Also, this game is fantastic with its writing, characters, and world! It's so fleshed out, like the characters are really there to spend time with you, and it's really thrilling! :)
I don't remember when I started reading this. A week ago? Two weeks ago? All I know is that the hours I've spent scanning pages upon pages of text are starting to make my eyes hurt. Yet I can't look away! I feel as if I have never read so much in my life, becoming invested in Crown Serin Xani's misadventures with her guards while navigating romance subplots (Ashti is bae and you can't convince me otherwise), family tree subplots, political maneuvering and the pages of history I'm going to review tomorrow. In fact I may or may not have jumped the gun slightly and downloaded Twine2 to see what I could pull off on my own (not much, but if I becomes a major game dev you can blame Cherry).
I love the fleshed out world I'm exploring while reading, the meticulous rules and conflicts, many of which are tucked away in the sidebar to read up on at one's own leisure. It could be safe to assume that the story is secretly an excuse for the setting (I've written many of those on my own, that's for sure). I also have this incredible feeling that where I am in the story is entirely unique, that if I had chosen some other option back in Chapter 1 or II I wouldn't be getting anything close to half the scenes I'm getting. How true that actually is is a mystery to me but I love the feeling that this is me who is in control.
I just can't praise this enough. I'm so glad I didn't write this off like I came scarily close to doing. This is so good. Keep up the amazing work!
Check the FAQ! Usually save errors are due to the itch.io app being used (the save function isn't compatible with it, unfortunately) or due to the browser type. Also, the use of VPNs/adblockers could form a problem.
This game was absolutely fantastic! :D The story was breathtakingly good and the artwork equally so. I loved all the characters, especially Ezo and Kaja. They were such a funny duo and UGH! 10/10 would recommend to anyone who wants a very detailed and engaging story. Looking forward to further progress and even more chapters! :)
I played this a few months ago, and just came back to it. I replayed it a few times and I fell in love with it all over again. Ngl, I'm kind of absolutely smitten by Rezan. Thank you for creating this amazing story <3<3
Oh Ziryan. Mx. bad timing, bursting in during almost every special moment. I wonder how much of the story is left, and how many more "WHAT IS HAPPENING? WH- What is happening?"moments they're going to have
I was originally reading this months ago if not more. I originally dropped it because it wasn't complete, but screw it, im caving. I remember this being AMAZING and there's two more chapters since i last focused on it
I hope you enjoy the new chapters!! Updating takes a long time so I can definitely understand dropping it until it's finished, but I'm glad you returned to it regardless 💖
The scroll should work on mobile same as on PC! It might have issues on the itch.io app or it might depend on which browser you use, so I'd try out a few and see which one works.
Everything in this is so good from the writing to the setting, to the plot to the characters! At first, I was a little surprised because it isn't like most choice games I've played where I could see the setting- but the writing more than makes up for it and allowed me to vividly see everything. I'm for sure replaying this!!
The coronation. THE CORONATION. My God...so beautifully and vividly written. Thank you for sharing your talent with us! Looking forward to the next update!
I absolutely LOVE this game, I have from the first chapter and it's one of my favorite IFs. The characters, the story, the attention to detail ALL OF IT. I was so excited when I heard there was an update, a little late I know but Tumblr is awful with notifications. I was just wondering if there's a way to lower the font size on mobile? Small portions of the text take up a lot of my screen and it's kind of hard to read. It's no problem if not, I can get used to it, I was just wondering if there was some settings button I was failing to find. Hope you have a nice day!
Hello! I haven't played the game much yet but so far I love it.
Can I leave you a suggestion? English is my second language and I usually help myself with the translator in expressions that I don't understand. Only your game won't let me mark the text to be able to do it, but I have to type everything manually. Could that be changed or is it to prevent plagiarism? I understand if it's the latter.
It's the latter! It was really more of a prevention method, just in case, but I still apologize for the inconvenience! I hope it's not too troublesome 😅
Hey! I really love this story. You can tell the amount of hard work that went into this. I want to make a text-based game as well, and have a question- What platform did you use to make this?
