Wow. I finally read through everything and I can definitely say that this was a very enjoyable update. And so substantial too! I really enjoyed the two new love interests... It was very sweet getting to know Mathys, and speaking of..
Loveless route, Mathys(?) branch endgame spoilers
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One of the best parts was seeing Mama Parisi finally getting all choked up with pride over her daughter's achievement: staging a successful military coup! That was downright hilarious.
Ah, thank you for letting me know you enjoyed the route - particularly Mathys's path. And you managed to impress Mother - you are truly worthy of the crown! ^_^
Hi, I'm playing the linux version on steam deck right now, but for some reason I can't select the "No one" route, the way Charlotte and Frederique's routes can't be selected. All the other routes work fine. Has the linux version been updated yet?
If you are looking for the loveless route, you will find it under Guillaume's route.
After clicking on his portrait, at the prompt 'who did King Auguste want to become queen?' click on 'Me'. And then choose the last option, "No, I behaved as instructed and King Auguste chose me".
This will get you onto the Loveless route. I hope this helps ^_^
I just end my playthough with the “loveless” route ( at least, one of them ).
I really find it very interesting to do. The MC is still a strong MC like in other routes, this is still the same kind of “gameplay” (strong story/lore, well done characters, tracking hints in story to find the “right” choice, MC love story ) and somehow it’s also a different “atmosphere” from other routes.
And there is really different way to go to a “successfull” end so, when playing, you feel like your choice matters in MC life.
Note that I do not think less of the other routes ( even if I may have some preferences ) and I really find good the effort done to have different kind of approach/issues in each of them.
Thanks and congratulation for the great work you have done !
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am happy to hear you enjoyed the loveless route.
All the game paths are fundamentally the same, but I do try to make them feel different each time, so I am glad that you feel I have succeeded there. ^_^
I have to say, that this loveless route exceeded all my expectations! I talk about the The shared throne ending. This was even better than Leo's route! :D I can only praise your storytelling, it is so awesome :D I got to the Elopement and the Tyrant queen end too, these were somehow less burdened than the other characters' stories outside of the Loveless route and i like them too :)
Thank you for writing these cunning, witty and heartwarming stories :)
Also, I was rereading the Leopold POV extra for Rose, and omg, I remembered that Leopold got struck on the cheek too (though in a more benign situation as compared to Iolanthe in Thorns) and they also had a whole scene regarding first names in both games!!!
Hehehe it's been a while since I played Rose, so I think I'll get back to that. Your writing is such a delight to read. Thank you very much for this game!
Hi I was wondering. is my copy of Thorns of War supposed to come with a Steam key, like with Rose of Segunda? i don't think I got one. sorry if this was already answered
I rarely leave reviews, but this route has motivated me to:)
Absolutely adore the Loveless route!
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It was very satisfying to become a queen after all that humiliation that Iolanthe was forced to suffer. It was especially gratifying to see the looks on both Leopold and Guillaume's faces when they've realized they've been outplayed by someone they deemed so 'insignificant' and 'naive', hehe.
But my favourite part of the route was Leo's romance while making poor Guillaume realize both his mistakes and feelings towards Iolanthe ( it broke my heart to string him along though 💔 even if he was so horrible at the beginning). But the divorce scene in this particular route is *chef's kiss*!
Guillaume's route was also very sweet - his innocence is so adorable♡although it was a bit disappointing not to have a kiss cg with him🥺. Also, I like the ending with him as a queen much more than in his Love route, if only just because Iolanthe seems to be his equal in everything - much like in Leo's route.
It was also interesting to learn some new details about both Leo and Gui that were not really (or at all) discussed in their respective Love routes.
Ah, it is going to be a truly sad day when you complete the game and the story of Iolanthe ends🤧. But I will be looking forward to your next projects♥
Ah, many thanks for the review and I am glad to hear you found the route enjoyable - especially getting one over on Leo and Guillaume ^_^
Oh, and there is a kiss CG with Guillaume, but it only appears if you managed to succeed with the Auguste plot. I just double checked and it should be working, but please let me know if you are still having trouble getting it to appear.
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Thank you for sharing your story. I hope that, when the time comes, Charlotte’s route will be a fitting finale to your fond reminiscences.
Many thanks for playing ^_^
Wow. I finally read through everything and I can definitely say that this was a very enjoyable update. And so substantial too! I really enjoyed the two new love interests... It was very sweet getting to know Mathys, and speaking of..
