The Age of Marni – A Life & Trade Expansion for Black Desert Online

By: NostradeBalar (NA Server) 

Dear Pearl Abyss Development Team,

I am an avid player of Black Desert Online on the NA server, family name NostradeBalar. As a passionate life skill and maritime content enthusiast, I respectfully submit this proposal titled "The Age of Marni", a steampunk-inspired expansion designed to deepen the life and trade systems, both by land and sea.

This proposal includes new mechanics, ships, tools, and cosmetic ideas that could also support monetization through Pearl Shop costumes for life professions. I believe this vision can bring innovation and excitement to the already rich world of Black Desert.

Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,

The Age of Marni

🌐 Concept Summary:

• Introduces steampunk-inspired technology by Marni, the eccentric genius NPC.

• Expands commerce and fishing with custom ships, tools, and life mechanics.

• Adds a new dual profession that merges land and sea trade.

• Introduces life skill costumes for all professions (Pearl Shop), with stunning designs.

🚢 New Ship: Red Leviatán – Fishing Vessel

• Equipped with 4 automatic fishing rods powered by steam.

• Mechanical retractable net system for bank fishing.

• Cryogenic storage chamber using Marni’s Eternal Ice Crystals.

• Keeps fish fresh for 36 hours in real-time.

• Supports 2 sailor NPCs to automate fishing efficiency.

• Load capacity: 25 slots / 9,000 LT.

New Trade Ship: Steam Colossus

• Mid-size commercial steampunk vessel.

• Uses Refined Coal as fuel for steam propulsion.

• Carries 40 cargo slots / 15,000 LT.

• Features:

• Auto-loading crane.

• Steam-powered defense cannons (PvE only).

• AI Route Analyzer using Marni's algorithms.

🧭 New Profession: Steam Life Trader

• Combines land and sea commerce.

• Unlocks at:

• Trade Lv. Professional 5

• Sailing Lv. Professional 3

• Includes Marni License Questline.

• Access to exclusive steam trade ports.

• Profits increase with engine efficiency and fuel control.

🔨 New Tools & Gear (Steampunk Style):

• Marni’s Pressure Rod – Long-distance auto-casting fishing rod.

• Hydraulic Pickaxe – Hits veins rapidly with steam bursts.

• Vapor Cart – A self-propelling merchant cart (land trade).

• Marni’s Net-Mesh – Compact net launcher for fast shoreline fishing.

🛍️ New Life Skill Outfits (Pearl Shop):

• All life professions receive unique steampunk outfits:

• Glowing gauges, moving gears, brass & leather design.

• Professions: Fisher, Trader, Cook, Alchemist, Tamer, Sailor, etc.

• Includes animation effects (steam bursts, gear rotation).

• These outfits enhance immersion and support monetization.

🧭 Special Locations:

• Marni’s Steam Port (Valencia) – Experimental steam dock.

• Floating Workshop (Margoria) – Mid-ocean crafting hub.

• Marni’s Invention Fair – Rotating monthly event for rare upgrades.

🗺️ New Missions:

• [Lore] “Legacy of Marni: Part I”

• [Fishing] “Gears in the Deep”

• [Trade] “Steam Routes Across Continents”

• [Life] “Hands of Iron, Heart of Marni”

To the brilliant developers, designers, artists, and storytellers at Pearl Abyss:

Thank you for crafting such a living, breathing world in Black Desert Online. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire millions of adventurers across the globe. This proposal is a humble contribution from a player who deeply loves the life skill systems and dreams of what the seas, steam, and Marni’s madness might bring to the future.

May your journey in developing this game continue to be filled with innovation, pride, and joy.
With gratitude,
NostradeBalar (NA Server)

A los brillantes desarrolladores, diseñadores, artistas y narradores de Pearl Abyss:

Gracias por crear un mundo tan vivo y fascinante en Black Desert Online. Su dedicación y creatividad siguen inspirando a millones de aventureros en todo el mundo. Esta propuesta es una humilde contribución de un jugador que ama profundamente los sistemas de vida y sueña con lo que los mares, el vapor y la locura de Marni pueden traer al futuro.

Que su viaje desarrollando este juego siga lleno de innovación, orgullo y alegría.
Con gratitud,
NostradeBalar (Servidor NA)

펄어비스의 뛰어난 개발자, 디자이너, 아티스트, 그리고 스토리텔러 여러분께:

검은사막이라는 생동감 넘치는 세계를 만들어 주셔서 감사합니다. 여러분의 헌신과 창의력은 전 세계 수많은 모험가들에게 영감을 주고 있습니다. 이 제안서는 생활 콘텐츠를 사랑하고 마르니의 광기와 증기의 가능성을 꿈꾸는 한 유저의 작은 헌정입니다.

앞으로도 검은사막의 개발 여정이 혁신과 자부심, 그리고 기쁨으로 가득하길 바랍니다.
감사합니다.
NostradeBalar (NA 서버)

damn, that's some wishful thinking, although most of it would be awesome lol

Tree of Fishing Progression The Age of Marni

Concept Overview

A new life skill progression system focused on Fishing, fully integrated with Marni's steampunk inventions. Unlock new gear, tools, boats, and ethical fishing options. A dynamic system with creative mechanics and specializations.

Tier 1: Water Apprentice

• Manual Fishing: Basic fishing with standard rods.

• Rustic Tools: Unlock beginner rods and basic nets. Introduction to Marni's lab.

Tier 2: Current Technician

• Steam Auto-Net: Automatically catches multiple fish per cycle.

• Marni Auto-Rod: Steam-powered rod with auto-casting.

• Species Scanner: Identifies fish rarity and logs them in a bestiary.

Tier 3: Captain Leviathan

• Retractable Net System: Large-scale mechanical net system for ship-based fishing.

• Cryogenic Cold Storage: Keeps fish fresh for 36 real-time hours.

• Deep Sea Fishing: Unlocks deep sea zones and night fishing capabilities.

Tier 4: Eco-Fishing Master

• Ethical Fishing: Ability to release fish for ecological bonuses and NPC relations.

• Nautical Sensors: Detects temperature, salinity, and depth for rare fish tracking.

• Legendary & Mutant Species: Weekly mythical fish with special rewards.