VN Ren'Py Eruption Imminent [v0.5.1] [MorriganRae]

[CasaNovack]

I just had a rather interesting thought spark. I mentioned in my theory that Victoria is the blackmailer, because she has a new girlfriend. What if that girlfriend is Siri? That would be one hell of a trip. It would also explain Delilah's issues and involvement.

It most certainly could be an interesting development and one that would ease some criticism form fans. We don't want the blackmailer to be a completely new character just spawning out of nowhere. Having a sort of intermediary character that would tie them to the story is very much desirable. Fans want drama, not a cheap stalker that just randomly decided on a victim and commited that much time to make Ashe's life hell.

That said I think the theory of Victoria lacks substance. Moreover if you were to involve Siri too, then it only points to them being just horrible people with no redeeming qualities. Cheating Kate is an optional development and Siri has nothing to gain from compromising her reputation, just to make one customer's life miserable. Unless the next update gives us some backstory/new perspective your theory is just a shot in the dark.

If I were to discard theories that already exist and take future development into account, I'd say the blackmailer could be a new character with ties/grudges towards Ashe that we simply haven't seen yet, or an already introduced character with backstory we haven't been shown yet. The "mastermind" could rope Delilah into action by having some ties to her new job (by friendly connections, not necesarily having power in their own hands) and revealing that Ashe is in trouble. Remember, Ashe and Fiona have been friends for over 6 years already, so discovering Delilah's crush wouldn't be difficult with some light stalking.

The "why?" question still remains. Maybe blackmailer had a crush on someone who liked Ashe, like Rachel said before the date with Vanessa (people approaching her to get closer to Ashe), or maybe the car accident that Ashe blames herself for took another life or left someone cripplied, so they seek misguided revenge.

Maybe THAT plot point is worth exploring. Why is Ashe blaming herself? Survivor's guilt? Does it mean she was in the car too? She distracted mama and believes that this led to the crash? Why is a song such an intense trigger of emotions? Last song playing on the car's radio before the crash? Why is Ashe seeing Jane in her dreams/nightmares? Feels too important to just be a glimpse into her mental state. I don't remember Ashe mentioning enything about her involvment while on a date with Vanessa, but there could be things she left out. Not the first time she"d do it. The difference is that players know when she's hiding something from her thoughts.

Any theories guys?

 

[Jafo]

It most certainly could be an interesting development and one that would ease some criticism form fans. We don't want the blackmailer to be a completely new character just spawning out of nowhere. Having a sort of intermediary character that would tie them to the story is very much desirable. Fans want drama, not a cheap stalker that just randomly decided on a victim and commited that much time to make Ashe's life hell.

I totally agree with this one.

 

[xeivous]

If the blackmailer is connected to Sun's death, I'd say she's not just appearing out of nowhere as that news story would become foreshadowing.

 

[GossHarag]

Any thoughts on the black news lady that lives in Natasha's apartment complex?

 

[BaDikGirl]

Any thoughts on the black news lady that lives in Natasha's apartment complex?

I could be very wrong, but I think she's a red herring. I think that's why she was wearing a blue coat, like the one mentioned by Evelyn from the lady who dropped off the package. I'm not 100%, and will check again soon when I get there, but I don't think she asked about skin tone, even though that became a major point of finding the photo if you don't take one of yourself.

On a side note, I loved CasaNovacks's comment above. I try not to get emotionally invested in my theories, so I can change them 100 times before finding out the truth, but I LOVE a good mystery.

As to the thing with Jane, I think it's going to come out eventually that they were arguing in the car, as teenagers often do with their mothers, when they got hit from the side by the big truck thing. I think that Ashe was able to make it out, but Jane wasn't, and Ashe couldn't help her because of the fire (She woke up one time smelling burning plastic). I think that might also explain the music (if it was playing), and the one nightmare where Jane screams, because she would have screamed if she was on fire. I would think Ashe would blame herself for not being able to get to her.

