It seems I have regained my love for IF's after reading this one (as I typically avoid WiPs for fear of discontinuation). The characters have captured my attention and I actually care about what happens to them. The parents are so endearing, I particularly like the dynamic that you set up for them. ALSO YES, finally, gay dads. I would die for them.
The RO's typically bore me in other books, but you managed to make my cold frigid heart FEEL with this one. I love the background that you gave them, it got me emotionally invested. I know we haven't been introduced to the rest, but as it stands, I would also die for Zahn and Oswin.
The story itself is interesting, though I'm not gonna lie it reminds me a little bit of 13Leagues' ToA, which is also another IF that I absolutely adore (with the similar theme of the MC's death-curse and the involvement of gods). I absolutely love your writing and your work is at my "most awaited" list. Thank you so much for creating this world and sharing it to the rest of us. It has been a joy.
May Shadow live on in your work, I would like to see more of the little guy in the story. I hope things are well!