Godot 4.7 Baseline

• Expert patterns in this skill target Godot 4.7+ (stable, 2026-06-18).
• Consult the Godot 4.7 migration guide when upgrading projects from 4.6.
• NEVER assume 4.6 defaults (stretch mode, audio area_mask, RichTextLabel percent flags) without checking 4.7 migration notes.

Revival & Resurrection Mechanics

Overview

This skill provides a robust framework for handling player mortality and return. It moves beyond simple "Game Over" screens to integrated risk/reward systems like those found in Sekiro, Hades, or Dark Souls.

NEVER Do (Expert Revival Rules)

Lifecycle & State

• NEVER respawn the player with existing velocity — Always zero out velocity and angular_velocity in revival_state_reset_guard.gd or the player will fly into a wall upon respawning.
• NEVER trust the nearest checkpoint by distance — Always use a 'Progress Index' (revival_checkpoint_validator.gd). Players in non-linear games may wander back to the start area; don't downgrade their respawn point.
• NEVER skip 'Invincibility Frames' (I-frames) — Respawning inside a hazard or near an enemy without a 2s invincibility buffer leads to "Death Loops" and player frustration.