Concept
The main concept for this is based on the life of a protagonist belonging to a substantially rich family in Japan. As one of the "yet-to-be-infected", he survives a widespread outbreak of a deadly epidemic by having his body preserved for 25 years. He awakens to find everything he knew changed and evolved and must start a new life and adapt to the futuristic lifestyle of 203X.
Organization and Programming
The game will be organized and programmed in Flash and converted to executable format for distribution. If you were interested and mentioning "Flash" is giving you second thoughts, I'll tell you right now that using Flash as opposed to Ren'py, with my experience allows me to finish it quicker, allows (much) more freedom for the engine and, with proper conversion, puts the game into a single executable. If I find a better way along the way, I'll do it.
-For Artists-
A Character Model
Here's a character model for one of the heroines (not drawn by any of the game staff):
You can use that as the par of quality for art. If you can only draw or only colour, jobs may be split for best result.
Art Style
The preferred art style is bright, colourful, cute and not too realistic.
Adult Content
Depending on the wishes of the staff members, the game may be light or medium on adult content. We're trying to keep it in good taste for the most part, here (though a little fanservice here and there wouldn't hurt at all).
Expected Completion Time
Depending on how busy everyone is, I'm willing to work on this from anywhere from a year (or less?) to multiple years. I will get the programming done very quickly and will work with the engine to make it very quick to add new content.
"What's in it For Me?"
Unfortunately, I'm not the most funded individual and can't afford to commission artists to work on this (unless we get funded somehow?). I WILL, however, offer a good percentage of revenue from the game, if it is quality enough to be sold and everything is worked out to make it possible, that is; I'm not the most knowledgeable regarding such things.
Will it Be Sold Commercially?
If everything works out, the quality reaches the desired level of everyone's goals and we all make sure all the legal issues are dealt with, yes; it will be sold online. Either way, a demo will be released for free on the internet. It won't be expensive if it is sold, it will be affordable and otherwise fairly priced.
-For Writers-
EDIT: We're now limiting the remaining writer spot to someone knowledgeable in Japanese culture and lifestyle that can help us in that field.
What Will I Do as a Writer?
As a writer, you will contribute to the plot, routes you choose to work on, character profiles, in-game text, ideas and anything else you're capable of contributing.
If I Only Contribute One Idea, Do I Still Get in the Credits?
If we use it, of course.
-Final Notes-
Who Else is on the Team Right Now?
I've just recently started recruiting for this. We currently have me (programmer), 2 writers and a talented musician that I'm sure I can depend on.
EDIT: 4 writers, 2 artists and 2 musicians.
Will it Have Voice Acting?
Maybe. Maybe not. If I can get the money to buy that "Smart Mouth" auto lipsyncing plugin, it'd probably get done pretty quick with minimal effort on the programming part. I have great connections to voice actors; no problem there.
How Long Will It Be?
I plan on it being a full length novel. I'd call it short-medium to medium. Maybe longer if it goes exceptionally well.
Any More Questions?
I will be happy to answer any questions anyone wants to ask about this. Add me on one of the messengers below if you're interested.
Contact Info
Skype: FlashfireEX MSN: sdh_7777@hotmail.com
