Thorn for the Villain~ Reincarnated as an Extra in an Otome Game?!
Truck-kun strikes yet again…!
-An office lady is reincarnated as Teresa von Ambrose, originally a spriteless extra character in the obscure otome game “Eternal Blessing of the Stars”, where most of the endings end up with Asmodia Kingdom in shambles one way or another...
Teresa: "That's me. I'm part of that shitty kingdom!!!"
Armed with knowledge of the game's future, Teresa decides to intervene and erase the event that triggered the beginning of the original story.
-But actions have consequences, and instead of the protagonist, Teresa finds herself drawing the attention of the villainous underground organization, Snare.
*Note: This game contains blood, violence, and character death. Also expect scenarios you would normally see in other isekai stories.
-Customizable first name for the MC
-2 Love interests
-20,000 words (demo version)
- 55,000 words (extended early beta access version)
-Optional dyslexic font
-Partial Voice Acting
...More to discover!
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
-What's your favorite scene/event?
-Are you interested in playing the full release?
(The full game will be PAID)
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
-Other comments are welcome!
If you have questions that aren't posted in the FAQs, feel free to ask away!
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Development log
- ~Year-End Progress Update + BSKY~12 days ago
- ~September Progress Update~ PJs?! and Delay Again74 days ago
- ~July Progress Update~ + Special Promotion + Merch?!Jul 22, 2024
- Early Access Demo Update is Now LIVE! ($30 Tier and Above)May 11, 2024
- ~May Progress Update~ EARLY BETA UPDATE ANNOUNCEMENT + [Mystery & Magic Otome B...May 02, 2024
- ~February Progress Update~ +Reminder to DonorsFeb 29, 2024
- ~December Progress Update~Dec 31, 2023
- Android Test Build Released~Nov 18, 2023
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is there a way not to die?
Yeah. Check the comment thread here:
https://itch.io/post/11475268
IM SO HOOKED ALREADY FROM THE DEMO !! this is too good i literallt went crazy oh my goddd I CANT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I choose final boss and did he just imprisoned me in his house?!!But I love Vicenzo tho🥲🤌(I played demo version)
The story is interesting
Both Vicenzo and Edel are creepy, but if I had to choose... Vicenzo, as of the garden scene in my garden in the demo, he seems the least threatening of the LIs. They're both ok when they're not threatening me lol. Too early to judge my favorite scene. I might play the full release since I do tend to get hooked on trials, as long as they don't scare me sh****ss. Will I fall in love with them, who knows?
Just believe that you will have an OTP😌(couldn't help it 😂)
But if you've played my other (longer) games, you should more or less have an idea how I do romance, though of course, they're quite different archetypes from the ones I've made before.
I love how the file in the android version is called "jester" and the downlading "traped with jester" like... for a second i thogh i didn't install the right file 😭
I loved this demo!!!
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
I chose Vicenzo's route without a second thought! He's so pretty and I'm a sucker for the two-faced schemer archetype. A lot of his interactions ended up being sweet or funny, so I'm very happy.
-What's your favorite scene/event?
My favorite scene is torn between when Vicenzo interrupted Teresa's tea party and when he stepped in when the prince was being gross. In general, Vicenzo's lowkey manipulative gestures are really intriguing.
-Are you interested in playing the full release? (The full game will be PAID)
Yes for sure!! I saw somewhere that the projected price would be $9.69 and I can't believe that price! You could definitely go up if you'd like. So many people seem to be enthusiastic to support the game and play more of the story.
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
I think so! I wasn't quite feeling it in the beginning, but the two LI's occasional threats and the story hinting at ulterior motives is compelling.
-Other comments are welcome!
I had so much fun playing this game! I loved Teresa and Eric's sibling dynamic. They're so funny together and I'm looking forward to any more interactions with them. They make fun of each other and bicker, but you can tell they care about each other a lot. Also, I went back and tried to get the ending where Teresa didn't die but no dice. I'll go ahead and list my choices during my first playthrough since I saw you ask someone else what they chose.
Thank you for making such a fun game!
Are you looking for no death end?
Just pick a different choice for the final option. I hope you have a save file (don't pick backtrack) 😅
Omg thank goodness I save at every choice lol. Thank you so much for your help!
There should be. What are the choices for this?
