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Hey baby, I just wanna say don't let people get you down,especially with a gender-locked female MC. I just wanna thank you for it also bc I've really CRAVED for a IF like this since the concept will be interesting. I hope everything goes well in your coding,get good rest and sleep :)))).

aww hello dear a-anon… 😳 don’t worry, i won’t! this story is something i’m doing out of my own selfishness too 🙊 i'm really, really happy you found it interesting!! and i dooo! things are going well—right now, i’m focusing on wrapping up the prologue and writing the whole chapter 1. i made some small changes in the prologue (nothing major though), just little tweaks here and there (that's why it's been quiet here) 💕 anyway, thank you so much for the support and sweet words, it truly means a lot 🥹💖

have a great day! xx 🌸

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THE CRUEL PALACE (Court Intrigue IF)

Being born into a noble family is a blessing to most. For you, it became a sentence.

When false accusations threaten to destroy your family, you're forced into a dangerous decision: enter the royal palace as a concubine to prove your family's loyalty and protect their name. But life behind palace walls is nothing like the noble life you knew. It’s a world ruled by secrets, schemes, and power plays—where trust is rare, and betrayal is everywhere.

As the child of a respected civil official, your fate was supposed to be different. Now, you're caught in the middle of court politics, royal jealousy, and the lingering scandal left behind by your mother. The only way to survive is to play the game and win.

Will you rise through the ranks and gain the Emperor’s favour? Or will you lose yourself in the cruelty of palace life?

Your choices will decide your future, your family's honour, and the legacy you leave behind.

Key Features:

Play as male or female, and shape how the world sees you—from your looks to your personality.

Make choices that matter—every decision affects your future and your family’s fate.

Explore life in the royal palace, filled with secrets, lies, and unexpected allies.

Build or break relationships with other concubines, servants, nobles, and even the Emperor.

Choose who you trust—and who you love—romance the Emperor, a fellow concubine, a sharp maidservant, or a rising military officer.

Balance duty and desire—stay loyal to your family, or chase your own path to power.

Uncover the truth behind your family's downfall and your mother's scandal.

DEMO Approx 11k words

FORUM

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Alrighty! I’ll see you guys next Sunday then! xx

Sooo 👀 I was just chillin’ here after finally finishing MC’s brother’s ID—after like 4529204 years 😭 I’m not sure if you guys will like it (I’m so not the creative type lol) but hey, it’s done! so, I decided to check on the blog, and aww, I just saw these super sweet messages from you guys… they seriously made my day! Thank you so much for the kind and lovely words, cuties! 🙈🌸

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anyway, that’s it for today 🙈 i'm afraid i got a little too carried away and forgot i was supposed to work on another character profile 😭

Sooo 👀 I was just chillin’ here after finally finishing MC’s brother’s ID—after like 4529204 years 😭 I’m not sure if you guys will like it (I’m so not the creative type lol) but hey, it’s done! so, I decided to check on the blog, and aww, I just saw these super sweet messages from you guys… they seriously made my day! Thank you so much for the kind and lovely words, cuties! 🙈🌸

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you accept ros scenario & reaction ask

YES MA'AM! 🫡🙇‍♀️

that sounded suspiciously like an order but hey, i’m not complaining 😂

AND YES I DO, but i can only answer those when i have like FREE FREE time like no coding or planning smth evil i mean you know scenes yeah... 👀

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Don’t worry about the discouraging messages either! I always wanted to read a story focused on WLW. And that PLUS cross-dressing??? Chef’s kiss. Try your best!

I KNOW RIIIIGHT 🙈🤌

AND I WILL!! THANK YOU SO MUCH, ANON 🤗 i’m putting my whole heart into this, so hearing you’re excited makes everything feel worth it 🥹💖

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A YURI GAME?? WONDERFUL 10/10 PLEASE DON’T DROP OFF THE FACE OF THE EARTH

and don’t feel pressured either, or if you do feel the pressure, just ignore us and write like how you want to write

