VN Ren'Py Being a DIK [v0.10.1] [DrPinkCake]

[Soul_less327]

You really should stop pledging to him if you feel that strongly about it my friend.

Yeah, but I only rage at Acting Lessons because it started out so damn well. Plus Being a DIK is one of my favorites. He makes damn good games. I'm still a proud supporter, I just hope that Being a DIK doesn't suddenly go off into left field. Because then I will stop supporting any future projects.

 

[name88 - King of Hearts]

I'd call that a blessing and don't have to worry about her plotting away still waiting on Dereks idea at getting back at her

Dark blessing of missery and sorrow
I feel sorry for anyone who tries,Derek WAS a fun guy

 

[mazariah]

Is that not just codeword for lazy people who can't use the search function? although I'm pretty sure the same question is asked on every page and answered on every page.

Legitimate question, what exactly do you recommend searching for the in search function? Search for the word update? I did that. I got 50 pages worth. The word news? I got 16 pages. It's not exactly the end all be all.

This thread is the most popular thread on the site, much deserved, but that comes with the caveat of actual real news, preview pictures, and update information surrounded and buried by discussion that is often not that interesting and repetitive. I usually check this site once a day and it's not uncommon for me to come back to anywhere from 7-15 new pages of discussion. That's an insane amount of activity for a game that hasn't had an update in 4 months, most threads I get a page or two. I'd love if there was some way to make a sub-thread that was just Patreon updates or previews. Just my two cents carry on

 

[Rastafarid]

Just finished chapter one and damn, that game is amazing, one of the best game i have played since i am here.

 

[Mormont]

Legitimate question, what exactly do you recommend searching for the in search function? Search for the word update? I did that. I got 50 pages worth. The word news? I got 16 pages. It's not exactly the end all be all.

This thread is the most popular thread on the site, much deserved, but that comes with the caveat of actual real news, preview pictures, and update information surrounded and buried by discussion that is often not that interesting and repetitive. I usually check this site once a day and it's not uncommon for me to come back to anywhere from 7-15 new pages of discussion. That's an insane amount of activity for a game that hasn't had an update in 4 months, most threads I get a page or two. I'd love if there was some way to make a sub-thread that was just Patreon updates or previews. Just my two cents carry on

N7's posts that's all you have to look for, he posts all the news updates.

 

[Monetauro]

but they are in no way liars. Even if you didn't see the lesbian/bi reveal coming, the MC only asked about a boyfriend and semantics are important. Be specific kids, no body likes surprises.

Someone hold me, please.

 

[-JuNioR-]

Someone hold me, please.

 

[Brannon]

Someone hold me, please.

Technically he is correct, though.

But emotionally he is not as well.
Denying the question for a boyfriend if she has indeed a girlfriend is not lying per se but not telling the truth even remotely at the same time.

 

[Wizard_Shiryuu]

Technically he is correct, though.

But emotionally he is not as well.
Denying the question for a boyfriend if she has indeed a girlfriend is not lying per se but not telling the truth even remotely at the same time.

As someone posted before when you ask if someone has a boyfriend they aren't asking the biological sex of your partner but if you are single in a less blunt way. The same way when someone ask how's it going politely doesn't want to hear what you have been doing all day.

 

[JianYang-69]

No no no. Quinn is not the dark side, Quinn is the best side! All colors are allowed here, sister!

 

[Soul_less327]

As someone posted before when you ask if someone has a boyfriend they aren't asking the biological sex of your partner but if you are single in a less blunt way. The same way when someone ask how's it going politely doesn't want to hear what you have been doing all day.

Except that you did actually just ask if she had a boyfriend. So, if she says 'no', the next thing to ask is 'Do you have a girlfriend?' At which point she might say 'yes' or she might chuckle and say 'no'. The MC should have asked the right questions. Plus, it's not even that unrealistic a response. It's already been established that Maya's father did not approve of her choice of partners, it very well could be hard wired into her at this point to not come out and say she has a girlfriend unless specifically asked. Who knows?

 

[Wizard_Shiryuu]

Except that you did actually just ask if she had a boyfriend. So, if she says 'no', the next thing to ask is 'Do you have a girlfriend?'

Are you serious? Like... Is this a non-ironical answer? (She did say, yes, by the way, so there was no follow-up question).

 

[Mormont]

Still going on about this yet can it be next week already we need something new and exciting to talk about here

 

[Triple OG]

Harem impossible?

There doesn't seem to be a true harem ending as make all the girls fall crazy in love with you.
But we have pimp lady Quinn so as long as you have the cash and an empty bathroom stall you're good.

Spoiler: They say not all heroes wear capes

You don't have permission to view the spoiler content. Log in or register now.

 

[zenaxius]

This game is so funny

 

[Monetauro]

Technically he is correct, though.

