Unagi's unique vision never ceases to absolutely floor me. even the ugliest parts of TATWIOYBOTAG feel essential to the look and feel of the abomination. While I think some elements could be refined to make my eyes bleed less, I found myself charmed by the awful giant block of a gradient that makes the textbox, and how it framed the character sprites as they move around the scene. Not to mention, the wacky vfx i have come to expect from unagi are all on point here, everything felt right! (minus the cobbled together Preston sprite but... it wasn't so terrible that it ruined my ability to appreciate the character.)
Honestly though, the real star of the show is the concept of a world where people can twain, and Preston can't. The consequences this have for language, culture, and Preston as someone who isn't able to split are deeply interesting. I also just, like- have never felt more seen in Unagi's work. the intersection of disability on a physical and mental level, and even the vaugely trans feelings of a sense of self that is in conflict with the world gives me a perspective character that I feel like I can truly understand, and who navigates this alien world in a way i feel i might too.
Unagi's other VN, IBUWHIP already won my heart, but TATWIOYBOTAG ripped it out of my chest and held it hostage. You better finish this as soon as the jam is over cuz I NEED more!
(also im going to destroy you for that opening. It was perfect.)