Although, if it had said that Ashe smelled burning rubber instead, I would have thought they were walking and Jane turned in an intersection to say something and got hit. There is the one nightmare where she's standing, looking to the side at the truck, so there's no telling what happened yet for certain. It is a lot of fun coming up with theories though.

 

[Jafo]

Episode 6 - Progress Report #4
Hey everyone
After a bit of a rough start this week, I managed to write a lot in the last two days. I'm probably done with about 60-70% of the draft now.
It's been fun to try out some more intricate scenes in regards to choices and consequences . For example throughout the party, you'll be able to decide (on multiple occasions) how much Ashe wants to drink. This will lead to some variations, depending on how you handle it. A drunk Ashe might be willing to do some bold or careless things that a sober Ashe wouldn't. On the other hand, an Ashe with a clear head might have some opportunities that a wasted Ashe would miss. And who even knows what would happen if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze...
There's a lot more factors in there that decide how this party will play out, both from earlier episodes and from things you do at the party. Just as an aside, there's already more choice variables in Episode 6 alone, than in all other episodes combined (and there's still more to come).
As expected, writing this episode isn't as straightforward as earlier ones. It takes a lot more care to keep all the different possibilities and world states in mind. My current rough plan is to finish writing until the end of December, and hopefully get a good chunk of environments & characters done too, before I start doing renders in January.
I'll also try to squeeze in a bonus pin-up again soon, next on the list is a certain lady that often occupied Ashe's daydreams during math class . You can also expect a general poll again soon.

❤ Alright, enjoy your weekend everyone! Thanks for being here! ❤

 

[Buletti]

Awesome! Looks like I would need as many saves as in Project Myriam though

 

[BaDikGirl]

This sounds amazing. Now I'm wondering if there is going to be a chance to finally resolve the blackmail storyline, but only if Ashe is in a specific state of sober/drunk. That would be an interesting dynamic, to be able to solve it if sober enough, or wait until later if too drunk. I doubt that will be a thing, but it would be cool.

Also would be cool if the " if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze " could lead to an orgy... just sayin'.

 

[Arnoldjamcam]

Sounds damn promising. A kitten route super drunk route could leave her vulnerable to the blackmailer. A sober one could figure it out and maybe have someone step in and take care of them. The possibilities are awesome. Cant wait till it drops.

 

[robin312]

a certain lady that often occupied Ashe's daydreams during math class

new character?

 

[Hungover00]

new character?

Isn't there a teacher character? Did she cover maths?

 

[Doner077]

Probably the lady we encountered at the beach, came in her thigh and later delivered pizza to

 

[Hungover00]

Also would be cool if the " if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze " could lead to an orgy... just sayin'.

Which sounds like the best result, so why bother with lesser options?

 

[Birdnman993]

Episode 6 - Progress Report #4
Hey everyone
After a bit of a rough start this week, I managed to write a lot in the last two days. I'm probably done with about 60-70% of the draft now.
It's been fun to try out some more intricate scenes in regards to choices and consequences . For example throughout the party, you'll be able to decide (on multiple occasions) how much Ashe wants to drink. This will lead to some variations, depending on how you handle it. A drunk Ashe might be willing to do some bold or careless things that a sober Ashe wouldn't. On the other hand, an Ashe with a clear head might have some opportunities that a wasted Ashe would miss. And who even knows what would happen if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze...
There's a lot more factors in there that decide how this party will play out, both from earlier episodes and from things you do at the party. Just as an aside, there's already more choice variables in Episode 6 alone, than in all other episodes combined (and there's still more to come).
As expected, writing this episode isn't as straightforward as earlier ones. It takes a lot more care to keep all the different possibilities and world states in mind. My current rough plan is to finish writing until the end of December, and hopefully get a good chunk of environments & characters done too, before I start doing renders in January.
I'll also try to squeeze in a bonus pin-up again soon, next on the list is a certain lady that often occupied Ashe's daydreams during math class . You can also expect a general poll again soon.

