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Parasitic.

[DEMO TBA]

You awaken in a swamp…or is it the woods? You don't know. You don't know where you are, you don't know what you are.

A human, or something else entirely?

A vessel, or a monster in your own right?

Whatever you are, whoever you are, you've picked a hell of a time to wake up in The Wardens. Mysterious deaths, missing dead bodies, and a supposedly incurable disease that's slowly killing the forest around you.

Not to mention that man (?), the one that only you can see, that only you can hear, who keeps trying to tell you to get away whilst you can.

Recover your memories soon, my little lamb, before paradise crumbles and the deities abandon you all..

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Play as an amnesiac in completely unfamiliar territory...you're pretty sure. Make friends, make enemies, develop a crush, maybe even play detective, the choices are yours to make.

Just...maybe make sure you jog that memory a little, lest you become the next ashen body to end up face down in the swamp (again, in your case).

Choose Learn your name, sexuality, and gender, as well as certain aspects of your appearance as you navigate your surroundings and interact with the people in them.

[characters of note below the cut]

Important Encounters ;

The Annoyance - he / they

He's always there, just behind your shoulder, hovering like a concerned parent (or maybe a mosquito you can't quite swat away). On a good day between the two of you, you just about remember how to walk and talk, yet despite that he can pretty accurately guide you away from perceived trouble. Will you choose to listen to him, or will you disregard him as a paranoid hallucination?

The Medic - she / her [RO]

She's patient and gentle, everything you could ever ask for from a healer, and surprisingly in tune with your needs even despite being strangers. Still there's a lingering concern as more bodies vanish, as more trees begin to wilt, a pressure mounting on the Medic to fix it somehow. Will you find a way to ease her burden a little, or will you become yet another problem adding weight to her shoulders?

The Guard - he / him [RO]

He's quiet and stoic, but not cruel, patrolling the town with an unrelenting vigilance that serves to put many people at ease with how consistent he is. His task is to ensure the safety of the townsfolk, so he regards you with suspicion wherever you go, the timing of your appearance an unfortunate coincidence. Will you prove his suspicions unfounded, or will you give him reason to kick you out like he's wanted from the start?

The Priestess - she / they [RO]

Sheltered and a little timid, it's the Priestess' job to monitor the Central Tree, the life of the surrounding area, making sure the deities stay peaceful. She is the first one called, right after the medic, about your markings, in the hopes that she could discern what they were. Her quietness is a little uncomfortable at times, sure, but she's perceptive and kind (if a little awkward). Will you let her help as best they can, or will you listen to the voices saying that there's more to her than meets the eye?

The Enigma - they / he [RO]

Your neighbour whilst you stay in The Wardens, though you rarely ever see him at home. He's charming and playful, helping out here and there, and entertaining the kids with simple magic tricks. Yet...you don't really know much beyond their first name, in fact you're not even sure their whole appearance is natural, now that you look closer. Will you uncover their secrets, or will you let him fade from your mind in a distant whisper?

The...what is that? [who] is that...?

Don't worry, little lamb, you'll find out soon enough. It's watching, after all, and you make for such good entertainment. It can't help but show its appreciation.

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[NOTE ; all romance options are gender-locked for my own sanity when coding / writing, however they are all bi / pan, so it won't effect MC]

OTHER PROJECT ; @tag-if PERSONAL / ART ; @notacalico

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Update 26 May 2025

Made a specific widget for Morgan because he's a chronic nickname-giver.

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I guess depending on the person in question’s job it could also be a shortening or nickname version of it like “doc” for doctor

prosecutor -> pros? 😂🤣😂 or.... hmmmmmm

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i feel like i should know more terms to use as a masc/gn equivalent to princess/miss yknow. with the whole Being Nonbinary. but the only thing coming to mind rn is “pretty boy” 😭

oh wait... sweetheart maybe? 👀

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handsome, pretty boy, sweetheart?

OH RIGHT I'm noting down pretty boy

thank you!!

