Demo Link + About the potential ROs of ‘Nevermoore’ (With Art!)
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Game Demo | Forum
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I decided to put all semi-relevant info + commissioned artwork in one post so it’s easy to find for any newcomers. I’ll be pining this too. (Though some info might change slightly over time bc I am guilty of being inconsistent with my characters whoops)
For RO info, I had also included their music themes. It was based on an ask I gotten a long time ago, but instead on separating them from ‘character songs’ and ‘romance path ballads’, they’re just in general now (But you can still interpret them however you want) Also there’s now an extra song for each because I can’t help myself haha. (And one more thing...a lot of songs are english covers of anime music because I am a weeb. Just...putting it out there)
Also, the some of songs themselves could reveal a bit of the ROs backstory/motivations/etc, if you know where to look 👀.
Disclaimer: All art is done (commissioned) by the incredible @apexred! Please check them out when you can! And even though the ROs have their ‘official art’, please don’t be discouraged if you had wanted to imagine them looking a little different when their descriptions eventually show up in the demo! These designs are more for myself than anything 😅 .
Under the cut-
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Micah/Miriam Sterling
They come from the back alleys of early 1900s New York with a soft-spoken and patient personality. Generally civil and polite to most people they meet, and tries to avoid conflict as much as possible. They also have a habit of being constantly alert of their surroundings, picking up sounds and sensations that would normally be missed by others. Nobody considers it unusual, however, because it becomes understandable once you meet them. If the pair of shades and solid wood walking cane doesn’t give it away, then their clouded blue eyes definitely will.
However, it’s best to remain wary of them. Because there is just something...off, in the way they carry themselves. Like a predator, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike their prey.
Age: 26
Birthday: February 25, 1896 (Pisces)
Height: 5′9″. Becomes 5′10″ in the heels.
Background: They actually don’t know the specific date they were born, but had went with February 25 because that was the day they were found left on the doorstep of a church orphanage. Because of this, they also don’t know where they are from. But they do know how to speak other languages like French, German, Italian, Russian, and many more.
Recorded Date of Disappearance: 1922
Songs: Unravel English Cover Acoustic, Last StarDust English Cover, Towards the Sun
Related Art: 1,
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Elias/Eloise Lain Romero
They grew up in Cuba before moving to Canada to study journalism. They are often sarcastic and have a bit of a sharp tongue, directing it towards anyone that’s within their vicinity for longer than a minute. However, it’s known that they do genuinely care for the other residents, even though they’d probably rather die again than admit it out loud. Oddly enough, they can also come off as rather nosy, always asking others (including you) rather personal questions. They insist that it’s important, but don't specify what they need the information for.
Also, they are always seen carrying a leather-bound notebook with them at all times. With everything they seem to know about the people and the town, who knows what's written in it...
Age: 21
Birthday: May 11, 1969 (Taurus)
Height: 5′7″
Background: Was born and lived in Cuba until they were about age 7. Knows how to speak Spanish.
Recorded Date of Disappearance: 1989
Songs: Hello World English Cover, Shikisai English Cover, Reason Living English Cover
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Pavel/Pris(Priscilla) Falken
The brightly coloured, mismatched clothes they wear match their upbeat, free-spirited personality. An aspiring cook, specifically a baker, who was looking to open their own cafe before they arrived to the town. But even so, they won’t let the curse stop them from doing what they love, despite the potential risks (In fact, they’ve lost count on how many times their oven blew up on them). They also love to chat with people, especially with the newcomers. Expect to see them show up at your doorstep with a fresh batch of freshly baked goods as a way to make you feel welcome.
Their family actually shares their love for cooking, having once owned a small, local restaurant. Once is the keyword here. And it’s their fault.
Age: 23
Birthday: August 7, 1981 (Leo)
Height: 5′4″-5′5″
Background: Mixed Scandinavian ancestry and probably had distant viking blood. Knows mostly English, but may or may not know some curse words in Swedish and Norwegian.
