Update notes for April 27, 2023 (Release 2.9.0) — 1414: Crossroads Steam update #16958

This new update contains the following changes: Updated some NPC character images to make them more photorealistic Added new banking system, including Ruben Bank and banker Amar Rauf. Changed battles so you can escape only three times, and only if you have 250 gold per escape. Removed test artifact in Ruben. Replaced Wolf Pack (3 wolves) with Wolf Pair (2 wolves) in the Woods. Added second floor to some tents in the Market. Added chimneys and smoke to all buildings in the Market. Added vegetation and scattered rocks to several maps. Added icon over NPCs when it is their birthday. Enabled friendship mechanism and gifting. Enabled NPCs to join Brendylynn's party when they have enough friendship points. NPCs shop owners can join the party and return to their shop when it is entered. Added Quests 2 through 10. When Brendylynn stays at the Ruben Inn, she can now sleep in any of the 10 beds th...