Epitaffy

The story follows a brutal and calculating protagonist, Narcissus, as she embarks on a journey of survival and discovery within the strange and unforgiving VRMMO world of Fallen Carcosa Online—two months before the game’s official release. Armed with nothing but her wits, dexterity, and a simple stick, Narcissus must navigate a world filled with unknown horrors, where surviving even a single day is no small feat. During this crucial preparation period, Narcissus learns first-hand that the world of Carcosa is anything but ordinary. The game world is teeming with monstrous creatures of unknown origins, Faustian entities offering dangerous bargains, and god-like beings of chaos capable of altering reality itself—if certain dark criteria are met. These horrors, lurking especially during the night of the Ordeal, make every move a life-or-death decision. But survival isn’t the only theme of this story. Narcissus herself carries a multitude of untold secrets, and the narrative delves deep into her psyche, offering a rich, introspective exploration of her character. The psychological depth of Narcissus is what makes her a truly multi-dimensional protagonist, one whose complexity enhances the tension and intrigue of the story. That said, the story isn’t all doom and gloom. There’s a surprising amount of fluff and humour woven into the narrative, with hilarious interactions and lighter moments that provide a welcome contrast to the overarching horror and tension. The balance between suspense and levity makes the story engaging and multifaceted, keeping me on my toes while also offering a lot of moments of relief.

Fun fact: High Noon (which is when the sun is at its highest) is not always at 12 pm and can vary.

My guy "Influenza" catching strays in a random book about incomprehensible horrors--

Direct quote from the man himself.

This kind of dialogue does remind me a lot of Shadows Over Loathing kind of gimmick in terms of outlandish speech and words. Compounding nouns and adjectives together under the pretense of the human mind trying to translate certain words from the unfathomable abyss.

had -> have an -> a

The fact that it feels more like watching a man with a common substance addiction relapse instead of first-degree murders gives it a unique feel. It's less "Oh this is horrific!!" (which is how a normal person would react) and more "Ah, damn it..."||| Helps that I can feel this strange sense of shame from it.