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LUNA-2: Character Controller — Jump, Gallop, Trails

Starter project for Mackenzie's Pink Unicorn Game built with p5.js 1.9.0, implementing the core character controller.

Controls

Input	Action
Tap / Click	Move unicorn toward tap point
Spacebar	Jump (when grounded)
Proximity	Long distances trigger gallop speed boost

Features

• Physics: Jump with gravity affecting vertical movement
• Gallop: Speed increases when far from target; dust particles trail behind
• Movement sparks: Trail particles (sparkles) follow unicorn path; more frequent during gallop
• Floating islands: Multiple platforms at varied heights
• Collectibles: Crystals with particle burst feedback
• Touch-friendly: Works with mouse and touch

Technical Details

• p5.js loaded from CDN (no build step)
• Easing horizontal movement (lerp) with gallop factor
• Vertical movement simulation with gravity and ground collision
• Particle systems for trails, dust, and collection bursts
• colorMode(RGB, 255); pink/unicorn palette defined in code

Quick Start

cd luna
python3 -m http.server 8080
# Visit http://localhost:8080

Or simply open luna/index.html directly in a browser.

Verification

Open in browser → canvas renders a white unicorn with a pink mane. Tap anywhere: unicorn glides toward the tap position. Jump with spacebar. Move far away: unicorn speeds up( gallops) leaving a dust trail and sparkles . Collect crystals to see bursts.

Files

• index.html — p5.js import + container
• sketch.js — Main game logic
• style.css — Responsive layout and styling