I know that was necessary for the plot and further unexpected turns, but never ever I wanted to punch anyone in the face so much as the MC at the beginning of the story lol
My villian, my dear, I love you ❤️
Many thanks for creating such an amazing character, I want to hug him and give him the whole world. Hope in the full release I can do that hehe
This comment took me out FHJGSJGFS! As the writer, I strongly urge you to hold off on punching Sev for now XD
I got a few comments during EpyksLion's playthrough, and it hit me that 'Stupid MC Syndrome' was happening IRL. Two main critiques: 'Why didn’t Sev use a bigger weapon to kill the pixies?' Valid, but she can only conjure stuff she's familiar with, plus I wanted it tied to her medical background (instead of just saying 'Hey, she studies medicine and has trauma from her overbearing parents' LOL). I'll make that clearer in a future patch.
Another one was that she ignored the red flags and went with the pixies. First, we needed more MC-pixie interactions without our villain. Second, one pixie's power affects Sev’s behavior, but maybe that clue was too buried. I'll work on highlighting that better too.
Those were the big ones, but let me know if you think of other reasons why MC was so punchable. If it’s not a 'rewrite the whole story' thing, we can tweak it for the full release! The MC gets smarter post-route selection, but the initial naivety annoyed a lot of people, lol. Love to implement the feedback tho ^^
On a positive note, I’m thrilled you loved our villain! Seeing players enjoy his character means a lot, especially since he's been the spoiled baby in development XD Highest CG count and even an extra ending—bias, who? Please.
BTW, do you like any of the other pixie characters? I'd love to hear your thoughts on them too.
I'm glad I could make you laugh and thank you for listening to your audience!
As for the MC... probably for me the reason to feel this way about them is that their behavior was not entirely logical. I'll explain why. Of course they are scared and shocked, so their reaction to the villain is quite understandable, but at the same time they behave quite rudely towards a person who did nothing bad to them and is simply offering help. But when you listen to what the MC says, it feels like they kicking a puppy. Moreover, Sev is a doctor, so besides being wary, they should have curiosity, logic, and a desire to understand. But they don't want to listen to the villain... well, yes, Sev asks two questions, but it seems that they already set themselves against everything villain says. Why tho? Especially since Sev had "seen" the villain before and in the dream he showed nothing but warmth, sadness, and tenderness. So aren't they simply interested in understanding how their dream is connected to what's happening? Why do they see this particular person? However, they're not given much time alone, so maybe they will be able to talk more in the future.
However, when six (six!) complete strangers appear in front of the MC, they're like... yeah, this is definitely much better than the single person who hasn't shown any aggression and already promised to help get me home. Pfff. Well, I mean, even if just think about it, it’s much easier to run away from 1 person than from 6 if things get messy, no? And they all call the villain, well... a "villain" heh, but some of the "heroes" are noticeably sarcastic towards the MC! And like, I wouldn't follow a person who mocks me with words, calling me "stupid". I wouldn't follow a whole crowd of strange, unfamiliar people. Considering that the villain literally begs not to do it, I would be curious about the reason why he says that. The pixies call him a "villain", but why should I believe them? So far, he hasn't done anything bad to Sev. Or at least, like you said, make it more clear that the MC's consciousness is being manipulated. Because for now it seems that Sev is just emm extremely naive and was easily tricked by the beautiful appearance.
I understand that Sev is a separate personality, and not a "player", but it is still a game, so more choices would be nice.
You know about "choices without a choice"? It's an option in games where you give the player the illusion of choice, but it doesn't affect the game's main story line. It may affect the characters' relationships with each other or with the main character, but it will not affect the plot in any way. The most obvious example is the moment when the protagonist decides who to go with. This is the perfect moment to add the possibility of "illusion".
You give the players two options. The first is to go with pixies. Nothing changes here, but the player chooses this option themself, so they will not have the feeling that it was forced or chosen for them by someone else.
The second is to choose the villain. However! The illusion is that when the MC makes this decision, manipulative pixie will increase his magic, the villain will notice this and in order to protect, the same attack scene will happen again. Something like "thank you very much, but he already offered to help me, so... oh, weird, why I'm so dizzy right now."
In this case, MC can also stop the villain (in the same manner), because he clearly fell into a state of affect and it would be impossible to stop him with just words. In this case, you let the players choose who they want, but the plot will still force MC to intervene anyway, and the pixies took advantage of this.
In games, it is very important to give players the control, especially when making important decisions, even if it ends up being just an illusory choice^^
Well, regarding the pixies, I won't describe my feelings for each character so that it doesn't become a spoiler, but they are interesting, they clearly represent exactly what they are supposed to. I'm a fan of horror date sim VNs, so I would gladly surrender myself into the hands of dangerous crazy obsessively possessive yanderes, but in this case the villain completely captured my heart.
Oh wow, thank you for the detailed feedback, RinRan! I really appreciate you taking the time to write this constructive criticism.
We originally planned for each choice to have a score system to impact the story and unlock different routes, but due to delays and asset preparation issues, we didn't finish it in time for the jam. Illusionary choices were extra and not prioritized, but since we've passed the deadline, we can add some for player satisfaction without altering the storyline too much.
Regarding Sev, her situation is tricky because of multiple factors. Sev's naivety comes from her sheltered upbringing, causing her to reject Shyloh's warmth due to unfamiliarity and being overwhelmed. Her choice of villains is triggered by the choking scene with Helios. We can reduce red flags from the pixies and introduce a relevant story twist sooner to balance perceptions.
All in all, I'm going to try my best to address the stuff you mentioned. Some aspects are a little set in stone since changing them would mean altering someone's character or the story plot significantly, but others are easier to adjust ^^
I'm really glad to hear that you're curious about the other villains as well! I'm planning to introduce some twists to explore their backstories and what led them to become who they are. I hope you'll enjoy these additions and find them to be an engaging experience!
Thank you very much for your comment! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed our game ^^
As for your question - the final release will be free-to-play!
Regarding the pronoun issue, I'm soooo sorry to hear that :( our team double-checked the code for any errors in the script implementation but we must've missed something if you're encountering said problem.
As such, would it be possible for you to upload the screenshots/write down the lines (with the false pronouns) on this FEEDBACK FORM? It will greatly help us with correcting the issue for a future patch :D
Just a quick update on this comment: the pronoun issues have been corrected in the newest build! We couldn’t have done it without your help, Vamprel. Thank you so much for your assistance! ^^
When first booting up the game, I forgot to download the Extended Demo files!
In truth, I’m fascinated by this story’s concept. Having our “villain” be a muted gray compared to the vibrant hues of the “heroes”; the potential of that idea and how much knowledge he holds… I really like how the demo carefully unravels only snippets of the story yet to come!
POTENTIAL SPOILERS (+ Rambling)
It makes you wonder! Do the cast each relate to or represent different stages of grief too? And ways the mind compartmentalize lived experiences? Or symbols of what Sev sought under the abuse dealt to them? And their wings and animal features, probably relate to aspects of their character - or an additional warning for what’s to come?
Is Shyloh the main holder of the most traumatic memories, which is why he claims to know the answers we seek? Someone Sev created to protect them from those who’ve hurt them, a vindicator in fear of the cycle of harm and loss repeating? Because he is unnamed, does that villain represent the fear of grappling with realizing Sev’s family has hurt them? His missing wing, the scars, treated as an outcast and scorned by the other pixies; does he reference that isolation imposed upon the MC growing up?
Or is Shyloh an ideal of someone escaping and finding freedom from the ones who have attempted to destroy him? Is his reverence a coping mechanism for old wounds? Perhaps this dysfunction is a reflection of Sev’s mental state or desire to be whisked away from their troubles too.
Either way, despite how much this comment focuses on our “villain,” I want to dissect and psychoanalyze each of these characters. Thank you and your team for all the hard work in delivering a snapshot of Chromatic Agape! Excited to see where this world born from paint takes our protagonist and the pixies.
