Writing Update

just a fun fact - Aurelian has a pet snake named Snow who he deeply loves and takes care of, and she accompanies him wherever he goes. 🥺

here a quick doodle I did:

☼ DEMO ☼ PINTEREST ☼ KO-FI

Unshackled is an 18+ tale of betrayal, fantasy and horror. It explores the desperation and the length that the protagonist will go through to survive and escape from their own darkness and to seek justice.

☼ Warning: please be advised that this game includes mature themes, such as corruption, severe abuse of power, (optional) sexually suggestive content, suggestive language, psychological horror, violence, death, and gore.

Follow the journey of the protagonist after they escape with the help of a strange being, as they’re unsure whether they can trust them or whether they will lead them down the path of destruction.

Celestia. A town known for its high and rich reputation. The streets are lined with ornate buildings made of white stone and adorned with gold showcasing the town’s wealth and prosperity.

On the town square there’s a statue of a celestial being empathizing the town’s connection to the heavens. The people of Celestia are proud and regal, with their lifestyle reflecting the town’s reputation for luxury and abundance.

Despite that, the town isn’t only known for its riches and glamour.

But for the ancient order of warriors who are tasked to protect the king of Celestia and the people of Celestia from any supernatural harm.

You. The protagonist of the story. Since childhood you have been trained and taught to be loyal and guard the prince (now king) from any danger that arises. You were tasked to never question an order.

However, one day while ordered to guard a strange ancient artifact, you found out the order has become corrupted and power-hungry, seeking to control and dominate the world.

They have been performing dark rituals and sacrifices, harnessing the power of innocent lives to fuel their own power.

After confronting the leaders of the order and the king, they betray and frame you in front of the town’s people, who once called you a hero.

Imprisoned for a century, full of torment by visions and nightmares of the order’s dark deeds. You are plagued by guilt and despair, feeling responsible for all the lives that were lost and banished from existence.

After you escape, what are your plans? Will you choose to seek the path of justice, or will you opt for a solitary and peaceful life?

☼ Customize your MC: name, gender, sexuality, pronouns, personality and appearance [scars and tattoos]

☼ Choose the weapon you prefer and make a decision whether to utilize supernatural abilities or not.

☼ Discover the intricacies of past relationships or build new ones, each with diverse paths and narratives.

☼ Influence how others perceive your reputation.

☼ Embark on a journey through the world and as you come across creatures, individuals, locations, history, and magic, compile a comprehensive codex to chronicle your adventures.

☼ Select your preferred method of seeking vengeance for the harm inflicted upon you.

☼ A creature ally that you can either adore or push you to the brink of madness.

☼ And many more.

Aurelian Caelum [RO] - The King [M]

Aurelian was trained from a young age to rule and had a strong desire to become the greatest ruler in Celestia. Despite his charismatic and confident look, he has a hidden personality that included selfishness and dishonesty. He could be demanding, jealous of other’s success, and may manipulate and deceive to achieve his goals.

Elara Pallas [RO] - The Councilor [F]

Lady Elara Pallas is an intelligent elf who comes from a family of scholars. She joined the order and became a councilor member, responsible for overseeing the order's operations and making crucial decisions. Elara was fascinated by the ancient warriors and their role in maintaining peace, and her hard work and dedication quickly made her a respected figure in the kingdom.

Kazuo Sakuragi [RO] - The Loyal [M]

Kazuo was a kind and helpful member of his village until a lycan attack killed his family and turned him into a lycan. After months of fear and anger, he was helped by the protagonist to adapt to his new life. Kazuo joined the warriors and became fiercely loyal to the protagonist. He vowed to find and kill the lycan that destroyed his life.

Aiden/Ava [RO] - The Mischief [F/M]

An orphan skilled in thievery and persuasion takes on various jobs, using their mastery of disguise and lockpicking. They have a code of honor, never stealing from the poor and helping children whenever they can.

Soul Collector [RO] - The Helper [F,M or NB]

"I am the possession that you cannot shake, the demon that dwells within. Your soul is mine, and I will never let go." Who are they? Why did they help you? Can you trust them?

THE DEAL ACT 1: INFERNO - Updated June 18!

DEMO - FAQ - FORUM - NAVIGATION

Next update ???

“when the shackles trapping destruction shatter, the pale rider shall scorch the earth. thus, all shall be plunged in darkness”

Tag(s): Supernatural, Demons, Romance, YA, Surreal, LGBTQ+, Horror, Text-based, Dark, Mystery, Story Rich.

It has been four years since your parents died. Your younger sister and you have been left in shambles, struggling to pick up the pieces of what’s left of your family. But nothing ever goes right; you devote your life to taking care of Chrissy, and she devotes hers to resent you—and to something darker of which you are unaware.

One day, Chrissy goes missing, and the only way for you to get her back is to journey into hell. In order to do that, you are forced to make a deal.

