A Tale of Crowns

hello ! ive just started playing this game a few days ago and it is genuinely so amazing :3 im currently at chapter 4 and have run into some difficulty which i was hoping i could get some insight on. so basically, i went through the chapter and got to the point of leaving the teahouse with ezo and kaja, the sounds of chimes starting, and then being pushed into the passageway by kaja. after this point, the chiming is still heard and i begin to run, only to end up unsuccessful, resulting in the page finishing with "BAD END". i've gone through this chapter several times already, trying to see if there was something i did wrong, but every time, there was nothing i could do to prevent the bad end. most of the choices i had were personality choices or choices that were locked due to not having good enough relationships with the characters. while i could restart and try to up my relationships with them to see if that would change anything, i don't want to do so, since i don't exactly want to romance the characters i don't want to romance, yk? anyway, if there is something that i'm missing for some reason, please do tell !! i really want to continue playing with my original choices :<

I am up to date on R's romance and I think if there was any more tension I would explode. Waaah!!! It's so good.

(The scene!! With the hands!! Waaah!!!)

just played D's route. "I long for you" MY HEART CANT TAKE THISSSS PLEASEEEE. next up is A's route chat wish me luck

i love R and X sm.. i wanna smooch the both of em

Drew Rêzan fan art casually, I’m genuinely so looking forward to updates as I’m still obsessing!!!

i love this game so much! i think this is the eleventh time i've played it now? 

i love the portrayal of someone stepping up to a position as the Crown. the personality stats feel so natural and sometimes i'll read and be like, "yeah, that's accurate" - you nailed the traits.

the characters are so CHARMING. this game tastes like fresh flatbread and feels like a hug that smells like spices. (tell me why even the slightest description of food feels so fragrant, how did you acquire this skill)

i do have a question though, because i've been doing research on old persian but i can't for the damn life of me figure out what the words that appear in R's scene (chapter 10/11) mean?

This was so, so fun and beautiful. I think I might have a problem now that I have experienced R... *swoons*. The way you wrote the romance with them feels so natural and gorgeous, they just fit like a glove with my MC <3

I am very, very new to IF. This is my second one (and the first one was only two chapters in, so this feels more like my first) and I am hooked. I'm so excited for the next chapter and thank you for sharing this lovely story with us.

Queresî!! Love this game so so much, and I’ve been inspired to try making one of my own!! Is it okay if I ask what systems/platforms you use for the making of this? 🫶

I desperately need someone to ask the crown, "What? Were you raised in a barn!?" So they can go, "WELL, I WAS IN FACT RAISED IN A BARN."

Quick question regarding D's route in chapter 11 (if I'm allowed to ask), I've replayed it several times trying to get a better outcome for D regarding his/her title being either stripped or temporarily removed but can't get anything better than the latter. Is D's title being temporarily removed the most positive outcome or have I been missing something?

Any updates on when Chapter 12 will be released? 

I'm in love with this game. The story, the world-building, the characters, all of them, and the writing are so good that it has raised the bar so much that I'm finding it hard to enjoy other games in the same genre, even outside tbh.

For the first time in a game I've played I felt like my character reflects so well my personality, reserved, and shy, and while romancing Rozerîn this is shown perfectly, I can't put in words how much I love her. Thank you so much.

I'm totally obsessed with this. I don't know how I ended up here, gotta admit, but it's probably the best thing that has happened to me in a very long time, thanks for sharing your art with us. 

Now that that's said, I really like the way you write, it's really captivating... touching. I have to admit I've found myself crying in some scenes, they are written so well I can't help but get too immersed, positively so. The characters, great characters, I've been able to remember every single one of them because of how unique each of them is written, I love that, as someone who generally has trouble remembering who is who, it's refreshing. 

