outset.

“My will soars with providence, and fear cannot reach me.”

— from the official lore description of the Hierax, a new humanoid‑avian race born of ancient magic. The Hierax are fiercely independent and opportunistic—form loose alliances based on personal benefit and betray kin if it serves their interest.

Alpha 2 Features

• New Race: The Hierax
  A humanoid-avian species defined by aerial prowess, magic-woven heritage, and a survival-first ethos. The Hierax bring a distinct narrative identity and unique starting traits to Eris Online.

• Core Archetypes
  The four base class archetypes—Fighter, Healer, Mage, and Rogue—are implemented. Archetypes determine your initial role, combat style, and future specialization paths. Advanced classes will unlock later and may be accessible across archetypes with differing playstyles based on the starting archetype selection.

• Trait System (version 1)
  Players can now choose from 32 character traits, each offering bonuses to attributes, skills, or utility at the cost of attribute points. These traits enable early experimentation with build customization and character flavor.

Why This Matters

Alpha 2 unveils the beginnings of deeper player identity in Eris Online. With the addition of a full race option, archetype roles, and traits, players now have more meaningful ways to differentiate their characters mechanically and narratively from the first login.

How to Test Alpha 2

To experience Alpha 2 content, register at forum.erismmo.com to create and activate a forum account, then access the playable demo at demo.erismmo.com using a modern WebGL-enabled desktop browser. Mobile support is not yet supported.

Next in Development

Future alpha phases will continue expanding the character systems: introducing more races, advanced archetypes, trait depth, and eventually first gameplay zones and systems like combat, crafting, and world interaction.

About Stone Carter Studios

Stone Carter Studios is an independent indie studio developing Eris Online, a community-guided, player-driven dark fantasy sandbox MMORPG focused on emergent PvP, faction politics, and deep character systems. The game’s evolution is shaped directly by player feedback and iterative testing.