I ALREADY LOVE THIS AAAAAAA I'm so happy to stumble upon this-- SO MANY CHOICES TO BE >:DD
I love all the characters, for the life of me, I cannot pick, they are equally interesting and fun to interact with!!
Oswin is that childhood sweetheart, turned distant-- but actually cares??? I'm cooked chat, I'M ACTUALLY GONNA FOLD-- (god its like a slow burn with him, slow burn and angst.) (I am going to CRYYYY LET ME TAKE CARE OF YOUUU RAAAHHHH) (I forgive him, but that backstory with the key hurt me actually-- like--)
Zahn is such a cute thing, (especially in the explicit scenes god-- I love them, I could just devour them whole, they are so NEEDY MWAH--) (I didnt know what gender I wanted them to be, so I flipped a coin and now he's a boy :D) (IT WAS WORTH IT THO-- I LOVE PRETTY BOYS TOO) (also-- religious trauma?? same, I wanna save him from it.)
Duri?? I DIDNT KNOW THE WOLF WAS GONNA BE THEM (I went in bliiindddd--) gosh, they make me blush (I chose them to be a girl because I'm gay for girls who could devour me--) (WHAT?? WHO SAID THAT??) (😰)
also, I chose the mule-- I knoow I KNOW OSWIN GAVE ME LOOKS ON MY SELECTION BUT I CHOSE HERRRR SHE IS MY BESTIE I LOVE HER me and the mule have the same amount of braincells, in which if you combine them, you get 1--
I named the mule Bunn because I saw that mules have long ears, and they look like bunnies to me. she is very pretty and she knows it <33
I love our dads, and my dead mom <33 (never met her, but I stand by it)
also-- I chose being a chef because... well-- no one is a chef in our travels, so I thought being a chef would make me useful in a different way :D (I also think being a badass chef is funny) (Imagine attacking people by seasoning them and frying them up <3)
edit: so sorry-- but is it possible to peg guys and gals in explicit scenes?? I wanna be dominant in most explicit scenes hehe (sorry if its stupid-- I was just wondering ehehe thank you again--) (teeny suggestion) (sorry again--)
The ages in this confuse me. After the timeskip, it says the MC is 24, but also starting their 24th year, making them 23. I think the same happened when the MC was 7/8 and 13/14. Is this a mistake or did I misunderstand something?
Hello my friend! I'll be on the lookout for errors here. The ages did change during editing for the first draft a very long time ago, so there may be something off about the wording in some places. I've provided some clarity below, but I'll be sure to proofread for continuity when I can. Thank you for the heads up! ^_^
At the conclusion of the Prologue and start of chapter 1, MC is only 5 years old (Lakota is 1 year older and Oswin nearly 4 years older but hasn't hit his 9th birthday just yet). After the first bout with the illness, there's a summary for the 3 years in-between that covers the rest of age 5 and on through age 8 (the incident in the barn happens during this time and is meant to be in the same year the MC is 8 years old). In that same year, before their 9th birthday, is when MC picks their favored skill/profession. After this there is another summed up few years that leads up to the 14th birthday - the "Name Day." During that summary there is mention of Lakota's name day, which occurs a year prior to the MC's, so the wording there may be confusing. Once the MC turns 14, there is a 10 year skip to jettison them into their next most important birthday. The MC is turning 24 the same day the mark appears, this would be the start of their 24th year. This is where most of the character creation is concluded and ends chapter 1 and bleeds into chapter 2.
But the 24th birthday is the start of the 25th year, no? It means that the 24th year is now complete, so the next one starts. Like someone's first birthday, when they turn one year old, marks the end of their first year in life and the start of their second one. So the number of someone's birthday is the number of years they have behind them. That kind of phrasing is used rather frequently, so that may be where the confusion stems from.
I think we may be just from different semantics on that. For me, the 24th birthday is the start of the 24th year - the year you spend at age 24 might be a better way to phrase it. I can see it your way of course, it's just not from my frame of reference I guess. Like, I had my 37th b-day last month, that day marked the beginning of my 37 years walking this earth. It's almost like not counting the first 12 months of infancy honestly lol (like the counter starts at 0 and you build up to age 1 and so on). It's just the way I know it at least.
Also, just a little confused, does this have love triangles or stuff? Ngl it's hard not to reach to the halfgod even when going oswin routes...this is hard choice
That is correct, there are 4 "main" love interests and a 5th mystery man who hasn't been revealed yet.
No Love triangles or poly in this one, but you can flirt and such until you choose a love interest (or none) to lock into. Oswin and Duri are creating a lot of conflicts of late, so you're not alone there. ^_^
What a wonderful story, so well done! The writing is excellent, the world and lore are compelling, and I absolutely love all the characters. Though Oswin has to be my fave! I’ve had this sitting in my collection for awhile now and am finally getting around to reading it, and kicking myself for waiting so long. I am thoroughly invested and can’t wait to read more!
