thanks for playing :) the choices you make sets your character's archetype/personality, and some choices do not align with all the archetypes because they are hurting in different ways.
your character will grow and heal throughout the game, though, so your Dragon Commander can become Mathias's friend in later chapters ^^ if you want a character who is always worried about Mathias and doesn't want to hurt him, i suggest choosing the kinder/softer options so you'll have a sweeter DC. ♥
honestly every time i play this game, i cannot help but feel like it is a masterpiece. Each and every character glows so beautifully in who they are as well as their relationships with each other. It feels like i am watching thousands of vines intertwine and bloom as the care and love for they have for each other and painful memories come together. I remember the first time when I played this game when i thought it will be a simple story of betrayal or kingliness. But as I watch the story and play it and explore the world, I realize how beautifully all of them shine and each choice feels like I am building and holding unto what is precious, no matter what choice I make.
Though there is parts still to come, I am glad to be part of this journey as this world and game moves on. Also I am going to the dragon commander from everyone because they my sweet baby. Need to give them the bestest ending in the way they seek.
Oh wow, this is so beautiful! thank you so much for this incredible comment. I'm honored you see my game in that light, and i truly, truly hope that you'll enjoy the next chapters just as much! this means more than you can imagine, so thank you ♥♥♥
First off, i'll say what everyone is thinking: I can't believe this game is free! The amount of care and work that's been put into this blows me out of the water. People release a way inferior product and charge for it too. This is clearly a passion project, from the dialogues to the story and the sprites and you love to see it. The Dev mentioned wanting to give the players freedom of choice and it really shows.
You know how Devs promise freedom and you exercise that freedom and then you're given a metaphorical slap on the wrist, either by internal monologue of your character (''maybe i shouldn't have done that'') or other characters in game admonishing you straight up. At no point i felt like this playing this game. The Dev developed each route, whether you choose to play a soft hearted, subdued character focused on the happy ever after end, or a headstrong calloused character that's still irrevocably in love with Mathias.
I did try other paths aka the soft hearted character and quickly came to the conclusion it was not for me (perfectly acceptable). I want to praise the push and pull route, the 'adversarial' relationship, the teasing (trying to), the stolen glances, with Mathias still SEEING you despite the walls your character builds because of an unwillingness to yield, but it is Mathias, so the choice suddenly becomes obvious.
An example of this (spoiler free), is talking to Mathias after your nightmare, but choosing to lash out and be terrible because you're hurting and you're raw can end up with Mathias ordering you to kneel before him because he is your King. A metaphorical pull on the leash that's on your throat. However, this scene is directly referenced in the later chapters where it plays out in a very different manner. I see your work and your effort Dev.
What's my favorite character? It's a tie between the playable character and Mathias and it's a great thing. The player is given enough freedom to build their ideal playable character.
The game being in black and white is very charming.
My interest is not with the Five Kingdoms. Even if the secondary characters are greatly written, sometimes I found my attention drifting when the narration mentioned secondary characters, as my interest lies with Mathias and the playable character, their relationship and rapport based on prior choices and what they can accomplish together. I believe that's the strength of the game.
This got very long without me realizing! I'll follow your game closely, I believe this has the potential to be something truly special.
This is such an incredible comment. thank you with all my heart for taking the time to write this and to play my game, it means the world. ♥♥♥ i'm especially happy that you feel free to choose whatever options feel right for your Dragon Commander. this is always on top of my mind, so i'm ecstatic it's working! i.i ♥
I hope you'll enjoy the next chapters as well, and that the finished version will be worthy of praise too! hehe ^^ ♥ big hugs
There is a part towards the very end of this wip version, a talk between Mat and MC in the tree room, that made me cry. Oh my god, that felt so cathartic and so well written! I have not played VNs in such a long time, glad to come back to the VN scene with this game hehehe
awww thank you! i'm so glad you enjoyed that scene! it's one of my favorites, to be honest. ♥ And welcome to the VN community! we're happy to have you back ^^
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its my first play through why can I not choose the middle option for mathias ? I want to be his friend and not hurt him 🫡
OMG I CAN SAY I LIKE PLATYPUS HOORAY I LOVE PLATYPUS IM SO HAPPY
thanks for playing :) the choices you make sets your character's archetype/personality, and some choices do not align with all the archetypes because they are hurting in different ways.
