Hmm, yes, one of the beta-testers did comment on the lack of decision points till later in the game. You see...
early on, Frederone is still nothing but a lesser lich, that he needs to takes orders from other superior to him. Thus, he needs to build up his rank first before being able to afford more freedom. While it is true that the first few part of game is to show how cold-blooded Frederone is, I think it is necessary as well to show how Frederone rises in ranks, and also the origins of the monsters he controls.
It is a good to hear that you find the catharsis essence to be natural. Yes, I am afraid if I might make Frederone sounds like a emo.
But indeed, Rosetta's ending might be a little unrealistic compared to the others, since I want the couple to have the peace they deserved.
As for the artworks, I guess I had pretty much followed basic vn rules in graphics, in that characters who get only a few screenshots tend to be unanimated, and that scenes are not necessary without certain key characters included(Which will be the both girls in the game). All of that in order to cut the ordeal short.
Oh, as for the filter thingy early on(Warning: Might be rude to one masked maiden)...
It only filters one thing - Marliene's naked character sprite. It is due to the debate of whether to show the tits or not. A dumb filter, to say least.

As for the funeral part...
Hmm, it is definitely not a crown of thorns. But I guess I cannot say much with that art of mine.

As for the hairy part...
Frederone's hair is actually black - which means slavish devotion.
Thanks for finishing this game for me.
It is certainly an honor to hear that my art is at least captivating enough for you to stop by to indulge it. Of course, all the credits go to Mr Kevin MacLeod for his excellent works in the bgms.
As for the last part in True Ending...
Yes, unfortunately the loop is rather glitched. I blame my poor editing for that.
I am impressed. You are one of the guy who figured out that Marliene and Rosetta failed to grasp Frederone's shattered hand. So is he saved or not? I will let you guys to decide the ending.

And Rosetta's part
The ivy monster is one of my favourite monsters in Castlevania series. Guess I get too attached to it, and feel like putting some random girls in one.

Thank you for playing this game.