DEMO TBA: 

THE SATYA SOCIETY is my current project, a slice-of-life visual novel that will be free-to-play, with an optional paid version for extra romance routes available. This is a long-drawn process that I’m excited to share with you all, but to do so, I’ll need you to bear with me! The actual VN will be published through @studioduchess , but since this is my project, this blog is mine to share progress and hopefully gain some interest.

PREMISE?—

Stonewell Academy for Troubled Youth and Adolescence (SATYA) is an off-the-grid reformative boarding school for students from middle school all the way through to college. You are Stonewells newest addition, a 14-year-old ‘delinquent’ that will traverse your way through reform school life for the foreseeable future. As Stonewell ages, so do you — and you find yourself making friends (and enemies) that could last a lifetime. Let Stonewell reform your ways, or rebel alongside your friends and make memories none could forget— if you’re lucky, you may even grow close enough with our cast to form your own secret society…

WHY SHOULD I SUPPORT YOU?—

Because I am a lonesome girl writing a whole ass visual novel while her gap year gives her the free time. Obviously you have every right to scroll past me, but any support genuinely means a lot to me. Likes, reblogs and follows motivate me beyond belief, and I promise I can bring something to you worth following for. I am not asking for financial help yet, I wouldn’t ask for money from anyone without giving them something in return. Until I can provide more of a structured advertisement, all expenses will be paid by yours truly. *crying eyes*

WHERES OUR STEAMY ROMANCE?!?!???—

It is here, my darling dearest. The SATYA Society is rated 17+ for skippable suggestive/sexual scenes later on when everyone is of age. In the free version, you have 2 main romances you can pursue, one male and one female. With the paid version, your romantic interests jump from 2 to 7, with 2 polyamorous routes available within the cast. No romance paths are gender-locked, but some RO’s do have preferences, and will be easier to romance as certain genders. You can set how comfortable you are with physical affection, as well, which will stop/encourage characters to hug, kiss you etc.

HOW CUSTOMISABLE ARE WE?—

I’m gonna be honest, I was definitely thinking of gender-locking your character to make things (a lot) easier for me, and I’m still considering it. But for now, your name, gender and sexuality are completely customisable. You can customise your appearance, personality and even personalise your background before coming to Stonewell Academy. Your family is prewritten and can’t be changed, but you can decide your relationship with them, alongside everyone at the school. My goal with this book was to give y’all great replay value, and I believe I’ve done just that. You can experience two completely different stories with each play through.

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU EVEN DONE, YOU SEEM LIKE A DISORGANISED PRICK—

First of all, that’s rude. But I’ve almost finished writing everything. My next step after finishing the writing is to get the cast drawn (I’m adept in my art but honestly if I can afford it I’ll commission someone), get the story coded and put it all together to release. This will take a hell of a while, so don’t get too excited, haha.

WHO ARE YOU?—

I’m Christina :) I’ve been writing since I was 14, and loving visual novels and interactive fiction since 15. I’ve just graduated from high school last year, and am taking a gap year before going off to college. I won’t admit that I used to write fanfiction, and may or may not have gained a real following writing smut on tumblr LMAO… regardless though, I’m really passionate about storytelling, and have some real cool ideas to share.

CAN I ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT _______???—

Yes. Please please do, I want to share this with you as I write, I promise I’m nice LMAO

ROMANCE CAST!—

FREE VERSION:

Isaac Spence is your main male romance option. He is the glistening sun, as some would say— bright and gorgeous, tall and warm. Isaac is your typical boy-next-door, always on his best behaviour, kind and welcoming towards most, it makes you wonder what he did to get himself sent out to a reform school. If you play as a male, Isaac will be your roommate! In the first act, and half of the second act, Isaac is dating Courtney Knight, who just so happens to be your other main romance option… 👀

*Full character profile coming

Courtney Knight is not the girl next door. She is an aspiring clothing designer who is just about as entitled as they come. She manages to keep a close group of friends, however, so there must be more to her than just a catty somebody. Courtney expresses her love teasingly, rather than warmly like Isaac. (Maybe that’s why they don’t work out, haha). She is strong willed and very much an independent woman— sure, it takes a while to gain her trust, but you might have a valuable relationship with Courtney if you try hard enough. If you play as a female, Courtney is your roommate! In the first act, and half of the second act, she is dating Isaac Spence.

