after some playtests, I've noticed a few areas where I could improve the game. namely, it's just way too hard and dependent on luck. changes are detailed below:

• lantern-related updates:
  
  • clarified how the lantern works. now you only consume a unit of oil when entering new rooms.
  • changed the flask of oil item from the more random "2d6 rooms' worth" to "10 rooms' worth
  • added a "find 2d6 oil" option to the "Fluid Vat" Weird encounter
• adjusted the amount of xp gained from some encounters from d6 to d8
• adjusted the amount of silver gained from some encounters from d6 to d8
• boosted all armor values by 1
• the advancements that increase your stats now increase them by 2 instead of 1

overall, the game is still largely luck-based, but these changes should make it a little easier to survive and keep a good run going a little longer.

cheers, sam