Well my choices were being mean to Edel and nice to Vicenzo. Then I was in the part where Vicenzo was showing you items and no matter the choices I picked I would always get killed by Edel afterwards
Hm... it's not a matter of being mean or nice to either one, but it is possible to get locked into the bad ending at the final option if you pick certain very specific choices, which honestly, is more difficult to get than the safe end.
Is that an older version of the game? Cause that might be one.
Another is your first choice when you meet Edel (the one with the very first CG). If you choose to ask about the boss, it makes everything harder for you.
Another is if you never snitch on him (you should).
Cant wait for this drop. I bought it on that other website you had and am so ready. Will the Android version be updated with the full release? Im playing from my computer and want to also play on my phone lol😝
I'm considering on doing a simultaneous Android release if there will be no problems with the testing later on, though it would be a direct port, which means the UI will not be optimized for mobile gameplay... that is to say, I'm concerned about the comfort with playing (small text, difficult to press buttons, etc.).
-So, I might run a survey/poll when the time comes if people would be alright with that.
Also note that there's no cross-play or file transfer between versions, so you will have to choose only one, unless you want to play two separate files.
Im already playing the story on both my computer and my phone lol😝 If the android needs a little longer release, im perfectly fine with that. The better and more set it is, the more i can be with my Vinny☺️
The story is indeed wonderful, though I always managed to enter a route where my character dies. I should have considered my choices lolol. This really made me act nice toward the villains
i swear vicenzo's eyes get me every time.
😝
oh I adore this bad- I never spend money on games usually, but this is one I am willing to because oh my god its so goodddddddd!!!! the team has done an amazing job, im shocked I wen from hating Vicenzo to absolutely adoring him haha, amazing work, I only noticed like one grammatical error but other than that it was perfect <3 (although personally I'd like more options for punching people, Teressa is way better at keeping her cool than me-)
I want to pursue Edel AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
i adored playing through this - it's a wonderful love letter to isekai/transmigration stories! looking forward to seeing more!
(i did notice some grammatical errors here and there, but nothing that took away from my enjoyment; if you ever decide to look for an editor, i volunteer as tribute <3)
I mean, you're free to post errors here if you'd like! Someone posted mistakes in the comments below too.
Or I might make an anonymous feedback box for the next devlog update as well🤔
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
tbh i was aiming for EDEL at the beginning bcs i like dark haired mls and he seems like someone u can do enemies-to-lovers trope with... but as the story goes he starts to get more yandere?? and overprotective?? of vicenzo, and i was having DOUBTS like is he rly the love interest??? so idk maybe in the full version i might choose vicenzo?? but i still wanna go w/ edel so ig edel it is (hopefully i can fix him)
-What's your favorite scene/event?
when edel took off his mask + when estella was being DENSEEE with a tired henry
-Are you interested in playing the full release? (The full game will be PAID)
I AM!!!!!! for a 150k+ otome game???? with this beautiful art and interesting story?????? worth it
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
edel is definitely villainous.. vicenzo? not sm, hes too soft (but ig we'll see more of his villainous side in the full release?)
Thank you so very much for the demo! I can't wait for the full release :3
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
Vicenzo, no questions asked. He hits all my trope boxes and sells the two-faced prince persona so DAMN well. Best thing is I can kinda see, the start or semblance of some feelings from his side?? Or maybe I am delusional... Either way, I like him a lot.
-What's your favorite scene/event?
The dance with Vicenzo felt very memorable and I could feel the sparks flying. When I think about it... basically every scene with Vicenzo? I am definitely biased.
-Are you interested in playing the full release? (The full game will be PAID)
Yes, I am actually on my way to get extended beta :D
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
I admit that Edel is not quite doing it for me, he is like unhinged psycho while Vicenzo is the flair I like. Calculating bastard if you will.
The demo is amazing, I really enjoyed it.I got both the ending without dying and dying, I really loved the art it's so pretty and the voice acting is also amazing and I really loved the writing as well, the LIs were also very interesting.
Questions
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
I'm not sure because I can't decide who I liked more between Vicenzo and Edel.
-What's your favorite scene/event?
I like the scene where Edel took off his mask and when we talk about the marriage agreement with Vicenzo
-Are you interested in playing the full release?