Heya there, Noni! I’m really sorry for the delay in responding to your wonderful comment. It was so beautifully written that I wanted to take my time to give it the attention it deserves. Your analysis truly made my day—it’s one of my favorite comments on the game page! (⁄ ⁄•⁄ω⁄•⁄ ⁄)
As you mentioned, I aimed to create characters that embody moral complexity, diving into darker themes in the demo while leaving space for redemption in the full release. I'm thrilled that players like you have picked up on the good/bad dynamic, even with characters who seem virtuous at first! (๑˃ᴗ˂)ﻭ
Regarding your insights on grief, we’ll explore that more deeply in the full release, and you’re right on track! Sev's struggles with her trauma from her overbearing parents and the pressure to suppress "sinful" emotions like pride, envy, greed, etc... She essentially has the power of a God within the painting, but her understanding is limited by her experiences, like when she used the propofol injection and scalpel instead of conjuring stronger weapons to wipe all the pixies. That’s why she must undergo a character evolution to unlock more of her power and understand the motives behind each species' actions.
As for the wings and animal features, each was carefully chosen and carries certain hidden symbolism. For instance, we selected the Goliathus Beetle for Yulen, the Hero of Wrath, to embody strength and resilience. Initially, we thought about using a dragonfly for Kai, the Hero of Sloth, symbolizing change/rebirth, but we ultimately opted for mantis wings due to a pivotal moment in his route (avoiding spoilers, of course). So yes, these details are intentional, and I’m so glad you noticed them—congratulations on being one of the few to do so! (✧ω✧)
Your interpretation of Shyloh is spot on! I feel like adding too much might spoil future developments, but his title as the nameless pixie reflects Sev's struggle to accept him. While she remembers the names and behaviors of other pixies, Shyloh’s protective nature and affection for her remain an enigma she can’t quite grasp. It’s a fascinating dynamic to explore, and I can’t wait to see how it unfolds! ✧(｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
If you have any more questions or comments, feel free to drop them! I’d love to answer them!!!
OMG, Merka has a fan already? FJSGHJSGFJ Our little man is so stoked to hear that! (But shhh, don’t let him know I mentioned his height—he might come and take my typing hands away! XD)
Aside from that, I’m so thrilled to see your lovely comment, Bigsimpbrain! Thank you for giving our game a shot, and I hope you stick around for the full release as well! ^^
Awe, that’s so kind of you to say! Thank you for the support T~T <3 It’s lovely comments like this that really motivate us to keep working on the project!
Oooo, I’m so stoked to see a familiar name here! Happy to have you, Red! I’m also thrilled to hear you watched the playthrough. EpyksLion did a wonderful job showcasing the game, and I’m grateful it brought even more players to this tiny corner of the itch yandere games, hehe~
Thank you for your comment! It means a lot to hear that from an experienced dev like you, so we’ll work hard to do justice and keep you looking forward to the full release! More parental melodrama awaits us, lol, but at least Sev will learn to move past her trauma and become a more evolved protagonist!
P.S. Congrats on your Yaoi Jam entry! I can’t wait to check it out as soon as I can ^^
omg ghoroor means pride in hindi/urdu too and i cant help but notice it was used in association w adonis who is the hero of pride ... i love being bilingual and picking up on this stuff lmao
AHHH so hyped to see someone spotting that detail! One million points for bilingualism ^^ Fun fact, all the titles for the pixies powers are associated with a specific language in terms of their meaning/origin.
During my research process for the writing (psychology of emotions, symbolism for sins and virtues, etc...) I came across a lot of Roman and Greek elements which you can also find in their love thematics (they're mentioned in the character desc on this page, such as Pragma for Adonis).
Then I realized, there's not much rep for Asian literature regarding said topic so I tried adding clues in Persian, Turkish, Hindi, Urdu, etc... as much as I could. So glad to see that this effort has been noticed by someone!
Let me know if you spot any of the other language-related elements as well (ehem *character names for example* ehem)!!!
There's so much I wanna say about this game but to put it bluntly, oH BOY. The demo had me so enthralled. Absolute edge of my seat with anxiety and suspense. I loved it!
Some spoilers ment: Its so well written. The vocabulary, story telling and just written aspect is so nicely done. The sprites, character design and CGs are gorgeous!! I really appreciate the detailed trigger warnings per route, helps to know what to expect especially since I already see a few favorites I like amongst the pixies. I can honestly say its so good how these characters are written to be both likeable while also maintaining that air of just "i still dont trust them". Shyloh, Merka and Kai were my favorites. Shyloh's first CG for him was just *chefs kiss*. I truly don't believe he's the one who attacked us. Something tells me Rosario has a lil chameleon power, the personality switch and way he arrived late the party was hinting. I'm curious to see how each route is going to go especially with the way things ended. It feels ALOT of it is self-serving on behalf of the pixies at the cost of MC from my take on it. Genuinely curious if well see some type of redemption or make them worse scenario depending on which character route chosen. (esp Kai, i want to believe he wants to help MC but i'm so skeptical of everyone now ^^")
Nonetheless, I'm so excited to see what's to come. AMAZING job on everything!!
Choking back tears at such a detailed and motivating comment. I absolutely loooove reading these, I swear!
Balancing the villainy of the characters while leaving room for potential redemption was quite a challenging task. My goal was to create a storyline where the characters are portrayed in shades of gray, rather than just as heroes or villains. I'm soooo glad to hear that my efforts have paid off and that the vibe I aimed to convey is coming through.
As for whether the characters will become even more evil or find redemption, I'm trying my best not to give any spoilers. However, I can say that the demo hints at which characters have redemption arcs and which will remain unapologetically evil in the remaining routes. As much as I'd love to redeem everyone, the 'I can change him' trope would fall flat if applied to all the characters.
Regarding Sev, without giving too much away, her parents and their treatment significantly impact the Ehsas in the painting. Therefore, who knows— maybe by changing the flow of energy, things might change... or not. All I can say is that everything's connected, from the pixies' personas and Shyloh's mannerisms to Sev's own trauma.
Speaking of Shyloh, let's just say he's very reverent of Sev, and the title of God is above a Songbird, so to speak. So who knows if it was really him or another pixie at play, hehe... ^^
There's a chance you probably already know by now but, in the Android demo of the game character sprites clip (idk if that's the right word). Not really a big deal though.
Hi there binyeulm, thank you so much for pointing that out! Our programmers are working on the bug as we speak and we'll be correcting said error in the android build by tonight (fingers crossed). Hope you enjoyed the rest of your gameplay though ^^ Curious to know your thoughts~
Does restarting the game fix the issue by any chance? If not, then it might best to wait 1-2 days for the bug-free version to come out T~T (unless you don't mind playing out this scene with the... interesting view for now XD)
I was immediately suss of the other pixies but was not expecting that to go so dark so quickly, but it was great. My first choice was to Spoilersconfront Shyloh because I didn’t trust the others, - and seeing him come in for the rescue at the end was pretty sexy of him (even with the threat lol) so that was neat. Excited to learn more about Kai as I’m curious as to why he helped us. I’m certainly looking forward to seeing where the story goes.
Thank you for the lovely comment Corvid! I'm glad to hear that you liked the game and that bit with Shyloh XD
We had to show his different sides if you get what I mean ;)
Feel free to follow our updates on socials for the full release, we have a large portion of our assets ready so fingers crossed, we can deliver the final product by the end of the year ^^
gotta say i wasn't expecting the story to take such a turn from the previous demo, but after adjusting to it i did enjoy the horror side ^^ you guys are doing amazing work!
i wanted to ask if you had plans of releasing some sort of endings guide for the time being? i managed to get 2 bad endings and 10 cgs(of which 2 have 4 and 8 variants that idk how to get asjkdljlalk) but im not sure if there are more for now
i am also enjoying theorizing about the characters' roles and motives and the secrets of the painting, you guys did a good job with the current worldbuilding!! i need to get kai OUTTA there homeboy doesnt deserve this klasakjlhas shyloh too if he actually starts explaining things but we'll have to see v('-')v
this also left me wondering if in next update we will have more occasions to choose dialogue or if the conversations will be mainly guided like in the prologue(for example when sev sends shyloh away after the scuffle, i was expecting to be given the choice to stay with him or the heroes). I'm only asking out of curiosity, as the plot seems quite intricated, so it'd make sense to guide the reader a little lol
anyways thanks for such an engaging game, take care of yourselves ◝(ᵔᵕᵔ)◜
OMG SUCH A DETAILED COMMENT! I LOOOOVE IT!!! Thanks for checking out the game blue_bean~
We were originally planning on doing the extended demo for NanoJam and the full release for OtomeJam, yet the process ended up being longer than expected. But I'm glad to see you enjoy the new version + the added assets/worldbuilding~~
For the endings, you'll only be able to unlock 2 (Sev - Bad Ending 1 & 2) for the current build. Same for the remaining CGs and variations (we have 10 CGs for the current build + 17 total variations if I'm not mistaken at the moment). The rest will be available for the full release, hence why you are not be able to unlock them. This decision goes back to how we originally planned to wrap everything up for Otome jam (so the slots were prepared) but instead of removing them for the current jam, we decided we still wanted to showcase the slots (be it the gallery, endings, triggers, etc...) as a way of letting the player know what's planned for the future!