YEEEESSS A YURI GAAAAME!! 🙈

aww don’t worry, anon! i’ll be sticking around like a plaster—you might end up getting annoyed by me 😂 So you better not hate me for it 😜

and thank youuu!! Like, really! this is the first time someone’s told me to just write the way i want to, and that’s honestly so sweet of you to say 🥺 i don’t want to disappoint you, so i’ll work even harder from now on! 💪💖

have a great day! xx 🌞

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Hello! I just wanted to say how excited I am for this IF, personally I’m actually really excited about the gender locked female aspect of the story and how it will play into everything. The idea of the MC disguising herself is also an aspect I really like as I feel it can lead to really interesting dynamics with some characters! Overall I’m very excited to learn more both about game mechanics as well as the various characters. I hope you have a good day or night and know that you’re idea is really interesting and myself and I’m sure others are very excited to see more of it!

thank you so much for the incredibly kind message, anon!! 🥹 it means the world to me that you’re excited about the gender-locked aspect and the MC’s disguise. those were such important narrative choices for me and i’m so glad they stood out to you! 🙈

i’m also really thrilled that you’re curious about the character dynamics and game mechanics 🫶 i've been putting a lot of thought into how everything connects behind the scenes, and knowing that people are looking forward to it is so motivating 🙈🥰

hope you’re having a lovely day/night too! and thank you again for taking the time to send this. it truly made me smile ^^ 💌

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Sooo 👀 I was just chillin’ here after finally finishing MC’s brother’s ID—after like 4529204 years 😭 I’m not sure if you guys will like it (I’m so not the creative type lol) but hey, it’s done! so, I decided to check on the blog, and aww, I just saw these super sweet messages from you guys… they seriously made my day! Thank you so much for the kind and lovely words, cuties! 🙈🌸

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UPDATE + ADDRESSING ISSUES:

To those anons who wanted the game to be gender-customizable, I'm really sorry, but for now, I can’t give you what you wanted.

Originally, this book was meant to be gender-customizable, since the siblings’ genders were an important part of the plot. If you chose a male MC, you’d get a sister; if you chose a female MC, you’d get a brother. But I’ve decided to scrap that.

Mainly because... I just can’t write a male MC. This is my first IF game. I’ve written short stories before, but only in my native language—so writing in English is already a challenge. Adding gender customization would only make it harder.

That said, removing that option made the story’s outline a lot clearer to me. Everything flows more naturally now, and ideas come to me faster. Another reason is that I’ve always wanted to publish a yuri or queer romance IF game. I haven’t seen many games made just for girls—especially ones that center on wlw stories. I know there are gender-customizable ones out there, but it feels different to create something that’s dedicated to the wlw and queer community. 🩷

This story not only focuses on wlw love, but it also explores the MC’s journey of self-discovery—whether that means embracing her identity as a lesbian, questioning her gender, or figuring out who she is beyond labels. These realizations won’t happen instantly, and that’s okay. They’re part of her growth, and the answers will come naturally over time.

I also want to address something, since my inbox has been flooded with a lot of hate asks lately. While I expected some backlash, it’s still disheartening. I didn’t think it would be this intense. I had already prepared myself for the worst, knowing that this wouldn’t be what some of you wanted. I understand it’s an “interactive” story, so some of you expected full customization.

Still, some of those messages really discouraged me from continuing for a while. That’s why the blog’s been quiet—I needed time to reflect.

Also, English isn’t my first language, so I do struggle with complex words sometimes. But other than that, I’m doing okay!

I’ve been working on the character profiles too, especially important ones like the MC’s brother. (Shout-out to the anon who wanted more facts about him—I see you! 👀)

You’ll get them! I just need your patience. I’m also working during the day and renovating my house, so... yeah. I hope you understand. I’m getting there! As for the coding part—it’s going slow, as usual 😂

But I’ve already confirmed where I’ll upload the game! It’s going to be made with ChoiceScript. I know a lot of people say Twine is great because you can fully customize the UI and all that. But it also tends to have more bugs, especially if you’re not that confident with coding. ChoiceScript just feels less stressful when it comes to fixing things, so I’m sticking with that. 👀

That’s it for now. Have a good day, everyone! xx

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Gender locked female again? -,- There are more and more of them. You find a cool sounding IF - you're excluded because it has to be with female locked MC.

Yes, the MC is gender-locked as female. I understand that might not appeal to everyone and that’s totally okay! There are many amazing IFs out there with full gender customization, and I truly encourage you to explore the ones that speak to you.

