I Know I’m Late For The Party, But Here Is My Highly Specific Favorite Ship Dynamics.

sculptures for some cool-cats :-)

Can you tell us more about the magic skills? Like infliction, transmania etc

Hooo okay, so I sat on this one for a few days because I wanted to decide if I wanted to bring this up before it comes up in a released form, and ultimately decided sure, though it could be considered spoilers. So that’s warning number one.

Warning number two is that I’m currently working at the alpha level. I’m really trying to emphasize that because certain elements of this list could change when I reach the editing process, or even mid-way through the alpha if I feel like it’s not working well enough. I’ve done a good amount of planning, but this is my first time putting a game together on my own. So. yeah. Keep those things in mind.

On to the fun stuff!

There are two primary trees of magic available to the MC: Blood Magic and Mind Magic. The MC is locked into either one of these trees or the other based on their choices in the first chapter, though they may be able to train up skills on the other tree later down the road.

Blood Magic includes three major skills:

Healing, which should be sort of self explanatory I think

Infliction, which is the flip side of healing, and may verge into full-blown necromancy. This school is primary concerned with encouraging disease and rot to inflict damage.

Transanima, which is the ability to transform themselves (or parts of themselves) and other living creatures into other living creatures. The ability cannot cross realms (a squirrel cannot become a Brownie, for example) but within the bounds of their realm a creature can become anything if enough power is used (a squirrel CAN become an elephant if you try hard enough.) Transformations come with varying levels of permanency.

Mind Magic includes three major skills:

Evocation, which is concerned with manipulating the cardinal elements for one’s own benefit. Fireballs, water bending, etc. all fall into this category.

Illusion, which is concerned with casting both complete fabrications and changing the appearance (though not the physicality) of objects on people.

Conjuration, which could also be termed “summoning.” This ability allows you to pull non-hostile, non-sentient Fae of a range of sizes through the veil to aid you.

There are also three other skills available to the MC of either tree:

Alchemy, which is essentially what River is doing in chapter Two with the spray bottle and bracelets. IE, using a mixture of physical ingredients and primary rules like Affinity to create tools.

Telekinesis, which is the ability to move objects around you by creating invisible gravity wells and forces.

Empathy, which in the MC will manifest only as the ability to push their emotions upon others. So Pushing empathy, but not receptive empathy.

Hello, whoever smart enough to read the epitaph of my everlasting – as long as it’s engraved on the dumped piece of chewed paper - memories. It's so kind of you to visit me in my loneliness.

I bear no name, but a tag, like an untamed beast incapable of having a family who would nurture and love me unconditionally back. I am The Harbinger, but your kin would likely call me “seer” – and this I do. I don’t wish to torment your rising, at this pick, curiosity any longer, as my intent is rather simple – to warn; and your’s will be to prevent.

1000 years ago, long before your parents’ grandparents were even born, there was a vivid in its rich colors world. There were organic trees and blooming flowers, tweeting birds who didn't gawk at corpses, smiling people not lurking at the shadows of restless night. Mother nature didn’t lash at wayward children yet, - people always have been taking everything for granted, which in turn ended up in otherworldly demise, which you, my anonymous friend, is witnessing.

Why, you would ask me, then I’m sitting under the canopy of rotting inn, writing you things you already have known the whole life? That, my dear, is the thing – when one door closes another opens: the item attached to this letter is more than just a pendant. It is but a hope – not for my generation anymore, but for your’s future one. The necklace contained with something vile, raw in its power, ready to rip and claw its way to the very fabric of the universe. In its intricate patterns lies magic – every soul has a little bit of it, did you know? Oh, how many fell victim – no, heroes – to the science, to fill up the jewelry with enough of enchantment to save what needs to be saved, to help who needs to be helped.

Use it, my lucky dearest, unleash the potential and go back in time, as you need to find The Silent Forest in its true sacre glory – it’s not a legend, child, 300 year before this exact moment there, it stood, looming above citizens. So go, child, run into the woods where, among the canopy of sturdy branches, shall be a prophet - seek help from them, gather allies and run, run again to the end of your journey, for it would be glorying, for it would be the dying of an Unknown. There, in the end, an Unknown would thank you with gentle breeze of somewhat familiar voice: "It was so kind of you to visit me in my loneliness".

