Version 0.2.5 is a lot more content than I had expected. I didn't expect meeting Lily and then an online chat with all the Sins could reveal so much in so little time. It is better than anticipated.
As usual, I will be systematic about this:
- The reveal there are humans which can naturally detect supernatural energies -- be it magical, spiritual or other flavors -- indirectly tells us people like the Shrine Maiden are likely just as sensitive. This makes the upcoming confrontation all but certain. It is honestly not going to be a shock if the Miko and her guardian attacks us in broad daylight next update.
- The fact Wrath is using an unknown energy which none of the Sins can recognize or sense without the Lilified (let's call it that for now) maid opens a new can of mysteries. This energy must be what Wrath had used to break Lust's seal, as the seal must be designed to suppress the powers of evil spirits like them. Interestingly, this could also mean Wrath has an unknown power which can even affect her fellow Sins -- potentially means she can be a new antagonist after the Miko is defeated.
- The personalities of the Sins are given good glimpses. There are clear dysfunctional vibes here but it is to be expected from a bunch of spirits strongly associated with Sins who band together out of circumstances for what might be *centuries* at minimum (Lily even comments 3 centuries aren't even that long of a time for em). Also, Lust sure is a womanizer, given at least Gloria and Violet are or were in romantic relationships with him, lol.
Funny that Violet says Gloria's powers haven't developed in a new way. It can mean anything or be caused by anything, perhaps lack of usage or inspiration. Can also be minor detail, we will see.
- Combining the above 2 points paints an interesting picture. The Sins can absorb energies from fellow Sins to utilize the powers from the others a limited number of times. This has a lot of interesting applications and implications.
For one, it is possible Wrath has a decent amount of Lust's energies, provided he gave her a good amount prior to being sealed. If this is true, she can potentially make even the Sin women vulnerable to Lust's powers, when combined with her own and the unknown power she is utilizing.
If you haven't considered that avenue, then take it as a free idea suggestion. With how pretty Gloria and Lily are, it is increasingly harder to pretend they won't be very hot as mind control targets, lol. Much less Violet and Abigail in the future.
As an additional thought, Violet's powers in the hands of Lust would be plenty nice. Possession is a whole new fetish, and can make for juicy scenarios among the main girls alone, haha.
As a closer and in exchange for the good content, I would add 2 more suggestions, as usual. Feel free to ignore these if they don't match your desires or plans.
This is literally my plan for Gloria haha, She and the MC used to be partners in crime, and the MC basically brainwash people to come work for her and in return, Gloria use her money to buy stuff for him. Each of Gloria's quest will unlock other female just like you said.
- Related to Gloria's company, I am suspecting the side quest related to that and the women of that company which we discussed before would be either delayed or not implemented? Either way, in the meantime there is another, potentially nice side quest you might like: Memory quests.
Gloria is Lust's ex, damn it. And it is plenty clear from this story quest she is easily the most concerned about his well being along with Violet. A side quest which is all about doing activities together with Gloria, and her trying to jolt your memories by presenting you reminders and doing things you two did long ago could be an amazing mixture of angst and wholesome, and everything in between. Also, it means more content with the Sins.
- If I read things right, Abigail's powers seem related with attention and she is a diva. Given how utterly fucked Lust is and how much of a mama bear Abigail seems to be, isn't it a good idea to come up with plans to appease her anger before she arrives here? Preferably, after the Miko is beaten.
The first and foremost idea involves Eri and her mom's deep pockets, Gloria's connections and knowledge about Abigail, and you. An anime convention or festival! No anifest can be complete without a concert and a surprise concert can be a good gift since Abigail can apparently feed herself via concerts. It is a good way to show you are apologetic, so Abigail won't be verbally ripping you apart... too much.
For now, that would be all. Once again, this update is more than anticipated, keep up the good work. I will be waiting faithfully for 0.2.6.