As for the pixies, their powers, the dynamics between the heroes and the villain, what might happen in their individual routes, their motives, etc... I'm so excited to hear what theories you have in mind (but heads up, I can't spoil if they're right or wrong XD). Shyloh and Kai do get the short ends of the stick though... or perhaps they've done something to deserve it? Who knows... ^^
Regarding your comment for the choices, we actually do have plans to include more for the full release. Without going into details (and spoilers) much, the reason we had Sev follow the heroes was because we needed her to have some affection points with them for the upcoming route selection. Ergo, if we had Sev follow Shyloh, she wouldn't have been able to familiarize herself with the pixies + gain enough info as to which route she wants to pursue. Hope that cleared things up a bit, but no worries, you'll have more options for future interactions!
Let me know if any more questions pop up! Always happy to answer comments and questions from the players~ Take care of yourself as well <3
aa i see i see, good to know i won't have to scour every single combination of the choices for the cgs lol. It's nice to know what triggers the game will entail for players who need it, nice choice ^^
also yeah it makes sense to have sev familiarize with the heroes, for example were it for me i would've stayed with shyloh right away lolol but now that i've had the chance to know helios i can safely say i wanna kick him where the sun doesn't shine the first chane i get! (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)
which would be fitting with helios and all his sun symbolism lmao plus the HALO i just know homeboy is plotting to take sev's place and become the god of the paiting bc he's greedy asl lol
tho surprisingly the one that has me theorizing the most is actually kai! as the former leader(if i understood correctly kajskald) he might be the moon to helios' sun. His name means king in persian so he really might've been dethroned lol poor guy. With the white mourning veil he put on sev he might even be some sort of grim reaper (which may also connect to selene and hecate hhmm food for thought i suppose). Plus his centipede motif which i've seen can mean resilience but also once again connects with death?? i guess it can make sense if you look at bugs as cleaner of carcasses ¯\_(- ^ -)_/¯
ALSo shyloh's name meaning gift of god hello?? that's so cute with the game context kaskhhasdla (watch me say this and then find out he's a menace lmaoo)
anyways that's enough yapping from me, ty for explaining the cgs!!
WOWOWOWOW! THE LEVEL OF DETAIL IN THIS COMMENT, HELLO?! I LOVE LOVE LOOOOVE IT XD
I'm scared that if I open my mouth I'll start spoiling stuff, so I plead the fifth, but you're really on-point with the name/CG symbolism (to the point that I'm honestly shocked and amazed on how you caught them).
Our art director was also surprised on how quick you caught the references in the character designs FJGSFJSJF
But considering this lovely analysis, I have a feeling you're really going to like the symbolism and allegories we have planned for the full release. Fingers crossed, it'll be right up your alley~
As for Helios, weeeeeell, he may or may not have a twist for his route... who knows ^^
AHHHHH THAT'S ENOUGH FROM ME, MY MOUTH IS NOW ZIPPED XD
lol i really have a soft spot for games that incorporate mythology and symbolism so i enjoyed theorizing for this one too! really looking forward to the full release ✧ദ്ദി( ˶^ᗜ^˶ )
OMFG!!! AHHH!! I LOVE THE DESIGNS OF THE OTHERS SO MUCHHHH.
I can't wait for tomorrow. I'm so excited for more. I love Shyloh so much, he's so sweet. The art is honestly so spectacular, it makes me feel so giddy every time I see it.
I'm sooooo excited for Yulen and the others, mainly Yulen. They all look so cool. :>
Everyone has done such a good job, the game is great. Well done!!!
AHHHH! Thank you for keeping up with our updates noctu ^^ So happy to see such excitement for our new build, it really helps motivate our team for our full release as well~
I'm sure Yulen is also going be as giddy as you when you speak with him! I have a feeling he's really going to match your energy.
Let us know what you think of the game after your playthrough ♡ Elated to hear about your thoughts!
Why? Just why? That's all I have yo say. I am NOT happy to see how sev has treated shyloh. I do understand why they acted the way they did. I loved the almost lack of options near the introduction of the heroes because I too would be too shocked to say much.
The demo went soooo well. There are a few glitches however, sometimes the POV would pan too far down and I would just be looking at black and there would also be pronoun errors throughout where it would just revert to she/her (I played using they/them and he/him).
I really loved all the little details you sprinkled in, especially the fait halo around Helios's head. The way the heroes would bicker was cute and it made me giggle so much. I really loved Yulen, I really really loved Yulen. Had me twirling my hair and everything. 🤭🤭
I don't wanna talk too much about the demo in case someone reads this and gets spoilt but the ending? Gasping, jaw dropped, eyes wide, not breathing. I saw it coming but I didn't see THAT coming.
It was honestly so so so intriguing. Can't way for the rest. Good job to the lot of you!!!
JUSTICE FOR SHYLOH!!! He gets mistreated even though he tries his best :( But then again, he does act suspiciously at times, wonder what's that about... ^^
On another note, he does get one extra ending during his route + an increased count of CGs compared to the other characters so hopefully that will appease your heart that good things are set to come for the final release... or will they? ^^
Yulen's actually the favorite character of our sprite artist as well so I'm really happy to see that he's been favored!! We wanted to give him the punk/rocker aesthetic but also keep his hidden street-smarts persona, so I'm glad to know the combination is working well!
Regarding the glitches and bugs, since we were rushed for time due to two of our programmers leaving right before the playtesting phase, we had to speed up the process of implementing our fixes. However, we're currently working on integrating the remaining errors so we can deliver a more bug and glitch-free version of the game :)
By the way noctu, if you have the extra time, think you'd be up for filling in this form with some of the errors you mentioned? That would really help us a lot with pinpointing them quicker - https://shorturl.at/ptFL5 Thank you in advance!
I don't like you funny words magic man. You're getting me scared as to the fate of Shyloh. He'll be fine, right?... ^^
On another note, YESSSS, Yulen's dynamic is amazing. It works amazingly, kudos to your artists and the art made. I'm glad to hear that Shyloh gets some extra love, he deserves it after how we've treated him.
Oh, also I filled the form out for the camera panning and I did try to find some of the pronoun errors but I can't find them :(
Apparently they never existed according to my game. I'm sorry to hear about the programmers, hoping you get some good luck to fixing that issue.
Who knows what Shyloh's fate will be, it's all up to your future decision... ^^ Also, thank you for your compliments regarding Yulen. Everyone was super ecstatic to read your enthusiastic comment!
We're now working through the bugs you mentioned on the form (ty for filling it in), and we should we able to put forward a less bugged version soon (fingers crossed 1-2 days for the hotfix)! Plus, some new Yulen expressions will be added in during the next update ;)
AHHHH! It's so good! Shyloh has me blushing lol. I can't wait to see how it's gonna be when it's done! Though I'm curious when will it be done if you don't mind me asking.
Hi there! Copy-pasting my answer for the previous question here as well so you don't miss it by any chance~
'We were originally planning on a full release for Otome Jam (July 1st), but due to some missing assets, we decided to go with an extended demo release instead. This way, we don't keep our fans waiting for more and can work on polishing up our full release even more.
