Hey! So, I’ve been working on a story for a few months now. It’s something that I truly enjoy and would happily keep to myself, but I wanted to see how you guys would feel about reading something like this? It’s a murder-mystery with romance. Details are all below!
The Killing Seasons: Summer.
Summary
After a four-year dormancy, the infamous serial killer codenamed ‘The Season Slayer’ has attacked his first target. However, unlike the former twenty-eight victims—you have survived.
An alcoholic detective and a team of unwelcome FBI Agents must solve the case and keep you safe. Something easier said than done when old habits die hard, and you launch your own investigation. Starting with the tarot card he left behind at the crime scene.
The Killing Seasons: Summer, is a gritty murder-mystery and romance novel (one of four) set in a fictional dystopian city called ‘Paradise’, in the year 2101. It highlights the difficulties of recovering from severe emotional traumas. The damage that government corruption causes to the public. And it advocates against the unfair injustices people in lower social classes face on a day-to-day basis.
Written in British-English.
Your History and Role
You were a journalist whose sole focus was to investigate the blatant neglect toward cold case victims from The Fringes. A decaying corner in Paradise City that is without law enforcement and whose residents suffer. Your research and influence gained public attention, as well as the ire of the mayor and the wealthy who tarnished your reputation.
An entire year has passed since the fall of your career, and you grow exhausted by the strain of your crumbling life. Standing on the guardrail of an old bridge, a strange man approaches you for a chat but does nothing to intervene as you prepare to jump. Then, with one foot out into the open air, two hands press against your back and push…
But you didn’t die.
With a team of enforcers on your side, a long list of contacts, and a hunger for revenge. You take the law into your own hands and get ready to take down the killer yourself. No matter the consequences.
Details
- Play as male, female, or non-binary. With options for transgender characters (with or without surgeries).
- Play as gay, straight, asexual, touch-adverse, and more.
- Romance up to 5 characters. 3 are gender flippable, while the other 2 are non-binary and female. (There is one love triangle route.)
- Choose your weight, height, clothing, and features.
- Enjoy multiple choices in both flirting and personality building.
- Select an addiction or self-destructive behaviour that your character suffers from and help them recover.
- Strengthen your ‘mental health’ bar by attending therapy, taking your medication, connecting with others, and making the right choices. Or go in the opposite direction and see how your choices affect your character.
- Follow the clues that the killer leaves behind with or without help from your ‘team’.
- Strengthen your skills in: combat, weapons/explosives, intelligence/tactics, agility/stealth.
Romance Options
Alexander/Alex Williams ( M: 6’5) or ( F: 6’2), American.
A is the eldest Williams twin and the Commander of their team. Unlike their dark-haired and critical other half, A resembles a golden retriever with their blonde hair, large stature, and gentle nature. They enjoy their work and take pride in their position.
Strongest Skills: Combat and Leadership.
Personality: inspiring, optimistic, brave, and loyal.
Caleb/Cara Williams ( M/F 5’6), American.
C is the youngest Williams twin who specialises in Behavioural Analysing. They have an unrequited sibling rivalry and suffer from extreme germaphobia. It is the reason for their signature black surgical masks and latex gloves.
Strongest Skills: Intelligence and Tactics.
Personality: reserved, perceptive, independent, and wary.
Arman/Arina Jazani (M/F 6’ ) , Persian.
A was a promising Detective with an incredible future ahead of them. But when a bank heist went awry, they lost the people they loved the most. A is now a shell of their former self and no longer cares about following the rules, shooting criminals first and asking questions later.
Strongest Skill: Weapons and Explosives.
Personality: unpredictable, stubborn, sarcastic, and emotional.
Blaise Brunel (NB 5’8 ) , African-American.
Blaise is an attractive crowd favourite who specialises in Communications. Being more of a lover than a fighter, Blaise has so far escaped every confrontation in their career with a few choice words and a brilliant white smile.
Strongest Skill: Persuasion.
Personality: cunning, flirty, playful, and self-assured.
Ester Jin (F 5’3 ) , Korean.
Ester is a recent member of the team and is relied on for getting into secure areas without detection. With her featherlight frame and silent steps, she is the best Agent of her kind. Ester was born mute, and relies on sign language and a digital notepad to communicate with others.
Strongest Skills: Agility and Stealth.
Personality: calm, genuine, introverted, and shy.
Warnings and Rating
Rated 18+ for sensitive themes that may trigger younger audiences. Warnings include: detailed and severe mental health issues, suicidal idealisation, self-harm and/or destructive behaviours (these are selectable by the reader), bigotry, explicit language, minor animal abuse, and vivid descriptions of horror and gore.
I will definitely reach out to you and other testers if the need arises. Once again, thank you for the feedback!
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