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Help

what is the masculine and gender neutral term for the flirty toned 'princess' or 'miss' 😭 like calling someone 'sir' doesn't feel flirty ok

please help

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Update 25 May 2025

I was only writing food scenes today. I love food 🙏 Will be taking you guys on a SEA / Chinese restaurant experience in this chapter.

Morgan scenes were also starting to shape up and oh wow can't wait for you guys to meet this bratty man. He (+ his overall area and living environment lol) was so fun to write.

In the meantime... Feel free to send in some prompts for a change of pace?

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just read the demo, and i am in love with like, everything in it! ui, your writing style, note system, welfare app, animations - jdbcjbbdhdjcknf /pos very hyped for case 1! *sends a lot of love your way*

found some typos tho - sorry if they were already noted. the first two screenshots is a matter of "they/them" used for singular objects aka password, phone; there's a missing dot between two sentences on the third screenshot, and a misstype at the last one

Hey thank you!!

There's two more menus to be revealed (pseudo-twt Caw app, and the messaging app). I already went through the hellish coding phase, so I can't wait to show you guys!!

Working on some UI pages and menu entries today... Thanks for the typo checks! Haven't got the chance for any beta read... But maybe for Case 1 release? 👀

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Well then, full Case 1 it is! Really can't wait to introduce the messaging mechanic because it was super hard to do and took so much effort lol

05 May 2025 Update

I think... I'll release 1/3 of Case 1. Just as a demo for the new features!

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05 May 2025 Update

I think... I'll release 1/3 of Case 1. Just as a demo for the new features!

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Update 25 April 2025

So sorry for the sparse updates!!!

Was focusing on my other IF @thewoodshungers-if

BUT, I'm still writing Case 1's drafts. Confirming that I will release it in two parts because it was branching and long af. Will start writing the investigation branches, and an encounter with a certain detective

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banging UI

🔗 – NAV | FAQ | PLAYLISTS | KO-FI | BUG REPORT | COMMUNITY | GAME DEMO

Crime. Cars. Cash.

Unfulfilled at work, struggling for money and witnessing the exponential success of your best friend, you learn that your intel at AutoLuxe Insurance services™ is not entirely useless. The call for a new opportunity arrives, abruptly dragging you down into an underground car-theft ring.

Meet a crew that runs a shady auto body business and face the world that is fuelled by greed, risk, ego... and a lot of gasoline.

Chop Shop is a crime-action interactive fiction in development, strictly +18 for language, themes and potential explicit content.

Player character creation – Determine your PC’s appearance, personality, background and gender identity.

Character driven narrative – Bond with many side characters and the main crew, conceal your new double life, test morality within an underground criminal enterprise and witness the growth of your new counterparts.

Pursue relationships or play the field – Flirt, f*ck and/or find your partner in crime.

Learn the tricks of the trade – Gain skills in high-speed driving, lock-picking, pickpocketing, mechanics and critical-thinking to pull off espionage jobs, boost cars and uncover secrets.

Choose your motive – Fuel your need for adrenaline or play it safe, reap the rewards to help out those in need or keep the money to yourself for your own gain.

Dice Roll mechanics - No playthrough is the same! Face skill checks, mini-games, and character interactions determined by dice rolls.

Your choices matter. Crime always comes with consequences.

Status: Episode .004 Released - January 12th '25. Word count: 272k

Four – [he/him, 41] – The Mourning | The Team Principal [limited] – An unnatural team leader, skilled mechanic and annoyingly strong headed; Four provides the rocky foundation of this operation. Still troubled and unable to accept personal loss, guilt threatens the cracks of his struggling business. Dilani – [they/she, 36] – The Resenting | The Analyst [limited] – Unable to fulfil family expectations, Dilani turned their genius elsewhere. Logically minded and technologically adept, she can crack any computer systems, infiltrate any network or whip up a gadget in no time. Sunny – [he/him, 33] – The Searching | The Artist – After flunking out of art school, Sunny’s expert craft is expressed out on the road, transforming and fine-tuning cars into unrecognisable beauties – whether it be for genuine customers or to dupe law enforcement. Maz – [they/them, 28] – The Recovering | The Driver – Former up and coming superstar, Maz was ready to inherit greatness. Now an embarrassment to the family and unable to face their reality, they turned to the back-alley car world. Aimee – [she/her, 30] – The Reforming | The Thief – With no real life-goal in sight, Aimee's made a living out of taking what's not hers. Whether it be a pen, a partner or the keys to that Porsche outside. But for how long is this job sustainable?