Hope you enjoy interacting with our new cast (plus more moments with Shyloh) in the new build ;)'
Ooooh, okay. Thanks for telling! I can't wait to see more of shyloh and the others. Question though, does that mean the extended demo is coming out on July 1st and then full release is being pushed back? And if it is, do you have a guess for a date? If not, that's fine! I really love this VN so i'm just so curious!!!!
That's right! We'll be publishing the extended demo for Otome Jam ^^
As for the full release, we don't have a determined date yet. We have a large portion of the assets prepared, so it's mostly a matter of receiving the remaining ones and implementing them.
Fingers crossed, we can aim for a finished product by the end of this year! We'll be posting on our socials so feel free to follow them for future updates :)
THIS IS GENUINELY SO COOL, GOOD JOB ON MAKING THIS!! i like CANNOT wait for the full release!! but on the topic of the full release, how much is it?? i gotta prepare my money
Thank you like, I love this game and the storyline and Shyloh is so cute and innocent why Poppy why are you so mean to him :C, until then my friends, Heart, Heart, Kiss, Kiss, Love, Love, can't wait to see my Baby shyloh.
It's comments like these that pump up the motivation for our team!
Shyloh is super glad to receive your love as well. He knows he has big shoes to fill as the only villain but hopefully, he'll get his happy ending with the extra spice to make up for all the despair~
Can't wait to see you check out the full release! ^^
Np, thank you for making a game that good. until then full release my friends. Heart, Heart, Kiss, Kiss, Love, Love, can't wait to see my Baby shyloh. 😘😁
I saw that you plan on releasing full game on July and oh my god that's actually so soon? I think you will be the first creator to release a full game this year who actually interests me with their story and characters <3 Looking forward to itt
Hi there! I'm assuming you're referring to the speed difference between regular text and NVL mode. If so, yes, we'll be correcting that for our full release ^^
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment!! It really motivates our team to see such a positive response ^^
We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the full release production process for Otome Jam (July 1st) so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed our game ^^
I'll copy the same reply for your other comment here as well in case you miss it but our full release will be around July 1st 2024, just in time for the Otome Jam 2024!
We've released an extended demo for now due to our time constraints for the full release, but hope you enjoy the new additions we've made to the game ^^
Absolutely adored the demo, I love being able to just outright snap at Shyloh after all that sudden worship, I loved the dialogue and agreed with it.
I'm interested to see how the villain holds up to villainy or if he's a secret hero and the others are a villain, but absolutely looking forward to the game and the character customization expansion.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! Glad you enjoyed the game and the extra bit of dialogue with Shyloh XD
For our full release, Sev is going to have more options to say what's on her mind - can't be too trusting of random pixies these days ^^
As for the second part, I'm afraid of giving spoilers so no comment haha~ but I hope you enjoy our future updates when we release sneak peeks of our characters!
First of all, I got absorbed by the beautiful music greeting me when just arrived to the main menu. ALL the music is so fantastic, completely drag you into the nostalgic and magical atmosphere of the story.
The writing is delicious, the beginning made me feel so confused in such a good way. Couldn't stop myself of wondering what's coming next.
And then is Shyloh, who's destined to succeed as everybody's dearest villain because he's totally an all-I-wish-in-a-boyfriend character. Even his obsessive side is presented as cute and makes sense with his backstory.
The art is so great, completely love the character design for Shyloh and the customizable MC. Also dying for the initial CG, I love it. Looking forward to the next characters!
And that's all, only have good things to say about this masterpiece.
Congratulations to the team for the wonderful work 🎊🎊
AHHHH THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE HEARTFELT COMMENT KATE! ABSOLUTELY MADE MY DAY!!!
It really means a lot to see such enthusiasm for our game (so close to sobbing reading this lol) (✿♡´͈ᴗ`͈)ฅ˒
Our dearest child Shyloh has gone through so much, so it only makes sense to make him go through even more for the full release~~
Howeveeeeer, I'm partial towards him so he'll be receiving the highest CG count and route endings (director bias who??). So I hope you enjoy that in the future XD
The upcoming characters will have quite a hard time competing with him lol But maybe the player will change their fate, who knows ♡(ゝ◡╹ )ノ♡
OMGGG, thank you so much Endysis! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed it~
Fun fact! We used some of your game icons as artistic inspo because of how beautiful they are so it means a lot to see you like the game ^^
We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the production process for Otome Jam so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
Good DAMN this is good I can't wait to for the full version and NSFW WORK even better <3 and make your own character too >3> I love it I can't wait see what the other guys looks like :D
Thank you so much for your kind words!! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed our game so much ^^
Our full release is scheduled for July 1st so feel free to follow our updates on socials and itch devlogs as we share sneak peeks of our artwork, progress reports, and more!
Aweee thank you so much! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the game!! We'll be sharing updates regarding our progress reports for the game so feel free to check them out (especially the artwork for our upcoming cast, hehe~)
Yaaaay, so glad to hear that and thank you for the comment!! We're going to hype up the game even more for the upcoming full release (Otome Jam 24 / around July 1st)~
Can't wait to showcase the rest of our diverse cast as soon as possible :))
So happy to hear that you enjoyed it~ We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the production process for Otome Jam so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
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I know that was necessary for the plot and further unexpected turns, but never ever I wanted to punch anyone in the face so much as the MC at the beginning of the story lol
My villian, my dear, I love you ❤️
Many thanks for creating such an amazing character, I want to hug him and give him the whole world. Hope in the full release I can do that hehe
Other characters also are... something 🫢
This comment took me out FHJGSJGFS! As the writer, I strongly urge you to hold off on punching Sev for now XD
I got a few comments during EpyksLion's playthrough, and it hit me that 'Stupid MC Syndrome' was happening IRL. Two main critiques: 'Why didn’t Sev use a bigger weapon to kill the pixies?' Valid, but she can only conjure stuff she's familiar with, plus I wanted it tied to her medical background (instead of just saying 'Hey, she studies medicine and has trauma from her overbearing parents' LOL). I'll make that clearer in a future patch.
Another one was that she ignored the red flags and went with the pixies. First, we needed more MC-pixie interactions without our villain. Second, one pixie's power affects Sev’s behavior, but maybe that clue was too buried. I'll work on highlighting that better too.
Those were the big ones, but let me know if you think of other reasons why MC was so punchable. If it’s not a 'rewrite the whole story' thing, we can tweak it for the full release! The MC gets smarter post-route selection, but the initial naivety annoyed a lot of people, lol. Love to implement the feedback tho ^^
On a positive note, I’m thrilled you loved our villain! Seeing players enjoy his character means a lot, especially since he's been the spoiled baby in development XD Highest CG count and even an extra ending—bias, who? Please.
BTW, do you like any of the other pixie characters? I'd love to hear your thoughts on them too.
I'm glad I could make you laugh and thank you for listening to your audience!
As for the MC... probably for me the reason to feel this way about them is that their behavior was not entirely logical. I'll explain why. Of course they are scared and shocked, so their reaction to the villain is quite understandable, but at the same time they behave quite rudely towards a person who did nothing bad to them and is simply offering help. But when you listen to what the MC says, it feels like they kicking a puppy. Moreover, Sev is a doctor, so besides being wary, they should have curiosity, logic, and a desire to understand. But they don't want to listen to the villain... well, yes, Sev asks two questions, but it seems that they already set themselves against everything villain says. Why tho? Especially since Sev had "seen" the villain before and in the dream he showed nothing but warmth, sadness, and tenderness. So aren't they simply interested in understanding how their dream is connected to what's happening? Why do they see this particular person? However, they're not given much time alone, so maybe they will be able to talk more in the future.