I'm not very good at english so excuse me for my limited vocabulary, but I really wanted to express my admiration for what you've done here, it's been an unhealthy journey for me as I've been jeopardizing my sleep because of how obsessed I've been these past few days, not that I regret it, but it's also been a really nice read, I'm way too invested because it is so great, once again, thank you for the experience of your art. I have nothing but good wishes for you, admiration and the desire to keep reading this masterpiece. 💗💗

I keep dying in that tunnel  no matter how i tried i still end up dead  :(

Engaging with this piece of work is an absolutely incredible experience! The characters are truly remarkable, and the depth of the narrative is both rich and captivating. It has definitely earned a spot among my favorite interactive fiction experiences, and I find myself eagerly anticipating the next chapters of the story. The immersive quality of this work allows me to lose track of time, and I must say that Xelef has become my favorite character throughout this journey. The way you have developed each character is impressive, as they feel so real and relatable. The intricate storytelling pulls you in, making it easy to become fully absorbed in the unfolding events. I really appreciate the effort that has gone into crafting such a detailed and engaging narrative, which keeps me on the edge of my seat, eager to find out what happens next. The emotional depth and complexity of the characters add layers to the experience, making it all the more enjoyable. I want to express my admiration for the outstanding work you have done in bringing this story to life. Your talent for character development and narrative construction shines through. As you continue to expand this masterpiece, I wish you all the best in your creative endeavors. It is clear that you have a gift for storytelling, and I am excited to see where this journey takes us next! <3

Honestly, it's a great game! The story is very thought out and you can tell how much time and effort went into each chapter. I feel very lucky to of played this as my first interactive novel. I can't wait to see more of your work for the future!

Lol though I keep looking at Xelef and thinking "SINBAD????!"

It's a good game and the first Interactive Novel that I've played on itchio, the story is good for sure but after like chapter 9 or 10 it kinda loses me. 
I kinda wish that we could have chosen like a special trait that we could have learned from being on the run for most of our life, but we don't so it kinda feels like we are a liability, until we start training and by then the book currently ends without anything but a sparring session. 
After playing it for the first time, somewhere in me I lost some interest in the story and that may be because after 10 or 11 chapters, you don't kiss anyone, I may be wrong but I romanced everyone except for Rozerin, but there isn't anything to bash on this game, it's very well rounded and as far as I can tell has no grammar errors.
My favorite part of the game was the magic types even though I feel like they put characters in a box in other stories you flipped the script a little and surprised e, and I was confused and happy during y 4th playthrough when I got the 'Death of the Sun' I believe it was called?
Lovely game, and I would recommend.

i keep replaying, but it takes genuine effort not to go through rezan's path again

It's really funny to me cuz I have a dnd character with the same mannerisms as Rozerîn except it's not a facade of composure you can break with a few well placed sweet words but just how he is.

Hey!

I just played through Xelef's route (as far as it is possible for now at least) and I'm amazed. Seeing as I couldn't hold back I'm going for Azad's route now.
Your style of writing alone...It's detailed and what a reading flow! Then all these characters; each with their own complex background story and the bits and pieces of information regarding history, geography etc. is what mesmerises me.

It really is like a well written book, simply in the form of a game.

I am so thrilled to see how the story will progress!

Well done!

another typo i think. i thought the steward was a guy.

“Indeed.” The steward glances at Rozerîn, before shifting her heavy gaze onto you. “I would say it is only natural for servants to know their master, but that lacks the urgency that would justify our presence at a no doubt critical time for Your

Epic.

A pleasure to be introduced to a culture, that author knows how to weave intricately. 

I got lost for two days and now yearning for more. 
This could've been on par with  what's trending on goodreads, either as book or a visual. Certainly deserves to be seen. 

I went for Xelef and was surprised by the hurt/comfort. 
Couldn't yield to being used, but the alternative certainly puts you at odds with him. But I just couldn't imagine how being a doormat would make for sound relationships. 

As for gameplay: ability to roll-back or have multiple saves conveniently is sorely missed. 
Some choices could have a bit more clear consequences: choosing to be truthful to public and provide protection apparently is not enough for the court scene to pick the 3rd choice? Should I have chosen to ignore nobles first?
Even if I chose to provide guards for all the ceremonies, why do I still end up with 'I should've provided more guards' message?

What is the significance of the aspect obtained during coronation ritual? 
Would it be possible to ditch nobles completely? 

It feels like chapter 11 sets up a scene for ending, how many chapters are planned for the game?  
  

How do I save a game to my computer? I can't seem to find a save button

I love this game! Ziryan is by far my favorite character! He always shows up at the most awkward moments and just has to pretend he didn't see nothing. "Y'know what? I've walked in on you guys almost kissing three times already but everyone keeps dying and we need your assistance. Now follow me quickly before we all die." Lol. I feel kinda sorry for him. I also injoy how much dedication you put into this game and how much depth all the characters personality's have as well as how detailed the plot of the all the possible storylines are!