What happens next is up to you.

Trigger Warning(s): Violence, Crude Humour, Strong Language, Optional sex scenes, Gore, Body Horror, Depression and depictions of other mental illnesses, Alcohol and drug consumption (optional in MC), etc.

Updated June 18 (Prologue + Chapter 1 part 1, +20k words)

Features and Characters bellow

Descend into the land down below, 'Inferno', a reimagining of Hell with a more modern twist.

Attempt to rescue your sister from the clutches of Lucifer.

Uncover the secret behind your strangely alluring soul.

Discover the plan of the mysterious cloaked figure and the woman who one day appears in your dream.

Customize your MC: from their past to their present. MC's personality shapes the story. Each trait has its ups and downs, and they dictate how your character reacts to certain events. A more artistic MC will see the world differently, and their own inner world will be portrayed differently. Who they were, who they are, who they will be: it all has an impact on how they behave.

Be either Impulsive or Cautious, Flirty or Shy (active romance only), Charming or Stoic, Sarcastic or Genuine, Outgoing or Introverted, Courageous or Cowardly, Rude or Friendly, Cynicism or Idealism, Team worker or Solo.

Befriend, rival or butt heads with a cast of 8 different characters, each of them with their likes, dislikes, and ideals. Though romance is optional, you can expect Platonic friendships, Rivalries, Friends to lovers, Rivals to lovers, Shy romances, and Flirty romances + each RO has a special route that only unlocks if your character meets certain criteria. Additionally, there are three possible poly routes, a love triangle, and an additional route in which MC has shown interest in everyone.

An in-depth description of the ROs

Chrissy Warner (she/her) • INTRO

your fifteen-year-old sister. Ever since your parents died, she’s become irate, a shut-in who refuses to talk to you—but insists on shutting you out. You don’t know her anymore.

Dante (he/him): THE FIEND • WRATH • INTRO

when you summoned a demon you never expected someone like Dante to appear before you. He’s… strange to say the least. Hot-headed and childish, Dante follows his every whim, living like he’s going to die tomorrow.

Tropes: idiots in love • muses • partners in crime

Lilith (she/they): THE SUCCUBUS • LUST • INTRO

a Succubus, Dante’s friend, and very relevant in the ranks of Inferno. Despite their monstrous nature, they have always been very kind to you. Lilith is nurturing and caring, and they have often said to find the concept of innocence fascinating.

Tropes: slow burn • pushing loved one away • mutual pining

Josh (he/him): THE BEST FRIEND • ENVY • INTRO

you met when you were children, and you’ve been best friends ever since. A very intelligent and perfectionist man, you have always known Josh to be immensely good-natured. That makes it all the more surprising when you discover the gigantic secret he’s always kept from you.

Tropes: childhood best friends to lovers • love triangle • opposites attract

Villanelle (she/her): THE WITCH • GLUTTONY • INTRO

the owner of the DuPont herbal shop and, apparently, a witch. You’ve known her for a couple years now. Villanelle has a bubbly and happy-go-lucky personality, always up to help around despite people usually finding her extremely strange.

Tropes: friends to lovers • girl next door • everyone knows but them

Victor (he/him): THE DEMON HUNTER • GREED • INTRO

the stoic demon Hunter, Nemesis—whom you know as Victor—joined your group reluctantly and is determined to fulfill his goal: finding his missing sister. Victor is dependable, strong, and calculating. His strong hatred towards anything non-human might be problematic, though.

Tropes: [censored] • love triangle • unrequited love (assumed)

Aliyah (she/her): THE GENIE • SLOTH • INTRO

the very bossy Genie who seems to know your sister, Aliyah has never been shy to hide her obvious hatred towards you and your species. She’s confident, ambitious, brutally honest, and incredibly powerful. You’re sure you can’t trust her.

Tropes: immortal • enemies to lovers • forced proximity

Nathan (he/him): THE ANGEL • PRIDE • INTRO

the Angel, Nathan takes nothing serious and seems to love to test everyone’s limits. Despite his divinity, you know Nathan is struggling to keep himself from becoming a Fallen Angel. This corruption has created a second personality in him, who goes by the name of Azriel.

Tropes: friends with benefits • double personality • forbidden love

Eden (she/he): THE DESCENDANT • DECEIT • INTRO

she is the descendant of the most powerful man who has ever lived: King Solomon. Eden’s closed-off, aloof, demeanor seems to be a result of nearly an entire life living in solitude. Given the power she holds, such a choice is more than understandable.

Tropes: (possible) soulmates • [censored] • living weapon

🕯️ The PUBLIC DEMO has officially been updated! PLAY HERE! 🕯️

Here's the entirety of Chapter Two!

This update has added around 31,000 words making the grand total around 73,000. You will need a new save, do not use old saves as it will break the game.

Warnings for copious mentions of blood and a smidge of body horror.

