The story begins like this. This is the first episode.
(I didn't want to start from the beginning and show the corruption from scratch, since it's already been shown in many games before me. But I might do flashbacks, later on, but it's not certain).
A brief flashback wouldn't be bad, especially if the character mentions it in passing a couple times, do a few renders showing it.
Maybe as a transition between "episodes" there is a brief thing of that for some flavor to the game, maybe make a character a bit more well rounded as a filler of sorts that can be relevant later in the game. Maybe show someone who was being harsh/mean to them where MC stepped up?
(Haven't played this yet but will be hopefully this week, but wanted to give a friendly suggestion while reading more about the game.) Looks solid. All the best.
Also recommend considering making a Subscribe star just in case certain people get pissy....