❤ Alright, enjoy your weekend everyone! Thanks for being here! ❤

wow, the party sounds more and more incredible, I hope that when she is drunk she can bring out her inner slut and have many lascivious moments, these months will be very long with the desire I have to see it finished.

 

[Jafo]

new character?

I really have no idea. I looked back and for so far I know Ashe is never at school...... But delivering pizza's.

 

[Jafo]

wow, the party sounds more and more incredible, I hope that when she is drunk she can bring out her inner slut and have many lascivious moments, these months will be very long with the desire I have to see it finished.

It really looks promising. But in my opnion de cycle time will be longer with more choices and having 3 branches at the moment.

 

[BaDikGirl]

new character?

Probably the lady we encountered at the beach, came in her thigh and later delivered pizza to

That would be Mrs. Leone, who Fiona mentioned she constantly fantasized about during calc.

 

[Dragongod777]

Episode 6 - Progress Report #4
Hey everyone
After a bit of a rough start this week, I managed to write a lot in the last two days. I'm probably done with about 60-70% of the draft now.
It's been fun to try out some more intricate scenes in regards to choices and consequences . For example throughout the party, you'll be able to decide (on multiple occasions) how much Ashe wants to drink. This will lead to some variations, depending on how you handle it. A drunk Ashe might be willing to do some bold or careless things that a sober Ashe wouldn't. On the other hand, an Ashe with a clear head might have some opportunities that a wasted Ashe would miss. And who even knows what would happen if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze...
There's a lot more factors in there that decide how this party will play out, both from earlier episodes and from things you do at the party. Just as an aside, there's already more choice variables in Episode 6 alone, than in all other episodes combined (and there's still more to come).
As expected, writing this episode isn't as straightforward as earlier ones. It takes a lot more care to keep all the different possibilities and world states in mind. My current rough plan is to finish writing until the end of December, and hopefully get a good chunk of environments & characters done too, before I start doing renders in January.
I'll also try to squeeze in a bonus pin-up again soon, next on the list is a certain lady that often occupied Ashe's daydreams during math class . You can also expect a general poll again soon.

❤ Alright, enjoy your weekend everyone! Thanks for being here! ❤

this is great i cant wait to get ashe drunk and having her become more bold on the siren path i hope to see her Dominate someone

 

[Jafo]

this is great i cant wait to get ashe drunk and having her become more bold on the siren path i hope to see her Dominate someone

Well I am looking forward to see all the possibilities. Druk and sober. Play the game to the max!

 

[manscout]

Episode 6 - Progress Report #4
Hey everyone
After a bit of a rough start this week, I managed to write a lot in the last two days. I'm probably done with about 60-70% of the draft now.
It's been fun to try out some more intricate scenes in regards to choices and consequences . For example throughout the party, you'll be able to decide (on multiple occasions) how much Ashe wants to drink. This will lead to some variations, depending on how you handle it. A drunk Ashe might be willing to do some bold or careless things that a sober Ashe wouldn't. On the other hand, an Ashe with a clear head might have some opportunities that a wasted Ashe would miss. And who even knows what would happen if you decide to go totally overboard with the booze...
There's a lot more factors in there that decide how this party will play out, both from earlier episodes and from things you do at the party. Just as an aside, there's already more choice variables in Episode 6 alone, than in all other episodes combined (and there's still more to come).
As expected, writing this episode isn't as straightforward as earlier ones. It takes a lot more care to keep all the different possibilities and world states in mind. My current rough plan is to finish writing until the end of December, and hopefully get a good chunk of environments & characters done too, before I start doing renders in January.
I'll also try to squeeze in a bonus pin-up again soon, next on the list is a certain lady that often occupied Ashe's daydreams during math class . You can also expect a general poll again soon.

❤ Alright, enjoy your weekend everyone! Thanks for being here! ❤

Gonna once again question the point of the route split if we're gonna be playing with that many choice variables going forward, more than the entire rest of the game is wild lol.

Will try to have the "no route split" mod updated soon after the patch gets released here this time around, if anyone has an interest in trying it out.