(The full game will be PAID)
I think I would be very interested in buying the full game once it's out if I had money since it is not out of my price range!! I am also interested in
maybebuying the early bird discount so I might just do it :D-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
They are definitely villainous from description but Vincenzo haven't shown much of his evil side, Edel def did though!
Just finished the demo, and I love it! I'll try to somehow buy the full game when it releases.
I enjoyed playing it, I haven't tried other options yet nor died (I saw a comment mentioning it). Or tried going for Edel's route in the demo. I'm excited for it, Vincenzo looked like I wouldn't like him except for his white hair, but his cocky and sometimes gentle charms (even if he's faking it or not, idk) made me love him.
The demo is awesome, i'll try saving to buy the full release.
This game is gorgeous! The visuals, the soundtrack, everything is so well crafted; it really shows how much passion has been put into this.
I was wondering if you were interested in a free Spanish translation for the game. I am a final-year student of English-Spanish translation, and I'm currently looking for a project to get my degree. If you are interested, I would be very excited to work with you.
Keep up the amazing work; your game is awesome!
If you are interested, please contact me at:
claudio.contreras.torres@alumnos.uta.cl
or cct.contreras@gmail.com
I played the demo and enjoyed it. Managed to make it to the end the first time without dying by being a continuous dick to both Edel and Vicenzo.
I do not know if this is intentional, but when I went back through to choose nicer or more receptive options I was always killed by Edel and it wasn't really clear why? What decisions trigger him going sicko mode?
It's not a matter of being nice or mean to them, rather, it's more like this: https://itch.io/post/8021977
for me its either when you snitch on him or not
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
I wonder if there will be a route where we could kill both of the love interests lol. I would try to go for that route first, not that I hate the LI's, but they both frustrated me sometimes during the game, Edel for killing me so many times and Vicenzo for being too cocky, but I guess that's a part of their charm lol
Hi! I recently purchased the Special Dialogue option but it seems the form is no longer open? Is that the case? Just wanted to be sure I hadn't made a mistake. Thank you very much for your help!
Do you mean that the link in the .txt file isn't working, or do you mean that you can't download the .txt file that has the link?
Thank you for your quick response! I can download the file, and the link does open a form, but I can't fill it out. It shows the message: "The form Contact information is no longer accepting responses."
Thanks for informing me! Looks like my drive prevented any form of editing cause it was almost full😅
Try again if it works now.
It's working now, thank you so much for your help!! ^^
For context, I have only played 1 run-through of the game, aiming for Vicenzo's route.
There are 2 questions I'd like to answer for feedback!
Whose route would you choose first? And why?
I liked Vicenzo's overall character design and personality over Edel's. Vicenzo's design sold the whole "2-faced" prince vibe and I loved it. His white hair and fox-like expression make him feel innocent yet deceiving and playful.
I think Edel's character just wasn't for me. He felt like a dilf (lol I'm sorry I like pretty boys) with an unaesthetic look to his messiness.
What's your favorite scene/event?
My favorite scenes would have to be when the mc came to eat food with Vicenzo and Edel, and the final scene with the creepy text!
I loved the first scene because I thought it nicely explored each of the characters. Such as the mc's love for food, Vicenzo's obsession for spicy cupcakes, and Edel's undying loyalty to please and obey his master. It was funny how you could force Edel to eat a spicy cupcake (lmao). Honestly, I feel like it was much deserved because he threatened us. Plus, it was cute and funny to see him react the way Edel did (testing the bounds of his bond with Vicenzo LOL).
And for the final scene, I liked it because it was the first time we (as the reader and not the mc) felt just how cruel the game can be, which is fun! Playing a romance game and then suddenly remembering how scary these situations actually are, makes it all more immersive and engaging.
Sorry for the long feedback but I hope this helps! I had fun playing the game and look forward to seeing more!
bro the "STAY PUT" felt like she was hoping a dog she was training would remember the training lol!