I'm am so glad you enjoy it, my friend! At least by waiting, you probably got a couple more chapter updates since you added it, lol. I'm working on chapter 5 now, so hopefully sometime this fall I'll have more for you to enjoy! ^_^
AAAAAAAAEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE I quite enjoyed this Interactive Fiction and will be regarding this with illuminating approval. Yours sincerely, bgataghaolsinshe de III
Choosing between Duri and Oswin is like answering 500 questions of advanced math back-to-back underwater upsidedown while being chased by a dragon. It's just too hard to choose one 😭
And it's probably going to just get worse, lol. We're reaching advanced calculus levels, and the dragon is timing you on your test while also trying to eat you.
um idk if this is a error on my hand but when it gives you the choice on body type it does not let me choose and pick the body type i want, So idk whats happening so i thinks its a error im not sure tho :'3
I am glad you love it! Duri was probably more an inspiration (though not a super-direct one) from (Yoko) Kurama from Yu Yu Hakusho (though Kurama is a fox-demon and not a wolf). He's where the interest in magical-transforming/shifting beings first started (loooong time ago). Though, I have a soft spot for Inuyasha as well! The ears are irresistible! ^_^
This is genuinely one of the best stories i've read on here. One of the only times reading a story where the MC transitioning from child to adult actually made me feel sad in a way and not secretly happy its over so we could move onto the romance and other juicy stuff. As if I was actually going along this transition w/ the MC. Missing childhood. You wrote the growing up scenes all so well where I genuinely felt connected to the MC's parents and the Twinflowers. Even our grandma who we didn't get so many scenes with. Also, our horse !! You really know how to get us readers connected to each one of your characters- it's amazing. I truly love Oswin and am so beyond curious what secret he's been holding onto that has had him push away from the MC. I'm a sucker for childhood friends secretly mutually pining after one another so I love it. But like other comments- Duri has made it difficult (as well as Zahn - what another lovable and playful character.... oh, and also Nathan omfg !!). I'm determined that Oswin will be my current MC's endgame, but you've definitely made it difficult to choose for my first run (because I know for sure I will be doing multiple playthroughs of this). It's genuinely crazy I haven't seen this story until now but i'm so glad I have!! Can't wait for the next updates and what more angst and pain you'll put everyone through (and i'll eat it up everytimeeee...like you even had me tear up at some parts e.g. where the MC calls out for her dads when she's last in pain was a killer for sure) as well as whatever other projects you work on in the future!
I am so happy you are enjoying it so much! I totally know what you mean with the childhood transition. I've read several IFs where I am just like, please can we grow up now? LOL I just wanted to hit the highlights and build the necessary connections to others since I was eager to get to the meat of the story. And, of course, we'll have some flashbacks to childhood as we go along (especially with Oswin and remembering grandmother Ravinder). There's some fun twists and turns (and PAIN) in store for everyone, so I think you'll have much to look forward to! ^_^
No shame there, but if you want to follow on Tumblr, I regularly post status updates so you don't have to watch itch from the bushes, lol. But no judgement from me if you like to loom around here either though. :D
OMG, 12!? I'm so happy you're enjoying it so much! I'm already doing outlining for chapter 5, so no worries there. I hope to grant your wish as soon as possible. ^_^
Love fantasy the highlights in this story for me is a about seven points in total
1 the world building
feels super unique and original especially when you customize your character people comment on eye color tattoos scars and your job background which is super
2 the main story
Not super complicated you feel like the sickness the mc actually plays into the game and how you respond in the world feels like it has bearing on the other characters or environment
3 Romance choices
Tried them all so far wolfgod by far feels the most authentic ex best friend is to slow burn for me the adorable priest is just the best soft boy of the series though the merchant I just can't vibe with so please more wolf god interactions
4 Will the mc always come off as so weak
Regardless of background so far the mcs on my playthroughs always seem so fragile is that by design or will they grow stronger as the progress
5 will the curse have influence to the type of magic the mc can do if any ?
6 will custom weapons ever be a thing?
7 sorry for all the questions just really enjoying the story so far
Your list has brought a bit smile to me, my dear. I promise more wolfy-shenanigans to come soon.
As for #4 - the MC's agency and action being cruelly taken is serving as part of a building drama in the background. Some play their MCs as capable and take-charge, but the way this is working out for MC here is that they can't be that even if they want. This tension may lead an MC come apart in some way). But not to worry, we are building up to something good and your MC isn't going down without a fight.
For #5 - the mark will not influence MC's magical capabilities. It will add some flavor later in the story but overall it's mainly the physical appearance of the mark that is effected by your choice.
#6 - MC will make a trip home soon. For MCs that already wield weapons, they'll be able to hone what they have in their arsenal. For those who do not typically have weapons, they'll get a chance to learn one and take it with them.
#7 - no worries! I'm happy to answer as long as there's no spoilers. ^_^
I love this so, so much. Like others have said, it's very well written, I have become invested with all the characters (the main group and the side characters), I love our Dads and will throw down hands if anything happens to them, and I can't -wait- to see what else is in store.
You're in luck, in chapter 6 (I anticipate with the current pacing) you'll get to throw those hands! Which also means your parents will be in danger, but ignore that for now.
Nathan is a menace, but he knows he can get away with it because he has that older-guy-handsomeness thing going for him, lol. ^_^
Older-guy-handsomeness is my one weakness. How did you know?! XD
Now, I'm sweating about (possibly) chapter 6. ;>.< But I will throw these hands so hard, no one messes with our Dads.
For real though, I love your IF. I'm really happy that we can pretty much just flirt with like...almost anything that has two legs, more or less, lol! It's makes it very enjoyable...or it adds to an already enjoyable experience. I know that it might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I do love options, and boy do you provide options. Not just with flirting and how you can go about it, (by the way, I love that we can be bold or shy. I know myself personally, I wouldn't be bold, just a tomato-colored awkward armadillo), but how much we can customize our MCs to a degree that I haven't seen in any IF that I have played before. So I thank you so much for all this work that you have put in so far, and an eagerly waiting all the hard work that is incoming with each chapter. It is appreciated and adored, and I can't wait to meet the rest of the cast.
