I'm Andy Mitchell, the writer and designer of the Solar Echoes RPG and the owner of Corefun Studios, LLC.
I'm excited to announce that I've been working on my first visual novel, The Star Legation!
The Story
The Star Legation is a Sci-Fi Visual Novel game set during the pre-history of the Solar Echoes universe. You don't need any knowledge of Solar Echoes to enjoy the game, but you might notice some “easter eggs” if you're familiar. The story begins...
Soon after the alien races began to explore outside their own star systems, they discovered each other. Hostilities grew into skirmishes and eventually, wars. However, some still desired peace. We've been taught that the Interstellar Union was formed in the year 1,023 LN. And we've been told of the human, Trey Donovan, who led the peace legation to unite everyone across the stars.
Details beyond that are varied and embellished, but we do have records of Trey's past. This man, now considered a legend, was no diplomat. He grew up in entirely human-centric surroundings and had never ventured beyond human territories. He was banished to an exile colony after a dishonorable discharge from the military. He received no training for the peace legation that he supposedly led. Trey's only known redeeming quality was his leadership and success in bringing law to a planet overrun with criminals.
How did this man travel to alien worlds and speak before powerful leaders? How was this human able to convince those alien leaders to send a representative with him to join the Interstellar Union? How did he survive the dangerous journey through space among an alien crew, several which were technically still at war with each other? There are still many unanswered questions about Trey Donovan and his journey across the universe. What really happened aboard that starship?
- The Star Legation’s beautifully authentic style blends realism with a cel-shaded, anime touch. Design, art, and audio create a unique space-opera atmosphere.
- 100's of decisions to make in this choice-driven branching story
- Experience an engaging narrative filled with intrigue, humor, science, treachery, and heart.
- Detailed background art, cinematic camera work, expressive character sprites, and animated sequences make this visual novel a dynamic experience!
- 32 possible endings (including 5 main endings)
- Build relationships with memorable characters and develop a reputation that will alter the course of the story!
- Over 20 hours of gameplay, with additional hours in alternate routes and endings
- Awesome SciFi soundtrack by Andy Mitchell, featuring over 75 minutes of original music!
- 15+ High Res CG's to unlock, designed by the talented artist, Aeghite!
- RPG elements with 8 different character design skill choices to make
- Hidden skill-related choices based on your character design that unlock extra routes
- Optional Combat (auto-win option), or Challenge Mode
- Optional Romance story routes with 2 human characters
The Team
Story Design and Programming: by Andy Mitchell
Character Sprite Artwork: by John Fell and Aeghite
Starship Interior Background Artwork: by Alexis Rill and Aeghite
Starships, Space Backgrounds, and Planet Backgrounds: by Lee Madison and Aeghite
CG's: by Aeghite
Graphical User Interface: by John Fell
Music: by Andy Mitchell
Links
Visual Novel Webpage: https://www.starlegation.com/
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1371 ... _Legation/
itch.io: https://corefunstudios.itch.io/the-star-legation
Tabletop RPG Webpage: http://www.solarechoes.com/
Solar Echoes Video Comic on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y29Hjfkm39g
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SolarEchoesRPG
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solarechoesrpg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolarEchoesRPG
Questions for Forum Readers
What about this game interests you most? What doesn't interest you?
What's your impression of the game so far?
What do you think of the characters? Any favorites?
Since the game is based on the Solar Echoes RPG game universe, does that make you more or less interested in playing it?
Any other comments, questions, or feedback?