Dark Nights

That’s a lot of revisits! Please share your thoughts after finishing the story. Honestly, I forgot most of the events too. I feel like replaying my own game again after those years.

Whenever MC chooses someone else, Sachiro could get: arrested & disappear, forever lost and disappear when his time runs our or die from natural causes. Whoever MC chooses to follow can be saved. In the dlc, I’ll wrap up loose ends and introduce other possibilities.

Please share your thoughts of other routes!

Tumblr is my *hidden* blog because I don’t promote it and only post stuff about my visual novel. You still found it in the end!

Spoiler; Sachiro does appear in the new dlc. Whether he suffers, depends on your choices. Perhaps there is a happy ending for everyone~

Dark Nights was first released in 2019, but I took nearly 6 years to develop it. With so many otomes out there, I’m surprised that people dig up my game.

I got a soft spot for Sachiro. His story went through a major change when I got a sudden spark of inspiration. Furthermore, the artwork I drew of him became what people knew me for.

I really can’t choose between the male leads. Hence Dark Nights doesn’t have a ‘true’ ending. I truly enjoyed working on all routes, so I plan on writing more stories and pull out the whole cast again.

Right now, I’m busy with the extra stories for Dark Nights Reflections. I’ll work on the artbook after, though I already started creating illustrations. I expect the physical book to be finished somewhere in 2027. I’ve been occupied with moving in June, so my schedule got very packed.

Thank you for your patience 🙏

It’s a mix of observation, preference and practise. My style is not realistic, so I can put my own spin to certain choices. While I study real anatomy, I also look at how others stylize anatomy.

Honestly, it’s a trial and error over time. By practising, I learn what looks good.

Besides, my taste changed compared to years ago. Even though I draw a lot, there are subtle differences in every piece. I think that drawing different body structures helped me in trying new things.

Take your time and enjoy Dark Nights’ world.

Dear Iris, thank you for leaving these kind words. I’m delighted that you enjoyed Dark Nights! It’s already been 7 years since I released the original game. Hearing about your experiences makes it feel fresh.

In the past months, I had been very busy in preparation to move in June. I put the extra stories in Dark Nights - Reflections on halt until after I’ve settled in. I’m itching to wrap up this project, but my mind is not in the right place right now.

It came to my attention that many liked Kaichi’s character. While he doesn’t have his own route, I tried to involve him in many routes. In addition, I’m planning to write an extra story where MC tries to pursue him. Maybe this will answer your curiosity.

I’m currently working on 2 coasters. Here is the design preview. Furthermore, mousepads and photocards. I plan to add them in my online shop late May. I’ll post an update about it before launching.

Regarding the Dark Nights artbook, I’ll work on it after I finish extra stories for Reflections.

Hello! Thank you for dropping this kind message. It’s been over 10 years since I started Dark Nights project. I’m humbled that you’ve been following my work for so long. Your words are fueling my passion. Love you too ♡

Hi Caleb!

Kind you for this kind message. In DN Reflections, you only have 2 routes for now. Toss a coin and see where you end up😉

I indeed went for a 2000’s vibe. At the time, flip phones were mainstream and internet access was limited. When looking for information, the library was the go-to place. It gives the MC reason to explore. This lifestyle may be nostalgic or completely new to some people.

Making otome games is still very niche, hence I do this out of passion. I haven’t received any otome-related jobs, but I’ll take it if anything interesting comes my way.

Your dream sounds so fun! Thank you for providing visuals and many details. It’s so cute. Dark Nights’ world is full of supernaturals. A character like that fits right in. If the twins had an older brother, he would be hot, hehe.

In game, it was briefly mentioned that Blace and Jace had parents. Their mom was a demon while their dad was an angel. They never got to meet the twins sadly. Through logs, the twins learned that they passed before their birth. I plan to expand their background in the extra stories.

Every character in Dark Nights has a story, but some weren’t in focus. I try to answer your curiosity in the upcoming patch.

I had a great time writing Roya’s route. While his backstory is revealed, it still has room for surprises.

Unexpectedly, I grew fond of Mr Shinen. I got a better grasp of his character after the first game, so it reflects in his design.

Thank you for playing the DLC!