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Update - 25/06/2023


Hello my lovelies,

Although the days have been difficult recently I have continued working on the game. It helped me to switch off and concentrate when I had nothing to do, and was feeling miserable and extremely down. I guess different people grieve in different way.

If you are worried about the game, I'll re-assure you - the update is still coming. It has been taking more time on top of what was happening because i had added additional features, like extended exploration which will feature a few randomized events in each category, some of those will be funny and comical while other just a bit more serious., changed the opening of the game to be longer and divided into events in 4 days before the player can finally choose which husband route they want to pick. This is because i wanted to highlight the characters more too, so you don't just end up being forced to pick blankly so you have a better image of what they can expect (or not).  I have also fixed some plot holes that initially I have forgotten to write. 

There is the opening video that will play one time when you start your new game - there is one known error there, I don't know how to code the video to skip if you want it, so the player will have to just sit through it - I'm sorry about that!

I have also been working with Replica AI voice systems to get the entire VN voiced, unless its not something you are bothered, then you can switch off that option.

Also, I have sorted out file compression so the game size has been reduced significantly to mare 156mb (currently) compared to previous hefty 500mb. 

I am just warning you that, don't expect LoS to be sex driven, its story and love driven. I guess my mums passing got me realize I still want this to be a furry novel with pictures more than a dating sim.

I am saying this because somebody did complain on Itch in the comments that it's too much story.

I haven't done a word count yet but with all of the changes and extensive writing I am kind of guessing the update 0.30 will be published with close to 200.000 words.

Love

Bob xx

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Take your time, and I prefer more story anyway if I'm being honest. NSFW stuff is fun and all but I guess I like my romance and story too. Especially when the characters are already so interesting.

Wow, you're creating a master work my friend! Take all the time you need. You're going through a lot. 

I really love the fact it's story-oriented. There's already too much porn around the internet, we need more depth. 

Warm hugs for you hun!

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Different strokes for different folks. I personally never understood people who wanted to change the entire theme or flow of a VN just because they didn't like some aspect.

Considering how many VNs there are, there ought to be something for everyone.

That being said, I guess you could clarify this on the front page, too. I mean it's not obviously apparent from the intro text so people might come to the game with different expectations.

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Do your thing and let the complainy-smurfs complain - there are enough fans of your work - listen to those and those constructive critics, who point out some logical contradictions (unless they're dissolved later and are only appearing this way - which is also an option for a complex and long story, btw. - you know that, but maybe some of those critics don't  ;-) ).

So, yeah, first asking if something is supposed to be looking/seeming a certain way, helps for that case, too.

And when the whiny complainy-smurfs start their temper-tantrums, just delete, block or ignore them, if you can - don't take those folks to heart - it's really not worth it, if there's no constructive approach/reasoning behind it and merely some highly subjective judgements! - Judgements and personal opinions (even when "hidden" behind some imaginary "majority"!) are just bs-comments trying to diminish your hard work and I have yet to see any of those ad-hominem-(pseudo-)"critics" do or show anything better, that is comparable with a unique story / piece of written art.

Yeah, there are writing styles, that are very confusing to me, but yours is most definitely not part of that group of VNs! And it also seems your rate of grammatical and orthographic mistakes is low enough to immerse in the game and enjoy the World you've been building so far in a sensual, enticing and exciting way/manner. I really look forward to see what you're gonna do - but also wish you to not deny yourself the mourning phase, that you need when you lose loved ones. Otherwise you're just gonna set yourself up for an unconsciously festering burn-out, which would take much - much! - longer to recover from then (I speak of experience here - behold: the stubborn human who needed three brushes with death to find the humility necessary to deal with the Life and all its "surprises", that hamper our sense of control when we get too bold and fall for hubris! ;-P )...

So, I send you all the hugs I can and hope you have a shoulder to cry on - because tears are exceptionally potent healing catalysts for this kind of pain of loss and having someone there to just be a sponge for your tears, is the most compassionate gesture anyone can express in such a situation - without any secret agendas but to be there for you (it's usually also a test for those weaker characters, who usually feel at least a small impulse at some point to take advantage of such a vulnerable situation/person - if they do and turn cold afterwards, it'll hurt even more at first, but always remember the most important thing: there are most definitely people out there, who will not do this kinda shit and if you give up, you void any chances of ever encountering them and getting to know each other - that is what keeps me from going full suicidal really after my very pleasant near-death encounter [the first time I had my brush with death]).

And when you can think clearly again after letting your tears pour out all the sadness and pain from this loss, remember: We are all (made of) Stardust! <3

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Imo yes! Story focused is always the best way to go. If I wanted to get off, there is the rest of the internet and porn clamouring to help. Good, entertaining, moving stories are much more valuable and harder to come by, certainly not worth diluting for a few horny beggars haha

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Nice! I’m really looking forward to trying out the VN once this new version gets released!

Also it’s stupid to point out since it’s obvious what you meant but mb and MB are different by, like, a factor of eight billion ;P (when considering bytes of 8 bits)

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Nothing is wrong with story, if anything that's what makes a VN better. Dont listen to those guys who complain about it--their just horny.

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Story First, Romance Second, Sex Third, its all about the build up to whatever form of climax, but it all has to feel in the mood!  The stage must be set first for the show to happen, so that it is not just another speck of solar dust on the solar winds!  Make it worthwhile and memorable, as to what it took to get o those points in the story! :3

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I'm glad that you are okay, tbh I was more worried about you than the game. Yes, I love the game, but I think I should be more concerned about the person behind it.

Its curious that you are using AI to voice it over, it can get the job done, but machine learning algorithm are hit or miss.

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Hey bob your a kind soul stay safe and strong you'll get through this grief and sadness welldone on your project you went above and beyond thanks for that 💫

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Hiya Bob 👋

I'm glad to hear that the VN has given u something steadfast to hold on to. Iv always loved a good story with some nsfw sprinkled in so I'm happy to hear that's the direction the LOS is taking, although I feel  like u shouldn't be afraid to express each facet of ever characters desires based on your expectations/vision of them. Like I would imagine Magnus as a care free, childish, head in the clouds kind of lover while Almeisan would be a more mature and romantic spouse. As for Lellan he'd be ... um.... more "intense" for a lack of better words. And if I'm totally wrong then err I guess I'm trying to say the u shouldn't let the opinion of one person directly shape ur VN but rather influence it. As for the AI voice, I'd be interested in hearing the "voice" of each character as u would perceive it, but I'll probably disable in the opinions (I like to use my imagination 💭)

Have you been reading my writing notes? XD

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I'm actually happy for the more story driven over the dating sim nsfw , a good love story is always appreciated ❤️❤️❤️ . Can't wait and wish you the best out there 🙌

I am really curious to  play your game. 

I am sorry you have to wait.

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No need to apologize and no rush. Take your time till you are certain it is finished.^^