I really love this story, it gets better as it goes ^_^ Thank you so much for putting so much hard work into it, you have a great talent for writing! I wanted to let you know that we've mentioned your story in our list of recommended Twine stories. But if that's not okay just let me know. You can view it here, let us know if there are any other details we should add for your title --> https://itch.io/t/1763600/twine-games-with-character-customization-part-1
THE STORYLINE IS SO GOOD!!! The coronation has to be my favourite so far. I absolutely love how customisable the player is and the love interests!!!!!! X and R have my heart, if anything happens to them I may scream. Can't wait for the next update!!!
I've heard of ATOC for the longest time in the IF community but only now finally got around to playing it. I'm in love! The world building seems so alive and I'm having a hard time choosing between ROs. Romancing X as a shy and timid crown is incredibly fun though <3
YET AGAIN YOUVE DONE IT YET AGAIN YOU DASTARDLY FELLOW YET AGAIN HAVE YOU GIVEN US A CLIFFHANGER AND JUST OHHHHH MY GOD THIS IS AMAZING--cant wait for future updates and to see how this story unfolds; youre incredibly talented and im so goddamn excited to see how this progresses!!!!! <3
Thank you! Chapter 8 is fantastic! Edit: I meant to ask: How do we change the background color? I looked but couldn't find anything. Another edit: nevermind. I see that the color is a little darker now.
They haven't been removed. If you're playing it on mobile, you need to put your browser in desktop mode before launching the game, otherwise they're not visible. The game is intended to be played on PC, so some functions like this may not always work.
Edit: Also note that this only seems to work on some mobile browsers, like Opera. The options don't seem to appear at all on Google Chrome; nothing I can do about that, unfortunately.
congratz on the next chapter release! I know how much work just goes into the writing, when you add images and choices and the coding to make that all work together it becomes real mind boggling! looking forward to playing through again this week.
Wonderful writing, compelling story, interesting universe. The UI is also very slick and modern. What engine did you use? Only compliant is that I can't view it in vertical on mobile. Really loving it so far. I especially love the little details like pronunciation guide; great extra level of polish which represents how well made this is.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I used Twine with the Sugarcube story format. Unfortunately, the UI elements would look extremely cramped in vertical view (especially images) so horizontal is the best I can do for mobile users at the moment.
Also, note that the game is intended to be played on PC so mobile layout won't be optimized any time soon.
Hello ! I wanted to say thanks for this amazing game. I loved very bit of it and I hope to read the next chapter one day. Much love !! PS: I will never be able to stop loving Xelef and Azad <3
ATOC reminded me how much I enjoy IF after years away from it. This is one of the better storytelling experiences I’ve had in any game, IF, video, board, or other form.
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Also, this game is fantastic with its writing, characters, and world! It's so fleshed out, like the characters are really there to spend time with you, and it's really thrilling! :)
I don't remember when I started reading this. A week ago? Two weeks ago? All I know is that the hours I've spent scanning pages upon pages of text are starting to make my eyes hurt. Yet I can't look away! I feel as if I have never read so much in my life, becoming invested in Crown Serin Xani's misadventures with her guards while navigating romance subplots (Ashti is bae and you can't convince me otherwise), family tree subplots, political maneuvering and the pages of history I'm going to review tomorrow. In fact I may or may not have jumped the gun slightly and downloaded Twine2 to see what I could pull off on my own (not much, but if I becomes a major game dev you can blame Cherry).
I love the fleshed out world I'm exploring while reading, the meticulous rules and conflicts, many of which are tucked away in the sidebar to read up on at one's own leisure. It could be safe to assume that the story is secretly an excuse for the setting (I've written many of those on my own, that's for sure). I also have this incredible feeling that where I am in the story is entirely unique, that if I had chosen some other option back in Chapter 1 or II I wouldn't be getting anything close to half the scenes I'm getting. How true that actually is is a mystery to me but I love the feeling that this is me who is in control.
