#Author rambles

[muzansfangs]

As some of you may recall, I love shoes. Before I go back to study and edit my works, let me share my new babies with you. Look at them. Lmao, forgive my legs, I I wanted to let you see how they fit🥹❤️

— Luce and her frenzied passion for shoes✨

[lilac-den]

Me: *Finally got to continuing with working Chapter 3 Silverking again*

Also me: Realizing points system is probs better than percentage for the romancing and friendshipping in the long run

Someone dissect my brain before it second guesses me. 💀

[apolline-lucy]

for someone who faints at the sight of blood i sure put a lot of violence and gore into my books lol but what wouldn’t i do for the aesthetic of casual stabbing

[aprismaticodyssey]

Agents of Lucifer, Ch.8 and 9; Coming... At Some Point??

I have a lot left undone for flavor text that was, originally, going to be left to my mother if she had any ideas/suggestions upon reading it. I haven't yet come up with things to put there.

That said, it's all included, just needs to be finished and tested. In addition to those two chapters:

I added a new variable for MC to have mild reactions to "god-Hunter" depending on a previous choice. Add a new flirt option to Min's and Gen's meeting. I tried to make them... bolder? without being too bold to the point of like "wtf are you doing, stop".

Originally, Chapter Nine goes on longer before it ends but I felt like breaking it where I did now because... it felt better? And I really like shorter chapters. So instead of 17 chapters and a epilogue, it's now 18 and could still increase (or decrease) in the future.

[darkfictionjude]

Me: I’m gonna get to episode seven before January goddamnit

Also me: has uni, trying to maintain a social life, learning Ancient Greek, wanting to read for recreation, etc.,

[enderpearlll]

I do kandi and I made a bracelet based off your fic! Just wanted to ask how Bob would feel about having a sweet pea who is into arts and crafts? Asking for a friend-

Yandere! My Favourite Employee! Bob Velseb with a s/o that does arts and crafts.

AYO??? THIS IS SO ADORABLE! I LOVE KANDI AND ID DEFINITELY WEAR THIS IF I COULD 😳😳😳 I just had to write some headcanons for you, because I fucking love tbis bracelet so much aaaa

Gender-Neutral reader, but pet names such as sweet pea and darling are used.

• Bob would definitely love having such a crafty worker, often watching as you doodle away on your notepad and folding origami out of napkins. Sometimes your little sketches even go missing when you aren’t looking… He likes to hang them on his fridge at home, or in his office. Bob often showers you in compliments, watching as you thank him with a humble smile. Just seeing you smile at him only fuels him on, resulting in even more compliments. You slowly begin to grow flustered, hiding your face underneath the brim of your hat. Bob finds it adorable, seeing his darlin’ so overwhelmed by his love.

• Your coworkers often ask you for little bracelets and doodles, glowing with curiosity when you doodle at work. He’s jealous that you don’t draw him or make him anything like that, but one day when you come into work, you hand him a finished drawing of himself. You even made him a charm for his keys! “I made these for you. I thought it was fair, seeing as you’re always so nice to me and what not…”

• Bob is silent as he shakily takes them from you, watching intensely as you begin to cower into yourself. “Um… I’m sorry if you don’t like it. I can take it back—!” You try to reach for the paper and charm, only to be scooped into Bob’s arms. You squeaked in surprise, having the air squeezed out of your lungs as Bob spun you around. He kept thanking you over and over, hearty laughter spilling from him. “Thank you, thank you, Sweet pea! I’ll treasure this forever!”

• For the rest of the day, he’ll show it off to anyone that’ll listen, especially your coworkers. Bob swells with pride as you swat his arm, embarrassed. He keeps showing it to EVERYONE, and when you mean everyone, you mean everyone. Bob only begs you for more drawings and cute charms/accessories, his heart beating out of his chest when he realizes the amount of effort you pour into your work. Bob’s your biggest fan, and he’s glad to hold that title when you tease him about it.

[authorintheshadows666]

I don't know where my subconscious got the thought that I could handle not only Toji, but Gojo too by being married to both of them.

But I need it to keep going with those thoughts because damn that was a nice ass dream last night.

Toji lifting me up like I weighed nothing and talking shit about how he was having me against the wall as soon as we got in the door to our house to put me in my place. Satoru trailing along behind us smirking because he was the one that riled me up enough to misbehave in the first place.

I've never been more furious to be woken up by my alarm.

[loveandleases]

MIni update time, because why not. (No I'm not procrastinating my uni assignments...I would never!)

So demo still under way. I've got a good chunk done so far. I'm finding doing the coding as I move along in the writing to be the best method for me atm.

Still deciding if I should just add the stats now or later. Also, I'm taking any suggestions for customization options, especially what outfits you want MC to be able to wear. So feel free to drop them in comment or ask box.

