Development diary / Paper Bastion

From development: 15-16 October 2026

Engineer and healer: support from the rear

Two heroes help the squad hold out longer: one builds mechanisms, the other prepares elixirs.

Engineer and healer: support from the rear
The Elixir Healer in the barracks. Screenshot of the current English development build.

The engineer and healer joined the bastion's defenders in October. Both take rear positions, but offer very different ways to support the squad.

The engineer builds barricades, sends a clockwork bee after enemies and protects allies with a flying shield. Between waves she works beside the wall, restoring some of its durability when the next wave begins.

The healer can reach wounded heroes anywhere on the battlefield. Balance proved the main challenge: unlimited healing let the squad recover almost completely while finishing the last few enemies. Each type of elixir now has its own supply per wave. Supplies refill before the next wave, and skill progression increases them.

The healer earns experience for health restored. Support should be a worthwhile squad choice, and its strength and elixir supplies are still being balanced.

Game page: Paper Bastion