However, when six (six!) complete strangers appear in front of the MC, they're like... yeah, this is definitely much better than the single person who hasn't shown any aggression and already promised to help get me home. Pfff. Well, I mean, even if just think about it, it’s much easier to run away from 1 person than from 6 if things get messy, no? And they all call the villain, well... a "villain" heh, but some of the "heroes" are noticeably sarcastic towards the MC! And like, I wouldn't follow a person who mocks me with words, calling me "stupid". I wouldn't follow a whole crowd of strange, unfamiliar people. Considering that the villain literally begs not to do it, I would be curious about the reason why he says that. The pixies call him a "villain", but why should I believe them? So far, he hasn't done anything bad to Sev. Or at least, like you said, make it more clear that the MC's consciousness is being manipulated. Because for now it seems that Sev is just emm extremely naive and was easily tricked by the beautiful appearance.
I understand that Sev is a separate personality, and not a "player", but it is still a game, so more choices would be nice.
You know about "choices without a choice"? It's an option in games where you give the player the illusion of choice, but it doesn't affect the game's main story line. It may affect the characters' relationships with each other or with the main character, but it will not affect the plot in any way. The most obvious example is the moment when the protagonist decides who to go with. This is the perfect moment to add the possibility of "illusion".
You give the players two options. The first is to go with pixies. Nothing changes here, but the player chooses this option themself, so they will not have the feeling that it was forced or chosen for them by someone else.
The second is to choose the villain. However! The illusion is that when the MC makes this decision, manipulative pixie will increase his magic, the villain will notice this and in order to protect, the same attack scene will happen again. Something like "thank you very much, but he already offered to help me, so... oh, weird, why I'm so dizzy right now."
In this case, MC can also stop the villain (in the same manner), because he clearly fell into a state of affect and it would be impossible to stop him with just words. In this case, you let the players choose who they want, but the plot will still force MC to intervene anyway, and the pixies took advantage of this.
In games, it is very important to give players the control, especially when making important decisions, even if it ends up being just an illusory choice^^
Well, regarding the pixies, I won't describe my feelings for each character so that it doesn't become a spoiler, but they are interesting, they clearly represent exactly what they are supposed to. I'm a fan of horror date sim VNs, so I would gladly surrender myself into the hands of dangerous crazy obsessively possessive yanderes, but in this case the villain completely captured my heart.
Oh wow, thank you for the detailed feedback, RinRan! I really appreciate you taking the time to write this constructive criticism.
We originally planned for each choice to have a score system to impact the story and unlock different routes, but due to delays and asset preparation issues, we didn't finish it in time for the jam. Illusionary choices were extra and not prioritized, but since we've passed the deadline, we can add some for player satisfaction without altering the storyline too much.
Regarding Sev, her situation is tricky because of multiple factors. Sev's naivety comes from her sheltered upbringing, causing her to reject Shyloh's warmth due to unfamiliarity and being overwhelmed. Her choice of villains is triggered by the choking scene with Helios. We can reduce red flags from the pixies and introduce a relevant story twist sooner to balance perceptions.
All in all, I'm going to try my best to address the stuff you mentioned. Some aspects are a little set in stone since changing them would mean altering someone's character or the story plot significantly, but others are easier to adjust ^^
I'm really glad to hear that you're curious about the other villains as well! I'm planning to introduce some twists to explore their backstories and what led them to become who they are. I hope you'll enjoy these additions and find them to be an engaging experience!
I love the game so far! I can't wait to play the finished product <3 speaking of that, how much would it cost?
Also when playing the game, there were times my character was referred to with the wrong pronouns ( I picked he/him, it kept on using she/her )
Thank you very much for your comment! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed our game ^^
As for your question - the final release will be free-to-play!
Regarding the pronoun issue, I'm soooo sorry to hear that :( our team double-checked the code for any errors in the script implementation but we must've missed something if you're encountering said problem.
As such, would it be possible for you to upload the screenshots/write down the lines (with the false pronouns) on this FEEDBACK FORM? It will greatly help us with correcting the issue for a future patch :D
Alright, I'll be sure to fill out the form once I'm free! Thank you so much!
Awesomeeee! Thanks a bunch, vamprel <3
That would reallyyy help us out a lot ^^
Just a quick update on this comment: the pronoun issues have been corrected in the newest build! We couldn’t have done it without your help, Vamprel. Thank you so much for your assistance! ^^
When first booting up the game, I forgot to download the Extended Demo files!
In truth, I’m fascinated by this story’s concept. Having our “villain” be a muted gray compared to the vibrant hues of the “heroes”; the potential of that idea and how much knowledge he holds… I really like how the demo carefully unravels only snippets of the story yet to come!
POTENTIAL SPOILERS (+ Rambling)
It makes you wonder! Do the cast each relate to or represent different stages of grief too? And ways the mind compartmentalize lived experiences? Or symbols of what Sev sought under the abuse dealt to them? And their wings and animal features, probably relate to aspects of their character - or an additional warning for what’s to come?
Is Shyloh the main holder of the most traumatic memories, which is why he claims to know the answers we seek? Someone Sev created to protect them from those who’ve hurt them, a vindicator in fear of the cycle of harm and loss repeating? Because he is unnamed, does that villain represent the fear of grappling with realizing Sev’s family has hurt them? His missing wing, the scars, treated as an outcast and scorned by the other pixies; does he reference that isolation imposed upon the MC growing up?
Or is Shyloh an ideal of someone escaping and finding freedom from the ones who have attempted to destroy him? Is his reverence a coping mechanism for old wounds? Perhaps this dysfunction is a reflection of Sev’s mental state or desire to be whisked away from their troubles too.
Either way, despite how much this comment focuses on our “villain,” I want to dissect and psychoanalyze each of these characters. Thank you and your team for all the hard work in delivering a snapshot of Chromatic Agape! Excited to see where this world born from paint takes our protagonist and the pixies.
Heya there, Noni! I’m really sorry for the delay in responding to your wonderful comment. It was so beautifully written that I wanted to take my time to give it the attention it deserves. Your analysis truly made my day—it’s one of my favorite comments on the game page! (⁄ ⁄•⁄ω⁄•⁄ ⁄)
As you mentioned, I aimed to create characters that embody moral complexity, diving into darker themes in the demo while leaving space for redemption in the full release. I'm thrilled that players like you have picked up on the good/bad dynamic, even with characters who seem virtuous at first! (๑˃ᴗ˂)ﻭ
Regarding your insights on grief, we’ll explore that more deeply in the full release, and you’re right on track! Sev's struggles with her trauma from her overbearing parents and the pressure to suppress "sinful" emotions like pride, envy, greed, etc...
She essentially has the power of a God within the painting, but her understanding is limited by her experiences, like when she used the propofol injection and scalpel instead of conjuring stronger weapons to wipe all the pixies. That’s why she must undergo a character evolution to unlock more of her power and understand the motives behind each species' actions.
As for the wings and animal features, each was carefully chosen and carries certain hidden symbolism. For instance, we selected the Goliathus Beetle for Yulen, the Hero of Wrath, to embody strength and resilience. Initially, we thought about using a dragonfly for Kai, the Hero of Sloth, symbolizing change/rebirth, but we ultimately opted for mantis wings due to a pivotal moment in his route (avoiding spoilers, of course). So yes, these details are intentional, and I’m so glad you noticed them—congratulations on being one of the few to do so! (✧ω✧)
Your interpretation of Shyloh is spot on! I feel like adding too much might spoil future developments, but his title as the nameless pixie reflects Sev's struggle to accept him. While she remembers the names and behaviors of other pixies, Shyloh’s protective nature and affection for her remain an enigma she can’t quite grasp. It’s a fascinating dynamic to explore, and I can’t wait to see how it unfolds! ✧(｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
If you have any more questions or comments, feel free to drop them! I’d love to answer them!!!
I rlly like this game little green man is my fav.
also a very interesting story!! im gonna be thinkin about this for months...
OMG, Merka has a fan already? FJSGHJSGFJ Our little man is so stoked to hear that! (But shhh, don’t let him know I mentioned his height—he might come and take my typing hands away! XD)
Aside from that, I’m so thrilled to see your lovely comment, Bigsimpbrain! Thank you for giving our game a shot, and I hope you stick around for the full release as well! ^^
Thanks for the reply!!! and oh yes.... I'll be waitin on the edge of my seat hehe. >:)
This is an incredible demo! I am so excited to watch this game develop. Absolutely wonderful work!