TERESA IS SO REAL, like its always the 'interesting' 'amusing' and sometimes it 'your not like other girls' so frickin annoying T-T. She's so relatable, why are main characters so dense.
answers to the descriptions questions:
I was drawn to this game for Count Vicenzo , two faced fox troupe x soft for mc troupe/would kill for mc possibly? is *chefs kiss* and honestly stayed for MC and Count Vicenzo them being together is such a delight, I love every scene that Vicenzo is in and also where he punishes that trollish butler for her, may Edel lick dirt off of the tiles mc walks on
yeah when it comes out my wallet will shed paper tears for your game 100%
in my opinion yes but also the sadist in me wants to see Vicenzo get a bit crazier when protecting her from trollish butlers >:) side note: I love his eyes
I have been playing the demo non-stop for about an hour now. I don't think I've laughed like that in CENTURIES. I love the main character, and the plot is super interesting, the little chibi drawings to show her inner emotions are the best 10/10.
yass! a new update!
oooooooo new demo update!!!!
so excited to play >-<
There's no new story content (that's only available for early beta access), but there are a few minor visual updates 👍
ooo oki doki thx for making that clear lmao (im still playing it again >:3)
Tell me if everything works! :>
Everything seems to be working just fine! I played the browser version and the images no longer look pixilated at the beginning either!
Just like Penelope and her ducks, Amazingggg
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
Edel, cause contrary to real life it seems I want to be murdered in games.
-What's your favorite scene/event?
The moment Edel villainously laughs at us after the interview haha
-Are you interested in playing the full release? (The full game will be PAID)
I think it'd be totally worth it, and I would if I could.
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
Yes.
olá,sou brasileira e não sei inglês e queria saber se vai ter alguma tradução para português?
(se eu puder comprar quando sair completo eu vou)
ITS SO GOOD! Especially the humor. It kept me cackling until I reached the end
Helloo I wanna ask what programs you use for making games? Love the art btw, the demo was really fun I really wanna buy the game but I dont have the money rn (I do plan on buying it in the future :3)
Renpy!
And dw, there's plenty of time. And I mean, PLENTY cause I've been slow😂
DEMO was really nice! I loved the effort put into the sprites, animations and sfx even though i assume it was tedious putting those in. The art is quite unique with the watercolor style and i just really like the subtle details... C'mon the cute blue loading screen rose? Ackk
On another note, i was seriously stressed for my girl. My choices got her killed in the end, but! I'm most looking forward to the world building and relationship progression between characters because they seem to have a lot of depth. How much do you suppose the final game would cost? ^^
I hope you got the demo ending by the end though!
For the price, it's mentioned in the FAQs.
Hello, sorry to bother, I would like to know how you make sure your character assets are not in the download folder, I'm going crazy so I can protect my assets, thank you
If you're using Renpy, make sure to archive them (search that up) by checking options.rpy.
THANK YOU SO MUCH I LOVE YOU! <3
So i am going to buy the early bird sometime this week, but how long will it be available for? Also when the next update happens will there be more story to the early bird discount?
I'll be closing it once full release is near or when it runs out, whichever one comes first. Either way, I'll be making an announcement for that.
Any early access update is only for the $30 and up tier. Early bird discount will be getting theirs on full release, alongside everyone.
Nice. Well ill be patient lol
This was amazing!!! The art, voice acting, story, facial expressions, soundtrack, and dialogue were incredible. Everything is so polished. Thank you for this masterpiece. I've played other visual novels, but this was my first actual Otome! I'm definitely looking forward to future updates and plan to buy the full game. :)
I love this game so much, AND THE ART OMGGG I LOVE UR ART AND THE GAME PLUS ITS A GOOD STORY THIS GAME IS UNDERATED BUT NEEDS TO SEEN
Aww thanks!❤️
Rating the game *cough*5stars*cough* might help it be seen 😉
LOVING SO MUCH
-Whose route would you choose first? And why?
IDK HAHAHAAH can I answer both?
-What's your favorite scene/event?
The first time I saw Adel face, made my jaw drop
-Are you interested in playing the full release?
(The full game will be PAID)
sure why not
-Are the LIs villainous enough for you?
welp, I think can you make Lis more villain because in some scenes I still see the humanity in Lis
I really loved this game, but omfg it was so hard to not die 😭😭 (but even if Edel kills me, I loved his character, and I'm just so anxious for when the game updates)
One more thing! I played on my phone so Android service, and it went really well tbh, didn't it crash or anything just appeared sometimes messages saying that it was disabled and I guess it was because it was a demo, so everything it's good!
Thanks for testing the Android build!
And yes, some options are still unavailable OvOb