Genre/s: Romance, High-Fantasy

Content Warning/s: There will be a more specific list in the game itself (presented before each chapter). But the general warning/s are: Mentions of violence, illness, slight body horror, nightmares, (hinted) panic attacks, (insinuated) sexual content, death.

Age Rating: 17+

Glory of the Damned is a high-fantasy/romance interactive fiction made with Twine. In this game, you play as a magic user with a troubled past who joins the Selection; the capital kingdom’s competition to search for the strongest magic users in all the lands. Learn more about the illness that’s been torturing the mages and find out its cure also while planning to confront the man who ruined your life.

It’s been 100 years since the Corruption, an illness that affected magic users exclusively, started claiming the lives of many people though out Dirinha. No one knew where it came from and no cure could be found; this caused many people to give up on learning magic in fear of losing their life.

Despite this, magic was still an important element and while there are those who have given up on it, there are a few who continue to practice it. Whether it was for a noble cause, to be rewarded generously with fame and fortune or mere curiosity, magic persisted. Those brave— some would say, foolish— individuals were invited to the capital. The Kingdom of Liestrum holds a competition every 15 years to find the strongest magic users and offer them the position of Royal Mage and serve the kingdom.

Many mages join due to the fortune the kingdom offers. You, on the other hand, will be using the Selection as a way to get back to the man who destroyed your life. You’ll take everything from him, just like he did to you.

A customizable MC;

Choose your gender (male, female, non-binary [also open for trans     people]), pronouns (neopronouns are available), personality, sexuality     & appearance

Romance 5 different Characters: 3 male, 1 non-binary & 1 gender     selectable

Learn the truth about the Corruption.

Pursue your plans for revenge or forgive those who hurt you once     you learn the truth.

Be Dirinha’s hero or be the villain and let it burn.

The Sun’s Warrior (M)

Prince Alistair Verlice; King Y'ldir’s first son and heir to the highest throne in Liestrum.

The Moon’s Confidant (NB)

Prime Emrys Kintar; King Y'ldir’s second born; Liestrum’s brightest scholar and a future ruler alongside his siblings.

The Star’s Adventurer (M/F/NB)

Paschal/Petra/Phyllo Valian; King Y'ldir’s adopted child; a future ruler and the future Scouting Leader of Liestrum’s army.

The Kingdom’s Assassin (M/F)

Officer Yeriel Myron; Liestrum’s finest warrior, an elite fighter not entirely affiliated with the Liestran army.

The Empire’s Viper (M/F)

Diviner Seiraya O'lidhren; The former Royal mage; a skilled magic user & aid to King Y'ldir.

OLD DEMO | Itch.io

Wayfarer Public Access Build 1.0.4

PLAY THE GAME ✦ FAQ ✦ PATREON ✦ KO-FI ✦ DISCORD ✦ BUG REPORT

The Game

Wayfarer is a dark fantasy interactive fiction game, written and developed in Twine. You play as a Wayfarer, a member of an order of warriors born with magical immunity in a world dominated by magic. It is currently in development.

The Story

When your mercenary work backs you into a corner, you take the only option available and accept a contract: to travel to the city of Velantis and steal an ancient artifact said to be blessed by the gods. Simple, right?

But Velantis holds more than you bargained for. Gathering a ragtag party of malcontents and renegades from across the city, you must navigate enemy factions, meddling guilds, and escalating political tensions. Your choices will ultimately determine the city’s fate – and the fate of every person who lives there.  

Key Features

✦ Create a fully customizable protagonist, selecting:

Gender (male, female, or nonbinary)

Pronouns (he/him, she/her, they/them or create a custom pronoun set)

Name, including aliases and nicknames

Ancestry (choose from 5 species—humans, dwarves, elves, Melusine and Aeda)

Origin (choose from 6 different backstories)

Appearance (including complexion, hair, eye colour, height and more)

✦ Upgrade 4 skills which will determine your successes and failures. Skill level is mixed with a dice roll on skill checks, adding an element of risk vs reward to your choices ✦ Unlock traits that reflect your character’s choices, providing bonuses and hindrances ✦ Recruit companions, build your relationships, and perhaps find romance

Romances are optional

Explore romances as straight, gay, bisexual or asexual

✦ Build rapport with 6 factions and choose whether to support or betray them ✦ Encounter timed choices on key decisions, with alternative results if time runs out or you choose to abstain ✦ Build a codex as you explore the world and encounter people, places, history, lore, magic and monsters ✦ Navigate thousands of branching choices for a unique, re-playable experience and story

The Main Cast

A childhood friend and a fellow Wayfarer. What does he know about the Order’s past and what lengths will he go to keep it hidden?