I just can't praise this enough. I'm so glad I didn't write this off like I came scarily close to doing. This is so good. Keep up the amazing work!
Thanks so much for the very kind comment, I really appreciate it and I'm glad you gave it a shot too!! 💖💖
Love the writing - characters - setting but when I try to save I get an error. I'm willing to wait years for it to work.
Check the FAQ! Usually save errors are due to the itch.io app being used (the save function isn't compatible with it, unfortunately) or due to the browser type. Also, the use of VPNs/adblockers could form a problem.
I adore this game! It's so engaging!
This game was absolutely fantastic! :D The story was breathtakingly good and the artwork equally so. I loved all the characters, especially Ezo and Kaja. They were such a funny duo and UGH! 10/10 would recommend to anyone who wants a very detailed and engaging story. Looking forward to further progress and even more chapters! :)
I played this a few months ago, and just came back to it. I replayed it a few times and I fell in love with it all over again. Ngl, I'm kind of absolutely smitten by Rezan. Thank you for creating this amazing story <3<3
Oh Ziryan. Mx. bad timing, bursting in during almost every special moment. I wonder how much of the story is left, and how many more "WHAT IS HAPPENING? WH- What is happening?"moments they're going to have
I was originally reading this months ago if not more. I originally dropped it because it wasn't complete, but screw it, im caving. I remember this being AMAZING and there's two more chapters since i last focused on it
I hope you enjoy the new chapters!! Updating takes a long time so I can definitely understand dropping it until it's finished, but I'm glad you returned to it regardless 💖
How do you scroll on mobile? I really love this story but im going to be away from my pc for a while so i have to play in my phone :(
The scroll should work on mobile same as on PC! It might have issues on the itch.io app or it might depend on which browser you use, so I'd try out a few and see which one works.
Everything in this is so good from the writing to the setting, to the plot to the characters! At first, I was a little surprised because it isn't like most choice games I've played where I could see the setting- but the writing more than makes up for it and allowed me to vividly see everything. I'm for sure replaying this!!
loved it! the story was the great and the characters are really fun to interact with!!
I didn’t save. It’s all gone. I’m going to die of sadness now.
The coronation. THE CORONATION. My God...so beautifully and vividly written. Thank you for sharing your talent with us! Looking forward to the next update!
Hey cherry!
Do you have a discord channel by any chance?
Sure do!! Here's the invite link if you and anyone else would like to join ✨
Note also that it's a 16+ server, so anyone under that age is not allowed to join!
Thanks!
I absolutely LOVE this game, I have from the first chapter and it's one of my favorite IFs. The characters, the story, the attention to detail ALL OF IT. I was so excited when I heard there was an update, a little late I know but Tumblr is awful with notifications. I was just wondering if there's a way to lower the font size on mobile? Small portions of the text take up a lot of my screen and it's kind of hard to read. It's no problem if not, I can get used to it, I was just wondering if there was some settings button I was failing to find. Hope you have a nice day!
love the new chapter! Dara and Xelef routes were the cutes this chapter in my option. AAAH I can't wait for a new chapter
This some beautiful game and i am so so happy of the development the team put the effort into this.
Hello! I haven't played the game much yet but so far I love it.
Can I leave you a suggestion? English is my second language and I usually help myself with the translator in expressions that I don't understand. Only your game won't let me mark the text to be able to do it, but I have to type everything manually. Could that be changed or is it to prevent plagiarism? I understand if it's the latter.
Thank you for your attention and work!
It's the latter! It was really more of a prevention method, just in case, but I still apologize for the inconvenience! I hope it's not too troublesome 😅
I really love how the tax official recognizes Xelara/Xelef and Shouts: YOU SEDUCED MY FATHER/MOTHER! Great work.
Hey! I really love this story. You can tell the amount of hard work that went into this. I want to make a text-based game as well, and have a question- What platform did you use to make this?
Check the 'Credits' page in the game on the sidebar! That lists all the programs I've used 💖
ohh!! Thanks so much!
