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Love this game and the update!!

I wanted to highlight an issue with the UI: The icons' click area are much larger than expected, so if your mouse is off by a pixel, it selects the previous icon. 

Here's where the bigger issue comes in: Because of this, if I try to click on the player info/stats icon, I sometimes end up clicking on the Home page since my mouse was off by a pixel -> And because there's no "Return to game" or "Back" button, I'm forced to use the "Load game" option -> And if you haven't saved your game recently, then you lose your progress when you have to reload.

I'm wondering if you could please consider reducing the click area of the icons to be more accurate, or if you could please add a "Return to game" / "Back" button on the Home page that takes you back to the story. 

Thank you!

Thank you for the update! Although it’s some funny timing for me because I *just* happened to finish my first playthrough and am now seeing that the next chapter has released an hour ago. Time for another playthrough! 

I got Marc by choosing that someone kissed me when you need to choose whether you or someone else initiated the kiss. I don't know if the following are relevant, but I also chose that it was intense but restrained, rating it an 8. 

Oh, wow! Love the ending of Chapter 3. Very intriguing. I'm excited to see what happens next!

Whoo, can't wait for the next chapter!

Really enjoyed the first chapter! Can't wait to read more about the lore and interact with the other characters. I love the idea of archetypes and hope to see more flavor text for them. 

I started reading The Will of Many during a flight earlier this year but never got to pick it back up. I do remember finding the world and lore super intriguing, so I'm happy to find an IF inspired by it. 

Also, hope you don't mind, but here are some spelling mistakes I found while reading:

This was on the Emperor Archetype run:

• This next choice solidfies [solidifies] your character archetype. No locks out of dialogue choices, or major decisions, but it will effect [affect; verb] flavour text.
• A servant scurries over to bring two plates breakfast to the table, when Aemilia begins discussing the intinerary [itinerary] of the day.
• You can never be sure, as the cirriculum [curriculum] and details of The Academy are a closely held secret graduates swear to keep.

• Choices in response to Aemilia's remark: "Since the establishment, and conquerors of old, Diam has been built upon hierarchy." 
  • You frown. The heirarchy [hierarchy] has never rubbed you the right way. Elitism isn't to your taste at all, like it is to many of your peers.
  • The words do not phase you at all. The heirarchy [hierarchy] has been built on history; trials and tribulations of the past, it is neccisity [necessity].

• Soiree:
  • He clears his throat, like hes [he's] about to regale you a grand tale. "The first trial is to do with fighting," he whispers, then stops.
  • Interesting. "That's all you know?" you whisper back. You think aout [about] the implications. You should train more sparring, but should you tell Aemilia?
  • There's ripples of nods throughout the crowd. Collectively, they raise a glass as well in return. A servant offers you a flute of champgne [champagne], and you find yourself among them.
  • You look at Caesar next to you. He stands strong, like the marbled statues they make of rulers past. Theres [There's] a determined ridge in his brow at your father's final words, a spark in his eyes.

• Choice when bandits ambush carriage: You wince, its [it's] not a pleasant view at all. If only those bandits had seen their mistake earlier.

This was in the Fool Archetype run:

• Sparring scene: 
  • The edge of your sword clashes against hers, sparks flying as you [missing verb?] "You're going down today." 
  • She suddenly pulls back, leaving you teetering forward precariously, and before you can catch youself [yourself], her sword is sailing down in an arc directed at your neck.
  • "Lets [Let's] return now. Wash up and change, there are some... visitors coming later."
• Soiree:
  • Aurelia just stares at you, like you just spoke some ridiculous words. "Even if I told you, your brain would be too small to comprehed [comprehend] it."
• Gates, asked guard to spin 5 times:
  • You laugh, purely amused at the sight in front of you. A grown man listening to such a ridiulous [ridiculous] request. "Thanks for the laugh, my goodman."
  • The door is not a traditional one, instead an inpenetrable [impenetrable] slab of concrete no man could break except with an ungodly amount of virtus.

Down bad for Bastion 😔

Great game and beautiful pixel art! Love the customization and the remarks you can get. 

Great demo! I love Havard and Lexia and can't wait to have more interactions with them. The customization options are great, and I love the variety of choices. Looking forward to reading more!

Shift 2 is absolutely perfect! I did Biker Boy at first and enjoyed his route until I tried Lane's out of curiosity... Quickest 180 in my perspective of him and BB. All that bantering and bickering - now Lane has my heart even though he has some controversial thoughts. 

But overall, I love how all characters are written so well, and the world along with MC's past are super intriguing. Can't wait to see more of this!

Such a fun read! I love the bickering between irritable MC and Siruud - he's such an interesting and charming character. Also, the way MC's stats and achievements are presented is so creative; I kept checking after certain events to see how it would update. Looking forward to the next update!

I'm so glad I stumbled upon this. Oswin has shot up to being one of my favorite ROs. I love the dynamics he shares with MC, specifically how bold MC can get under his skin and fluster him (I need more flustered ROs!), but I also enjoy his character depth and the darker areas he struggles with. Looking forward to seeing how his romance will unravel.

But as a whole, this IF is well-written and crafted. All the ROs are interesting and with entertaining intimate moments. There's never a dull moment - the story is packed with adventure and intrigue. 

Those refer to the processor your Mac uses. It's best to download the corresponding file for better compatibility. 

You can make your selection based on which processor your Mac uses: Intel (e.g. labeled as Processor: M1) or Apple silicon (e.g. labeled as Chip: macOS). Check "About this Mac" if you don't know.

Such eloquent and beautiful writing! Loved both endings, especially the angst of the sad ending. Thank you for the game.

Such an interesting premise! Great art, and I like the aesthetic. Biker Boy being awkward is adorable.

Intriguing premise with excellent writing and an engaging prologue to set up the stage! The memories were beautiful to read and really cemented the relationship the family had before. Looking forward to seeing more of this!

This is everything I've wanted

This is adorable and amusing - thanks for this! That Britney part had me laughing