Don't you worry, well - worry a little maybe - but you'll get a chance to show off those hands either way.
I totally get that. Sometimes you just wanna flirt around - it's fun! Especially when you get a rise out of the ROs, lol. I'm glad you enjoy that aspect, my dear. I really want to provide as much variety in the interactions as I'm capable of so the MC feels as real as you and me. ^_^
This is honestly the best thing I've played. The story is so good and I love all of the characters. I can't wait for more❤️❤️❤️ (I literally stayed up till the sun came up playing this lol)
I am not at all ashamed to admit that I stayed up all night, and well into early morning to play this. It is so well written, and the characters, and world building have been wonderful. I could gush about this for several paragraphs, but instead I'll just opt to say it's been beautiful.
I just found this game! I'm literally at the beginning. Literally. But still, WOW. Absolutely love your writing <3
I like how you wrote the character customization. In other games they feel rushed for some reason and there just because...
It's taken me half an hour to write this trying not to sound like a mean idiot XD lol not to the other authors, I mean. I'm not! I love all games like this! D:
Hello my friend! I'm glad you found it and are enjoying it! I'm happy to hear you like the customization; I agonized over how to do it. They're a bit tricky to make them feel organic! Good luck with your game, dear, there's lots of inspiration to be found out there. ^_^
but also the writing is so goood i'm in love! the pace is good and everything is just *chefs kiss* I'm glad to see a IF that updates more regularly than once anually! Can't wait for ch5!
I'm sorry, my dear, I have made him too charming. He was very nearly the first hook-up option too!
I am thrilled that you are loving it. I love working on it so much (I don't do much else with my free time other than read other IFs, honestly). Once chapter 5 is out and Rune joins the cast, I may take a slightly longer break to work on a second IF project. Trying to be sure I don't burn out on God-Cursed so it gets me at my best. ^_^
Can't believe I only found this now, but maaaan it's so good!
I'm so intrigued with everything and everyone. While reading I was so afraid that something would happen to Kip and Dov, and still am, by thank gosh nothing went wrong.
Will keep an eye on this for sure, it's such a good story!!
THIS IS SO GOOD AND SO IMMERSIVE... I may have played this like 10 times now the story is so good, and I love how each character is so different. Zahn is so cute i love them i would put my life on the line for them frfr :3 cant wait for more!!
This was Amazing - so glad to see it’s being actively worked on as well! I was hooked from the first bit and I am so impressed with the level of detail/depth you not only put into the characters — but HOW you introduce them. Da and Papa are Everything and there’s honestly not a character I don’t like (looking at You desk-biter girl.) I teared up multiple times and I loved the variety of personality to the MC. (‘Voluptuous’? HELLO~) I think it’s Beautiful being able to feel a writer’s love for the content in their work; Well Done.
Eagerly looking forward to more, but also I hope you enjoy your break. Definitely adding this to my collection and rooting you on!! ❤️
I'm also so glad that someone has finally mentioned desk-girl! I laughed my ass off after writing that, lol.
I do quite love this project and my world and characters, and am happy that comes through to you. I can't wait to share more about this tale. I've been relaxing and reading some other IFs, but I am already getting the itch (pun sort of intended) to get going on chapter 5! ^_^
i loved EVERYTHING tbh. your writing is great and very evocative. it feels like i'm reading an interactive novel... which is basically what this is already but yknow what i mean. a novel that's so cool that i also somehow get to interact with
it was awesome to see MC's skill/hobby come into play later down the line. it was like a little treat every time it was brought up, and the way you included compatibility was SUCH a nice surprise. archery, cooking, logging... all of it was really fun. it really feels like these decisions (even the soap scent!) actually have some weight in the story, not just a one-off mention to give the illusion of customization.
all the options for the curse mark were very interesting too. i'm very intrigued about the differences between each one (and I definitely noticed duri's different pet names for us, depending on the curse mark)
i also really appreciate being able to skip particularly triggering scenes! it's such a small detail but a really nice option to have
and oh my god all of these ROs have me twirling my hair like "heehee... hi..." which is an impressive feat. usually i'm only torn between two bc my polyamorous heart has difficulty deciding
i'm such a sucker for childhood friends who have grown distant despite their intense fondness for each other! and oswin is like... he's the kind of emotionally tortured that has me both exasperated and yearning. like... SIR. just TALK to me before i punch you and then smash our faces together. and myyy goddd... he's so protective of MC that even seeing his reactions to them flirting with other people has me drifting back towards him bc he's so cute. (GRABBING DURI WHEN I TURN THE TABLES ON THEM AND THE MALICE IN HIS EYES? HGHGHHH PIN ME DOWN AGAIN PLEASE)
nathan is also a really fun addition. suave older men with a colorful and expensive wardrobe can easily convince me into a life of crime. i had a lot of fun flirting with him (oh my god the bathing scene) and i very much missed him when he had to go on his way. COME BAAACK!! LEMME SMOOSH KISSES AGAINST YOUR CAT AND ELK. TELL ME MORE ABOUT YOUR LIFE. the honey cakes had me absolutely swooning. man had NO reason to croon so dirtily like that as he slipped his fingers in MC's mouth. that should be a felony. he should be in prison.
