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The monks' design was further altered for the US release of the game where their costumes were retextured to look more like that of a gardener than a monk. This is also reflected by their name in the US guide book being "the Grounds Keepers." According to the game's designer and lead artist [[Jason Wilson]], this change was made due to cultural differences, specifically the deep religiosity of some areas of the United States.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Jay Gunn|site=Twitter|quote=We might speak the same language but there are cultural differences between the UK and the US. We had to make a number of concessions to the US due to the deep religious views of some States. |url=https://twitter.com/gunncomics/status/1181476171231498241}}</ref> This change was also retained for the Japanese version, likely because it was based on the US version of the game. | The monks' design was further altered for the US release of the game where their costumes were retextured to look more like that of a gardener than a monk. This is also reflected by their name in the US guide book being "the Grounds Keepers." According to the game's designer and lead artist [[Jason Wilson]], this change was made due to cultural differences, specifically the deep religiosity of some areas of the United States.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Jay Gunn|site=Twitter|quote=We might speak the same language but there are cultural differences between the UK and the US. We had to make a number of concessions to the US due to the deep religious views of some States. |url=https://twitter.com/gunncomics/status/1181476171231498241}}</ref> This change was also retained for the Japanese version, likely because it was based on the US version of the game. | ||
<gallery caption="Evolution of the Mad Monks"> | |||
MediEvilECTSPreAlpha-MadMonk.png|''Rolling Demo'' version. | |||
MediEvil1998-MadMonk-PAL.png|European version. | |||
MediEvil1998-MadMonk-NTSC.png|US version. | |||
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====''MediEvil: Resurrection''==== | ====''MediEvil: Resurrection''==== | ||
According to [[Dominic Cahalin]], the game's lead designer, The Asylum Grounds level was set to appear in the game. The level was cut out due to development time restrictions.{{Siteref|MediEvil-Boards|13269|MediEvil developers - Q&A;|August 4, 2013|quote=Initially we had planned two additional levels for ''Resurrection'' (I completed the revised paper design for them). These were the asylum grounds and the Crystal Caves (both based loosely on the levels from the original games). These were cut out due to development time restrictions, which was a real shame, as they had some cool new play mechanics and character designs. The launch of the PSP was eventually delayed by Sony by 6 months, which meant that we could easily have finished the game with all the levels :(|author=Dominic Cahalin}} Artist [[Mark Gibbon]] produced some concept art of the Mad Monks. In it, they appear to be hooded and inebriated, wielding a mug of beer in one hand and a flail in the other. | According to [[Dominic Cahalin]], the game's lead designer, The Asylum Grounds level was set to appear in the game. The level was cut out due to development time restrictions.{{Siteref|MediEvil-Boards|13269|MediEvil developers - Q&A;|August 4, 2013|quote=Initially we had planned two additional levels for ''Resurrection'' (I completed the revised paper design for them). These were the asylum grounds and the Crystal Caves (both based loosely on the levels from the original games). These were cut out due to development time restrictions, which was a real shame, as they had some cool new play mechanics and character designs. The launch of the PSP was eventually delayed by Sony by 6 months, which meant that we could easily have finished the game with all the levels :(|author=Dominic Cahalin}} Artist [[Mark Gibbon]] produced some concept art of the Mad Monks. In it, they appear to be hooded and inebriated, wielding a mug of beer in one hand and a flail in the other. | ||
Revision as of 22:08, 29 February 2024
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| Biographical information | |||
| AKA | The Grounds Keepers[1] Malicious Monks | ||
| Gender | Male | ||
| Weapon(s) | Shovels | ||
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| Soul type | Minor Evil | ||
| Health | 220 HP[2] | ||
| Damage dealt[2] | Shovel attack: 15 HP
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| Damage taken[2]Template:RemakeDamageNote |  Standard (1x)
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| Entity | MadMonk | ||
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Mad Monks, alternatively known as the Grounds Keepers, were the inhabitants of the Asylum Grounds where they wandered around, shovels in hand.
History
14th century
These undead madmen guarded the Asylum Grounds. They went insane after the disappearance of the Head Monk of the Asylum. They would sleep in open graves scattered throughout the hedge maze. Their bretheren would wake them by ringing bells situated near their sleeping spots.
Gameplay
Overview
The monks will wander around trying to hit Sir Dan with a shovel. Some monks will immediately make their way to a bell which will wake up more nearby monks. It is recommended that players prevent them from doing this initially. However, the bell will need to be rung regardless if one wishes to acquire the Chalice of Souls in the level.
Book of Gallowmere entry
Disciples of the head monk, these men of the cloth have been driven mad by the disappearance of their master - and Jack's incessant ramblings.
The harsh chime of a bell tells them an unwelcome guest has arrived. Or that it's time for dinner. Perhaps both!
Behind the scenes
Development
MediEvil (1998 original)
In concept art and early game versions such as the MediEvil Rolling Demo and the MediEvil ECTS Pre-Alpha, the monks are not undead, but human. They tiptoe around the grounds on bare feet with their hands clasped in prayer, chanting. They pull out their shovels when they are ready to attack. These elements were likely removed as to avoid religious backlash.
The monks' design was further altered for the US release of the game where their costumes were retextured to look more like that of a gardener than a monk. This is also reflected by their name in the US guide book being "the Grounds Keepers." According to the game's designer and lead artist Jason Wilson, this change was made due to cultural differences, specifically the deep religiosity of some areas of the United States.[3] This change was also retained for the Japanese version, likely because it was based on the US version of the game.
- Evolution of the Mad Monks
Rolling Demo version.
European version.
US version.
MediEvil: Resurrection
According to Dominic Cahalin, the game's lead designer, The Asylum Grounds level was set to appear in the game. The level was cut out due to development time restrictions.[4] Artist Mark Gibbon produced some concept art of the Mad Monks. In it, they appear to be hooded and inebriated, wielding a mug of beer in one hand and a flail in the other.
MediEvil (2019 remake)
In the 2019 remake of the game the Mad Monks remain undead, appearing as they did in the European versions of the original game.
In other languages
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Gallery
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Notes
References
- ↑ MediEvil: The Official Strategy Guide. Published by Dimension Publishing in 1998.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Original research by Dan's Friend.
- ↑ "We might speak the same language but there are cultural differences between the UK and the US. We had to make a number of concessions to the US due to the deep religious views of some States." — Jay Gunn on Twitter.
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"Initially we had planned two additional levels for Resurrection (I completed the revised paper design for them). These were the asylum grounds and the Crystal Caves (both based loosely on the levels from the original games). These were cut out due to development time restrictions, which was a real shame, as they had some cool new play mechanics and character designs. The launch of the PSP was eventually delayed by Sony by 6 months, which meant that we could easily have finished the game with all the levels :(" — Dominic Cahalin, MediEvil developers - Q&A; on MediEvil Boards. Published August 4, 2013.
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