Yep, there's 10 ranks of ascension planned, each with its own level.
For example, one rank rule will be :
Level 1 Invoke a boss 1 time
Level 10 Invoke a boss 10 times
And so on.
Oh, the weapon variety sounds like a really exciting addition! Giving players the freedom to choose a weapon that suits their playstyle could add so much more variety to each run.
btw, u are making me even more interested in the game with every detail u share! I would love to hear more about the creative process and discuss the game a little further, but going back and forth in comments can get a bit difficult. Do u happen to have Discord or somewhere else where we could chat?