and speaking of honey cakes... it sure is a coincidence they're MC's favorite little treat, because zahn is absolutely a honey cake!!! they're SO SWEET AGH. they're so darling and genuine that it makes me want to scoop them up and bite them bc of the cute aggression. i want to fix up their special cloak for them and i want to handfeed them until they're at a healthy weight and i want to fuckin puNCH THE ACCEPTOR IN THE FACE. FUCK THAT GUY! zahn is going to come home with me regardless of our relationship status and they're going to explode with how welcoming and kind everyone is
duri... oh my god they're so cool. i know the MC was dealing with a lot of things all at once in that wolf reveal... but just a moment of clarity would have been sooooo funny. "oh gods i just treated this demigod like a pet dog--"
hilarious. i really like duri; their flirtations are a subtle shift from nathan's, and idk it's nice. i like how devious they are too while still being compassionate for their wolf family. you've got me punching the floor bc i was unable to give them a honey cake but this is okay... it's okay... i will heal from this betrayal /s
AND SINCE ALL OF THEM ARE SO FUN AND DIFFERENT, I AM VERY EXCITED FOR RUNE. i wonder how they will react to MC's friendship attempts... let alone flirting attempts. and omg the shift in the group's dynamics... what will happen if duri flirts with rune?? who will rune closer to first (besides MC)??? i'm in suspense
ANYWAY SORRY FOR THE. YKNOW. WORD VOMIT. I EAGERLY AWAIT AND SUPPORT YOUR FUTURE WORKS!!! thank you <3
Oh good gracious, my friend you've made me smile, laugh, and cry all within the span of time it took to read your comment. I'm am elated that you've found so many things to love in God-Cursed.
I'm going to work very hard to make sure the feel of the story, especially the interactive part, stays consistent. I want the MC to truly feel like the main component of your experience through this tale, and those little details about them are important.
There's more characters to love and hate coming up and some twists and turns that I hope you will continue to enjoy!
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, thoughts and feelings with me, I really appreciate it and you've brought me a lot of joy with your enthusiasm. ^_^
Hi, it doesn't seem Itch.io lets me PM so this was the only way I could reach you Sorry to bother you, but would it be possible for you to alter your username? I've been using this name online since 2021 and I've recently had several people think we're the same person. I've been trying to distance myself from the gaming community and post my art/music under this handle, so I'd really appreciate it if you could tweak your username a bit since it seems this is a fairly new account. Thank you!
the way i switched up the moment duri appeared- giggling kicking my feet going apeshit yk. also i am looking. and im not ashamed. and the nickname change based on mc's personality??? love it. i got cloud when i first met him and little bramble when i restarted for him and screamed. bye-bye oswin srry not srry :P (jk all characters are so well written im looking forward to playing all routes!! but for now.... hi duri :D
edit: OMG NOT OSWIN COCKBLOCKING ME WDYM CUT IT OUT DOG NONONO DONT CUT IT OUT hj hes such a killjoy </3 omg i need to replay his route with skill in sword and win the fight
Agreed, gray hair is so underrated. Normally in other IFs I read it's usually the classic: black,light brown, dark brown, and red. And if you're lucky you get white as an option. Sorry for the rant lol. And thank you for making this wonderful story!
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I ALREADY LOVE THIS AAAAAAA
I'm so happy to stumble upon this-- SO MANY CHOICES TO BE >:DD
I love all the characters, for the life of me, I cannot pick, they are equally interesting and fun to interact with!!
Oswin is that childhood sweetheart, turned distant-- but actually cares??? I'm cooked chat, I'M ACTUALLY GONNA FOLD-- (god its like a slow burn with him, slow burn and angst.) (I am going to CRYYYY LET ME TAKE CARE OF YOUUU RAAAHHHH) (I forgive him, but that backstory with the key hurt me actually-- like--)
Zahn is such a cute thing, (especially in the explicit scenes god-- I love them, I could just devour them whole, they are so NEEDY MWAH--) (I didnt know what gender I wanted them to be, so I flipped a coin and now he's a boy :D) (IT WAS WORTH IT THO-- I LOVE PRETTY BOYS TOO) (also-- religious trauma?? same, I wanna save him from it.)
Duri?? I DIDNT KNOW THE WOLF WAS GONNA BE THEM (I went in bliiindddd--) gosh, they make me blush (I chose them to be a girl because I'm gay for girls who could devour me--) (WHAT?? WHO SAID THAT??) (😰)
also, I chose the mule-- I knoow I KNOW OSWIN GAVE ME LOOKS ON MY SELECTION BUT I CHOSE HERRRR SHE IS MY BESTIE I LOVE HER
me and the mule have the same amount of braincells, in which if you combine them, you get 1--
I named the mule Bunn because I saw that mules have long ears, and they look like bunnies to me. she is very pretty and she knows it <33
I love our dads, and my dead mom <33 (never met her, but I stand by it)
also-- I chose being a chef because... well-- no one is a chef in our travels, so I thought being a chef would make me useful in a different way :D (I also think being a badass chef is funny) (Imagine attacking people by seasoning them and frying them up <3)
edit: so sorry-- but is it possible to peg guys and gals in explicit scenes?? I wanna be dominant in most explicit scenes hehe (sorry if its stupid-- I was just wondering ehehe thank you again--) (teeny suggestion) (sorry again--)
I swear-- I want to say so much-- but I also dont wanna be annoying--
also also, hope that youre doing well! get some rests when needed and even if I dont know who you are, YOURE VERY COOL MWAH MWAH
The ages in this confuse me. After the timeskip, it says the MC is 24, but also starting their 24th year, making them 23. I think the same happened when the MC was 7/8 and 13/14. Is this a mistake or did I misunderstand something?
