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Closed: Writer for an otome game called falling hearts

#1 Post by IaMe » Fri Jul 12, 2013 1:34 pm

Hi There, I am looking for a writer for my otome game Falling Hearts, I have already hired (a fantastic) artist. Originally I had planned on writing this game myself but lost enthusiasm about 5000 words in. Since this is a game I really want to bring to fruition (basically I want to play it), I decided on hiring a writer.
The (first) job will for around about 70000 words (10000 for each character and 10000 for the group path), Please keep in mind that I have an idea for a spin-off called Falling Hearts ~Duality~ which would be around 40000 words (and I would like the same author for it). So in total I would require someone for around 110000 words, I am willing to pay if prices are reasonable.
I would also require for the writer (with a list of sprite expressions) to place the expression they want the sprite to show with their writing (as I’m not that good at matching words and expressions).
I will require examples of writing before I take on a writer for this project, as I need to be sure you have a good grasp of English. Each obtainable (there’s six of them) has three paths (a good, bad and okay one) I have already planned out the dialogue choices/plot branches, so you needn’t worry about that. I also have a basic outline of scenes and where they take place. Completed art wise are five of eight sprites (with the sixth one started on), also completed is a very basic prototype of the game with all choices programmed in but no script (if you want to see that just ask

Story Overview-
Falling Hearts is a story about a girl's quest to end her boredom and what's more exciting than falling in love for the very first time?

Plot overview-
Through a series of events the Mc becomes closer to a guy and eventually falls in love. Events include an introduction, a trip to the beach, going to a dance (or ditching it) a two part date, a kiss scene and an epilogue for each character. Also included is a group path where the Mc goes to all six guys for advice on her boredom (and ends up in hospital)

Setting-
The story is set in a town that could be anywhere in the world (or universe) even though the names are Japanese in influence, as I am from Australia and I’m pretty sure that the artist is American and the writer could be from anywhere in the world

Characters-
17- Main Character-strong-willed, defiant and cheeky
17- Saki- just plain bubbly (even slightly annoyingly so)- best friend
21- Ryou- a flirty hopeless romantic goofball- childhood friend
19- Shinn-rebellious to bone hothead- brother like character
17- Takeshi- studious book worm- classmate
18- Hikei-shy, reserved and quiet- senior transfer student
24-Keisuke-kind, nuturing and slightly silly (also an open personality)- teacher
29- Master Kaien-disciplinarian tough guy who can cook and has a temper- guardian/master (cares for Mc after death of her parents)

Here is an Example of what I want the game to feel like-
u- Main Character
bf- Saki

label start:
"My reflection ripples, and there I stand a girl of just seventeen"
"Important details make their way into my subconscious"

u "Yes that is right, My name is (First Name) (Last Name) and I commonly go by (Nickname)."
u "Why I suddenly forgot that just now I'll never know."
u "Shaking my head in amusement I finish packing my bag and set off to school, shouting out a farewell as I go."
"at school"
u "I am slamming the door to my run of the mill school locker when suddenly…"
"Whump!!!"
u "I am greeted in this (un)usual manner by my best friend Saki."
bf "“How’s it hanging my sweetest little buddy, you look a little down?”"
u "She says while peering into my face"
u "“Fine, just thinking I guess.”"
bf "“ ‘bout what?”"
bf "“Huh, huh, huh”"
u "“Well honestly I feel that my life has fallen into a rut recently.”"
bf "“Ooh, bummer man.”"
u "“Yeah, I know right.”"
bf "“So watcha gonna do about it???”"
u "“I don’t know, maybe ask someone for advice?”"

menu:
bf "“So who’ll you ask?”"

A group of opinions would be nice.
jump Group

A group of opinions would be nice.
jump Group

My dear friend should be able to help with this.
jump Ryou

I’ll wait till I get home and badger him about this.
jump Shinn

The guy sitting beside me seems to be a smart one.
jump Takeshi

A new perspective on things would be good.
jump Hikei

When in doubt, seek a teacher.
jump Keisuke

Master seems to know about things, I’ll ask him
jump Master

Sigh... I just can't decide who to ask.
jump Alone

label Alone:
bf "“Oh who cares anyway?”"
u "She says while linking her arm with mine."
scene blank
centered "A while later"
hide blank
u "Sitting in my room staring out the window, I come to realise that nothing much has changed in the rhythm of my life."
scene blank
centered "....."
hide blank
u "“Sigh... I suppose I’ll try for more excitement again when I wake up tomorrow.”"
jump Aloneendgame

label Aloneendgame:
scene blank
a "“congratulations you have reached the worst end in this game but never fear from here on it will be a cakewalk, so have at it.”"
$ persistent.Alone = True
jump endgame


If you are interested and need more information on the background of the characters (or the characters for Duality) feel free to ask but please keep in mind that as I live in Australia I may not get back to you quite as quick as some other people can.
Last edited by IaMe on Sun Jul 14, 2013 12:02 pm, edited 2 times in total.

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Re: wanted: Writer for an otome game called falling hearts

#2 Post by xxmissarichanxx » Sat Jul 13, 2013 4:09 pm

i'm interested in applying for this job, hahaa, but it seems you have the story all planned out. what do you need a writer for?

also, i have a good grasp of English since it's my first (and only language). i can offer to proofread and grammar check dialogue and script if you need help with that too.

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#3 Post by IaMe » Sun Jul 14, 2013 12:52 am

Honestly I don't really have much of the story planned out, just enough for the art assets to be created. I honestly don't need a writer but want one as I am kept busy enough writing a completely unrelated novel. As for your writing do you have a sample I could read?

What I really need is for the writer to place the sprite expressions (as I stated earlier) next to the line of dialogue as they write so I can have a good grasp of how they want the scene to look (and help me out as I'm not good at that sort of thing)

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Re: wanted: Writer for an otome game called falling hearts

#4 Post by xxmissarichanxx » Sun Jul 14, 2013 6:48 am

IaMe wrote:Honestly I don't really have much of the story planned out, just enough for the art assets to be created. I honestly don't need a writer but want one as I am kept busy enough writing a completely unrelated novel. As for your writing do you have a sample I could read?

What I really need is for the writer to place the sprite expressions (as I stated earlier) next to the line of dialogue as they write so I can have a good grasp of how they want the scene to look (and help me out as I'm not good at that sort of thing)
my deviantart literature gallery has more pieces if you want to look into any of my other writing works, but i think this one best represents my current ability to describe expressions, character placement, and scenery >> http://xxmissarichanxx.deviantart.com/a ... 1373798672

i usually write short stories.
enjoy! C:

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Re: wanted: Writer for an otome game called falling hearts

#5 Post by IaMe » Sun Jul 14, 2013 12:01 pm

I found someone through pm but thank you xxmissarichanxx for your interest, I really appreciate it

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