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you're alive????????

I uh... I AM. so sorry

Sorry for the sparse updates... I was currently writing for @thewoodshungers-if 's chapter 4

BUT quick update for TKP: Finished all coding for the messaging. It was hell. But I think it'll be all worth it!!! Thinking of breaking down Case 1 demo into investigative + the trial part because it will be a bit long.

Will update more soon!!

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Some Twine refs I made a few years back. Send in an ask if anyone's interested with how I do the UI stuff in The Kill Petition!

it was hellish to use CSS in Twine btw

Cass’s Twine Refs

And also a cheatsheet for myself

1. Twine Basics (Basic syntax and linking)

Twine Sugarcube 101 (By @/townofcrosshollow)

2. Design (UI sidebars, CSS, etc.)

Sugarcube Sidebar Menu (By @/idrellegames)

Footer for Player Choices (By @/idrellegames)

3. Class Object Variables

Basics

For brief descriptions

For an updating list menu (e.g. Inventory)

4. Cycling Choices

Basics

With description

5. QoL Stuff

Custom save file name

Dark mode

Font size

6. Compiling

Using Tweego (By @/idrellegames)

Some code demos [TBD]

If you have any ref recommendation or any questions feel free to send in an ask!

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THE ADVISOR'S GAME ;

[DEMO]

You are an assassin, a professional, a contract killer. The pay is good, and your clientele are more than happy to keep your identity well under wraps. You take whatever work comes your way, and you don't ask questions.

Until.

An anonymous job offer. An envelope with cash, an image of your target with surprisingly crisp quality, and a non-descript note, left on the doorstep of your home.

'Kill the eldest royal for the other half of your pay.'

That's how you ended up here. Undercover in the royal palace. As the newly appointed royal advisor.

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Are you a bloodthirsty killer, or do you kill out of pure necessity? Do you want to fish around for your mysterious employer, or do you want to live in blissful ignorance?

Make or break alliances, and maybe (reluctantly) fall for someone, as you navigate the intricacies of royal life, all while trying to figure out exactly why you were sent on such a risky job (and by who).

Do try not to get fired, and good luck. ★

"The Advisor's Game" is an 18+ (for mentions of death/violence, non-descript gore, etc.) mystery-romance, with 5 (subject to change) gender-selectable romance options, as well as cast of characters to befriend or antagonise.

[note; one RO will be gender-locked non-binary, however all ROs will be romanceable by any gender of MC]

NSFW TAG (to block, if wanted); a palace scandal

[more under the cut]

ROMANCE OPTIONS;

[AGES]

A. Bellefleur ; Aleron - Alize / the crown royal (your target) / m/f

The (supposedly) well-loved eldest child to the reigning monarchs, they appear in public regularly and often participate in council meetings— clearly someone takes issue with this...probably.

A. has lightly freckled ivory skin and grey-blue eyes, in similar fashion to their siblings. Their hair is a dark-ish auburn and messily cut to the top of their ears (fem A. has it similarly messy, however it falls to their chin in choppy waves)

[neutral to friends (to lovers) ; neutral to disliked ; neutral to respected] ★

K. Valiev ; Kostya - Katja / the head guard / m/f

An odd figure, unassuming, almost strangely approachable. They are quiet, and kind, and always smiling...so why do the older guards seem terrified of them?

K. is an olive skinned individual with a small scar running up over the right side of the jaw, and their eyes are dark brown. Their hair is a chestnut brown and is kept in tight curls, though they occasionally braid them (when they have time).