Hello my friend! I'll be on the lookout for errors here. The ages did change during editing for the first draft a very long time ago, so there may be something off about the wording in some places. I've provided some clarity below, but I'll be sure to proofread for continuity when I can. Thank you for the heads up! ^_^
At the conclusion of the Prologue and start of chapter 1, MC is only 5 years old (Lakota is 1 year older and Oswin nearly 4 years older but hasn't hit his 9th birthday just yet). After the first bout with the illness, there's a summary for the 3 years in-between that covers the rest of age 5 and on through age 8 (the incident in the barn happens during this time and is meant to be in the same year the MC is 8 years old). In that same year, before their 9th birthday, is when MC picks their favored skill/profession. After this there is another summed up few years that leads up to the 14th birthday - the "Name Day." During that summary there is mention of Lakota's name day, which occurs a year prior to the MC's, so the wording there may be confusing. Once the MC turns 14, there is a 10 year skip to jettison them into their next most important birthday. The MC is turning 24 the same day the mark appears, this would be the start of their 24th year. This is where most of the character creation is concluded and ends chapter 1 and bleeds into chapter 2.
But the 24th birthday is the start of the 25th year, no? It means that the 24th year is now complete, so the next one starts. Like someone's first birthday, when they turn one year old, marks the end of their first year in life and the start of their second one. So the number of someone's birthday is the number of years they have behind them. That kind of phrasing is used rather frequently, so that may be where the confusion stems from.
I think we may be just from different semantics on that. For me, the 24th birthday is the start of the 24th year - the year you spend at age 24 might be a better way to phrase it. I can see it your way of course, it's just not from my frame of reference I guess. Like, I had my 37th b-day last month, that day marked the beginning of my 37 years walking this earth. It's almost like not counting the first 12 months of infancy honestly lol (like the counter starts at 0 and you build up to age 1 and so on). It's just the way I know it at least.
Oh, I am kinda curious, it says 5 LI but we only see 4 written...*eyes* is the god one love interest?
Also, just a little confused, does this have love triangles or stuff? Ngl it's hard not to reach to the halfgod even when going oswin routes...this is hard choice
That is correct, there are 4 "main" love interests and a 5th mystery man who hasn't been revealed yet.
No Love triangles or poly in this one, but you can flirt and such until you choose a love interest (or none) to lock into. Oswin and Duri are creating a lot of conflicts of late, so you're not alone there. ^_^
What a wonderful story, so well done! The writing is excellent, the world and lore are compelling, and I absolutely love all the characters. Though Oswin has to be my fave! I’ve had this sitting in my collection for awhile now and am finally getting around to reading it, and kicking myself for waiting so long. I am thoroughly invested and can’t wait to read more!
I'm am so glad you enjoy it, my friend! At least by waiting, you probably got a couple more chapter updates since you added it, lol. I'm working on chapter 5 now, so hopefully sometime this fall I'll have more for you to enjoy! ^_^
heheh noodles ( I giggled for a full 30 seconds at that you can't do this to me )
I am so glad that another takes as much joy in pasta as I. ^_^ 🍜🍝
I'll be adding more flavor text for that name choice in the future as well.
AAAAAAAAEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE I quite enjoyed this Interactive Fiction and will be regarding this with illuminating approval. Yours sincerely, bgataghaolsinshe de III
I am thrilled to see the light of your approval, my friend! ^_^
Yours truly, Lu
Just done yet another playthrough gods I need more of this world so good
There's more in the oven, my dear! ^_^ Glad you're enjoying it!
I think I might stop breathing this is genuinly the best story I have ever read, and I've read a lot of stories
Oh no, honey, don't do that. Here, have some CPR. Don't spend it all in one place though.
Thank you, my friend! I'm really happy you're enjoying it! Maybe keep an inhaler handy. ^_^
I will :) I need to keep breathing so I can check for updates and replay the game (again)
Choosing between Duri and Oswin is like answering 500 questions of advanced math back-to-back underwater upsidedown while being chased by a dragon. It's just too hard to choose one 😭
On one hand, I want my flirty and bold doggo, but in the other gand, I want my recluse and emo "friend". 💔
I have two hands, but the author power strikes again >:((
Just wait until the mystery suitor enters the ring with the steel chair.
Nuh uh, I'll forever be loyal to those two... probably...
I appreciate someone who can remain loyal (probably) in the face of a threatening chair.
A chair, after all, has many uses. Maybe I could use said chair to smacc the living hell of this suitor if he lays a finger on me
And it's probably going to just get worse, lol. We're reaching advanced calculus levels, and the dragon is timing you on your test while also trying to eat you.
PLEASE MAKE THEM, POLY I BEG YOU
um idk if this is a error on my hand but when it gives you the choice on body type it does not let me choose and pick the body type i want, So idk whats happening so i thinks its a error im not sure tho :'3
wait!! fixed it! just had to refresh the page!!! ^^ oh and very good game so far!!
