Yeah pause SHOULD pause lol...
I like the idea of visible day/night. i plan for the game to have like 7 or 8 different "areas" with their own layouts, enemies, and special items. maybe a couple of them can be outdoor areas, or i can add some outdoor tiles to every area.
I'm torn on letting you punch with gemstones and etc. I like the idea of being defenseless unless you bring a weapon or have an empty hand. i'll play with it as the game develops