Recorded Date of Disappearance: 2004
Songs: Best Day of My Life, When Can I see You Again, Glad You Came
Related Art: 1,
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Simon/Sarai Zhang
They are a person of science, following the footsteps of their father. Can be mostly be found in the town library, preferring the company of books rather than people. Their stoicism and aloofness makes it hard to get a read on what they are really thinking, and their bluntness sometimes turns others away. But they are hardworking, and take their situation more seriously than others. Which is why they are the only one who is actively trying to find a way out of the town, as well as understand how it works. They’ve tried everything, and are still coming up with new ways and theories (and experiments, sometimes even on themselves) all the time. They are determined to escape.
They have to. For their father.
Age: 25
Birthday: November 12, 1945
Height: Simon is 6′2″, while Sarai is 6′0″
Background: Has a Chinese father and an Israeli mother. So because of this they know how to speak Mandarin and little bit of Hebrew.
Recorded Date of Disappearance: 1970
Songs: C’mon, Tell Me Now English Cover, [To be added]
Okay guys I was going to wait for a few days before posting this but I have such abysmal self-control so...here’s another commissioned (but on a smaller-scale) piece by @apexred of Micah Sterling!
I’m sorry to any Miriam stans out there, but I had chosen Micah since he was the ‘canon’ in my writing drafts. Plus he’s a favorite of Red 😅.
So what’s the context of this? Well...Let me just say that this is based on a scene I’m planning on writing that stars Sterling. This was made so I can get some more creative juices flowing. But for now, enjoy this without much context 😊.
Follower Milestone + Some 'Special' Nevermoore Art!
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Guys stahp I'm going to cry 😭.
Thank you all so much for your continuous support! You are what keeps me going and determined to finish writing this story!
So now you're probably wondering, "...What does asteristories mean by "Special Nevermoore Art?" Well I'm glad you asked!
It's basically some fun meme art of some of the Nevermoore ROs drawn by my dear friend @apexred. All of it was based on our group chat shenanigans which means its confusing out of context haha!
(The ROs are set to the 'default canon' that I originally had them in from my drafts. So, sorry if you had chosen for them to be different in the demo 😅)
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Pavel's thoughts on the Jonas Brothers:
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Micah and birds:
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Tsundere Eloise (I know I showed you guys this already but still):
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Finally, the 'Lift Train' (I showed you guys part of this already too but you deserve to see the full saga):
The girl in the skirt sandwiched between Pavel and Sarai is @bunowi, another friend of mine! She's the one who came up with this idea actually 😆!
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Again, thank you everyone! Hopefully I'd be able to get out a progress update in the next few days! See ya soon 💖!
The gang’s all here! I just want to give a final super special thank you to @apexred for letting me commission him for them! It was really fun working with you!
Now, I’m going to have to compile all of the RO art + info onto one tumblr post, so it’s like, easier for everyone haha.
I...I honestly don't know what to say that doesn't make me sound like a sappy old lady but...thank you. Thank you so much everyone for showing interest in this WIP. Even if you're just lurking, know that I am so eternally grateful for your support. 💖
At first, I was thinking of what I can do for this milestone but I'm not sure what would be appropriate. But...after giving it a little thought, I decided that I'll do something RO related. So here's what I've decided to do: I will be writing out a childhood snippet of an RO. These scenes most likely won't appear in-story but at least you guys can still read them anyway! Link to Poll.
And here's the link to discord you guys are interested! We are chill dont worry haha.
https://discord.gg/XygnwrU
Check out the Nevermoore community on Discord - hang out with 40 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.
The next RO once again done by the incredible @apexred! Thank you so much, they look amazing as usual! Guys please check them out if you have the time 😊. And stay tuned for the rest!
Found someone who'd be willing to do the RO character portraits! Super special thanks to @apexred for agreeing to do the commissions! Guys please check them out when you can, they're awesome!