I'm already writing up some of the kinktober / flufftober scenarios. Can also leave suggestions for those.( I would love to say demo is coming end of this month but not likely thanks to uni/internship. Just know I'm working on it! TBD if I shorten the demo and get it out sooner rather than later.

I've also gotten some questions about Cam, and how he feels about MC. I've made a post some while ago. For those who do want to romance someone besides Cam, feel free to. Cam is the best wingman, he will support MC and accept their feelings. You want him to be your best man, maid of honor? He will do it all! He will even support some of the RO's in romancing you. (Though some he truly questions.)

Either way, would like to thank all of you for the love and support of the story/characters. It truly means a lot. Can't wait for you all to get to enjoy the angst story together.

[aizenswhore]

A WRITER’S PROBLEM.

It is so sad that fluff and sfw works in general do not even get the chance to be read most of the time. A sfw scene grants the author the possibility to show the true colors of a character and their feelings. Not everything is about sex. A writer is passionate about both of the genres, just give it a shot. It’s important for us.

Not to mention that we put so much effort even into a small drabbles, even if we are talking about silly shots over playing tennis and stargazing. We spend hours on our keyboard to provide you contents.

Sfw works are works too. Remember that.

— Luce.

[adoriels-tears-if]

Arielle!!!

I read the update! (I'm late to the party...)

This was actually the first time I played the itchio version and I love what you did there! The colors and transitions and stuff! (I'm bad with words...)

Now to the game: I remember I did the mean route once a long time ago and my heart shattered when I did the "push Arthur down the well" and I will never do that one again (Arthur is a precious baby I'm sorry my MC did this to you...) and on the update I tried first being mean again (because I love angst as much as the next guy, you know), but when my MC made Arthur cry in the barn, I felt so bad😭

I don't think I have the heart to ever try the mean route again, I love Arthur too much for that🥺

I will protect him, no matter the cost🫶🏻

Loved all the little changes that were here and there (as opposed to the version I still remember on dashingdon).

What I did not love was that cruel cliffhanger 😭

But it was great and I can't wait for it to continue. Ah, but please, no rush. Take care of yourself and rest well. Also, it's getting warmer. Since we're country neighbors, I assume it's similar for you. So don't forget to hydrate!!

I wish you a wonderful Sunday, and in case you read this tomorrow, a wonderful start of the week!!

Hi dear!

I'm always so happy to see you in my ask box!

I'm not going to lie, the mean path is hard to write sometimes! I have too much love for Arthur too! I didn't know you hadn't read the new version, I'm glad you have now and I'm sorry again for the cliffhanger ending. But it was such a good time to do it!

It's getting hotter indeed. Almost 30 degrees yesterday. I spent the afternoon writing in my garden and ended up scarlet with a whole bunch of mosquito bites. Now, it's stormy, rainy and windy here. I love it!

I've been trying to write as much as possible over the last few days, as I won't be able to next Saturday and Sunday, not to mention the fact that I've got a busy week ahead of me. But I'm staying hydrated, thank you very much!

[kingovharts]

The one big complain I have is there’s no way for me to increase the screen size of choicescript IDE. It really makes editing hard for me. I have bad eyes y’all. 😭

[muzansfangs]

Alright, listen up. The incoming Bloodstain chapter is absolutely the longest one so far. I wanted to split it, but I think you all deserve a scrumptious treat. I am done with the writing part, but the editing one is about to begin. All I ask for is a little bit of patience✨

Be prepared for a flashback starring Gin Ichimaru. Hopefully, you will read through his lines and connect the dots about why he holds a grudge against the reader🫢

That’s all for now,

— Luce, who can’t wait to see her husband animated again (*chants spells to summon him*)

[lilac-den]

(I’m the anon who asked about nsfw explicit scenes and genitalia)

the whole cog not allowing nsfw scenes suprised me because there are plenty of IFs that have very vulgar and nsfw scenes (not sex or anything tho, they have fade to black), however I think that cog does have another site that is like hearts something that does allow those scenes buuuut I may also be wrong with that. (I’m not disappointed that there won’t be nsfw per say but i am thrilled that you will go in-depth with emotions and not just a fade to black) but if you really do want to add nsfw scenes you could always upload two IFs of the same if one with nsfw (to heart whatever the name was) and one without to cog. btw really looking forward to how your gonna add how we can react when meeting the dead ROs (when they basically surround us)

2. yea I get the whole not being sure on how to portray trans characters, totally understand I’m just a. But sad that A there is not a whole lot of trans characters as choices (like female, male or non binary or trans ROs) but nothing against you.

Long answer once again! Referring to this post!

