The Bar on the Abyss - WIP [240k words] [Updated November 9th]

Hello patrons! :ghost:

Work on Chapter Three is ongoing (and progress is good, thank you for asking!)

BUT in the meantime, I have a nice addition to the first chapter:

Appearance customization!

Pick your hair, eyes, skin color, and body type, and even add some body modifications - in the afterlife, everything is possible!

And let me know if there are any other customization options you would want me to add in the future :smiley:

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Chapter 3 is out now!

“The Bar on the Abyss” invites you for a night you won’t forget: live music, dead spirits, and an all-out brawl in the yard - TO THE DEATH (well, in a past sense, since most of the patrons are already dead).

:books: Game Updates:

  • The full game is now at 110k words!
  • Chapter 3 features 11 different endings. Your choices and romance(s) throughout the chapter will lead you to each unique conclusion.
  • Heads up: This chapter includes sexual themes, alcohol abuse, and a bit of good ol’ violence.

:fire: Spoilers Alert (For Those Stuck at Home for Thanksgiving):

  • You get to take care of a very drunk Death. It’s as messy as it sounds.
  • First time tasting of the Devil and the Witch. Or maybe both at the same time? Your choice.
  • See Hastur’s sword in action (and NO, this is NOT an innuendo).
  • Deal with some unpleasant customers - and give those mortal butts a good kicking!
  • Meet a hot nymph knight, who’s also a romance option (just not for you, sorry!).
  • Be the big spoon (small spoon update coming soon, I promise).
  • Restart the game to check out new appearance customization options!

Have a blast playing - after all, you only die once!

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So after a night like that…who does Death wake up feeling like?

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I did a brief first run only, but here are my unabashed first impressions (yes I am aware of the irony of the whole “killing” thing)
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Have to play more thoroughly now, but I adore the characters and the vibe c:

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Well, like themself, of course :joy:

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Drunken Death is the epitome of a smoll bean. :baby:

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@rafsan is wrong, death parade is not about a bar on the abyss, death parade is about a bar which is used to judge the dead, so as to determine their final resting place (hell or heaven).
The dead play games in the bar there (random games, kinda depends on the dead) and their reactions and stuff helps in judging them.

And it isn’t just one bar and one manager,there are countless bars and managers as hundreds of people die daily.

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I LOVE the Raven, no matter how annoying it can be sometimes. I think its part of its charm. And the writing style also. The use of words are beautiful. From how certain scenes are described, my imagination is having a field day.

Oh, and Death is simple adorable.

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Only have one thing to say after playing the new update got collected them all

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Hahaha definitely will be added as an achievement down the road :smiling_imp:

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Thank you so much!!
Writing the Raven is a delicate balance of keeping him true to his character (which is an annoying avian) without annoying the reader too much.

Luckily, as an annoying person myself, I have first-hand experience with maintaining that balance :stuck_out_tongue:

Hello patrons!

Over the past few days, I’ve addressed several bugs and incorporated your valuable suggestions (immensely grateful for these!)

And with that done (well, mostly. Will go back to it) I can officially start the work on Chapter 4!

AND there’s a good chance for a weekend update too!

Now, here’s a spoilery peek at what Chapter 4 has in store:

  • Traverse through dreams of the past.

  • Babysit an immortal’s offspring

  • Help Shelly in gathering courage for a date proposal.

  • Explore the graveyard of dead deities.

  • Join Yaga on a Hell-bound shopping excursion

  • Learn the rules of magic (spoiler: it doesn’t go well).

  • MOST IMPORTANTLY: Hastur will make you a milkshake!

See you in the abyss!

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I love what you’re doing. I still couldn’t’ get the time to play chapter 3 (it’ll be for this week-end) so I’ll waitto make comments on it but so excited !!

Just wanted to tell, you really should put the date of your updates in the title. You’ll get more views and you really deserve it !!!

See you in the abyss !

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Oh, good idea! Like this? :thinking:

Goodnight (or Good Morning, or Good Afternoon – you get the gist!) everyone! :first_quarter_moon_with_face:

The prologue of Chapter 4 of “The Bar on the Abyss” is now live and ready for you to dive into!

This chapter is a bit of a game-changer actually – it has a few big revelations and deep dives into the minds and hearts of the crew.

If you’ve invited Death and The Witch to stay at your bar, they’re included in this, too!

Oh, and no need for a new save file this time :smiley:

I’ve poured a lot into this update, and your insights and reactions to the characters are what keep this story growing and evolving.

So, don’t hold back – let me know your thoughts, theories, and feels!

Stay tuned patrons! And remember, in the abyss, every choice echoes into eternity… :crystal_ball:

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Hey readers! Just dropping to update you that chapter 4 is going really well so far. Might have another update this week!

In the meantime, check the Tumblr page for updates and more info

See you in the abyss! :smiley:

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So what is the poly route?

There are several options for a poly romance for all the currently available ROs - you can romance two or three at the same time- separately or as a throuple/ polycule :slight_smile:

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So does it depend on who or can I choose what ever like death and he who shall not be named

Currently you can romance Death, The Witch and The Devil separately or in any poly combination you want. For later romances that will be added, only monogamous relationships will be available.