Loveless route, Mathys(?) branch endgame spoilers
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
One of the best parts was seeing Mama Parisi finally getting all choked up with pride over her daughter's achievement: staging a successful military coup! That was downright hilarious.
Ah, thank you for letting me know you enjoyed the route - particularly Mathys's path. And you managed to impress Mother - you are truly worthy of the crown! ^_^
Many thanks for playing
Hi, I'm playing the linux version on steam deck right now, but for some reason I can't select the "No one" route, the way Charlotte and Frederique's routes can't be selected. All the other routes work fine. Has the linux version been updated yet?
If you are looking for the loveless route, you will find it under Guillaume's route.
After clicking on his portrait, at the prompt 'who did King Auguste want to become queen?' click on 'Me'. And then choose the last option, "No, I behaved as instructed and King Auguste chose me".
This will get you onto the Loveless route. I hope this helps ^_^
Hello,
I just end my playthough with the “loveless” route ( at least, one of them ).
I really find it very interesting to do. The MC is still a strong MC like in other routes, this is still the same kind of “gameplay” (strong story/lore, well done characters, tracking hints in story to find the “right” choice, MC love story ) and somehow it’s also a different “atmosphere” from other routes.
And there is really different way to go to a “successfull” end so, when playing, you feel like your choice matters in MC life.
Note that I do not think less of the other routes ( even if I may have some preferences ) and I really find good the effort done to have different kind of approach/issues in each of them.
Thanks and congratulation for the great work you have done !
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am happy to hear you enjoyed the loveless route.
All the game paths are fundamentally the same, but I do try to make them feel different each time, so I am glad that you feel I have succeeded there. ^_^
Many thanks for playing
Hi!
I have to say, that this loveless route exceeded all my expectations! I talk about the The shared throne ending. This was even better than Leo's route! :D I can only praise your storytelling, it is so awesome :D I got to the Elopement and the Tyrant queen end too, these were somehow less burdened than the other characters' stories outside of the Loveless route and i like them too :)
Thank you for writing these cunning, witty and heartwarming stories :)
(I tend to avoid sad ends :D)
Brigi
Hello and thank you!
I'm glad you enjoyed the route - especially Leo's romance.
"(I tend to avoid sad ends :D)" - wisely done ^_^
Many thanks for playing
Loveless route, Leopold branch minor spoilers
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Also, I was rereading the Leopold POV extra for Rose, and omg, I remembered that Leopold got struck on the cheek too (though in a more benign situation as compared to Iolanthe in Thorns) and they also had a whole scene regarding first names in both games!!!
Hehehe it's been a while since I played Rose, so I think I'll get back to that. Your writing is such a delight to read. Thank you very much for this game!
Hi I was wondering. is my copy of Thorns of War supposed to come with a Steam key, like with Rose of Segunda? i don't think I got one. sorry if this was already answered
It will do, once the game is finished and on Steam. But I can't provide any keys until that happens ^_^
Ohh okay that makes sense. thank you!
I rarely leave reviews, but this route has motivated me to:)
Absolutely adore the Loveless route!
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*
It was very satisfying to become a queen after all that humiliation that Iolanthe was forced to suffer. It was especially gratifying to see the looks on both Leopold and Guillaume's faces when they've realized they've been outplayed by someone they deemed so 'insignificant' and 'naive', hehe.
But my favourite part of the route was Leo's romance while making poor Guillaume realize both his mistakes and feelings towards Iolanthe ( it broke my heart to string him along though 💔 even if he was so horrible at the beginning). But the divorce scene in this particular route is *chef's kiss*!
Guillaume's route was also very sweet - his innocence is so adorable♡although it was a bit disappointing not to have a kiss cg with him🥺. Also, I like the ending with him as a queen much more than in his Love route, if only just because Iolanthe seems to be his equal in everything - much like in Leo's route.
It was also interesting to learn some new details about both Leo and Gui that were not really (or at all) discussed in their respective Love routes.
Ah, it is going to be a truly sad day when you complete the game and the story of Iolanthe ends🤧. But I will be looking forward to your next projects♥
Ah, many thanks for the review and I am glad to hear you found the route enjoyable - especially getting one over on Leo and Guillaume ^_^
Oh, and there is a kiss CG with Guillaume, but it only appears if you managed to succeed with the Auguste plot. I just double checked and it should be working, but please let me know if you are still having trouble getting it to appear.
Many thanks for playing
Ohhh, yeah, I forgot I kinda failed the apple or stick plot 😳 Sorry for this confusion:)
Okay, time to go replay it again!
Thank you for this wonderful game:)