*Full character profile coming

PAID VERSION:

Mary DeSmidt is quiet and inconsolable. Rumours float around the school about how such a sweet girl could get sent to the strictest standing reform school. She is the embodiment of kindness, and always willing to lend a helping hand to you. Mary is driven by emotions, and needs a bit more time than others to handle to growing change of life at a boarding school. She also takes a little more guidance when it comes to feelings, and has a more complex romance path than the others.

*Full character profile coming

Harper Vale is… a mayfly. He knows everything about everyone, floats between all the social groups at Stonewell Academy and still somehow doesn’t have a best friend. Courtney tells you he is a compulsive liar, and is trying to ‘manipulate the faculty out of a full ride at Stonewell’, which explains the perfect grades and attendance rates… Harpers romance path is…shaky, to put it nicely.

*Full character profile coming

Coen Day is hard to get to know. They’re always going off on their own, disappearing in the middle of class, not returning until night. Apparently their attendance rates are in the red, but Coen has always been known to run. Coen is quiet, sure, but they’re also loyal and smart. They would never share a secret of yours, or undermine your experiences and aspirations. Befriending Coen is a feat in itself, but one worth doing— Coen is the type of friend one needs at Stonewell. Coen is also asexual.

*Full character profile coming

Priya Hammond is a burning fire, scorching everything in her path. She is loud, capable and Courtney’s all time best friend. Priya has been sent to detention for questioning a teacher’s moral standpoint more times than once, and is very politically inclined. She is truly gifted with her brains, but would much rather search the depths of the internet for trivial facts about a small town in Europe than study for school a moment longer than she has to. Bring up any topic around her, she will know something about it.

*Full character profile coming

Laiken Allard-Rose arrives in the second act, and is Isaac’s childhood best friend. He is energy personified, always looking for an adventure to drag you along or a joke to crack at just the wrong time. Nothing is too daring for Laiken, and you’ll find that forming a friendship with him definitely includes him arriving at your window in the middle of the night to go on an adventure (raiding the school kitchens). Family is the most important thing to Laiken, and will do anything for you once you’re considered his family, whether romantically or platonically. ( i would play his romance route just to experience the dates he would take you on lol)

*Full character profile coming

POLYAMOROUS ROUTES:

* these characters can be romance together or apart.

Laiken & Isaac. Who knew the childhood best friends that may have had heavy crushes on each other growing up would end up romantically inclined… dates with these two are a festival of laughter and love. Isaacs warm presence and Laikens exciting romantic inclination is the perfect combination, and I’m sure the boys could show enough love to you for a lifetime more.

Priya & Coen. These personalities somehow work perfectly when it comes to love. Priya and Coen can be romanced together to create the ultimate game night team… their smarts, Priya’s competitive nature and Coen’s strategical thinking?? Automatic win.

[18+ Blog] || Demo [TBA]

‘Of Love And Starlight’ is a fantasy/slice of life interactive novel in which you must take on the quest of saving your club, with a custom MC, whilst battling with (or running head first into) falling in love— be it romantically or platonically —along the way.

This is, first and foremost, something fluffy and romantic— it’ll follow a story, yes, but at a slower pace as opposed to something fast and action-filled. Additionally; the poly routes, and proper development of the platonic route(s?), will be added at a later date— given that this is an inherently romantic IF I’m going to focus on that first, so please bear with me.

The blog is run primarily by me (Glitch!), but Cypher will be proofreading and adjusting my answers when necessary (it will absolutely be necessary at times, I struggle with words sometimes)— though if you want to ask either of us something specifically then just specify a name :)

And, finally, a disclaimer:

I’m not the best writer anyway, but that’s probably not helped by the fact that I know absolutely nothing about code. Whilst this game functions, and does so smoothly, it isn’t the most attractive of designs. Eventually I’ll be confident enough to change that, but for now I'm afraid you’ll have to tolerate plain colours (at least they match!)— I'm sorry about that.

Now! On to the game things!

Content warning(s): strong language, suggestive themes (later on//in asks)

They say that the stars are beautiful here, that they've never seen something so bright against the night sky, twinkling in a hundred constellations hung by the deities. And they say, in hushed whispers, that every child has their twinkling mural, a pattern assigned to them at birth— an inescapable label, a supposed tell of their character.

You? Well your's is ‘Pyxis, the compass that guides through storms, though for a guiding force there seems to be little direction to your freetime. 

