VN Ren'Py The Missing Part [Ch.3] [jPk vns]

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Chapter 3 - Progress update #12

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A day early this week since I will be busy tomorrow.
With Label 13 complete and the 3200 render mark passed, we are now on the home stretch as far as the static renders are concerned. My initial estimate was 3200, but the current trajectory suggests a figure closer to 3600. Label 12 is proving to be both more straightforward and more challenging than anticipated. After the initial test renders, I realized that my current GPU's VRAM limit would not be sufficient. I promptly acquired a new GPU, which should enable me to finish all the story events I had planned for the remainder of the game without hitting a VRAM limit ever again. As it has been a long time since the last big set with several characters, I had forgotten that this can also bring positive effects. Posing takes longer, as I sometimes have to pose up to seven characters per scene. However, this also gives me the opportunity to set up more cameras per scene without it feeling too static for my taste. As a result, I have been able to meet my minimum target of 35 renders per day so far. Provided everything continues as it has over the last few days, I should be able to complete this label by the end of next week. The renders themselves are taking longer than those for any other label so far — sometimes a little over an hour per render — but as I have a dedicated computer for this, I don't mind too much until I start the animations. This render backlog should have resolved itself once I reach that production step.
There is one thing I'm sorry about, but it can't be avoided. This week will be the last progress update with preview renders for Chapter 3. I can't share any of the others with you as they contain too many spoilers.
That's it for this time. Until next week.

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Talking a little about the characters, first we have Lisa. In my opinion, she’s the most fitting love interest for the main character. Maybe I’m just mistaken, but the way she’s written so far seems on par with the classic LI favored by the developer, who appears in most games. She’s very close to his age, absolutely stunning and gracious. She seems to be the most emotionally mature LI overall, and the fact that she’s probably wealthier than the MC means she will see him as an equal from the start of their relationship. The developer also shows that she resembles Ella both in personality and looks in some moments, which is something that will likely influence many players’ feelings about choosing her. I don’t see this as a negative at all; I actually commend the developer for this. I will always respect a Dev who prioritizes their writing over notions of fairness, balance between characters, or fan-service. It’s his story, and he’s giving us the steering wheel, but he can still influence the path we take.

Speaking about Hailey, I see her as a way too young option that needs a few years to truly mature her personality. Personally, I think Emily outshines her in every way whenever they share screen time. If I had to choose between young LIs, Emily would give Hailey a run for her money. The game’s development and tone suggest that secondary LIs won’t be much of a focus, if at all, but I truly hope the developer isn’t too set in stone about this. I would love to see a possible Emily route with good writing.

Then we have Sarah. She’s a lovable woman; I like her. She’s quite simple-minded, and that’s part of her charm. She’s not too young or success-driven like Hailey, nor older, reserved and sheltered as Lisa. Sarah is a balanced woman who wears her heart on her sleeve. She’s enjoyable to be around, but in my opinion, she isn’t on the same level as Lisa. Lisa really is the final boss among the other LIs.

I also quite enjoy Linda’s screen time when it isn’t 100% related to work. She’s the second mature option, but there isn’t much about her in these two updates. I hope we get to see more of her.

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It will definitely be intriguing to see what role she plays in the story. Time will tell, and God knows I’m looking forward to seeing how the dev will shape her story and personality. I’m also rooting for the best for the development of this game and can’t wait to see what surprises await us.
 

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Chapter 3 Release Dates

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I included two weeks of buffer since the chapter will most likely exceed 40,000 words, which will require more time for proofreading. Also, I will create all of the animations custom and by myself this time, unlike chapter 2 where only 30-40% were created by me and the rest were made with custom ordered templates.
If the chapter is finished sooner, I will adjust the dates accordingly. For now, please expect the release to occur on these dates.

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I just love this game ... there are so many great moments there I got goose bumps .. the moment when his wife died and his daughter relatively afterwards. I really had to cry and that as older man. I love these characters no matter which one. And the sex scenes, few of them made really great overall, and the whole ambience with all the locations is really great. The subtle background music also makes it really coherent.
I am waiting for chapter 3 and hope that it is just as perfect as the other two chapters.
Perfect game and again great in itself
 

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Chapter 3 - Progress update #13

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And again one day early.
This week I have officially completed the static renders which are purely story related, 3470 to be exact. Also all labels so far are already edited, so no more time investment needed for those.
I expect about 200-300 additional static renders in the context of the intimate scenes, either starting them of, ending them or connecting the individual animations. These should be finished by the end of next week at the latest.
After that I have 4 weeks to finish the animations before I hand in the game for proofreading. If everything goes well then I'll need 2 weeks, if it goes as expected then 3 weeks, and if everything goes wrong then 4 weeks. Let's just hope for the best. I still haven't outlined them in detail but I expect 3500-5000 animation renders in total.
During the proofreading I'll work on music and sound for all labels.
In case you haven't seen the last post, the official release date for Tier 3 is August 11th. If you look at the calendar you'll quickly realize that with the above mentioned time frames an earlier release would be possible. I just like to give myself a little buffer as not to disappoint anyone. So if the animation gods have mercy on me and the duck is quick with proofreading then the chapter might be released 2 weeks earlier - let's wait and see.
That's it for this time. Until next week.
 

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If you're not on Hailey's route and don't ask her to lunch, Emily talks about taking on the invite that Hailey refused (because of her meeting I guess, except I didn't ask her). Its referred to a few times between Emily and MC and then later between Emily and Hailey.

I personally wish that there was a choice whether to throw Linda into the lake or not, because I'd never do that to anyone and would break the arm of anyone trying to do it to me. Just a little pet peeve of mine with AVNs; anytime there's a body of water involved someone always has to get thrown in and I start hating the perpetrator, even if its the MC. And it seemed like the MC did a 180 in his attitude, just a few pages back he is commiserating with Linda: "She won't stop until we join her. You can just dip your toes in, I'll show you a good spot." He sets her up to think she's safe from Vicktoria's antics then he ignores her very loud and clear objections and throws her in. It was a shitty thing to do and seemed out of character for how he acted up until that point.
 
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Finally got around to playing this, it's been on my radar for a while and now that I'm caught up, I'm mad I didn't start it sooner.

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All in all, great work and I'm looking forward to more.
About damn time. Stop slacking and get your ass off FF. Don't make me have words with your better half JP.
 
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