A Guild mage on the run who keeps her secrets closely guarded. What plot is she involved in and how deep does it run?

A disinherited scion to a mercantile empire. She’s hunting for her sister’s murderer, but what conspiracies will she uncover instead?

A former assassin who abruptly quit the league and turned himself over to the authorities. How far will he go to kill his past?

An extravagant leader of a theatre company and a brilliant con artist scamming the social elite. Behind the flashy exterior, what dark history is he hiding?

An ambassador from a secretive city in the mountains that recently opened its borders. Why is she here and what higher purpose does she serve? 

A gifted alchemist searching for the truth behind the source of magic. What devastating answers will he uncover?

The Public Build

Playable Content: The Prologue, Chapter 1 Route A and a small section of Chapter 1 Route B

Word Count: ~200k words across all choices, routes and codex entries

Average Playtime: 1 hour

Last Updated: April 10, 2021 (UI Updated)

Last Content Update: January 29, 2021 

[Play Here]

The Alpha Build

Playable Content: The Prologue, Chapter 1 Route A, Chapter 1 Route B (Viridian Lady investigation, Cove investigation, Edgewater investigation, Deadwood investigation)

Word Count: ~299k words across all choices, routes and codex entries

Average Playtime: Between 1 and 2 hours

Last Updated: May 27, 2021

Only available to Patrons and Playtesters

[Play Here]

Content Warning

The story is rated M for violence, explicit language, sexually suggestive themes and drug and alcohol use. Reader discretion is advised. 

Bug Report

If you encounter a bug or an error, you can file a bug report by filling out the form here.

Prologue & Chapter 1 Feedback Poll

Player choices are important! Help me learn about the game’s balance by filling out the Prologue & Chapter 1 Feedback Poll. This poll contains story spoilers; it is not recommend you fill it out until you complete the chapter.

Discord Community

Wayfarer has an official Discord server! You can join it here. Please note that the server is 17+ only.  

This game is currently in restricted access and is only accessible through the link available on this blog. It will not show up in itch.io’s search results. Cover and character portrait artwork are by @sunshinemage, all other image and background assets are as credited in-game.

POST UPDATED: 2021-05-27

Ambient sounds for writers

Find the right place to write your novel… 

Nature

Arctic ocean

Blizzard in village

Blizzard in pine forest

Blizzard from cave

Blizzard in road

Beach

Cave

Ocean storm

Ocean rocks with rain

River campfire

Forest in the morning

Forest at night

Forest creek

Rainforest creek

Rain on roof window

Rain on tarp tent

Rain on metal roof

Rain on window

Rain on pool

Rain on car at night

Seaside storm

Swamp at night

Sandstorm

Thunderstorm

Underwater

Wasteland

Winter creek

Winter wind

Winter wind in forest

Howling wind

Places

Barn with rain

Coffee shop

Restaurant with costumers

Restaurant with few costumers

Factory

Highway

Garden

Garden with pond and waterfall

Fireplace in log living room

Office 

Call center

Street market

Study room from victorian house with rain

Trailer with rain

Tent with rain

Jacuzzi with rain

Temple

Temple in afternoon

Server room

Fishing dock

Windmill

War

Fictional places

Chloe’s room (Life is Strange)

Blackwell dorm (Life is Strange)

Two Whales Diner (Life is Strange)

Star Wars apartment (Star Wars)

Star Wars penthouse (Star Wars)

Tatooine (Star Wars)

Coruscant with rain (Star Wars)

Yoda’s hut with rain ( Star Wars)

Luke’s home (Star Wars)

Death Star hangar (Star wars)

Blade Runner city (Blade Runner)

Askaban prison (Harry Potter)

Hogwarts library with rain (Harry Potter)

Ravenclaw tower (Harry Potter)

Hufflepuff common room (Harry Potter)

Slytherin common room (Harry Potter)

