[ play the demo here. ]
— SPLIT THE BODY ASUNDER is a medieval-inspired, gothic romance interactive fiction about opening people up—be it by scalpel or a coaxing whisper.
You are a physician who has taken over your late master’s practice on the outskirts of the capital and, unbeknownst to you, a heavy debt that forces you to work as a caretaker to a purportedly ill countess. Unfortunately, you suspect you’re not the only one vying for her money... though you may be the only one willing to keep her alive for it. Bring to light the tensions that have plagued Castle Blesser for far too long and be quick; the body can only tolerate so much, after all.
customize your MC from identity to background to appearance.
hone your preferred skills - are you known for your knowledge of pharmacy or for your finesse at surgery? or is your approach altogether more spiritual?
choose your disposition with patients - how’s your bedside manner? are you receptive or paternalistic?
wear an extremely stylish beaked mask, obviously, to keep your health intact and identity concealed. will you ever let the public see the person beneath it all?
work is important but it’s not everything. seek a romance with a scrupulous vassal, a charismatic rogue, or a rather dubious fellow doctor - or choose to keep things strictly professional.
save your clinic from bankruptcy!
(17+ general content warning for death, gore, strong language, and sexual content. reader discretion advised.)
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