No, it's just the opposite. Lying is not just saying that the color green is yellow. I put the link where I left the whole definition of the word a few pages behind.
"a false statement made with deliberate intent to deceive; an intentional untruth; the falsehood."
"something intended or serving to convey a false impression"
"to express what is false; convey a false impression."
When he asked her in bed, her answer was intended to be deceiving.
To remember...

Spoiler

You don't have permission to view the spoiler content. Log in or register now.

MC wanted to know if she had a boyfriend with what intention there? If she had anyone, that would be inappropriate. Does that person's gender make a difference? No. Soon, she lied.
Logic and language, there is no secret here. No matter what we think of it or not.

Except that you did actually just ask if she had a boyfriend. So, if she says 'no', the next thing to ask is 'Do you have a girlfriend?' At which point she might say 'yes' or she might chuckle and say 'no'. The MC should have asked the right questions.

Again?!
I have learned so much from some of you.

Next time I'm flirting with a girl and wanting to know if she has someone, instead of asking if she has a boyfriend, I will submit a questionnaire online:
Got a mate? Does he identify himself as transgender, cisgender or non-binary? He hermaphrodite, or even intersex?
What is his sexual orientation? Heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, asexual, pansexual, demisexual, lithsexual, autosexual........... Follows another 20 pages, not forgetting to ask the horoscope sign too, of course.

But what if she doesn't feel comfortable with so many details? Oh my god, what now?!
Well, but since I don't understand any of this anyway, maybe I'll just stick to the basics and let her good sense do the rest. At the very least, she will say "I have someone". Right?
Unless... unless she doesn't want me to know the truth!

 

[Monetauro]

View attachment 506590

You didn't hold me tight enough. Get better next time.

 

[name88 - King of Hearts]

Okay, last post about Acting Lessons, I swear.

Spoilers for Acting Lessons incoming


All of this is just my opinion, obviously.

The ending to Acting Lessons was only memorable and 'controversial and not universally loved' because it was a terrible shitshow that ultimately cheapened the game as a whole. I've already said it could have been one of the best games on this site and instead, it is only remembered for its shit ending.

If you are looking for consequences and drama, they were already set up in the first couple of chapters, without an off-the-rails murder/kidnapping. Your friend is fucking dying of cancer! That is heartbreaking to watch as a loved one wastes away in front of you. His treatment had stopped working and he was dying. There were also realistic consequences in the form of your love interest(s) breaking up with you because you chose to fuck around with everyone in the game instead of being loyal to her or them depending on which path you were on. There was plenty of drama built into the existing game. The added murder plot was just shitting writing to add pointless and nonsensical drama where none was needed. And at the end of the game, after the pointless murder/kidnapping, your dying friend is apparently fine and taking photo ops. It's a shit ending. Period.

And Dr.PinkCake, if you happen to read this...

Please, fix your game. Once Being a DIK is finished, rewrite the last few chapters and call it the 'Fan Cut' or something. It can be non-canon, I don't care. If it's about money or support, I can get you money. I'm sure I'm not the only person who wants this to happen.

Yes, I'm aware that last bit was pathetic. But goddamnit, that game deserved a better ending.

Okay, I'm done.

I agree ...to a degree.
The ending did not elevated the material,it lacked the build up - one that the audience could follow,some of the smartest players could tell there was something creepy about Leah but the majority could not.

But I dont think it destroyed the game

Except that you did actually just ask if she had a boyfriend. So, if she says 'no', the next thing to ask is 'Do you have a girlfriend?' At which point she might say 'yes' or she might chuckle and say 'no'. The MC should have asked the right questions. Plus, it's not even that unrealistic a response. It's already been established that Maya's father did not approve of her choice of partners, it very well could be hard wired into her at this point to not come out and say she has a girlfriend unless specifically asked. Who knows?

 

[TomPhan]

Plus Being a DIK is one of my favorites. He makes damn good games. I'm still a proud supporter, I just hope that Being a DIK doesn't suddenly go off into left field.

I feel you, but I really wouldn't bet against that happening.

First off, I think it's safe to assume that a lot of DrPinkCake's success is based on how well Acting Lessons was received (even on Steam, the share of positive reviews is amazing), so there's little reason for him to change the formula in the first place, and the way I see it, both Acting Lessons and Being a DIK have been sharing a similar combination of oustanding presentation and rather outlandish plot twists.
Second off, the warning signs are already in the game, and I'm not referring to the content warning at the start of the game here:

Spoiler: Episode 3 ending

You don't have permission to view the spoiler content. Log in or register now.

That being said, I really don't mean to come across as some kind of doomsayer. It's just that I could picture this game turning real dark in the future although I hope it won't.

 

[Mormont]

All this talk of the MC asking questions stuff you have to remember he's no genius although but he is no Derek either we all know how blunt he can be

That being said, I really don't mean to come across as some kind of doomsayer. It's just that I could picture this game turning real dark in the future although I hope it won't.

It won't be as dark as AL was it's supposed to be laid back especially considering the setting but who knows someone may get a bad ending that could end up being dark.