You play a student trying to keep the Stargazing Club afloat at Feywood Academy, in the wake of its dwindling popularity— apparently the other students don’t value the celebration of the constellations as much as you. But you aren’t alone! Join forces with your clubmates and bring some starlight back to the student body, or at least some to yourselves whilst you try.

Customise your MC: name, appearance, gender (via pronouns), and magyk speciality!

Amongst other things; befriend, antagonise,  or start an enemies to lovers arc with one (or, eventually, multiple) of four ROs— three gender flippable, and one genderlocked non-binary

Make friends with a strangely attentive cat who answers only to ‘Poprock’; will you be the one to find out where on the deities green earth they came from?

Learn more about and use your magyk for the good of the club (or yourself, should you wish to impress)

Meet...a deity? It's probably a deity.

And, most importantly, attend a constellation celebration!

THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE;

M. Ariti || m/f || half-elf

Your bright and sunny student rep, M. is the go-to for school related inquiries— somehow they always seem to know where everything is…except maybe their wits when you’re around.

Artbreeder + Info

THE CLUB PRESIDENT;

R. Dubois || m/f || human

Your charming club president, R. can tell you at least something about everyone— but somehow they’ve never really revealed much about themself, maybe they'll teach you that particular talent sometime.

Artbreeder + Info

THE CHILDHOOD FRIEND;

I. Morin || m/f || elf

Your long-term companion, I. has been a constant and steady presence throughout your younger years— it doesn't seem like that's going away anytime soon, maybe now is the time to attempt to crack their stoic exterior.

Artbreeder + Info

THE STRANGER;

Qiao Shí || non-binary || elf????

The enigmatic stranger, Qiao, is seated beside you when they transfer into your class— cheeky and cunning, with an air of new mystery, they may not be an easy puzzle to solve, but it sure would be fun to try.

Artbreeder + Info

THE ROOMMATE;

Althea Chloros || female || half-elf

Your cheery roommate, she'll stick with you through thick and thing— Althea can be the best wingwoman, or the most torturous tease

THE MENTAL MAGYKS INSTRUCTOR;

Calliope Celestina || non-binary || elf

The librarian and resident mental magyks expert, Calliope isn't known to be the most expressive instructor— but their (likely accidental) coldness does have its charms to it

[more to be added]

Tag(s): #ofloveandstarlight, #olas

come one, come all, and play the demo here.

a huge thank you to @/innerdemons-if for her beautiful twine template. so in an admission of total clownery, i didn’t finish the entire first portion i wanted to release, but here’s what you can do:

lose your shit

determine your relationship with isolde

meet grace

drink arnold palmer

the next update will be in a week. you’ll be able to:

meet nick

meet ezra

meet a dead person

get garlic breadsticks

You’re next…

It was among a thousand other comments— you had only seen it briefly in passing— but you couldn’t help the chill that wracked your spine because of it. Even through the screen you could feel the malicious air exuding from those words. The omniscient air clogging your lungs as you try to fight through the emotions that rise because of the message.

You’re able to shake it off after a few moments— people on the internet are weird after all— and get back to doing your daily routine. Your attention shifting to other things; causing the message to be forgotten.

That is until a sharp rapping on your door awakens you at close to midnight; your bleary eyes barely taking in the flashing of a badge before you’re asking to come with them. Your ears barely being able to comprehend what it was they were hearing.

You were being targeted by a person that had already killed a dozen other people— all of them holding some presence online— and nothing would stop them from getting to their thirteenth; to you.

Will you be able to survive long enough to see the victims before you get justice? Or will you just be another number on a list that wasn’t able to be saved?

DEMO (TBA) || RO APPEARANCES

Features

This story is 18+ for depictions of murder, violence, gore, sexual themes, profanity, and alcohol use. The demo will be added at a later date.

Customizable MC: name, nickname, username, appearance, gender, sexuality, and a smattering of vices/hobbies.

Choose what type of videos your MC has posted to get so popular: gaming, commentary, home health, cooking, etc.

Always be mindful that someone is out to get you but don’t forget how to live too. You don’t want them to win before they ever get to you.

Fall in love, or back in love, with 1 of the 5 romance options.

Figure out who could be trying to kill you— was your last video really that bad?

Figure out if the people in your life are truly who they say they are.

And, most importantly, figure out your connection with the twelve victims before you.