🖤 Meet your ghosts...literally. Talk to them, too.

🖤 Find a drunk angel in the hallway and react accordingly.

🖤 Spend time with your friends...they might drive you crazy.

🖤 Meet...not a ghost, nor a demon. Who are they? What are they?

🖤 ...What haunts you, Unchosen?

Aiden may or may not live rent free in my head without even have met him in the story...

Character of the amazing story @unshackled-if go and try the demo

Castle in the Clouds by Zhang Shu

The Golden Mask by Karina Pavlova

Aurelian on a normal day:

YES. 😭

Tsk tsk, the lies that come out of his mouth.

Hello everyone!

I want to apologize for the silence and lack of updates. The truth is, I recently got married, and things have been quite hectic (in a good way) lately. 🥹

Rest assured, I am still fully committed to working on Unshackled. It holds a special place in my heart, and the love and feedback I have received from it have been incredibly heartwarming. While I may not be able to respond as much, please trust that I am working very hard on it irl. I won't be answering long asks anymore because I have so little time these days and I want to focus on Unshackled's progress.

Sending so much love to each and every one of you this holiday. 💗

🌙 DEMO (12.14.23) || PATREON || FORUM

LCOF is a +17 IF with heavy themes of murder, gore, cults, obsessive behavior, etc. Many run to Iona's Temple. Perhaps to escape hunger or the touch of death. You aren't sure why. No one is. All you know is that you're among them.

Play disguised as a Child of Iona, the moon Goddess' most faithful follower. Kept in the temple by day and let out to serve your duties by night. Navigate the mystical kingdom of Gilhanna.

Make rivals or friends; it's up to you. Or risk your life to pursue something more; you swore to remain devoted to Iona and Iona alone. Above all, stay hidden!

You knew it was wrong. When your father let you attend the Feast of Xihnir, you knew something would happen. And it was a night you will never forget after witnessing the Divine Lord slaughter your father like a lamb. Since then, you've learned how deep Xihnir's murderous and twisted fascination with you goes.

Fleeing to the neighboring kingdom, Gilhanna, you find a place to escape the pursuits of your father's killer. Hoping to find peace while masked as a Child of Iona. You've enjoyed seven years of peace now. You're sure more is still to come.

Yet, the sudden appearance of a wounded stranger threatens to uncover your secret while talk of encroaching armies praying upon Gilhannian borders grows rapid.

You can't let yourself be reduced to running, hiding — surviving. Nor will you allow yourself to be caught in Xihnir's crooked grasp. Will you give up the identity of this mysterious stranger to protect your own?

Customizable appearance, personality, gender identity, and sexuality.

Choose a given trade/skill to influence your character's nature and story! (i.e., swordsman, musician, scholar, weaver, dancer, or merchant.)

Hone your skills!

You can become a genuine follower of Iona or exploit this exalted position for your own gain.

Meaningful choices that affect your future and the people around you.

Forge strong allies and friendships or begrudging enemies.

Eight ROs total— two secret romances. (one minor, one major)

XHILO ✧ XOLA [m/f] Your companion with a short temper and an even shorter attention span. You found them cowering in an alley the night you left and have been hiding from Xihnir's forces together since then. Meek and quiet but sometimes has a lot to say. Extremely suspicious and distrusting of newcomers. You think they may still be a bit wary of you.

SILAS ✧ SHILA [m/f] The mean-spirited shepherd who works with you in the temple. At one point, you both were friends, though you're not sure what made them act so cold towards you. Though, that time is very distant. However, one thing hasn't changed: their love of their flock and slightly awkward disposition around new groups of people.

KNOX ✧ KORA [m/f] "Eccentric," as the townspeople like to put it. You've only seen them keep to themselves; they're never seen without a notebook. In daylight, their face is tired and worn. You catch them sneaking over the temple walls at night as if hiding one big secret. Some nights, you catch them singing beautiful melodies before running away after they sense someone's listening.

CROWN PRINCE LIROY ✧ CROWN PRINCESS SHYLA [m/f] Emperor and Empress Jung's firstborn. They are known throughout the kingdom as the epitome of sophistication and stoicism. You don't know much about the Crowned Heir except their duties to the country come first, and they hold them quite dear. A bit too dear.

PRINCESS DELILAH ✧ PRINCE DION [m/f] The royal Jung's second born. A soft but refined beauty. Most remember them for their carefree and childish behavior. "Iona's dancing muse," some may say. You've only seen them dance once when you first came to Gilhanna. Beautiful, hypnotic. You believe they are everything the people say they are.

PRINCE CLEMENTINE ✧ PRINCESS CLEMENT [m/f] The youngest of the Jung siblings. You haven't heard about them in all your seven years in Gilhanna. Nor are they mentioned among the people.

✧ ??

a mysterious stranger who showed up at your door, along with their dangerous secrets.

✧ ???

To them, you're nothing but a traitor to your kind.