Awe, that’s so kind of you to say! Thank you for the support T~T <3 It’s lovely comments like this that really motivate us to keep working on the project!
Watched EpyksLion's let's play and I was just so blown away by the beautiful artwork the whole video.
This game has so much potential, and the feels!!! That parent scene broke my heart. I'm looking forward to seeing more!
Oooo, I’m so stoked to see a familiar name here! Happy to have you, Red! I’m also thrilled to hear you watched the playthrough. EpyksLion did a wonderful job showcasing the game, and I’m grateful it brought even more players to this tiny corner of the itch yandere games, hehe~
Thank you for your comment! It means a lot to hear that from an experienced dev like you, so we’ll work hard to do justice and keep you looking forward to the full release! More parental melodrama awaits us, lol, but at least Sev will learn to move past her trauma and become a more evolved protagonist!
P.S. Congrats on your Yaoi Jam entry! I can’t wait to check it out as soon as I can ^^
omg ghoroor means pride in hindi/urdu too and i cant help but notice it was used in association w adonis who is the hero of pride ... i love being bilingual and picking up on this stuff lmao
AHHH so hyped to see someone spotting that detail! One million points for bilingualism ^^
Fun fact, all the titles for the pixies powers are associated with a specific language in terms of their meaning/origin.
During my research process for the writing (psychology of emotions, symbolism for sins and virtues, etc...) I came across a lot of Roman and Greek elements which you can also find in their love thematics (they're mentioned in the character desc on this page, such as Pragma for Adonis).
Then I realized, there's not much rep for Asian literature regarding said topic so I tried adding clues in Persian, Turkish, Hindi, Urdu, etc... as much as I could. So glad to see that this effort has been noticed by someone!
Let me know if you spot any of the other language-related elements as well (ehem *character names for example* ehem)!!!
Omg this demo is fantastic ! 10\10 will recommend i cant wait to see more and learn more of the lore
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment!! It really motivates our team to see such a positive response ^^
Can't wait to showcase the rest of our lore as soon as possible (legit can't stop myself from spoiling since I'm so excited to share lol).
i waaaannnna be spoiled
There's so much I wanna say about this game but to put it bluntly, oH BOY. The demo had me so enthralled. Absolute edge of my seat with anxiety and suspense. I loved it!
Some spoilers ment: Its so well written. The vocabulary, story telling and just written aspect is so nicely done. The sprites, character design and CGs are gorgeous!! I really appreciate the detailed trigger warnings per route, helps to know what to expect especially since I already see a few favorites I like amongst the pixies. I can honestly say its so good how these characters are written to be both likeable while also maintaining that air of just "i still dont trust them". Shyloh, Merka and Kai were my favorites. Shyloh's first CG for him was just *chefs kiss*. I truly don't believe he's the one who attacked us. Something tells me Rosario has a lil chameleon power, the personality switch and way he arrived late the party was hinting. I'm curious to see how each route is going to go especially with the way things ended. It feels ALOT of it is self-serving on behalf of the pixies at the cost of MC from my take on it. Genuinely curious if well see some type of redemption or make them worse scenario depending on which character route chosen. (esp Kai, i want to believe he wants to help MC but i'm so skeptical of everyone now ^^")
Nonetheless, I'm so excited to see what's to come. AMAZING job on everything!!
Choking back tears at such a detailed and motivating comment. I absolutely loooove reading these, I swear!
Balancing the villainy of the characters while leaving room for potential redemption was quite a challenging task. My goal was to create a storyline where the characters are portrayed in shades of gray, rather than just as heroes or villains. I'm soooo glad to hear that my efforts have paid off and that the vibe I aimed to convey is coming through.
As for whether the characters will become even more evil or find redemption, I'm trying my best not to give any spoilers. However, I can say that the demo hints at which characters have redemption arcs and which will remain unapologetically evil in the remaining routes. As much as I'd love to redeem everyone, the 'I can change him' trope would fall flat if applied to all the characters.
Regarding Sev, without giving too much away, her parents and their treatment significantly impact the Ehsas in the painting. Therefore, who knows— maybe by changing the flow of energy, things might change... or not. All I can say is that everything's connected, from the pixies' personas and Shyloh's mannerisms to Sev's own trauma.
Speaking of Shyloh, let's just say he's very reverent of Sev, and the title of God is above a Songbird, so to speak. So who knows if it was really him or another pixie at play, hehe... ^^
There's a chance you probably already know by now but, in the Android demo of the game character sprites clip (idk if that's the right word). Not really a big deal though.
Hi there binyeulm, thank you so much for pointing that out! Our programmers are working on the bug as we speak and we'll be correcting said error in the android build by tonight (fingers crossed).
Hope you enjoyed the rest of your gameplay though ^^ Curious to know your thoughts~
it says there should be options downloading for windows but when i press to download it only shows for android?
Maybe it was a glitch in the website, could you check again pls to see if it's visible or not? ^^
oh it works now, huh, it didn't work before when i tried reloading and reopening the website
Phew, glad to hear that it works now! Enjoy your game ^^
I don't mind the view, but I can't see any of the character's faces, there all like this.
OMG FSHGFJGSFJS
Does restarting the game fix the issue by any chance? If not, then it might best to wait 1-2 days for the bug-free version to come out T~T (unless you don't mind playing out this scene with the... interesting view for now XD)
Could you let us know which build had this error btw?
It's for the PC Demo.
Thank you! Uploaded a new game file which should technically solve the issue. Let me know, if you're still encountering the problem!
I was immediately suss of the other pixies but was not expecting that to go so dark so quickly, but it was great. My first choice was to
Spoilers
confront Shyloh because I didn’t trust the others, - and seeing him come in for the rescue at the end was pretty sexy of him (even with the threat lol) so that was neat. Excited to learn more about Kai as I’m curious as to why he helped us.Thank you for the lovely comment Corvid! I'm glad to hear that you liked the game and that bit with Shyloh XD
We had to show his different sides if you get what I mean ;)
Feel free to follow our updates on socials for the full release, we have a large portion of our assets ready so fingers crossed, we can deliver the final product by the end of the year ^^
gotta say i wasn't expecting the story to take such a turn from the previous demo, but after adjusting to it i did enjoy the horror side ^^ you guys are doing amazing work!
i wanted to ask if you had plans of releasing some sort of endings guide for the time being? i managed to get 2 bad endings and 10 cgs(of which 2 have 4 and 8 variants that idk how to get asjkdljlalk) but im not sure if there are more for now
i am also enjoying theorizing about the characters' roles and motives and the secrets of the painting, you guys did a good job with the current worldbuilding!! i need to get kai OUTTA there homeboy doesnt deserve this klasakjlhas shyloh too if he actually starts explaining things but we'll have to see v('-')v
this also left me wondering if in next update we will have more occasions to choose dialogue or if the conversations will be mainly guided like in the prologue(for example when sev sends shyloh away after the scuffle, i was expecting to be given the choice to stay with him or the heroes). I'm only asking out of curiosity, as the plot seems quite intricated, so it'd make sense to guide the reader a little lol
anyways thanks for such an engaging game, take care of yourselves ◝(ᵔᵕᵔ)◜
OMG SUCH A DETAILED COMMENT! I LOOOOVE IT!!!
Thanks for checking out the game blue_bean~
We were originally planning on doing the extended demo for NanoJam and the full release for OtomeJam, yet the process ended up being longer than expected. But I'm glad to see you enjoy the new version + the added assets/worldbuilding~~
For the endings, you'll only be able to unlock 2 (Sev - Bad Ending 1 & 2) for the current build. Same for the remaining CGs and variations (we have 10 CGs for the current build + 17 total variations if I'm not mistaken at the moment). The rest will be available for the full release, hence why you are not be able to unlock them. This decision goes back to how we originally planned to wrap everything up for Otome jam (so the slots were prepared) but instead of removing them for the current jam, we decided we still wanted to showcase the slots (be it the gallery, endings, triggers, etc...) as a way of letting the player know what's planned for the future!
