Fun, clever idea. Can’t believe you did that in two hours in collaboration!
spoilery talk
Really clever subtle messaging with the text formatting. And I really appreciate the use of “special FX” (the fade into death).I also love the different ways the Guest reappears to you, and the ways they become more sinister.
And the use of “It” is a subtle and brilliant way of keeping us unsure of this thing we’re dealing with.
Also, Aster, I happened to watch your NarraScope 2023 talk on thematic puzzle design recently, because I’m trying my hand at IF puzzles (not in my current Petite Mort entry, but otherwise). Your talk was extremely helpful! I love “Erstwhile,” and your other examples were well-chosen. So thank you for that as well.