Damien/Diana Carrington 28, [M/F]

-The Roommate-

One of your roommates— the one that actually owns the house you’re living in— who doesn’t really interact with you all that much. Aloof to everyone but their cat, D makes it a point to stay within their room— more than likely sleeping through the day— before disappearing to their job at random hours; not that they needed to work. Being part of one of the richest families in America.

However, with everything that’s happening with you, you’re about to see a side of D that you’ve never even thought possible.

Gray/Grace Anders 27, [M/F]

-The Best Friend-

Your second roommate, and the one you were closest to, who also happens to be your best friend since childhood. With a sunny smile, compassionate demeanor, and giving spirit; you don’t know what you’d do without them by your side. Having them in the house brings a lot of cheer— plus their homemade meals— that you’ll desperately need in the coming weeks.

Will things transition into something more? Or will they stay the same?

Ethan/Emily Ward 32, [M/F]

-The Ex-Con-

The suave, and slightly egocentric, ex criminal that has agreed to help the police with the investigation— sort of like Silence of the Lambs— as they have the skills, and the connections, to help with the investigation; while the authorities have the capacity to give them a get out of jail free card for good behavior.

Will you fall under their silken words? Helping them turn over a new leaf? Or will everything be left to the unknown?

Oliver/Olivia Deveraux 31, [M/F]

-The Detective-

The lead investigator sent to protect you— as the FBI try other angles— with a cool demeanor that tells you of someone that’s seen too much. Will they let you get closer? Or will they push you away like they have everyone else in their life? Will you be their saving grace, like they’ll be to you, or will they be left to drown within themselves?

Will you see through their mask?

Fallon Beckett 29, [M/F]

-The Ex-

The person you thought you were going to marry; spend the rest of your life but misunderstandings broke the two of your apart. Someone who you used to share a bed with, who used to hold your heart and you theirs, becoming nothing but a stranger to you. So, you were surprised when you opened your door and they were standing on the other side. The same soulful gaze, the one you had fallen in love with, being right in front of you once more.

Will you forget your past to set your sights on a brighter future? Or will you always be stuck on that night everything ended?

Hooked is set within Never Land but probably not as you remember it. With characters that are a bit different than you remember too.

Genre(s): Dark Fantasy, Romance, Action/Adventure, and Drama

Setting: Never Never Land

Warning(s): This story is rated 18+ for depictions of violence, blood, mentions of past torture, death, mentions of manipulation, profanity, sexual themes, and piracy.

“All you need is faith, trust, and pixie dust…”

It was a sentence, whispered with such sweet sincerity, that pulled the unassuming into a web they could never escape. Promises of eternal youth, endless adventures, and a land that you could forget all your troubles in, being the final nail in the proverbial coffin. As it was never explained what you had to give up in return; everything that you’d sacrifice in order to achieve such wonderment.

Your life…

The memories of a gentle touch across your forehead, followed by the sound of soft laughter that never failed to fill you with warmth, was all that you could recall of your life before Never Land. Before you had been deceived into believing that you could have better. Never knowing that you were about to leave better behind…

Faith had been lost long ago when you had begun to miss your mother and wanted to go back; wanted to be in her warm embrace once more. Trust had followed quickly after when you had been shunned for expressing such wishes.

All that remained was pixie dust— in a small vial wedged somewhere within your room— but even that would never be able to take you to where you wished to be. A place, a time, that you’d never be able to go to again.

Your old name— the one your mother had given you— was only spoken by a select few but you were known far and wide by another name. A name that had been given to you by the very man that had brought you here.

Captain Hook.

Play as Captain Hook as you try to come to terms with everything that has happened in your life. Will you be able to get to the bottom of what happened to Peter Pan? Or will everything forever be shrouded in darkness?

Customizable MC: name, gender, sexuality, appearance, and a smattering of vices/hobbies that could crop up. (Note: You haven’t lost your hand. Yet.)

Befriend the Crocodile that always seems to be following you around.

Romance 1 of 5 options from Peter Pan himself to your first mate.

Will you be able to figure out a way to stop Peter before more children suffer the same fate you have?

Don’t let the beauty of Never Land fool you… it’s a dark and dangerous place that one needs to have a sharp mind to navigate.