Oh - they do allow nsfw scenes but nothing too explicit (At least, that's what I thought till I see comments in my previous ask mentioned up there ☝🏻) Of course there would be a fade to black option, but I'll try my best in giving both them and the detailed scenes its worth. (and if I really can be explicit with those NSFW scenes, I'm worried about how my smut writing is gonna look 🤣) And I believe you're talking about Heart's Choice - that's a branch of Choice of Games that sells romance-genre/focused games. I don't know if that allows only certified authors to apply though, but I would still pick to apply Hosted Games should the time to submit my WiP comes. And regarding uploading two IFs of the same if to CoG - I'm afraid that's not how it works in that company? I can't imagine them being pleased with posting the same IF twice. But regarding TSR: I don't have plans to submit it to HG because of how brutal the contents are. Maybe if I want to, I'll try Twine...But learning a whole new coding mechanic is difficult for me because I'm slow with learning stuff, so I'm still sticking with dashingdon for the time being. Thank you for giving me a mental workout tho! XD This is interesting to discuss and all.

Thank you for not holding it against me :D And honestly, it's slowly - but I'm seeing more IFs that are allowing trans-ROs and the like. You can try a WiP call Wolf Set Free (@wolfsetfree-if) - it's one of the WiPs I'm rooting for!

Again, thank you, anon, for the questions! :D

[apolline-lucy]

Any tips for writing sapphic romance

I don’t think writing sapphic romance is much different from writing any kind of romance. Feelings are feelings, and human beings are human beings. We all experience love in very different ways, and yet it renders us crazy and desperate all the exact same.

I don’t write romance, but romantic fantasy; the nuance is that rather than having the plot gravitate around a relationship, the relationship supports my plot (usually a magical adventure of sorts). And whether i write wlw, mlm, or else, I don’t change my formula. I make every character unique and imperfect, regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.

What I like is putting them in uncomfortable situations (aka hell) and then watching them suffer, really. I put together people that originally don’t belong together + forced proximity + having them face their fears + having them help & rely on one another + slow burn + making them actually get to know one another + making them doubt and cry and get real with their emotions and feelings + having their beliefs being ripped apart, twice, because betrayals + pain pain pain

Too often, I read romances that start with a physical attraction and never elaborate much deeper. Attraction is great for just dating, it’s great for erotica, but if you want a much stronger story and a relationship to seem believable, they have to go through rough patches, they have to test their limits and see the worst of each other. No one’s perfect. That’s cliche, but that’s true. Your characters can’t (and shouldn’t) be perfect either—that’s boring and no reader will identify with them. Us readers are like our characters, we want someone who will keep on loving us when we’re bleeding and screaming and hurting and making mistakes (deadly or else).

That being said, writing sapphic literature, and not necessarily romance, allows me to get more chances to explore some topics that are important to me: feminism, feminine rage, women’s sexuality, inclusiveness, friendships between women, trans women, women of colour, women being women, women supporting women, etc.

These can all be written into non-sapphic stories, of course, but the more you make space for women into your pages, the more characters are women, the more voices you give them. And us women have so many things to say.

When people ask me why I choose to write sapphic stories, here’s my answer: I simply love writing about women because women can be anyone and everything, and that’s enough for me.

Hope this helps🖤✨

[aprismaticodyssey]

Rambling about Agents of Lucifer.

So, I'll be adding in two new scenes so far into Book 1! To the anon who suggested adding more (fluff?) scenes to story to help pad things out, I hope this works 😂 I tried at least 4 or 5 different variations for things where I could fit them and liked none of them. There's still one scene I really want to add in but I think it'll have to wait until Book 2 simply because I can't find any good spot to slot it in where it won't feel awkward/strange.

But I got new ending to write, one I feel works better and sets up future events a little smoother. I still have to go through the entire demo and fix the intervals for the stat changes omg 💀 And go back through to add in more flavor text!

I've been thinking a lot these last weeks, honestly, about writing. Where this story is going go. I work on drafting more of Book 3 and even though you guys aren't anywhere near to seeing it yet, it's still mind blowing to me as someone who had never written a story from beginning to end. When I think about how it'll end and I go on to write with other characters... I dunno! It's weird. I may not be at that point yet, not officially. But it's still strange to think about.

[darkfictionjude]

Author Rambles

An observation that I’ve never noticed before I created an IF is how much romance plays a part in these stories and thus the interactions with the readers. Evidenced by the amount of RO questions I have in the inbox in terms of their relationship in a hypothetical with mc.

Lowkey getting over-exposed with the ROs as romances because to me that’s the least interesting thing about them 😭 imma nuke all three of them 😭😭😭

Hahaha no I’m only joking I do appreciate all the questions I get because it means I managed to touch the reader in some way. But it does make me wonder if a story without romance would ever do well in the IF community?

I don’t know I’ve been curious about this topic for a while now. It also makes me question my habits as a reader of IFs, like would I myself play a game that didn’t have any romance? I read books without romance just fine but I feel like I’m different with interactive fiction.