Death In Daylight [Action/Conspiracy/Futuristic/Cyberpunk]-recruiting(2019)

[SilentMonkey]

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The world has changed for the worst. Survival of the fittest is king in 'Neon Tokyo'. Agencies control different districts of the area with their own laws and rules to follow, whats left of society is nothing but a pale comparison to what it once was. Scholars are no longer needed, only those who can do the dirty work are in high demand. It's a dangerous world out there, leeching off anybody who can't fend for themselves.
There have been many rumors spreading around about a mysterious academy taking in only fifty students at a time once every couple of years. What a special opportunity this is to break away from a life of destruction...
Why is that? What makes these students so special?
Luckily you are one of the fifty. Surely it must be because of your academic prowess above the rest, or is it how much more you are willing to do to? What a special student you must be....a chance to make something of yourself. A chance to be somebody.

Welcome to a world full of many different ways of life. A life full of adrenaline for street racing hooligans, a life of pain for Street brawling tournaments, a sleazy lifestyle of blackmailing for tech masters, a life of ecstasy for midnight party goers, a life of suffering for those who play by the rules. All the pleasures in 'Neon Tokyo' are the ones people create for themselves.
And you'll be witnessing it all, going along for a wild ride.



This is just the intro to what kind of story you guys can expect when Death In Daylight is complete. (Title has changed but I am not ready to reveal it just yet, for now the title will remain 'Death In Daylight') It's original first title was 'Silence In Daylight'.
Keep in mind in this VN the characters are just as important as you are, so the world does not revolve around our Main Character(s). The choices each character makes will have significant impact. Affecting those who are closest to them, for better or worse. What is offered here is a rich story with a deep atmosphere and complicated characters, trying to survive just as much as you are. The world will breathe as if it has a life of its own. It will feel and sound like a real world.

PS. As of this update (8/21/2019) a new sophisticated demo has been written but scrapped as the story has been developed even further. As I mature as a writer this world does as well. I have spent nearly four years with this and has become my obsession to make it the best it can be. One of the perks of working alone at the moment, all the time I need to make it what it deserves to be. A downside, it takes FOREVER to make significant progress.

1) The main cast (the 'students') ages will begin around 18-19 and advance to early 20's (20-22) The supporting cast (The Handlers) will be in their late 20's to early 30's. THREE main routes have been written, each following (4) different students not including yourself. It used to be (7) but it felt overwhelming following so many stories besides your own. You will be the fifth member of a slowly evolving group of 'friends', playing in first person for each character but only able to make decisions as the fifth member, yourself. This allows you to view each person in first and third person perspective naturally without annoying narration type dialogue. NOTHING AGAINST NARRATION, to each their own.
2) Although the story will take place in a academic setting, this is by no means a slice of life or romantic piece. There will be everyday life moments here and there inside the academic setting to watch the characters develop but only for that purpose. They will be experiencing everything 'Neon Tokyo' has to offer, safe to say it will get pretty hectic. No RPG elements will be involved. The 'students' will be thrown into a mature settings regularly, it will test their morality, their struggle to maintain their humanity and so on. Their relationships with each other will develop and fall apart in a believable manner. I want the players to feel every emotion the characters are feeling and have studied many hours on how to achieve this. Hopefully it will pay off in the end.
3) The world itself will take place in a futuristic setting, however it is a world that is falling apart. Technology has advanced in some aspects, and has downgraded in many others. Society is barely keeping itself together and democracy is non-existent. Geographically it will mostly take place in the far east (korea, japan) and some parts will be in the west.
4) The artwork will be realistic. (look up a animated film called 'Redline' or 'Akira' for reference) A perfect style in my opinion to achieve a rich atmosphere.
5) I have created most the character art but I am looking for a more experienced sprite artist for polishing and anatomy adjustments. Or entirely different looks if it fits the style within the world. Their final designs are not set in stone just yet.
6) The backgrounds themselves have not been fully realized. I am also looking for someone with the ability to create original futuristic settings who isn't afraid to add their own flavor into the mix. A detailed description of the environment I can do, draw one? Now that's a whole different ball park. Think gritty yet beautiful in certain lights.
7) Given the nature of the story, situations and artwork will be adult in nature but will NOT consist of full on nudity or pornographic material.
8 ) The music will have a retro 80's synthwave feel to it, I have references for composers to take inspiration from. Think bladerunner but with a little more funk into it.
9 ) Since I know that the world I am envisioning is a tall order, artists will be compensated for their work on a discussed price. The VN will remain free so no royalties or anything of the sort will be involved. If I feel the project has earned the right to ask for financial support from the community, I will discuss with the team on how to go from there so it is fair for everyone.
10 ) I am looking for dedicated people who will be proud to slap their name in the credits, who will communicate on a reasonable basis, and will have fun contributing.
11 ) At the moment a composer, character artist, and background artist is needed.