Remember to trust yourself and your instincts but don’t forget the people who wish to help you. They may be the ones to save your life…

Peter Pan [M] - The Lost Boy

Appears 28 [6’2” | Dark Brown Eyes | Auburn Hair]

With a devilish smile, mischievous eyes, and an unpredictable personality, Peter has never been one to truly fit into one box. Especially not with how long you’ve known him. Of course, you also remember when the dark brown of his eyes were filled with warmth and care. Instead of how they are now where they almost seem devoid of everything that made Peter… Peter. Maybe, with your help, you’ll be able to help him find his way back.

FC: Jeremy Sumpter

Tinkerbell [F] - The Mystery

Appears 26 [5’8” | Sapphire Blue Eyes | Golden Blonde Hair]

You’ve never known that much about Tinkerbell— besides the fact that she had a fiery temper— but you also try to forget the majority of the path that has led you to where you are now. Having never truly been close with Tink it’s understandable why you’re surprised to find her surrounded by your crew; completely willing to hand herself over if it meant she could speak with you. Will you be able to discover the secrets that she keeps? Will you find something more along the way?

FC: Elizabeth Olsen

Samuel/Samantha [M/F] - The First Mate

Appears 33 [5’5” | Hazel Eyes | Dark Brown Hair]

The one person in Never Land that you can confidently say that you trust. Your First Mate, or Smee as the majority of your crew calls them, is a gentle soul that tries their best to please you no matter what. It’s a fact that you’ve tried to change but their unwavering devotion to you hasn’t shifted their stance in the slightest. With a kind smile, gentle heart, and compassionate nature, it’s no wonder that Smee is one of the most crucial members of your crew. You know that you’d be lost without them.

FC: Miguel Iglesias || Victoria Justice

Adriel/Ariel [M/F] - The Connection

Appears 29 [5’11” | Emerald Green Eyes | Ash Brown Hair]

One of the few people within Never Land that’s connected to your past that you still actively try to speak to. With a stoic exterior, hiding a heart of gold beneath, they’ve always made your time in Mermaid Cove much easier by scaring the rest of the mermaids away when you’ve needed to speak to them; especially since you know that Peter tends to frequent the place too. Now, with the addition of legs, they’ve sworn to help you figure out what’s poisoned not only Never Land but it’s supposed Guardian as well.

FC: Mitchell Wick || Angelina Jolie/Megan Fox

Gray/Grace [M/F] - The Newest Addition

27 [5’10” | Light Brown Eyes | Onyx Black Hair]

The most recent newcomer to Never Land that is unlike any of the ones you’ve seen before; with the simple fact that they’re a full fledged adult. Only used to dealing with possibly hysterical kids you don’t truly know how to deal with an hysterical adult. Especially when they keep spouting things about Disney and this having to be a dream. Fortunately, whenever they’re not completely freaking out they have a wonderful personality; a teasing tone, compassionate eyes, and a dazzling smile. Will you be able to show them that the stories they’ve (somehow) heard aren’t true? That you’re not the villain.

FC: Michael B. Jordan || Naomi Campbell

You know the streets are dangerous. ‘Course you do. It’s the first thing you learn here, right after how to cry and right before how to hush. Children with velcro on their shoes know it before they learn to lace them up.

So why are you out here, alone, at night?

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Bringer is an Interactive Fiction story set in the town of Helmsvale, where everyone knows someone who has had a supernatural encounter. You’re about to have one yourself.

**This story involves the use of swear words and a lot of death** It’s not too gory, but if discussion of death is something you cannot or do not want to read, this story may not be for you.

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FEATURES:

- Customizable MC!

Set your name, pronouns, appearance, and personality. Are you a sinner, a saint, a dreamer, or a skeptic? Let our Achievement Badges tell you!

- Choices Matter!

You decide how to navigate Helmsvale! Are you kind? Cruel? Strong, Persuasive, Subtle, Intelligent, or Intimidating? Each choice you make will impact your future.

- Five Main Cast/ROs!

Choose whether to pursue friendship or romance (or hatred or hate-romance) with five main characters! Meet your antagonistic coworker, a bartender at a less-than-reputable club, a different coworker who moonlights as a vigilante, a bookworm who haunts the library, and an employee of the Occult Society of Helmsvale! You set the tone for your interactions, and they respond accordingly.

- Superpowers!

Yes, that’s right- you have powers. Figure out what you can do, and choose whether to use them for good or evil. Or whether to use them at all.

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Read the Demo now!

It was a tale as old as time within the small town of Serenity Falls. To some the myths told of people that inhabited the seas— mermaids to most— that helped create Serenity Falls. To others, however, the myths speak of horrible beasts that crawled out from the very depths of hell; with a call that only the dead would be able to resist.