For this story, though, the female experience is core to the narrative. A big part of the emotional journey comes from the MC disguising herself as a man in a world that demands it, and the struggles that come with that.

Also, to be honest, I’m more comfortable writing female protagonists. I don’t feel confident enough yet to write a male MC especially one as complex and central as this. That might change someday. Maybe I’ll grow and explore other perspectives in future projects. If that happens, I might revisit this story or create another one with more customization.

I apologize if that’s disappointing. But for now, I want to tell this story as authentically and strongly as I can, and that means keeping the MC female.

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DEMO | SPOTIFY | ROs VELMOURA ID | WORLD OF ORIALIS

Welcome to Velmoura City — where safety is promised... but never delivered.

A city full of wealthy families, mysterious strangers, hidden lies...

and killings?

Within this city, the top elite rule — the Old Families. The Old Trinity:

The Ōno (大野) Family — a very old and widespread surname. A mystery. They could be tied to a farming heritage or noble lineage from the broad flatlands... but in truth? No one knows. Secrets are their family tradition.

The Leavitt Family — deeply rooted in ancestry and influence, a 'beloved friend' of the other two. Influential in politics, defense, education, and public leadership. Name it, they’re there.

And lastly — The Donleavy Family. The Gatekeepers. Aristocrats of the old world, they guard the city gates and rarely step outside their sunless estate. Their valley manor, Lemorne, is said to be shrouded in mist, even at noon. But no one knows the truth, because no one has seen their manor���or even knows where it is.

It is also said that one of the Donleavy daughters vanished twenty years ago. And she's still missing. Some say she’s dead, but who knows?

The family says nothing and they have kept their silence for centuries, not out of loyalty, but because their tongues were cut out by the founder. They still smile, but you’ll never know what hides behind those smiles.

Everything is a mystery in this city.

Your life. Everyone around you. Even your brother’s death. His sudden death changed everything... your life, and the city itself.

New face. New identity. New life?

But the questions don’t stop, and neither does the danger.

What really happened to your brother? Who’s pulling the strings in this city? And why are they watching you now?

In a city built on rules, you’ve already broken the first one: Ask nothing.

Because here, the truth isn’t free. It comes with a price. Sometimes, it costs everything.

Are you ready to face it? Remember: this city itself is a lie.

But love?

Love is the deadliest secret of all.

You wanted the truth. She wanted you. Now neither of you will let go.

Because in Velmoura... The truth isn’t the only thing that kills.

Sometimes... love does too.

Play as a Gender-Locked Female Protagonist

Step into the role of a young woman forced to disguise herself as a man. Navigate a world of secrets, lies, and shifting identities.

Customize Your Identity

Shape your MC’s appearance, personality, and public persona. Present as male in public while exploring your evolving identity in private.

Master Your Skills, Hobbies, and Knowledge

Grow through experience. Gain abilities and uncover hidden talents as you chase the truth behind your brother’s death.

Explore Gender and Sexuality

Experience a personal journey of self-discovery as your character grapples with questions of gender identity and sexual orientation.

Uncover a Web of Secrets

Investigate your brother’s mysterious death and expose the dark secrets buried deep within the city of Velmoura.

Trust No One or Risk Everything

Everyone has something to hide. Forge alliances carefully, because every character may be lying, even those closest to you.

Reputation and Rumors Matter

Your actions, relationships, and public behavior affect how others see you, as well as what they whisper behind your back.

Maintain Your Cover or Let the Truth Slip

Keep your disguise intact or allow glimpses of your true self to surface. Each choice brings consequences.

Romance with High Stakes

Just like your MC, each romance option features two systems: Affinity, which reflects trust and love, and Tension, which captures emotional intensity, jealousy, or attraction. These systems shape the course of your relationships.

The Truth Always Has a Price

Some discoveries demand sacrifices. These could be emotional, physical, or involve the loss of someone you care about.

Branching Choices with Lasting Impact

Every decision matters. Who you trust, what you reveal, and how you act may determine who lives, who dies, or who betrays you.

Face Your Past, Heal or Harden

Confront personal trauma through memory fragments, emotional triggers, and moments of vulnerability. Choose whether to bury your pain, seek healing, or let it shape the person you become.