Glad you got it to work! Hope you enjoy the rest of your journey! ^_^
I love this, but please tell me that Duri was inspired by Inuyasha because omg
I am glad you love it! Duri was probably more an inspiration (though not a super-direct one) from (Yoko) Kurama from Yu Yu Hakusho (though Kurama is a fox-demon and not a wolf). He's where the interest in magical-transforming/shifting beings first started (loooong time ago). Though, I have a soft spot for Inuyasha as well! The ears are irresistible! ^_^
A person with incredible taste!
This is genuinely one of the best stories i've read on here. One of the only times reading a story where the MC transitioning from child to adult actually made me feel sad in a way and not secretly happy its over so we could move onto the romance and other juicy stuff. As if I was actually going along this transition w/ the MC. Missing childhood. You wrote the growing up scenes all so well where I genuinely felt connected to the MC's parents and the Twinflowers. Even our grandma who we didn't get so many scenes with. Also, our horse !! You really know how to get us readers connected to each one of your characters- it's amazing. I truly love Oswin and am so beyond curious what secret he's been holding onto that has had him push away from the MC. I'm a sucker for childhood friends secretly mutually pining after one another so I love it. But like other comments- Duri has made it difficult (as well as Zahn - what another lovable and playful character.... oh, and also Nathan omfg !!). I'm determined that Oswin will be my current MC's endgame, but you've definitely made it difficult to choose for my first run (because I know for sure I will be doing multiple playthroughs of this). It's genuinely crazy I haven't seen this story until now but i'm so glad I have!! Can't wait for the next updates and what more angst and pain you'll put everyone through (and i'll eat it up everytimeeee...like you even had me tear up at some parts e.g. where the MC calls out for her dads when she's last in pain was a killer for sure) as well as whatever other projects you work on in the future!
I am so happy you are enjoying it so much! I totally know what you mean with the childhood transition. I've read several IFs where I am just like, please can we grow up now? LOL I just wanted to hit the highlights and build the necessary connections to others since I was eager to get to the meat of the story. And, of course, we'll have some flashbacks to childhood as we go along (especially with Oswin and remembering grandmother Ravinder). There's some fun twists and turns (and PAIN) in store for everyone, so I think you'll have much to look forward to! ^_^
im ashame to say i check this daily to see if it updates
No shame there, but if you want to follow on Tumblr, I regularly post status updates so you don't have to watch itch from the bushes, lol. But no judgement from me if you like to loom around here either though. :D
you have a tumblr? i would like to follow can you give me a link?
Sure thing, dear!
https://wings-of-ink.tumblr.com/?source=share
Can't wait for more replayed twelve times felt different every time so addicted to it please write more
OMG, 12!? I'm so happy you're enjoying it so much! I'm already doing outlining for chapter 5, so no worries there. I hope to grant your wish as soon as possible. ^_^
Love fantasy the highlights in this story for me is a about seven points in total
1 the world building
feels super unique and original especially when you customize your character people comment on eye color tattoos scars and your job background which is super
2 the main story
Not super complicated you feel like the sickness the mc actually plays into the game and how you respond in the world feels like it has bearing on the other characters or environment
3 Romance choices
Tried them all so far wolfgod by far feels the most authentic ex best friend is to slow burn for me the adorable priest is just the best soft boy of the series though the merchant I just can't vibe with so please more wolf god interactions
4 Will the mc always come off as so weak
Regardless of background so far the mcs on my playthroughs always seem so fragile is that by design or will they grow stronger as the progress
5 will the curse have influence to the type of magic the mc can do if any ?
6 will custom weapons ever be a thing?
7 sorry for all the questions just really enjoying the story so far
Your list has brought a bit smile to me, my dear. I promise more wolfy-shenanigans to come soon.
As for #4 - the MC's agency and action being cruelly taken is serving as part of a building drama in the background. Some play their MCs as capable and take-charge, but the way this is working out for MC here is that they can't be that even if they want. This tension may lead an MC come apart in some way). But not to worry, we are building up to something good and your MC isn't going down without a fight.
For #5 - the mark will not influence MC's magical capabilities. It will add some flavor later in the story but overall it's mainly the physical appearance of the mark that is effected by your choice.
#6 - MC will make a trip home soon. For MCs that already wield weapons, they'll be able to hone what they have in their arsenal. For those who do not typically have weapons, they'll get a chance to learn one and take it with them.
#7 - no worries! I'm happy to answer as long as there's no spoilers. ^_^
Can't wait too read more great work
I love this so, so much. Like others have said, it's very well written, I have become invested with all the characters (the main group and the side characters), I love our Dads and will throw down hands if anything happens to them, and I can't -wait- to see what else is in store.
Also, Nathaniel is a flirty menace and I love it~
You're in luck, in chapter 6 (I anticipate with the current pacing) you'll get to throw those hands!
Which also means your parents will be in danger, but ignore that for now.Nathan is a menace, but he knows he can get away with it because he has that older-guy-handsomeness thing going for him, lol. ^_^
Older-guy-handsomeness is my one weakness. How did you know?! XD
Now, I'm sweating about (possibly) chapter 6. ;>.< But I will throw these hands so hard, no one messes with our Dads.
