Jacksmith

Jacksmith by Flipline Studios is a unique mix of blacksmithing, strategy, and real-time combat set in a whimsical medieval world. As the titular Jacksmith—a skilled donkey craftsman—you forge weapons for your team of warriors before sending them into battle. Crafting is fully interactive, from melting ore to hammering blades, with your success in combat directly tied to your forging skills. It’s a perfect blend of time management, creativity, and tactical action that’ll keep you coming back for “just one more” sword.

How to play Jacksmith

Jacksmith is an immersive Flash game that combines hands-on crafting with strategic team management. Here’s how to master it:

Game Setup and Controls

• Controls (Desktop): Use your mouse for crafting, dragging, and assembling.
• Mobile: Touch input works.

Crafting Weapons

Each day begins in your forge where you’ll craft weapons for your warriors:

1. Choose Ore: Different metals affect weapon strength.
2. Select a Mold: Sword, bow, axe, etc., depending on the warrior.
3. Forge Process: Melt, pour, cool, hammer, grind, and assemble. Precision affects the quality.
4. Decorate: Add elemental gems or special parts for extra damage.

Battle Phase

Once armed, your warriors go into battle:

1. Auto-Fighting: Warriors fight enemies based on the quality of their gear.
2. Cannons: You can support them with manual cannon fire—time your shots to assist!
3. Loot Collection: Gather parts and coins for future crafting.

Progression

1. Unlock new weapons, clans, and elements.
2. Face stronger enemies with specific elemental weaknesses.
3. Strategically plan your crafts to counter enemy types in upcoming levels.

You can find more about the game here.

FAQ

Do I need to install anything?

No installation is required if you’re playing it through a browser-based emulator. Everything runs directly in your browser.

How important is crafting accuracy?

Very! The more precise your weapon crafting is, the stronger your warrior’s performance in battle.

Can I control the warriors in battle?

Not directly. Battles are automated, but you assist with cannons and rely on well-crafted weapons.

Is Jacksmith mobile-friendly?

It can be played on mobile, though it’s best experienced on desktop for full precision.

What happens if my team loses?

You still keep collected loot and parts. Improve your weapons and try again with better gear.