Extended Progress Update: February 3 2023

Hello Returning Visitors!

Hopefully, you’re doing well and aren’t lost in the woods somewhere…

The Fernweh Saga: Book One’s one month anniversary is only two days away. 🌲🥺 I feel like the time flew past me, though I believe that is thanks to many of you engaging with me, sharing your thoughts, and taking the time to interact with each other while exploring the story. It’s been a really great experience, so thank you for staying with me and offering support as we continue.

Speaking of continuing, we should get into how Book Two is going!

Right now, my intention is to have the same (unlucky number 13) amount of chapters. ⬛🐈 I’m noticing that the chapters are tending to be longer as I move forward, partially due to the scope of the plot points, but also because of the level of variation that I’m adding by calling on variables. (Book Two’s Introduction is about 3 times longer than Book One's.) This is primarily due to scenes that trigger based on your MC’s current choices along with past choices/stats.

When I grant early demo access for certain Patreon tiers, I will likely include a few tips about how to uncover the various scenes, though I’m sure many of you will enjoy exploring.

Something I’ve been having fun with in this book is the ability to make nods to past RO moments you may have experienced while giving options for you to explore those tentative feelings/bonds. I couldn’t do this too early in Book One, since you were still meeting and learning about the characters; now, I can! 😎 Or at least, I can give you the opportunity to be flirty with J as soon as they call you on the walkie talkie in Chapter 1. Having that past history thanks to Book One is something I’m sincerely enjoying incorporating into Book Two—it creates links between your two playthroughs that will hopefully make everything feel more real.

I know I’m supposed to be a little vague about things in these updates; it’s hard when I tend to ramble. XD The scene I just wrapped up involved the MC’s W-given nickname coming into play and tailoring how they interact with you in the Fernweh Diner. It will be interesting for replays.

[Spoilers Ahead!]

Here’s an excerpt from Book Two:

"Hey, ass-hat, come out!" Your shout fails to provoke any reaction as it faintly echoes along the shop fronts, losing its combative edge within seconds. You resist the urge to hurl a piece of loose gravel at a cluster of trash cans to try and force the sicko out. "Try this again and see what happens."

Some MCs really be like: (ง •̀_•́)ง and ready to throw down when needed.

I hope you all have a lovely weekend! 💚