For real though, I love your IF. I'm really happy that we can pretty much just flirt with like...almost anything that has two legs, more or less, lol! It's makes it very enjoyable...or it adds to an already enjoyable experience. I know that it might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I do love options, and boy do you provide options. Not just with flirting and how you can go about it, (by the way, I love that we can be bold or shy. I know myself personally, I wouldn't be bold, just a tomato-colored awkward armadillo), but how much we can customize our MCs to a degree that I haven't seen in any IF that I have played before. So I thank you so much for all this work that you have put in so far, and an eagerly waiting all the hard work that is incoming with each chapter. It is appreciated and adored, and I can't wait to meet the rest of the cast.
Especially ????.
<3
Don't you worry, well - worry a little maybe - but you'll get a chance to show off those hands either way.
I totally get that. Sometimes you just wanna flirt around - it's fun! Especially when you get a rise out of the ROs, lol. I'm glad you enjoy that aspect, my dear. I really want to provide as much variety in the interactions as I'm capable of so the MC feels as real as you and me. ^_^
This is honestly the best thing I've played. The story is so good and I love all of the characters. I can't wait for more❤️❤️❤️ (I literally stayed up till the sun came up playing this lol)
I hope you caught some sleep afterwards! I am so thrilled you enjoyed it so, my dear! ^_^
I did XD I was tired the next day but it was totally worth it lol
I am not at all ashamed to admit that I stayed up all night, and well into early morning to play this. It is so well written, and the characters, and world building have been wonderful. I could gush about this for several paragraphs, but instead I'll just opt to say it's been beautiful.
I hope you got some rest at some point, my friend, but I am pleased as punch that it drove you to such lengths! ^_^
i fell in love with this so much i hope this isn't like abandoned or something
Hello dear! Barring death or dismemberment, I'm dedicated to finishing, so don't you worry. I know the sting of abandoned projects all too well!
I am glad that you love it! ^_^
thank you i'll keep checking for updates then
i am literally so smitten with oswin
There's a lot to love there, my friend. 😊
I just found this game! I'm literally at the beginning. Literally. But still, WOW. Absolutely love your writing <3
I like how you wrote the character customization. In other games they feel rushed for some reason and there just because...
It's taken me half an hour to write this trying not to sound like a mean idiot XD lol not to the other authors, I mean. I'm not! I love all games like this! D:
This isn't random, okay? I'm writing my own game and I can't help but notice all kinds of details ;^; XD
Hello my friend! I'm glad you found it and are enjoying it! I'm happy to hear you like the customization; I agonized over how to do it. They're a bit tricky to make them feel organic! Good luck with your game, dear, there's lots of inspiration to be found out there. ^_^
my save is gone TT. Someone help me
So sorry my dear! Was it a save from before the update?
why is Nathan not an endgame option I'm sobbing
but also the writing is so goood i'm in love! the pace is good and everything is just *chefs kiss* I'm glad to see a IF that updates more regularly than once anually! Can't wait for ch5!
I'm sorry, my dear, I have made him too charming. He was very nearly the first hook-up option too!
I am thrilled that you are loving it. I love working on it so much (I don't do much else with my free time other than read other IFs, honestly). Once chapter 5 is out and Rune joins the cast, I may take a slightly longer break to work on a second IF project. Trying to be sure I don't burn out on God-Cursed so it gets me at my best. ^_^
that's probably for the best. take your time and good luck!
Can't believe I only found this now, but maaaan it's so good!
I'm so intrigued with everything and everyone. While reading I was so afraid that something would happen to Kip and Dov, and still am, by thank gosh nothing went wrong.
Will keep an eye on this for sure, it's such a good story!!
Well I'm glad you're here now, things are really heating up!
I am glad that you are enjoying it, and know that I am committed to not killing off our beloved fathers (everyone else is fair game though). ^_^
if something happens to Lakota...
He'll be fiiiiine.
probablyoh my god
Man Duri has me flustered as fuck 😳😳😳
Then they are doing their job quite well, my dear. ^_^
I'm loving this game. FemDuri is my favourite at the moment.
Duri has proven to be such a heart-stealer! I'm very proud, lol. ^_^
THIS IS SO GOOD AND SO IMMERSIVE... I may have played this like 10 times now the story is so good, and I love how each character is so different. Zahn is so cute i love them i would put my life on the line for them frfr :3 cant wait for more!!
I'm thrilled you are sucked in, my dear! More cuteness to come. ^_^
This was Amazing - so glad to see it’s being actively worked on as well! I was hooked from the first bit and I am so impressed with the level of detail/depth you not only put into the characters — but HOW you introduce them. Da and Papa are Everything and there’s honestly not a character I don’t like (looking at You desk-biter girl.) I teared up multiple times and I loved the variety of personality to the MC. (‘Voluptuous’? HELLO~) I think it’s Beautiful being able to feel a writer’s love for the content in their work; Well Done.
Eagerly looking forward to more, but also I hope you enjoy your break. Definitely adding this to my collection and rooting you on!! ❤️
I'm thrilled that you're hooked, my dear!
I'm also so glad that someone has finally mentioned desk-girl! I laughed my ass off after writing that, lol.
