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Being forced to slow down like this is really making me realize and appreciate all over again how brilliant Wilde is.  Algernon is so unfailingly irreverent—what a pompous, narcissistic, lovable fop.  💙💙

Oh, this is a great idea! I think short poems may also work! 

A good compromise, I think, and a fun way to read some classics in the public domain. Also a play I love, so that's exciting! I imagine that breaking the scenes up in a way that does not feel too choppy over a longish period of time,  since it was meant to be experienced all in one go, may turn out to be the biggest challenge . But a(this) play does have the benefit of being naturally split into scenes. ☺️

The Topaz Club has come so far since it was first established! They keep proving their incredible worth to both Royal City and now even Leoda's people 🥺

I hope someone offers that judge a drink, catching strays from their colleagues. That was an exciting conclusion, to think that we've just witnessed the birth of a new yearly tradition 💕

Agreed, it's a good balance that gives the world just enough texture not to make it feel completely idyllic and add relatable stakes, but without verging into depressing and inviting too much serious scrutiny. So it remains light-hearted.

That was a creative finale, didn't expect it to be a scam, haha. Wonder if they're going to develop some tool or method to counter this sort of thing! 

It's a small thing yet quite fun to see the Daily Spell itself mentioned in one of the articles, as a paper with offices and all that entails! 

Congratulations on reaching day 100, that's incredible! And such a cute little touch, to incorporate it in the day's story. I hope you were able to take a moment for yourself, to celebrate! 🥰

Well, today's article explained much. 👀

> It's sure to be more complex and interesting than any little stage show, I can assure you of that.”

Prince Wolfgang has woken up and chosen fighting words today! Is it to misdirect or shall he be labelled as an enemy of the arts?? 🗡️

> experts say recent advances in divination spells based on arcane traces will yield a conclusive location where the spell was written

That was a nice, super tiny continuity detail. Generic enough not to alienate newcomers, but rewarding for those who have been following the past arcs 🤗

Fun read, I enjoyed learning about the thought process behind the game's design and also getting some recommendations as a bonus! While having an overarching narrative may work against the interests of an extra, extra casual audience, I think it fills a relatively uncrowded niche in the crowded puzzle space for people who are looking for that little bit more, which makes it special. The story and setting definitely create investment/attachment, which cannot as easily be replaced by a similar (mechanics-wise) game. It has a strong identity. The weekly arcs and generous hint system also feel like a fair compromise, I think. 🤗

Merry day to everyone! Somehow I had missed that the Lord's love interest was the gardener, I went back to reread that part and love it. May they enjoy many post-party, quiet retreats in their floating greenhouse 💕

Just found this game and binged it, what an absolute gem! I found the tutorial pretty intuitive and I adore the worldbuilding you've been doing, I'm looking forward to this becoming a tiny, bright spot in my daily routine. ☺️ If I may make a suggestion—I would consider also adding a second link in the tutorial window to the very first puzzle, so it can be picked immediately by those who want to experience the whole thing chronologically. Though it's not a big deal at all, as it's just a couple of clicks away via the archive.