your character will grow and heal throughout the game, though, so your Dragon Commander can become Mathias's friend in later chapters ^^ if you want a character who is always worried about Mathias and doesn't want to hurt him, i suggest choosing the kinder/softer options so you'll have a sweeter DC. ♥
OH THANK YOU 🙆♂️ ill keep it in mind when I do another play through 💥😆
Whenever I replay this game Valencia's look always has me rolling on the ground. She's my spirit animal at this point 🤭
hahaha ♥♥♥ you're so sweet
honestly every time i play this game, i cannot help but feel like it is a masterpiece. Each and every character glows so beautifully in who they are as well as their relationships with each other. It feels like i am watching thousands of vines intertwine and bloom as the care and love for they have for each other and painful memories come together. I remember the first time when I played this game when i thought it will be a simple story of betrayal or kingliness. But as I watch the story and play it and explore the world, I realize how beautifully all of them shine and each choice feels like I am building and holding unto what is precious, no matter what choice I make.
Though there is parts still to come, I am glad to be part of this journey as this world and game moves on. Also I am going to the dragon commander from everyone because they my sweet baby. Need to give them the bestest ending in the way they seek.
Oh wow, this is so beautiful! thank you so much for this incredible comment. I'm honored you see my game in that light, and i truly, truly hope that you'll enjoy the next chapters just as much! this means more than you can imagine, so thank you ♥♥♥
First off, i'll say what everyone is thinking: I can't believe this game is free! The amount of care and work that's been put into this blows me out of the water. People release a way inferior product and charge for it too. This is clearly a passion project, from the dialogues to the story and the sprites and you love to see it. The Dev mentioned wanting to give the players freedom of choice and it really shows.
You know how Devs promise freedom and you exercise that freedom and then you're given a metaphorical slap on the wrist, either by internal monologue of your character (''maybe i shouldn't have done that'') or other characters in game admonishing you straight up. At no point i felt like this playing this game. The Dev developed each route, whether you choose to play a soft hearted, subdued character focused on the happy ever after end, or a headstrong calloused character that's still irrevocably in love with Mathias.
I did try other paths aka the soft hearted character and quickly came to the conclusion it was not for me (perfectly acceptable). I want to praise the push and pull route, the 'adversarial' relationship, the teasing (trying to), the stolen glances, with Mathias still SEEING you despite the walls your character builds because of an unwillingness to yield, but it is Mathias, so the choice suddenly becomes obvious.
An example of this (spoiler free), is talking to Mathias after your nightmare, but choosing to lash out and be terrible because you're hurting and you're raw can end up with Mathias ordering you to kneel before him because he is your King. A metaphorical pull on the leash that's on your throat. However, this scene is directly referenced in the later chapters where it plays out in a very different manner. I see your work and your effort Dev.
What's my favorite character? It's a tie between the playable character and Mathias and it's a great thing. The player is given enough freedom to build their ideal playable character.The game being in black and white is very charming.
My interest is not with the Five Kingdoms. Even if the secondary characters are greatly written, sometimes I found my attention drifting when the narration mentioned secondary characters, as my interest lies with Mathias and the playable character, their relationship and rapport based on prior choices and what they can accomplish together. I believe that's the strength of the game.
This got very long without me realizing! I'll follow your game closely, I believe this has the potential to be something truly special.
This is such an incredible comment. thank you with all my heart for taking the time to write this and to play my game, it means the world. ♥♥♥ i'm especially happy that you feel free to choose whatever options feel right for your Dragon Commander. this is always on top of my mind, so i'm ecstatic it's working! i.i ♥
I hope you'll enjoy the next chapters as well, and that the finished version will be worthy of praise too! hehe ^^ ♥ big hugs
There is a part towards the very end of this wip version, a talk between Mat and MC in the tree room, that made me cry. Oh my god, that felt so cathartic and so well written! I have not played VNs in such a long time, glad to come back to the VN scene with this game hehehe
awww thank you! i'm so glad you enjoyed that scene! it's one of my favorites, to be honest. ♥ And welcome to the VN community! we're happy to have you back ^^
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sorry I’ll delete it but thanks for the reply!