Jacksmith is a strategy and crafting game developed by Flipline Studios that puts a unique spin on traditional battle games by placing the player in the role of a traveling blacksmith rather than a frontline fighter. You play as Jacksmith, a donkey who forges weapons for passing warriors as they journey through a variety of regions and face increasingly dangerous enemies. The core gameplay centers on hands-on crafting, where players melt metals, pour them into molds, hammer blades into shape, assemble weapon components, and socket gems to enhance performance, with the quality and precision of each step directly influencing how effective the weapons will be in combat. Once the weapons are completed, the warriors take them into battle while the player watches the encounters unfold, seeing firsthand how their craftsmanship impacts the outcome. Victories reward gold, materials, and gems that can be spent on unlocking new weapon blueprints, stronger materials, and useful upgrades, while tougher enemies and bosses gradually raise the challenge and demand smarter planning. By emphasizing preparation, progression, and clear cause-and-effect rather than direct combat, Jacksmith delivers a satisfying and memorable experience built around creativity, strategy, and careful craftsmanship.