I do quite love this project and my world and characters, and am happy that comes through to you. I can't wait to share more about this tale. I've been relaxing and reading some other IFs, but I am already getting the itch (pun sort of intended) to get going on chapter 5! ^_^
i loved EVERYTHING tbh. your writing is great and very evocative. it feels like i'm reading an interactive novel... which is basically what this is already but yknow what i mean. a novel that's so cool that i also somehow get to interact with
it was awesome to see MC's skill/hobby come into play later down the line. it was like a little treat every time it was brought up, and the way you included compatibility was SUCH a nice surprise. archery, cooking, logging... all of it was really fun. it really feels like these decisions (even the soap scent!) actually have some weight in the story, not just a one-off mention to give the illusion of customization. all the options for the curse mark were very interesting too. i'm very intrigued about the differences between each one (and I definitely noticed duri's different pet names for us, depending on the curse mark)
i also really appreciate being able to skip particularly triggering scenes! it's such a small detail but a really nice option to have
and oh my god all of these ROs have me twirling my hair like "heehee... hi..." which is an impressive feat. usually i'm only torn between two bc my polyamorous heart has difficulty deciding
i'm such a sucker for childhood friends who have grown distant despite their intense fondness for each other! and oswin is like... he's the kind of emotionally tortured that has me both exasperated and yearning. like... SIR. just TALK to me before i punch you and then smash our faces together. and myyy goddd... he's so protective of MC that even seeing his reactions to them flirting with other people has me drifting back towards him bc he's so cute. (GRABBING DURI WHEN I TURN THE TABLES ON THEM AND THE MALICE IN HIS EYES? HGHGHHH PIN ME DOWN AGAIN PLEASE)
nathan is also a really fun addition. suave older men with a colorful and expensive wardrobe can easily convince me into a life of crime. i had a lot of fun flirting with him (oh my god the bathing scene) and i very much missed him when he had to go on his way. COME BAAACK!! LEMME SMOOSH KISSES AGAINST YOUR CAT AND ELK. TELL ME MORE ABOUT YOUR LIFE. the honey cakes had me absolutely swooning. man had NO reason to croon so dirtily like that as he slipped his fingers in MC's mouth. that should be a felony. he should be in prison.
and speaking of honey cakes... it sure is a coincidence they're MC's favorite little treat, because zahn is absolutely a honey cake!!! they're SO SWEET AGH. they're so darling and genuine that it makes me want to scoop them up and bite them bc of the cute aggression. i want to fix up their special cloak for them and i want to handfeed them until they're at a healthy weight and i want to fuckin puNCH THE ACCEPTOR IN THE FACE. FUCK THAT GUY! zahn is going to come home with me regardless of our relationship status and they're going to explode with how welcoming and kind everyone is
duri... oh my god they're so cool. i know the MC was dealing with a lot of things all at once in that wolf reveal... but just a moment of clarity would have been sooooo funny. "oh gods i just treated this demigod like a pet dog--" hilarious. i really like duri; their flirtations are a subtle shift from nathan's, and idk it's nice. i like how devious they are too while still being compassionate for their wolf family. you've got me punching the floor bc i was unable to give them a honey cake but this is okay... it's okay... i will heal from this betrayal /s
AND SINCE ALL OF THEM ARE SO FUN AND DIFFERENT, I AM VERY EXCITED FOR RUNE. i wonder how they will react to MC's friendship attempts... let alone flirting attempts. and omg the shift in the group's dynamics... what will happen if duri flirts with rune?? who will rune closer to first (besides MC)??? i'm in suspense
ANYWAY SORRY FOR THE. YKNOW. WORD VOMIT. I EAGERLY AWAIT AND SUPPORT YOUR FUTURE WORKS!!! thank you <3
Oh good gracious, my friend you've made me smile, laugh, and cry all within the span of time it took to read your comment. I'm am elated that you've found so many things to love in God-Cursed.
I'm going to work very hard to make sure the feel of the story, especially the interactive part, stays consistent. I want the MC to truly feel like the main component of your experience through this tale, and those little details about them are important.
There's more characters to love and hate coming up and some twists and turns that I hope you will continue to enjoy!
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, thoughts and feelings with me, I really appreciate it and you've brought me a lot of joy with your enthusiasm. ^_^
Hi, it doesn't seem Itch.io lets me PM so this was the only way I could reach you
Sorry to bother you, but would it be possible for you to alter your username? I've been using this name online since 2021 and I've recently had several people think we're the same person.
I've been trying to distance myself from the gaming community and post my art/music under this handle, so I'd really appreciate it if you could tweak your username a bit since it seems this is a fairly new account.
Thank you!
the way i switched up the moment duri appeared- giggling kicking my feet going apeshit yk. also i am looking. and im not ashamed. and the nickname change based on mc's personality??? love it. i got cloud when i first met him and little bramble when i restarted for him and screamed. bye-bye oswin srry not srry :P (jk all characters are so well written im looking forward to playing all routes!! but for now.... hi duri :D
edit: OMG NOT OSWIN COCKBLOCKING ME WDYM CUT IT OUT DOG NONONO DONT CUT IT OUT hj hes such a killjoy </3 omg i need to replay his route with skill in sword and win the fight
I couldn't have said it better myself lol. And man when I went to his description......GRAY HAIR!? lol I can't.
Not enough gray-haired ROs in my opinion. I'd expect more in any other IF I write - some salt and pepper action maybe too. ^_^
Agreed, gray hair is so underrated. Normally in other IFs I read it's usually the classic: black,light brown, dark brown, and red. And if you're lucky you get white as an option. Sorry for the rant lol. And thank you for making this wonderful story!
And Duri is beyond happy to have you look ;)
All the ROs will patiently await their turn with your MCs, but Duri loves to be first.
Enjoy your future victory over Oswin, my dear! ^_^