[friends to lovers ; neutral to friends (to lovers) ; friends/neutral to disliked] ★

A. Caras ; Altair - Arali / the royal physician / m/f

Their bedside manner leaves much to be desired, they are no nonsense to the point of being borderline rude, yet the whole palace sings their praise as though they are an angel (you don't see it, personally, but maybe you will eventually).

A. is an individual with vitiligo, leaving patches of their naturally sienna skin instead a pale ivory, as well as whitening some strands of their fringe. Their eyes are a bright green, and their honey blond curls are kept short (fem A. has longer curls, around chest length, that she keeps up in a ponytail for work).

[neutral to respected ; neutral to disliked ; neutral to friends (to lovers)] ★

T. Bellefleur ; Talbot - Tallis / the middle royal / m/f

The younger, but not youngest, sibling to the crown royal. They don't like you much (then again they don't like many people much), but you're not sure about that knowing glint in their eye when you interact— what do they see in you?

T. has heavily freckled beige skin and almost eerily pale blue eyes. Their hair is a fiery auburn and cut into a messy undercut (fem T. has shoulder length hair, covering an undercut at the back).

[enemies? to friends (to lovers) ; enemies? to respected] ★

M. Serrel ; Marin / your fellow assassin / nb

You had to do a double-take when you saw them, and so did they, it seemed someone wanted you two in the palace at the same time...but why?

Marin is a sienna skinned individual, with hazel eyes (on the greener side) and almost black-brown hair. Their hair just brushes their shoulders in length and falls in soft waves, though they quite often have it pulled into a half up bun/ponytail.

[rivals to friends (to lovers) ; friends (to lovers) ; friends to rivals ; friends to friends with benefits (to lovers)] ★

NOTE; for all romances MC must befriend the RO of their choice first, otherwise they won't consider anything beyond some light flirting. Additionally, in the case of A. Caras and T. Bellefleur, the romances will be slower burn (especially Caras).

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it's never too late to start tears of themis!! the events eventually get added to perm and *goes onto tangent why you should get back into it*

haha prepare for the asks 😈 I'd like to start of with a personal favourite of mine (even tho she's a lil basic)- what are the ROs like when they're jealous / seeing a hickey on MC but it's really just a bug bite?

Might re-download after the update when I have more time! So many things to do, and I wanted to work on this IF

Oh yesssss I love this trope so much. Assuming on the crushing / pre-dating stage.

Sam: Will 100% jump to the worst conclusion ever. BUT, he will confront you when he feels ready for the worst case scenario.

You felt a graze at your fingertips, and you looked up to see Sam as he took your hands in his, his thumb ghosting over your knuckles. He looked down, unable to meet your eyes. "Are you... Are you with someone now?"

Eva: Pouts and sulks, she will go full-on petty and would not hesitate to confront you immediately.

Eva scoffed and folded her arms as she turned away. "You want to go out to eat with me? I don't want to become ANOTHER HOMEWRECKER. Just eat with that skill-lacking prick that left those hickies."

Morgan: Will flirt more blatantly and shamelessly unless you show discomfort / reject him.

"Who left those marks on you?" his hand ghosted over your neck before it traced your jaw, his fingertips on your chin tilting your head to meet his gaze. "You know I can do better, right?"

De Leon: Will keep a level-head to assess the situation and form a new game plan (maybe if it's just a one-time thing, they could be a one-time thing as well... and they could work from there. maybe).

"So... Had a rough night?" they leaned over the table, tucking a strand of hair behind their ear. Their eyes met yours before it dropped to your lips. "Who left those marks?"

Sorry that it's so late I'm ready for more!!

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25 Feb 2025 Update - Re-write Announcement

Hi guys!

So I was writing Case 1 and realized that MC and Sam working together in the first case is way too early and it's ruining the build-up I'm planning to do...

Since the demo is just Case 0 (Prologue) anyways, I'm going to re-write a little bit of the prologue to make things more interesting in the future! Now please erase Case 0's plot from your memory.

As an apology, a little more sneak peek of the Messages menu!

Thank you javascript you are the best