Many have heard the tales— and many have rolled their eyes at them— but when a stranger washes up on the shore of the small town with a much bigger history? Maybe those legends were filled with kernels of truth after all.

Unfortunately you wouldn’t be able to help; as you don’t remember how you even got to Serenity Falls in the first place. All you have are the flashes of memories when you dream, the faint pang in your heart every time you look out into the bay, and the faint echo of your name being whispered in the wind.

It seems that the small town of Serenity Falls has just as much to give you as you do to it.

DEMO TBA // RO APPEARANCES

Features

This story will be 18+ (later on) for swearing, possible alcohol use (for the MC), and sexual themes.

Play as a mermaid that has lost their way as you try to remember who you are and you’re confusing connection with the sea.

Customizable MC: name, appearance, gender, and sexuality. (More things will be added as the story progresses.)

Figure out where you truly belong; in the sea or on land.

Learn who you were as you discover who you’re becoming (and learn what happened to you).

Romance 1 of 5 possible options that will hopefully make your choice easier… or make it ten times harder.

August/Audrey Hale, 28 (M/F)

-The Golden Child-

The oldest child of Serenity Falls mayor; A has always made it their duty to make sure that everyone within the small coastal town was all right. A dazzling smile and a warm gaze causes many hearts to swoon but not many have been able to capture their heart. Will you be able to do so? After all they were the one to find you and you’ll definitely be seeing a lot more of them. As they want to make sure that you’re all right and acclimate well enough to everything that Serenity Falls has to offer.

“I haven’t felt this way since my first love broke my heart. I-I don’t know what I would if I lost you too. I just know that my world would become that much dimmer because of it.”

Sychar/Syrena Ashford, 29 (M/F)

-The Protector-

You don’t remember them but they certainly remember you. Silver eyes softening only for you as their attention solely stays wherever you seem to be. They say they’re your best friend, and something within your heart tells you it’s true, but you can’t shake the feeling that something’s being kept from you. You get the feeling that they’d do absolutely anything for you but you don’t remember why.

“I have stayed by your side for you entire life— through your ridiculous adventures— and I know that I’ll stay by your side for the rest of it. I’d do anything to protect you, your highness. Not just because you’re my best friend. You’ve always been so much more.”

Ross/Rose Laurier, 28 (M/F)

-The “Bad” Seed-

Whispered words is all you hear about them at first; that they were no good, that they ran with the wrong crowd. Upon meeting them? You couldn’t quite connect the soulful hazel eyes, standing on the other side of the diners counter, with the person those words have been connected to. Much more seems to hide underneath the steely facade that they put up. Maybe you’ll be the one to slip behind that wall and find the person hidden beneath.

“I still don’t know why you care so much. No one ever sticks around for long so I don’t expect you to either. I just hope you know that I’m glad you’ve stuck around. I’ve never truly had a friend like you. Now don’t tell anyone I’m getting this mushy on you or I might have to kick your ass, okay?”

Caspian/Cassidy Vega, 27 (M/F)

-The Scientist-

A person with as much passion for the sea, and the life living within it, as you’ve ever seen. For all the knowledge that spews from their mouth they seemingly grow bashful to every other form of conversation, but they’re endlessly fascinated by you. By the possibility that the old fables their parents told them at night could possibly be true. Maybe you’ll discover more about them as they help you discover more about yourself.

“The sea has always called to me. Rolling tides, whistling winds, pristine blues, have always been heaven on earth to me. I’ve never known exactly why I’ve always loved the sea but maybe it was to get me prepared for you? Maybe I love the sea so much because I was always supposed to love you.”

Lucian/Lucia Prince, 32 (M/F)

-The Enigma-

You aren’t the only new resident to Serenity Falls. You’ve only been able to catch glimpses of the elusive individual but their ice blue eyes, peering over darkened shades, seem to enrapture you; while also reminding you of a vague memory that has entered your dreams more than once. You don’t know why you feel like you already know this person but you’re definitely intrigued by them; their cool smile, collected demeanor, and flirty words included.

“Cat got your tongue, sweet thing? I hope you won’t be silent all night. It’ll get quite boring hearing me yammer on, don’t you think? Hmm.. no matter, I suppose there’s always other activities we could divulge in, don’t you agree?”