Gryffindor common room (Harry Potter)

Hagrid’s hut (Harry Potter)

Hobbit-hole house (The Hobbit)

Diamond City (Fallout 4)

Cloud City beach (Bioshock)

Founding Fathers Garden (Bioshock)

Things

Dishwasher

Washing machine

Fireplace

Transportation

Boat engine room

Cruising boat

Train ride

Train ride in the rain

Train station

Plane trip

Private jet cabin

Airplane cabin

Airport lobby

First class jet

Sailboat

Submarine

Historical

Fireplace in medieval tavern

Medieval town

Medieval docks

Medieval city

Pirate ship in tropical port

Ship on rough sea

Ship cabin

Ship sleeping quarter

Titanic first class dining room

Old west saloon

Sci-fi

Spaceship bedroom

Space station

Cyberpunk tearoom

Cyberpunk street with rain

Futuristic server room

Futuristic apartment with typing

Futuristic rooftop garden 

Steampunk balcony rain

Post-apocalyptic

Harbor with rain

City with rain

City ruins turned swamp

Rusty sewers

Train station

Lighthouse

Horror

Haunted mansion

Haunted road to tavern

Halloween

Stormy night

Asylum

Creepy forest

Cornfield

World

New York

Paris

Paris bistro

Tokyo street

Chinese hotel lobby

Asian street at nightfall

Asian night market

Cantonese restaurant

Coffee shop in Japan

Coffee shop in Paris

Coffee shop in Korea

British library

Trips, rides and walkings

Trondheim - Bodø

Amsterdam - Brussels

Glasgow - Edinburgh

Oxford - Marylebone

Seoul - Busan

Gangneung - Yeongju

Hiroshima

Tokyo metro

Osaka - Kyoto

Osaka - Kobe

London

São Paulo

Seoul

Tokyo

Bangkok

Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)

Alps

New York

Hong Kong

Taipei

A scream in the dead of night. A missing engineer. And a highly guarded breakthrough. Something woke up in the permafrost way north. Something man was never supposed to know. Take on the role as a for-hire investigator, sent by a private company to sort things out before the project bleeds even more funds.  Dartun Station is an interactive story heavily inspired by works such as The Thing, The Invasion of The Body Snatchers and some aspects of Lovecraftian Horror.

super late but here’s a very specific ship dynamic i’ve been obssessed with recently

The Icarus Plagues [WIP]

“I’ve been here far too many times, but it never feels quite right. My surroundings feel too alive to be the scene of a death. I can hear the mechanical whirring of the clockwork horses and the wheels of the copper carts they pull rattle against the cobblestone, as well as the music blaring loudly from the many clubs nearby.”

In The Icarus Plagues, you’re one of the Icarus Plagues in the steampunk city of Lanston.

When an important politician dies, it becomes your responsibility to find the soul eating Siren responsible, but when a certain monster comes into your life, it begins to seem like there’s more going on behind the scenes than you thought.

Work with the Plagues in order to control the Siren population in the city; side with the Academy and the Sirens in order to bring the Plagues to their knees and watch them burn; or try your hand at playing both sides for your own gain.

Characters:

The game feature 4 love interests, one of which is customisable to an extent. Your relationship with these characters and their thoughts on your choices will determine how long they stick around, and maybe even if they make it out alive.

Baxter/Blanche Donovan, a fellow Plague and your easy-going partner. Donovan has spent their whole life fighting for what they think is right, but maybe it’s time you offer them a new perspective.

Alex Clarke, a clockwork mechanic. Alex has had a close working relationship with both the Plagues and the Academy for years, repairing equipment and offering more difficult to acquire weaponry. It may take a little convincing, but they can serve as a powerful ally if given the chance.

Cecil/Cecelia Price, a gun for hire who has spent too much of their life trying to escape the grips of the lower city. They’ll help for a price, but perhaps you can convince them that they’re allowed to let people get close.

Cassidy/Cassius Gray, a Siren, Academy agent, and your “guardian angel”. Cass went missing three years ago, but has suddenly resurfaced with an Academy badge and an insistence that they mean you no harm. But Cass is a rogue Siren, the very thing that the Plagues seek to destroy.

Begin the demo here

Updates will be on this blog and the forum link will be here soon.

I love this game