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Meet King Aurelian Caelum!

Aurelian Caelum [RO] - King of Celestia

Age:???(25) [ 6’0”(182cm)|White hair |Golden eyes ]

Note: Time and agin is slow in this story and humans age differently, for example since Aurelian has an angelic background he can live for centuries but for humans, the longest life span they can have are between 200-250. Some may defer depends of their background.

Aurelian was born into a family with a long and proud heritage, tracing back six generations of rulers who have come before him. The family of Caelum is known for their angelic ancestry and golden eyes with each generation possessing a connection to the divine and a sense of nobility and grace.

From a young age, Aurelian was trained to be a ruler, learning the art of diplomacy and governance from his father (Lucius Caelum) who was a respected king. Aurelian always felt he was destined for greatness, and he was determined to be the greatest ruler the kingdom of Celestia had every seen.

When he ascended early to the throne, King Aurelian quickly made his mark on Celestia. He was decisive and confident, making bold moves to expand his influence. His charisma and commanding presence that he showcases to the people, made him a natural leader, and he quickly won the admiration and loyalty of his subjects.

Despite that, King Aurelian has a hidden personality that he never showcase to his people. Such as his selfish and dishonest tendencies. He becomes jealous of other people’s success and recognition, with his perfectionist attitude that lead him to demand nothing but the best from himself and others, and he could be harsh and demanding to those who failed to meet his high standards.

King Aurelian’s desire for possession and control can lead him to act in ways that immoral or unethical. He may manipulate and deceive others to achieve his goals or use his power to gain what his.

Physical Appearance:

King Aurelian is a striking figure, with tanned skin and piercing golden eyes that seems to glow with an inner light. His tall height and lean, muscular build give him an imposing presence, and he moves with a grace and fluidity that belies his strength. His short hair is pure white, and he sometimes leave it natural or style it in a swept back fashion. Despite his youthful appearance, there is a hint of wisdom in his gaze that suggests he has seen much in his life.

💗 GROWING HEART - if they have a crush, is it noticable? what changes when they’re in love?

hey anon, I apologize for the delayed response. I had an issue with my inbox where I could see notifications, but no questions were visible. Thankfully, the issue has been fixed now. <3

Aurelian: Aurelian will not immediately show his emotions as he tries to comprehend and make sense of his feelings, considering he has never really encountered love before. As he falls in love, he will display more affection and attentiveness towards the person he is attracted to. As his feelings for them grow stronger, he will become more possessive and insistent on spending time with them.

Elara: at first, she may make an effort to appear professional and attentive in public, but as she falls in love, she will gradually become more candid and expressive towards the person she likes. This shift in behavior could lead to occasional episodes of distraction, where she will find herself daydreaming or losing focus on her work. But, she will quickly regain her composure and return to her tasks, with a determination to sort out her emotions at a later time.

Kazuo: given his reserved and guarded nature, it may be difficult to detect if he has a crush as he tends to keep his emotions to himself and struggles to express them, even to the person he cares about. However, as his feelings deepen over time, he will start to exhibit subtle changes in behavior. He will become more protective and expressive towards the person he loves, going above and beyond to ensure their safety and well-being. Despite his stoic facade, he will eventually become more emotionally vulnerable around the person he loves, allowing his guard to drop and be more open.

Aiden/Ava: you will 100% be able to tell if, A has a crush on someone, unless you are really oblivious. When A is around their crush, they will become more affectionate and clingy, and their behavior will change noticeably. They will become nervous or fidgety, and their face will turn red with embarrassment. Despite their best efforts to be subtle and maintain their composure, they will fail miserably, and their true feelings will be quite obvious to others. In fact, people in the kingdom, even children, will pick up on A's crush and tease them about it.

SC: they will be very tricky to know, since they’re very flirty in nature. So you wouldn’t know if they’re truly in love or is it all a trick?

MC to SC:

I love how I wrote too many scenes, but now I need to edit them down and organize them into other chapters. Just what I needed more work for future me. :)

Hey there!

I just wanted to pop in with a quick writing update. I'm happy to report that everything's going smoothly, and I've already managed to write around 1k words today. I'm still going strong and my aim is to complete two more scenes.

I appreciate your support!

Embark on a captivating journey as you assume the identity of Birbal, a brilliant prodigy, and immerse yourself in the enigmatic realm of the Mughal Empire. Behold a world thrown into chaos following the demise of Emperor Humayun, as a mere 14-year-old Akbar inherits the illustrious throne. Your choices shall shape the destiny of this young monarch, as you aid him in becoming the legendary emperor he's destined to be, or plunge the empire into turmoil by orchestrating a web of subversion and deceit. The power to shape an empire lies within your hands.

Amidst a cast of colorful characters, tread cautiously as you determine which souls can be deemed trustworthy, while remaining ever vigilant for those who may, with a swift and treacherous strike, plunge a dagger deep into your unsuspecting back. In this enthralling tale of loyalty and betrayal, the art of discerning friend from foe becomes your most vital survival skill. Make allies, face challenges and uncover hidden secrets. Just as internal conflict reaches a boiling point, the walls of the royal palace begin to tremble, beckoning you take a stance. Whose side will you embrace?