[ a slice-of-life / romance story set within and around the school world ]

SYNOPSIS.

new town and a new job. having just left city life for various reasons and moved to lone pine north, the northern - and smaller - set of twin towns separated by the largest river in the country, you feel ready to start the next chapter of your life.

set during the first year as a teacher at lone pine north elementary, you do your best to settle into your new life and your role as a teacher, balancing private life and education, and solving the drama of young teenagers - and perhaps your own drama as well.

thank you for today is a slice-of-life / romance story that focuses on relationships. while the game has a focus on the romance genre, it is entirely possible to go through the game being just friends with the cast, or entering into queerplatonic relationships with some of them. thank you for today is rated 18+ for strong language and optional sexual content. other content warnings might be added. minors do not interact.

no demo currently | thank you for today is a side project and not currently my main focus.

THE CAST.

the teacher. MC. fully customizable. you; the newest addition to the staff at lone pine north elementary and a stranger in your new home town. your everyday life is filled with social interactions, but will you manage to build any real and lasting relationships with your students, coworkers and new neighbours?

the PE teacher. STACY YU. 27. gender-selectable [he/him, she/her, xe/xem] when Stacy isn't teaching a class, you will often find xem in the teachers' lounge either talking about various sporting events xe has seen, participated in and or arranged, or gushing about xir daughter, Clara. though divorced, xe has a very good relationship with xir ex-wife, because who could ever hate xem?

the technology teacher. OPAL YONAS. 34. trans female [she/her] high energy and passionate, Opal loves her job as the tech teacher, to the point where she's rarely seen outside her classroom. even in her free time, she spends most of her days upgrading electronics, whether it's her own or someone else's, and she's usually the first stop for half the town when it comes to computer issues.

the student care assistant. SHILOH AMOS. 40. agender [they/them] a calm and quiet presence at the otherwise bustling school, Shiloh seems to walk around with a bubble of comfort surrounding them. though they're loved by everyone, no one seems to know too much about their personal life and they clearly value their privacy.

the janitor. AUGUST/AUGUSTINE VINTER. 36. gender-selectable [he/him, she/her, they/them] though their job title is 'janitor', August/ine is more the school's fix-it-all, taking care of most of the building's maintenance. they come across as slightly unsociable when you first meet them, concentrated on their job rather than getting to know the school's staff, but most people seem to respect their almost single-minded focus.

the convenience store cashier. ENVER HALE. 26. trans male [he/him] the only connection Enver has to the local elementary school is that he used to go there ten years ago. now he works at the local convenience store half his time, before disappearing from the small town the other half, coming and going like the wind, and their mood seems to change just as easily.

the parent. MAX RODRIGUEZ. 42. gender-selectable [he/him, she/her, ze/zir] there are two things you know about Max; ze runs half the town, and ze loves zir twin sons, Felix and Luciano, more than anything else. it's easy to butt heads with zem as ze has an opinion on almost everything and ze doesn't seem to like admitting they were wrong about anything.

FEATURES.

thank you for today is an interactive narrative game with features such as:

a fully customizable mc. decide name, gender, pronouns, appearance, subject specialization (pick between one of six subjects), among other things.

build relationships. thank you for today is a character-driven story where you can build relationships with the main cast (romantic, platonic or queerplatonic) as well as with your coworkers, students, and neighbors!

unique storylines for each cast member. while every route follows the same basic plotline for mc, each RO (relationship option) has a unique plot and storyline of their own.

choices that matter. make choices that affect the relationships you build with the cast, your students and their future grades, and your position and career as a teacher at the school.

PSA. while i’m perfectly comfortable with anyone that wants to headcanon the cis cast members as trans, DO NOT headcanon or depict my trans characters as cis.

— Redwood. —

“Welcome to your home for the next few years, if only you can survive the next few months.”

description.

Congratulations! You have just received an acceptance letter from one of the most elite universities in the modern world.

Yet, due to sudden unforeseen circumstances, your college fund has been drained of all resources. However, you suddenly have a benefactor who is willing to pay for your college fund, but there is one catch.

You have to pledge for one of the universities’ controversial ‘Houses’. However, everything powerful harbours secrets, the question is, are you willing to uncover them?

the game.

You play as ‘the pledge’, a new recruit to the universities’ houses, of which there are five. You have to impress the house’s inhabitants and compete against the others who are fighting for the same spot that you are. You can choose your approach to the game and how you treat your competitors. Every gameplay is unique, as most choices leave an impact.

