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It's understandable with the challenges of balancing a career and the novel. I'd prefer for you to not worry about the expectations of others or keeping to a regular release tempo from when you were writing full time. The most important thing I think is to find a realistic balance to fit creating this novel in your life in a way that won't burn you out and gives you enjoyment to do. The only obligation you should feel is to look after yourself.

Hope we'll get a sprite for Tank without his mask to go with the scenes where he removes it :3

I was curious myself so compared the scripts. The added images are in:

- Chapter 5 (shower piss at cabin)

-Chapter 16 (pool bj & Damian dream)

- Chapter 17 (shower bowling stackup)

- Chapter 21 (pool sex, animated!)

Take whatever time you need, for yourself (most of all) and for the VN

No new CGs for this update only, or ever again?

It's not mentioned in the changelog, but go speak to the jeweler Zoe in Northcrest after completing the Crestshore events.

Everyone's hard work is incredibly evident in the quality releases to date. Definitely excited for what's to come, but appreciate this is a marathon and not a race. So take care of yourselves first of all, it's a foundation the rest can build on.

This VN is a nice and comforting world to immerse myself in for a while. Quite enjoying it so far. 

One thing that really confuses me is why Sam doesn't reveal his origins to any of the love interests even though things are developing. All the teachers know already and I think everyone would be receptive. Seems strange to fall in love and still be holding a huge secret back for seemingly no reason.

It's just incredibly recognisable for English speaking nations that celebrate Christmas, which is typically the main holiday of the year. For me that put it at odds with the scene, bringing up moods and memories that didn't fit the moment in the story. It's a short scene at least.

Strange choice of music for the attic scene in the intro. It's a Christmas carol "O Come, All Ye Faithful"

Getting an error with the font size change on Alex's route if I envision Festin (line 247)

The fire crackling noise seems to continue way longer than it should. Walking outside with Panuk, visiting Philip for treatment etc.

Really loving the VN though, and hoping that Chris will find a way to stay with Tonraq :3

Filter sounds good, but limit it to minor tweaks and alterations. If implementing a content filter means significantly compromising a route to accommodate, it would be better to just disable that particular route. It would be a shame to undermine an intended story in an attempt to please everyone. 

If I lose out on 25% of routes because of my kink preferences that sounds fine. I'd rather that than have 100% bland stories.

Since you mention that Chapter 1 is free, does that mean future releases will not be?

It's downloadable on the "about" page of the author's Patreon without subscription.

https://www.patreon.com/blackgategame/about

Is this release supposed to end at the first half of chapt2part9 when Ludus goes to bed at Xion's place? It returns to the main menu (line 774), but I see there is still a bunch of script that doesn't get shown.

Damn, missed it. That's a narrow window :(

The link above to your discord server mistakenly directs to ko-fi

That update was awesome, really kept up the high standard of the first release! Lots of moments that pulled me into the characters perspective and some really good development of the story concepts.

Hoping for a speedy recovery, but be sure to put your well being first

It does have a sex scene though, tastefully done (SFW) with the emphasis being on the emotional and story aspect of the event.

I love the stories with emotional connections and romance. So far it seems like this VN will not be lacking in that, even though it is SFW.

That's fair enough. I look forward to being along for the ride :D

It was unexpected for a demo to be able to evoke such a range of emotions in me already. Reading that blew me away. I'm glad there's more to come because I really need to see what the future holds for Lucian.

I notice there is no romance tag, is there any plan for that in the later story? I have some hopes for what might happen with certain characters, but can also see a potentially different outcome.

I'm super excited for what's to come! Just try your best and share your story and I don't doubt for a second I'm going to enjoy it :)

It's looking great already so far :D

You don't have any obligations to us for timeline. Just worry about enjoying what you're doing and having a good work life balance. I'll enjoy reading what you create whenever it's ready.

Good things like this VN are worth the wait. Take the time you need to tell your story. Don't worry about potential mistakes (none have been evident), always better to be bold and take a chance :D

Hoping the best for your happiness and recovery

Good things are worth waiting for. Take as long as it needs.

Outstanding beginning. I really need more of this story!

I was wondering if you were referring to a specific moment in the story so far. I'm definitely keen for Criator exploring the story of ancient foes and those caught between them. Maybe everything isn't as clearly light/dark, just as you indicate. Nolan sees a light in Nicolai after all and Nolan is plagued by his own darkness perhaps.

Did you choose to encourage Logan to go to the bandit camp?  The mysterious stranger route is only available on the discourage/top Logan route currently.

This VN is off to a pretty good start. Effective use of music, sound effects and good backgrounds. The setting is interesting and from this intro you can already see some of the challenges to be faced. MC's place in the world is quite odd and unexpected, and will obviously factor heavily in those challenges.

Line 294 of Blizzardpounding is throwing an exception because of the uppercase B at the start

Looks like a coding error is blocking off entry to Kyle's route. It requires a Kylestory == 1 to jump to Kylework_2, except the only place get Kylestory +=1 is in Kylework_2. I suspect line 117 of Room_service is supposed to be Kylestory not Kylework.

Good things like this are worth the wait. I look forward to what's to come.

I just finished chapter 3 and that was an absolute masterpiece! I can't wait to see what's in store for our adventurers. Good things hopefully.

Oh boy, the looks I got for my laughter at that scene.... no regrets, she's fantastic.