Empire of Pearls: A Mughal Tale is an interactive story inspired by historical events. It is set at the beginning of Abu'l-Fath Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar's reign as the youngest-ever Mughal Emperor where you play as his most trusted advisor and friend, Birbal. This reimagined work is entirely text-based and your choices help shape Birbal's personality, skills, relationship with others, and of course the fate of the Empire.

Content warning: This game explores dark themes such as abuse, bullying, manipulation, use of drugs and alcohol, blood, gore, violence etc. and is strictly rated 18+. Besides that more in depth warnings will be provided before each chapter and certain trigger points can be turned off completely at the start of the game.

Demo | Character Appearances | Tags | FAQ |

Play as male or female and choose your real name and sexuality.

Customize your appearance and personality.

Choose one of three different backgrounds that will impact your reputation and relationships:

A noble possessing a remarkable talent, invited to join the court by Emperor Humayun himself; a child of a maid serving a powerful military commander, hired on the recommendation of the commander or a street urchin caught stealing from the royal palace, rewarded with a place in the elite circle owing to the incredible feat.

Romance any of the five different love interests or not. Friendship is always an option.

Be a part of an elite group of courtiers serving none other than Emperor Akbar and shape the fate of the Empire.

Abu'l-Fath Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar (he/him) 💕 : The newly crowned young emperor. Friendly and affable, the ruler has a tendency to be a bit impulsive at times. Despite his age he has been preparing for this role for years and doesn't seem at all nervous to be the new monarch. Akbar can be a powerful friend and an equally dangerous foe. How he perceives you vary depending on your background. A year younger than Birbal.

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Bairam Khan (he/him): A military commander and the most trusted ally of the throne until the death of Emperor Humayun. Since then he has been promoted to commander-in-chief, if that wasn't all he also happens to be Akbar's guardian, chief mentor and advisor. Bairam knows his way around the empire but can you actually trust this man?

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Ruqaiya Sultan Begum (she/her) 💕: An aloof but fiercely loyal woman and Akbar's first wife. Being cousins, neither of them ever saw each other as anything but friends. But Ruqaiya also hides a big secret, one that has her loathing herself. Will you able to form a deep enough connection to assist her in embracing her true self and breaking free from her constraints? A year younger than Birbal.

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Salima Sultan Begum (she/her): A strong and intelligible woman and Akbar's second wife. She feels heavily undervalued and undermined by the court which causes her to constantly act out and push the boundaries of what is acceptable for a woman. Though she sees Akbar as a friend, anything more than that with anyone is unfathomable to her. Two years younger than Birbal.

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Mahira Khan Mughal (she/her) 💕: A softspoken and timid young woman sold as a political pawn by her own father to become Akbar's third wife. Mahira longs for companionship and understanding which she can't find in the palace but you can fill that void in her life by secretly courting her or by providing the friendship she desperately craves. Two years younger than Birbal.

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Arslan Khan (he/him)💕: The son of Bairam Khan and another young prodigy, seemingly possessing supernatural powers and later becoming known as the legendary Mulla Do-Pyaza. With a mixture of rivalry and occasional bullying, he views Birbal as a formidable adversary. Arslan, driven by an insatiable desire for his father's approval, harbors a volatile temper that ignites at the mere mention of insults hurled towards his family. Peering beyond the myth, can you uncover the man within? A year older than Birbal.

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Nadeem/Nadia Mirza (opposite gender of Birbal) 💕: Birbal's betrothed and distant cousin of Akbar. A noble with a secret lover, N only accepted the marriage offer because it was arranged by commander-in-chief Bairam Khan himself and it was made obvious that refusal would not bear good consequences for their family. Can you form a connection with your betrothed despite the rocky start? Two years older than Birbal.

OMG I FINALLY GOT TIME TO SIT DOWN AND READ UR DEMO AND LEMME TELL U SOMETHING—

no but srsly tho that prologue was chef's kiss 😮‍💨

asdfghjkl THANK YOU SO MUCH ANON!

I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I hope you’ll find the next chapters just as enjoyable. <3

I’ve come to the crushing realization that I get distracted so easily.

For example, just earlier I was writing, but then my mind went “ooh let’s change the colors of the texts!” and I ended up fiddling with twine.

And then, as if it wasn’t enough, my brain went “ooh let’s commission art for the background!” and dragged me down tumblr rabbit hole in search of artists to commission.

Yes, my attention span is shorter than a goldfish’s memory. 😔

I'm sorry for the lack of updates for a week. I've been fully immersed in writing and taking breaks as needed, but my sole focus has been on writing. I hope it all pays off in the end!

THE PROLOGUE IS IN FEW HOURS?!!! OH MY GOSH I NEED TO CLICK IT FAST SO THAT I HAVE MORE MOTIVATION TO DRAW MY MC AND THE RO'S!!!😭💖💗💖💗💖💗💞💖💞💖💕💖💞💖💞