While your character competes for their spot in a ‘House’, they will also be attempting to uncover the secrets that are buried within.

genre(s).

romance, mystery, coming-of-age, comedy.

features.

a fully customisable MC, including choice of gender, name, sexual orientation, dietary requirements, pronouns, race, appearance and personality.

choose your relationship with your family members, friends, competitors and romantic interests!

a story that relies heavily on your choices, every playthrough is different.

GoC love interests that are optional, play with an option of romance or without!

build relationships with others and create enemies or allies.

get to the bottom of your family’s history, and how it intertwines with redwood.

love interests.

⇢ MAX BENNETT

Max Bennett was born with a silver spoon in their mouth but never learnt how to use it, raised by their quirky auntie in upstate New York. With a tall stature and thick black hair, they are the epitome of a dream indie movie star. They applied to Redwood because of its prestige and their desire to follow in their parents footsteps. They never expected to meet you, especially considering their history with the Houses.

Maximilian Bennett is 6’4, with messy black hair, pale skin, green eyes and a beauty mark on his left cheek. He enjoys dressing in darker tones and wearing casual wear.

Maxine Bennett is 5’11, with her black hair cut into a bob, a beauty mark above her right eyebrow, a slim build. She enjoys wearing mostly baggy clothes and black eyeliner.

⇢ SAM WASHINGTON

Sam Washington is always looking for the next scoop and they think they’ll find it in you. Born to a family of media moguls, Sam is wishing to find their independence at Redwood. They’ve been given the scoop on the Houses and they could be a good ally to have due to their connections and charisma, although they would not blame you if you want to be something more. They have light golden brown skin, dimples and curly dark brown hair.

Samson Washington is 6’2, with short curly darker brown hair, hazel eyes, a broad build, glasses (although he prefers contacts) and a beauty mark under his right eye.

Samantha Washington is 5’7, with long curly lighter brown hair, a single beauty mark under her left eye, a curvier build, glasses (because she hates contacts) and full lips.

⇢ FRANKIE BLAKE

Frankie Blake is the child of a major fashion designer and your also new roommate, although their family is known for being extravagant and ostentatious, they are the complete opposite. An art enthusiast who is looking for their next muse, and the quirk of your smile is enough to inspire a thousand drawings. They are a Redwood legacy and they’re willing to show you around, for a price of course. Nothing comes for free. Frankie has dark brown skin that is covered in freckles, with kinky hair and the prettiest smile you’ve ever seen.

Francis Blake is 5’10 with short twist outs, a toned build, freckles and a wardrobe filled with shorts. He enjoys loose fitting clothing.

Frances Blake is 5’4 with long, back length braids that are decorated with gold accessories, a slim build and freckles. She enjoys wearing breathable clothes.

⇢ ALI NAKAMURA

Ali Nakamura is the only child of their politician mother and is already well-established at Redwood. They seem perfectly pleasant in public, however it is your first day at Redwood and you have already presented yourself as a rival. Through no fault of your own, that’s what you insist anyways. They have silky, dyed blond hair, well-groomed black eyebrows and an affinity for neutral tones. Although they insist on their aloof demeanour, you occasionally catch them looking at you with a look you can’t decipher.

Alistair Nakamura is 6’0, with an average build, tan skin, short honey blond hair with black eyes. He is constantly found wearing formal wear.

Alison Nakamura is 5’5, with an average build, tan skin, shoulder-length sunflower blonde hair, black eyes and an obsession with pale pink lipstick.

PSA: The story explores the lives of young adults, and therefore, the story is recommended for ages 16+.

— DEMO TBA —

“So…

It’s a cult?”

“- it’s not a cult”

Devil of a Time is a low fantasy Lovecraftian interactive fiction. You play as a well respected official in your not-a-cult charged with protecting the younger members all while completing your final year of your university degree.

Let’s just hope that no secrets stray to further ears.

[Genres] | fantasy, mystery, cosmic horror, (attempted) romance

[Setting] | The South and the Space Inbetween

[Rating] | 18+ for CONTENT WARNINGS : death and mention of death, strong language, sexual content, violence, gore, abduction,strong cult themes, mentions of past abuse/trauma, depictions of injuries, blood, and torture, alcohol consumption, drug use. Many of these warnings can be completely dependent on the choice the reader has made.

We are currently in a planning stage and posting this as an Interest Check, so please send in asks and interact with us if you are in fact interested.