I love this game soo much, I played the whole thing within three days and can't wait for the next update
I really love this story, it gets better as it goes ^_^ Thank you so much for putting so much hard work into it, you have a great talent for writing! I wanted to let you know that we've mentioned your story in our list of recommended Twine stories. But if that's not okay just let me know. You can view it here, let us know if there are any other details we should add for your title --> https://itch.io/t/1763600/twine-games-with-character-customization-part-1
Of course, that's totally fine!! Thank you for the rec 💖
THE STORYLINE IS SO GOOD!!! The coronation has to be my favourite so far. I absolutely love how customisable the player is and the love interests!!!!!! X and R have my heart, if anything happens to them I may scream. Can't wait for the next update!!!
I've heard of ATOC for the longest time in the IF community but only now finally got around to playing it. I'm in love! The world building seems so alive and I'm having a hard time choosing between ROs. Romancing X as a shy and timid crown is incredibly fun though <3
YET AGAIN YOUVE DONE IT YET AGAIN YOU DASTARDLY FELLOW YET AGAIN HAVE YOU GIVEN US A CLIFFHANGER AND JUST OHHHHH MY GOD THIS IS AMAZING--cant wait for future updates and to see how this story unfolds; youre incredibly talented and im so goddamn excited to see how this progresses!!!!! <3
I'll consider that cliffhanger Mission Accomplished then haha. Thanks so much!! 💖
I've enjoyed your story very much.
Thank you! Chapter 8 is fantastic! Edit: I meant to ask: How do we change the background color? I looked but couldn't find anything. Another edit: nevermind. I see that the color is a little darker now.
Excuse me while I die because chapter 8 has been released...I love this game too much 😂
Is there any way to not get 'blunt' and 'charming'? I don't know if there is like a shy or timid option but if there is I don't know how to get it😭😭
Oh wait nevermind I already found out the character traits!! If anyone is also curious simply just go to cherry's tumblr
Love the story and characters! 😍
My only question is whether the new update was supposed to remove the "load disk" and "save disk" options on the saves menu.
They haven't been removed. If you're playing it on mobile, you need to put your browser in desktop mode before launching the game, otherwise they're not visible. The game is intended to be played on PC, so some functions like this may not always work.
Edit: Also note that this only seems to work on some mobile browsers, like Opera. The options don't seem to appear at all on Google Chrome; nothing I can do about that, unfortunately.
Thank you for clearing up that. Love the lore behind the chapter.
Glad you enjoyed it 💖
congratz on the next chapter release! I know how much work just goes into the writing, when you add images and choices and the coding to make that all work together it becomes real mind boggling! looking forward to playing through again this week.
I got the bad end first playthrough. Didn't even know there were multiple endings. Well done.
What do you mean bad ending? What happened huh?
If you don't get enough relationship points with at least 1 of the love interests by the end of Chapter Four, you get an early bad end 😔
oh thx
I am so happy I found this game, The story and characters are just wonderful! I cant wait for the next chapters, keep up the good work :D
Wonderful writing, compelling story, interesting universe. The UI is also very slick and modern. What engine did you use? Only compliant is that I can't view it in vertical on mobile. Really loving it so far. I especially love the little details like pronunciation guide; great extra level of polish which represents how well made this is.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I used Twine with the Sugarcube story format. Unfortunately, the UI elements would look extremely cramped in vertical view (especially images) so horizontal is the best I can do for mobile users at the moment.
Also, note that the game is intended to be played on PC so mobile layout won't be optimized any time soon.
I'm glad you enjoyed it regardless 💖
Hello ! I wanted to say thanks for this amazing game. I loved very bit of it and I hope to read the next chapter one day. Much love !!
PS: I will never be able to stop loving Xelef and Azad <3
ATOC reminded me how much I enjoy IF after years away from it. This is one of the better storytelling experiences I’ve had in any game, IF, video, board, or other form.
I have no words... I just want to keep on reading this amazing work!
Can't wait for the next update.
Just finished the latest chapter and my cats have had to put up with my screeching!
I have so many theories Im losing my mind!!!