(WITHIN A COUPLE DAYS I WILL BE RELEASING THE CHARACTERS NAMES AND PERSONALITIES ON HERE. GIVEN HOW THIS IS WAY BEYOND THE POINT OF CHANGING I FEEL CONFIDENT ENOUGH TO SHARE THEM WITH YOU ALL. WHAT THEIR PURPOSE IS AND WHAT THEY WILL BE DOING WILL ALSO BE REVEALED.)



What do you guys think about the whole idea of the story? Is it something you would be interested in experiencing?
Please let me know if you have any more questions about what is being created here and what can be expected from 'Death In Daylight'.



Let me know how it is

[SilentMonkey]

Main Characters as of 9/1/19 - (There are much more characters in the story but I would rather keep them a surprise than flood this post with extensive information. Their images will be uploaded in the following weeks once I can finally be happy with their designs. I am excited to share them with you all. Hopefully along with some backgrounds.)

*Ruko* (Handler)
Ruko is a woman of little words. She’s blunt and straight to the point. Having shown her ability to dependably make quick effective decisions many times over, she has risen through the ranks to a Grade 7 Specialist. She is harsh but fair, delicate yet dangerous. Given her relatively short frame, she chose reversal techniques and submission forms as her CQC tactic. She was recently tasked with training a young apprentice, despite objecting to the idea two times before.

*Nami* (Student)
Nami is a difficult young woman to read. Quiet and firm, she lets her actions do most of the speaking. With that being said, underestimating her abilities is usually a deadly mistake. Being the smallest of the group she finds many ways to use it to her advantage. What she lacks in strength, she redeems it with quick and precise movements. Some students even reported seeing her practice extremely fatal looking CQC techniques. With these skills in mind it is no question why she was put into the LIQUIDATOR program; Making her even more deadlier as she progresses.

*Ayane* (Student)
Ayane is a curious case. Her presentation hints she grew up in a higher economic status above the rest. Soft spoken with a touch of innocence, but a uneasy feeling following her around. Her CQC capabilities have yet to be seen by her peers, a fact she is likely well aware of. She has displayed advanced knowledge in current technology, explaining her personal request for the OPERATOR program. Even though she seems to open up to other students, some feel what they are seeing is only what she allows them.

*Jin* (Student)
Since Jin has entered the academy, he has been committed to his training. Absorbing as much information he can get his hands on. Confident and outspoken, he shows promise of rising high within the ranks. Given special privilege from Grim himself, he was allowed to cross-train in not only the INFILTRATOR program, but the others available as well. He has shown particular interest in debilitating CQC tactics. Which involves rendering his opponents body physically useless after a confrontation. It is widely accepted that he is one of the most gifted of his peers. And yet he continues to show even greater potential to his superiors.

*Kyo* (Student)
Kyo is a perfect case of pure dedication. After his entrance in the academy, he would spend nearly every chance to hone his Physical and Weapons capabilities. He is also known around as a wild card; unpredictable to even those who know him closely. Having past experience in the street brawling scene, he trusts he will be a valuable and respected member of the ENFORCER program in the near future. With Grim taking active notice in his goal, it seems he may reach this title sooner than anticipated.

*Grim* (Echelon Superior)
Grim, the leader of Corvus Academies entire operation. He is it’s voice, body and mind. Representing everyone under his command with a firm hand. Handlers themselves show the upmost respect, an indication of a much deeper network than one is led to believe. Some students would say they feel safer knowing he is around, others say they feel only fear in his presence. With tight security surrounding the academy, nothing passes through without his knowledge or approval first. Little is known on what he does beyond the academy or why it was even started in the first place. It is said without him, everyone else at Corvus would have no real purpose...or value.