As for the pixies, their powers, the dynamics between the heroes and the villain, what might happen in their individual routes, their motives, etc... I'm so excited to hear what theories you have in mind (but heads up, I can't spoil if they're right or wrong XD). Shyloh and Kai do get the short ends of the stick though... or perhaps they've done something to deserve it? Who knows... ^^
Regarding your comment for the choices, we actually do have plans to include more for the full release. Without going into details (and spoilers) much, the reason we had Sev follow the heroes was because we needed her to have some affection points with them for the upcoming route selection. Ergo, if we had Sev follow Shyloh, she wouldn't have been able to familiarize herself with the pixies + gain enough info as to which route she wants to pursue. Hope that cleared things up a bit, but no worries, you'll have more options for future interactions!
Let me know if any more questions pop up! Always happy to answer comments and questions from the players~
Take care of yourself as well <3
aa i see i see, good to know i won't have to scour every single combination of the choices for the cgs lol. It's nice to know what triggers the game will entail for players who need it, nice choice ^^
also yeah it makes sense to have sev familiarize with the heroes, for example were it for me i would've stayed with shyloh right away lolol but now that i've had the chance to know helios i can safely say i wanna kick him where the sun doesn't shine the first chane i get! (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)
which would be fitting with helios and all his sun symbolism lmao plus the HALO i just know homeboy is plotting to take sev's place and become the god of the paiting bc he's greedy asl lol
tho surprisingly the one that has me theorizing the most is actually kai! as the former leader(if i understood correctly kajskald) he might be the moon to helios' sun. His name means king in persian so he really might've been dethroned lol poor guy. With the white mourning veil he put on sev he might even be some sort of grim reaper (which may also connect to selene and hecate hhmm food for thought i suppose). Plus his centipede motif which i've seen can mean resilience but also once again connects with death?? i guess it can make sense if you look at bugs as cleaner of carcasses ¯\_(- ^ -)_/¯
ALSo shyloh's name meaning gift of god hello?? that's so cute with the game context kaskhhasdla (watch me say this and then find out he's a menace lmaoo)
anyways that's enough yapping from me, ty for explaining the cgs!!
WOWOWOWOW! THE LEVEL OF DETAIL IN THIS COMMENT, HELLO?! I LOVE LOVE LOOOOVE IT XD
I'm scared that if I open my mouth I'll start spoiling stuff, so I plead the fifth, but you're really on-point with the name/CG symbolism (to the point that I'm honestly shocked and amazed on how you caught them).
Our art director was also surprised on how quick you caught the references in the character designs FJGSFJSJF
But considering this lovely analysis, I have a feeling you're really going to like the symbolism and allegories we have planned for the full release. Fingers crossed, it'll be right up your alley~
As for Helios, weeeeeell, he may or may not have a twist for his route... who knows ^^
AHHHHH THAT'S ENOUGH FROM ME, MY MOUTH IS NOW ZIPPED XD
lol i really have a soft spot for games that incorporate mythology and symbolism so i enjoyed theorizing for this one too! really looking forward to the full release ✧ദ്ദി( ˶^ᗜ^˶ )
OMFG!!! AHHH!! I LOVE THE DESIGNS OF THE OTHERS SO MUCHHHH.
I can't wait for tomorrow. I'm so excited for more. I love Shyloh so much, he's so sweet. The art is honestly so spectacular, it makes me feel so giddy every time I see it.
I'm sooooo excited for Yulen and the others, mainly Yulen. They all look so cool. :>
Everyone has done such a good job, the game is great. Well done!!!
AHHHH! Thank you for keeping up with our updates noctu ^^ So happy to see such excitement for our new build, it really helps motivate our team for our full release as well~
I'm sure Yulen is also going be as giddy as you when you speak with him! I have a feeling he's really going to match your energy.
Let us know what you think of the game after your playthrough ♡ Elated to hear about your thoughts!
Why? Just why? That's all I have yo say. I am NOT happy to see how sev has treated shyloh. I do understand why they acted the way they did. I loved the almost lack of options near the introduction of the heroes because I too would be too shocked to say much.
The demo went soooo well. There are a few glitches however, sometimes the POV would pan too far down and I would just be looking at black and there would also be pronoun errors throughout where it would just revert to she/her (I played using they/them and he/him).
I really loved all the little details you sprinkled in, especially the fait halo around Helios's head. The way the heroes would bicker was cute and it made me giggle so much. I really loved Yulen, I really really loved Yulen. Had me twirling my hair and everything. 🤭🤭
I don't wanna talk too much about the demo in case someone reads this and gets spoilt but the ending? Gasping, jaw dropped, eyes wide, not breathing. I saw it coming but I didn't see THAT coming.
It was honestly so so so intriguing. Can't way for the rest. Good job to the lot of you!!!
JUSTICE FOR SHYLOH!!!
He gets mistreated even though he tries his best :(
But then again, he does act suspiciously at times, wonder what's that about... ^^
On another note, he does get one extra ending during his route + an increased count of CGs compared to the other characters so hopefully that will appease your heart that good things are set to come for the final release... or will they? ^^
Yulen's actually the favorite character of our sprite artist as well so I'm really happy to see that he's been favored!! We wanted to give him the punk/rocker aesthetic but also keep his hidden street-smarts persona, so I'm glad to know the combination is working well!
Regarding the glitches and bugs, since we were rushed for time due to two of our programmers leaving right before the playtesting phase, we had to speed up the process of implementing our fixes. However, we're currently working on integrating the remaining errors so we can deliver a more bug and glitch-free version of the game :)
By the way noctu, if you have the extra time, think you'd be up for filling in this form with some of the errors you mentioned? That would really help us a lot with pinpointing them quicker - https://shorturl.at/ptFL5
Thank you in advance!
I don't like you funny words magic man. You're getting me scared as to the fate of Shyloh. He'll be fine, right?... ^^
On another note, YESSSS, Yulen's dynamic is amazing. It works amazingly, kudos to your artists and the art made. I'm glad to hear that Shyloh gets some extra love, he deserves it after how we've treated him.
Oh, also I filled the form out for the camera panning and I did try to find some of the pronoun errors but I can't find them :(
Apparently they never existed according to my game. I'm sorry to hear about the programmers, hoping you get some good luck to fixing that issue.
Who knows what Shyloh's fate will be, it's all up to your future decision... ^^
Also, thank you for your compliments regarding Yulen. Everyone was super ecstatic to read your enthusiastic comment!
We're now working through the bugs you mentioned on the form (ty for filling it in), and we should we able to put forward a less bugged version soon (fingers crossed 1-2 days for the hotfix)! Plus, some new Yulen expressions will be added in during the next update ;)
AHHHH! It's so good! Shyloh has me blushing lol. I can't wait to see how it's gonna be when it's done! Though I'm curious when will it be done if you don't mind me asking.
From what I know it should be fully released around July 1!
Hi there! Copy-pasting my answer for the previous question here as well so you don't miss it by any chance~
'We were originally planning on a full release for Otome Jam (July 1st), but due to some missing assets, we decided to go with an extended demo release instead. This way, we don't keep our fans waiting for more and can work on polishing up our full release even more.
Hope you enjoy interacting with our new cast (plus more moments with Shyloh) in the new build ;)'
Ooooh, okay. Thanks for telling! I can't wait to see more of shyloh and the others. Question though, does that mean the extended demo is coming out on July 1st and then full release is being pushed back? And if it is, do you have a guess for a date? If not, that's fine! I really love this VN so i'm just so curious!!!!
That's right! We'll be publishing the extended demo for Otome Jam ^^
As for the full release, we don't have a determined date yet. We have a large portion of the assets prepared, so it's mostly a matter of receiving the remaining ones and implementing them.
Fingers crossed, we can aim for a finished product by the end of this year! We'll be posting on our socials so feel free to follow them for future updates :)
THIS IS GENUINELY SO COOL, GOOD JOB ON MAKING THIS!! i like CANNOT wait for the full release!! but on the topic of the full release, how much is it?? i gotta prepare my money
Yaaay, so glad to hear that you liked our game ^^
Our full release will be free of cost, so we hope you enjoy it and have a great playthrough!
o jogo é LINDO e parece muito interessante, estou ansiosa para o lançamento completo!!
