Disclaimer: Personal opinion, not intended to offense anyone
I "feel that something is lacking" in the story's progression, particularly regarding LYM's character. In the early arcs, I perceived LYM as emotionally dependent on MC, unrelated to the USF. For instance, if MC were absent, LYM would feel worthless and remain trapped in the shadow of their sibling. That was my initial understanding of LYM's character. As the story progresses, MC lies to the Council, leading LYM to leave out of disapproval. That part feels normal and logical. Later, when MC reunites with the Agni crew in a critically injured state and explains the full truth, I was shocked by LYM's intense denial of reality. Instead, LYM accuses their sibling and MC of straying from the USF's path. However, this aligns with the ending, where LYM easily succumbs to corruption, becoming Admiral Mars' sex slave as a "reward."
I had hoped the reunion between MC and the Agni crew, followed by MC revealing the truth, would create a deeply intimate and dramatic moment for LYM and MC. My reasoning:
- LYM shows no patriotic loyalty to the USF, especially after the destruction of Bellona and the attempted murder of Yoo Ri.
- LYM's sole purpose in life seems to revolve around supporting MC, evident in their jealousy when MC focuses on others and their willingness to do anything for MC.
- LYM should have accepted the truth, as MC hid it to protect them. Instead of denial, LYM should have regretted failing to protect MC after witnessing Admiral Mars nearly kill them—especially after MC's promise not to hide anything.
Based on LYM's established personality throughout the story, I expected a moment where LYM confronts their own weakness and inability to protect the person they care about most. Ideally, this would culminate in LYM breaking down, hugging MC, and crying in his arms. Ah, well.
Despite all that, I truly appreciate the author’s effort in making this game one of the visual novels (VN) with a story that feels comforting and leaves me longing for it among my other game collections. It’s undeniably one of the top-tier games in my library.
