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

[pitao]

Bruh not even Sherlock Holmes would dedicate this much deduction in his normal cases , let alone a porn case .

It is entertaining to read until the point that the arguments start cycling and it is all the same than before just with different wording, that is when I start reading vertically and isn't as fun anymore. I mostly agree with what CasaNovack said in the post above in their 2nd, 3rd and 4th paragraphs, 1st and 5th paragraph made me chuckle that was why i reacted with because I feel the same.

 

[Buletti]

It is entertaining to read until the point that the arguments start cycling and it is all the same than before just with different wording, that is when I start reading vertically and isn't as fun anymore. I mostly agree with what CasaNovack said in the post above in their 2nd, 3rd and 4th paragraphs, 1st and 5th paragraph made me chuckle that was why i reacted with because I feel the same.

Come on man, we have to cover the next 5 to 6 month somehow.... And it is way better than the topic that was dominating this thread before imho...

 

[BaDikGirl]

Siri is totally the type to ride a motorcycle and it would explain how she got to know what happened between Ashe and Vanessa by the pool.

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.

 

[pitao]

Come on man, we have to cover the next 5 to 6 month somehow.... And it is way better than the topic that was dominating this thread before imho...

Hehehe I was just joking around a bit, keep doing what you guys do even if it gets redundant at times as long it is healthy discussions and people respect each other (different) views/opinions. It was me that said when I download last update that the goal would be to reach page 500 (in the default 20 posts per page, making it 10k posts) until the next update but I guess I was too optimistic It is already good if reaches page 400/8k posts .

 

[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.

 

[Braga96]

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.