- estarei mandando apoio do brasil!! ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ - ˵ ) ✧
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the game and that we have supporters from across the globe.
Hope you like the final release of our game as well and feel free to follow our updates on socials (✿♡´͈ᴗ`͈)ฅ
Thank you like, I love this game and the storyline and Shyloh is so cute and innocent why Poppy why are you so mean to him :C, until then my friends, Heart, Heart, Kiss, Kiss, Love, Love, can't wait to see my Baby shyloh.
Thank you so much for the passionate comment!
It's comments like these that pump up the motivation for our team!
Shyloh is super glad to receive your love as well. He knows he has big shoes to fill as the only villain but hopefully, he'll get his happy ending with the extra spice to make up for all the despair~
Can't wait to see you check out the full release! ^^
Np, thank you for making a game that good. until then full release my friends. Heart, Heart, Kiss, Kiss, Love, Love, can't wait to see my Baby shyloh. 😘😁
I saw that you plan on releasing full game on July and oh my god that's actually so soon? I think you will be the first creator to release a full game this year who actually interests me with their story and characters <3 Looking forward to itt
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment!! It really motivates our team to see such a positive response ^^
Can't wait to showcase the rest of our diverse cast as soon as possible :))
I wonder why it always go back to the default text speed time to time, I'm getting tired from the fixing-the-text-speed things. Is it a bug...?
Hi there! I'm assuming you're referring to the speed difference between regular text and NVL mode. If so, yes, we'll be correcting that for our full release ^^
Truly an amazing game! I can't even begin to fathom how much work was put into this. I am looking forward to the full release
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment!! It really motivates our team to see such a positive response ^^
We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the full release production process for Otome Jam (July 1st) so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
when will this be realased?
Our estimate for the full release is around July 1st 2024, which is the deadline for the Otome Jam 2024~
Feel free to follow our updates on socials and itch devlogs as we share sneak peeks of our artwork, progress reports, and more!
i lovee this game, im waiting for the full game to be released
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed our game ^^
I'll copy the same reply for your other comment here as well in case you miss it but our full release will be around July 1st 2024, just in time for the Otome Jam 2024!
it's on my birthday omg, thanku
AHH That's so wonderful to hear! This is going to be a bit early, but hope you enjoy the future birthday gift from our team, sukion (✿♡´͈ᴗ`͈)ฅ˒
Today's the day! Happy Birthday Sukion!!!
We've released an extended demo for now due to our time constraints for the full release, but hope you enjoy the new additions we've made to the game ^^
Absolutely adored the demo, I love being able to just outright snap at Shyloh after all that sudden worship, I loved the dialogue and agreed with it.
I'm interested to see how the villain holds up to villainy or if he's a secret hero and the others are a villain, but absolutely looking forward to the game and the character customization expansion.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! Glad you enjoyed the game and the extra bit of dialogue with Shyloh XD
For our full release, Sev is going to have more options to say what's on her mind - can't be too trusting of random pixies these days ^^
As for the second part, I'm afraid of giving spoilers so no comment haha~ but I hope you enjoy our future updates when we release sneak peeks of our characters!
This game is gorgeous in so many ways ❤️
First of all, I got absorbed by the beautiful music greeting me when just arrived to the main menu. ALL the music is so fantastic, completely drag you into the nostalgic and magical atmosphere of the story.
The writing is delicious, the beginning made me feel so confused in such a good way. Couldn't stop myself of wondering what's coming next.
And then is Shyloh, who's destined to succeed as everybody's dearest villain because he's totally an all-I-wish-in-a-boyfriend character. Even his obsessive side is presented as cute and makes sense with his backstory.
The art is so great, completely love the character design for Shyloh and the customizable MC. Also dying for the initial CG, I love it. Looking forward to the next characters!
And that's all, only have good things to say about this masterpiece.
Congratulations to the team for the wonderful work 🎊🎊
AHHHH THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE HEARTFELT COMMENT KATE! ABSOLUTELY MADE MY DAY!!!
It really means a lot to see such enthusiasm for our game (so close to sobbing reading this lol) (✿♡´͈ᴗ`͈)ฅ˒
Our dearest child Shyloh has gone through so much, so it only makes sense to make him go through even more for the full release~~
Howeveeeeer, I'm partial towards him so he'll be receiving the highest CG count and route endings (director bias who??). So I hope you enjoy that in the future XD
The upcoming characters will have quite a hard time competing with him lol But maybe the player will change their fate, who knows ♡(ゝ◡╹ )ノ♡
This game is just gorgeous so far, I'm so intrigued to see how it develops!
OMGGG, thank you so much Endysis! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed it~
Fun fact! We used some of your game icons as artistic inspo because of how beautiful they are so it means a lot to see you like the game ^^
We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the production process for Otome Jam so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
AHHH I'm so honoured to hear that my games inspired even just a little part of this ;^; I'll definitely be looking forward to it, best of luck!
Of course! Super glad to have your support ^^
Best of luck to you for your upcoming projects as well~~
Good DAMN this is good I can't wait to for the full version and NSFW WORK even better <3 and make your own character too >3> I love it I can't wait see what the other guys looks like :D
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment!! It really motivates our team to see such a positive response ^^
For our NSFW scenes, we're also going to add dom/sub options to enhance the player's experience. Gotta spice things up for our future storyline XD
Our estimate for the full release is around July 1st 2024, which is the deadline for the Otome Jam 2024~
Feel free to follow our updates on socials and itch devlogs as we share sneak peeks of our artwork, progress reports, and more!
Consider me invested in this game, the art itself is really beautiful and the story! oh my gosh <3
Thank you so much for your kind words!! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed our game so much ^^
Our full release is scheduled for July 1st so feel free to follow our updates on socials and itch devlogs as we share sneak peeks of our artwork, progress reports, and more!
What is the guesstimate for when the full game will come out?
Thank you for checking out our game! Our estimate for the full release is around July 1st 2024, which is the deadline for the Otome Jam 2024~
Feel free to follow our updates on socials and itch devlogs as we share sneak peeks of our artwork, progress reports, and more!
How many love interest would it beeeeee
Thank you for your comment! We're going to have 6 additional characters added for our full release which include the heroes of the painting~
Hope you get the chance to check out future updates when we drop their character concept art and more! ^^
I love this game!!! can't wait for the complete version!
Aweee thank you so much! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the game!! We'll be sharing updates regarding our progress reports for the game so feel free to check them out (especially the artwork for our upcoming cast, hehe~)
The artistic direction of this project is incredible, I am very excited for the full game!
Awe thank you so much, that's so kind of you to say!!! The director of our art department, Dagmell, really outdid themselves~
All our artists did such a fabulous job, I'm so proud to be working alongside them ^^
We're going to share further updates for our full release (esp the artwork) so feel free to check em out on our socials and devlogs!
I may or may not have Shyloh as my desktop wallpaper... loll
That's fabulous to hear! Now Shyloh can be even closer to his very own Creator~
Who knows, maybe next time, he'll leap from your screen and come into the real world...
Can someone do a c.ai bot of shyloh??? (pls, i need it
Thank you for checking out the game~ Shyloh has stolen so many hearts already XD
He's going to have a very important role in the upcoming full release so we'll get to share his obsessive side even more ^^
i'm??? so??? hyped??? rn??? omg??? TT
Yaaaay, so glad to hear that and thank you for the comment!! We're going to hype up the game even more for the upcoming full release (Otome Jam 24 / around July 1st)~
Can't wait to showcase the rest of our diverse cast as soon as possible :))
Loved this!! Loved the tension and the creepiness! Can't wait for the next part I WANNA MEET ALL THE CHARACTERS!!!!!
AHHH Thank you so much Heiden!
So happy to hear that you enjoyed it~ We'll be sharing sneak peeks of the rest of the cast as well during the production process for Otome Jam so I hope you have a lot of fun checking them out as well!
The heroes await you... :))