last week was *super rough* at work so even though it feels like I've been just coasting in between breaks, I think I really needed this. hoping that next week or so hits that sweet spot where the mood is busy but not too exhausting.

was hoping to use the extended weekend to focus on the project, but progress on that has been a lot more gradual. even if I'm behind on it I feel like easing back into everything has made the most sense. I've been playing Z.A.T.O. and stuff and my soul is healing

anyway I've had a lot of time to reflect on the game's direction and where I'm currently at and stuff. still have plenty of scenes I need to figure out, the hardest part will be taking the first steps.

there's tons of times when I'm down on myself for taking this long on the game but then I have busy days like this and remember "oh yeah I work a full time job." it's kind of a blessing that I'm able to keep up with the project at all

work was pretty rough this week, haven't been able to focus on anything really (happy we pulled through though). I want to get back to working on the project at some point but right now I am very excited to lie down

getting unironically pretty excited about the revolutionary, never-before-seen concept of my characters getting stronger the more I play. and you're telling me that I can learn new attacks and find new gear to equip!? that's wild...

playing Resident Evil last month messed with my brain. I keep thinking "oh no, I wasted all these items on this fight and two of my guys got KO'd, run's over, better reset" but then I remember that I can fight enemies to gain money and EXP in this game. like bro there's no real penalty for anything

My cat, Archie, majestically flopped out on a bed over some laundry. He’s just a fluffy mass of fur and limbs.

some kind of weird puddle appeared during laundry day

Final Fantasy title card. "And so, their journey begins...."

the main menu was empty so they could hit you with this title sequence later! this game is good!!!

also it looks like the manual mentions it! (and covers some of the advice that I picked up before starting) that's probably a sign I can lean on it going forward when I need to, even if it doesn't tell me everything

don’t know the specifics but yeah I skimmed a bit about their gimmick. should be good

aaaaa the text boxes make little noises when you open and close them this is very cute!!!

Flavor text for looking at a well. "This is a well. You might think that there is something to it... But in fact it is just an ordinary well."

we'll have to see how I feel about the actual dungeons and combat and stuff but guys this game is adorable. I am already smitten

I think for this playthrough I'll try limiting my outside info to the manual (being careful around the walkthrough sections)/some small notes I skimmed about which spells don't work and stuff.

I've obviously picked up a fair bit through osmosis but I'm curious how much I can figure out on my own

Screenshot of FF1, showing the four main characters for my playthrough. "POKR" the Fighter, "SOLI" the Black Belt, "BJAK" the Black Mage, and "WAR" the White Mage

no idea how this'll go, but I'm going to be playing the original Final Fantasy! figured it would be cool to play a proper oldschool RPG.

behold my Warriors of Light. I just picked a theme and named them whatever. I love them already.

blockbench model of BB from anthology of the killer

helps that the main plot is enough of a mystery on its own. is there some hidden line of dialogue out there that gives context to everything, or is it more about unpacking the subtext that’s in front of you. I like how it feels like there’s lots to think about no matter what direction

I love these types of “explore and find esoteric secrets” kinds of games but AE is one of the few where I don’t feel too bad if I haven’t seen everything. it’s like it has the fun aspects of secret-hunting without the part where it gets exhausting really

yoooooo I knew that background looked suspicious. need to check that out later

this tends to happen after I finish longer games but this is one of the biggest waves of “well, now what?” I’ve felt in my life

Angelina Eraconda

like, wow. I don’t even know what to say. feels like I just experienced something really important.

there’s still probably a lot I haven’t seen, but I’m really glad I took my time with this. video games.

what a wonderful and mesmerizing game

it’s going to take me a while to process all of this

just finished Angeline Era!

aaaaaaaaaaaaaa

current playthrough status: losing my grip on reality

hey have you ever heard of this game called Angeline Era

pretty wild stuff

boss fight

anyway I decided to start playing BOSSGAME: The Final Boss is My Heart

Is any sword sharp enough to cut through the inevitability of conflict? Is there any heaven waiting for us to arrive? Our hearts shake with anticipation as we plunge into the unknown. Without an answer, we press on.

A chance for celebration. A chance to rest. Another’s peace stolen for our own respite. The struggle is a ritual, embraced day after day after day.