Sneaky Peeks! (Patreon)

​Hello all! I wanted to give you a look at what I've been working on for the new chapter. It's been a hot minute since I've been able to share more than art!

The "tarot" scene turned out well and took a much longer amount of time to complete than I was prepared for. I think it will be a fun experience and certain aspects change depending on your choices (some that you make in the earliest chapters). There just might be something in there that requires some pretty specific conditions to see as a little...bonus.

Then, I went back and revamped and extended another section by quite a lot (6k words cough). I even wrote a sort-of almost limerick for it (by accident).

Here's a little excerpt from the new stuff:

"Glad to see that you two are getting along so well," Da quips.

You struggle to get out of Oswin's clutches, which makes him stir and snap awake. Before you can make a rebuttal, Oswin is stumbling to his feet. He nearly trips and falls the moment he sees your father watching.

"I'm…" Oswin looks to you and then to your da. "I'm terribly sorry…I should- Um, I'll see myself out," he says as he hustles to the door.

"Oswin," you call reflexively, unsure of what to say.

He stops and turns toward you and stares. Just for a moment, you think he will do what he always does and run away...until he hurries back. Though he swallows nervously as he quickly glances toward your father, he pulls a blanket over your shoulders and then fusses with your hair.

His eyes dart to your lips and then he licks his own. He bends and you think he may kiss you, but instead, he whispers. "Come find me if you need to talk." His warm breath so close to your neck nearly makes you forget who you are.

Oswin tips his head at your da before hurrying to the door again, not leaving until he throws you a long and heated look first.

You tug the blanket around you, though not because you are cold, as you exchange glances with your father.

He smirks. "How long do you think it will take for him to realize he never put his boots back on?"

Your eyes dart to the boots in question tucked beside the fireplace. Both of you begin to snicker.

Shaking your head, you answer, "I think after that, there's no way he's coming back for them."

Da nods. "I think you're right. I didn't mean to disturb you, by the way. You've been old enough to make your own choices for years, but it's hard to drag this chair when you only have one good leg. And I couldn't resist; that boy is too easy to pester."

 Just what did you two get up to, hm?

I also thought I'd share a bit about the IF idea/sample thing! It's mostly done and I will post it as soon as I feel like I've got it wrapped up nicely. 

This one is a bit different than the last. It began as a concept written from a different perspective (in a normal just text format). I've expounded on what I had quite a bit and formatted it into second person. This idea was not apart of the ones I have mentioned before, but is another "futuristic" set story. Not too far into the future though - not quite cyberpunk.

Like the others, it would need some growing, but I compiled three possible ROs that I thought I'd go ahead and introduce to you here. In the sample, they are all gender-selectable. Fair warning - that may change if this comes into development. There would be more ROs than these three as well.

So here is who I have so far and a few tidbits to help you get a feel for them if you're curious:

1.  Ev'ren - the "Parsec" Team Leader/Captain (that will be explained later)

Very lax and easy going

Likes to make jokes

Enjoys:  games, movies

"Laugh so you don't cry."

Description:  short brown hair, dark blue eyes, athletic build

Favored Style:  sporty–tank tops, crop tops, sports bras, and athletic/running shorts

Class clown with trauma

2. Soltis - the "Parsec" Second in Command/Vice Captain

Serious, hard working

Likes stability and order

Enjoys:  the arts, languages

"Actions speak louder than words."

Description:  shoulder-length black hair, amber-brown eyes, strong and graceful physique

Favored Style:  pressed slacks, long sleeved button-up shirts, the occasional waistcoat (considered "old school" in this setting)

Valedictorian who needs to chill

3. Winter - the "Parsec" Medic

Gentle, patient

Likes second chances

Enjoys:  medical journals and grunge music

"Don't judge a book by its cover."

Description:  chin-length light blond hair, hazel eyes, average build

Favored Style:  punk-tech (hints of neon, chains, torn fabric, AND fishnet), shirts & ripped jeans, jackets with gadgets in the pockets.

Dropout

So there you have it! I hope these little looks tickle your fancy. I can't wait to show you more. ^_^