Discover the Forgotten Past

Uncover hidden journal pages, secret recordings, and whispered dreams. Each clue reveals Velmoura’s long-buried history and helps you understand your place in it.

—ROMANCE OPTIONS—

💍 The Heiress: Valencia — Your (Brother’s) Fiancée

Your soon-to-be wife.

She thinks she’s in love with you(r brother...). She’s said it a hundred times, lived it for twelve long years. But now that you’re acting... different. Softer, warmer, more genuine. Her heart’s starting to trip over itself. This is the first time she’s fluttered like this. This never happened before, so why now? The more time she spends with you, the more confused she becomes, the more she begins to question everything. Who did she really fall for? You or your brother? 🤫

Personality: | ▇▇▇▇ | shy | easily flustered | ▇▇▇▇▇▇ | ▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇ | tries to act mature (fails adorably)

Background: She’s the heiress of one of the city's oldest and wealthiest families. She’s been trained in elegance and etiquette, but when it comes to expressing her feelings… she’s a disaster.

🧊 The Mysterious Transferee: Vireau — The aloof student in the last row

She avoids everyone... except you.

She’s a transfer student. Nobody knows much about her. Some say she’s a foreign exchange student. Others whisper about a dark past or an “incident” that forced her midyear arrival. None of it seems to faze her. She never talks unless she has to. She keeps her distance. But with you, something cracks. Her cold walls start to melt. For the first time, she speaks without being forced to. She listens, even when she pretends not to. And though her heart is locked behind layers of frost and fear, you sense it...

A loneliness that mirrors your own.

A secret too painful to say aloud.

And a dangerous tenderness that might just ruin you both.

Personality: | Cold | distant | ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ | ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ | ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇

Background: A mystery. Even she doesn’t want you to know where she’s from or what she’s running from. The real reason she’s keeping everyone out may be more painful than you imagined. But as her walls fall, you’ll see a girl terrified of losing what little she has left, especially you.

🌸 The Perfect Girlfriend: Gu (顾) — Too Perfect to Be Real

Everyone loves her. But who is she, really?

She’s everyone's dream girl: smart, kind, graceful, and practically flawless. She’s top of the class, adored by peers, trusted by adults. She always knows the right thing to say, the right move to make. But sometimes, her perfection feels... too perfect. The closer you get, the more cracks you see. Beneath the mask, someone else might be watching and waiting to be seen.

Personality: | Gentle | elegant | impossibly composed | ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇

Background: A top student with the perfect record, the perfect smile, and the perfect secrets.

😤 Your "Favorite" Headache: Vega — Your Grumpy Hotheaded Deskmate

She hates everyone, especially you.

Your deskmate is sarcastic, moody, and impossible to deal with. She snaps at everyone and glares like it’s a hobby. You’re no exception... until you are. She doesn’t know how to handle her feelings, so she hides them behind jabs and rolled eyes. But when push comes to shove, she’ll stand by you, even before admitting she cares.

Personality: | Grumpy | ▇▇ | hotheaded | secretly protective | ▇▇ ▇▇▇▇

Background: She comes from a tough upbringing and doesn’t trust easily. But with you, she’s learning that maybe—just maybe—it’s safe to feel.

🔪 The ▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇: Unknown "Juno" — Secret Route

She's been here all along. You just didn’t notice.

A hidden romance path, only unlockable through certain choices. She might be a side character, an NPC, or even someone you thought was irrelevant. Sweet at first glance, but her love runs deeper and darker than anyone else’s. She watches. She waits. She believes no one else deserves you, and she’ll do anything to keep you safe... especially from the people you care about. And if you get too close to anyone else, she won’t just break. She’ll shatter, and take everything with her.

She doesn’t want to share you. She doesn’t think she should have to.

Personality: | ▇▇ ▇▇ | unstable | possessive | obsessively protective | ▇▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇ ▇▇ ▇▇▇▇

Background: She’s always been by your side. Even before you met. And now that you’ve seen her… there’s no going back.

⚠️ Content Warnings:

This game contains mature and potentially distressing themes including abuse, psychological trauma, graphic violence, murder, torture, manipulation, steamy romance, emotional/mental health struggles, and identity-related trauma.

Player discretion is strongly advised.