Heralds of the Avirentes is a unique visual novel experience, which brings you into the “Crystal punk” fantasy setting, where the world of Nanraas exists in the parallel universe unseen to mere humans. It is inhabited by the race of sentient dragon-like beings – the om’veri. They have their own culture, language and long history filled with exciting yet dramatic events that led to long-lasting, violent, and exhausting world-wide military clash known as the “Unification wars”. After the decades of darkness and slaughter, the long-awaited fragile peace has finally descended upon the lands of Nanraas. The nature and the om’veri race have been slowly recovering after the age of ruin and devastation brought by the reckless warlords and blind ambition, however, another great mysterious disaster is yet to be unfold… Young cheerful and ever-curious om’verai Azaries is preparing for her pilgrimage to the new mysterious adult life – together with her loyal friends, they are going to visit the scientific and cultural capital of the om’veri to choose their future careers. Everything was going according to the plan until the vortex of mysterious events has forged another destiny for Azaries and her companions – now the fate of the entire worlds depends on her!
1) Cute and kind main character – Azaries Amnera. Or, perhaps, she is not what she seems… Each and every decision made throughout the game impacts Azaries both physically and mentally, as well as her friends and the characters she meets during her travels. Heralds of the Avirentes is a choice-based novel, thus it’s up to player to decide the fate of the world. Moreover, unique player’s style can unlock new benefits and handicaps by sticking to whether “dark” or “light” side of character’s moral doctrine. Nevertheless, being too kind or applying excessive violence might not always be the best option. Try all the available roles!
2) Main story is a breathtaking refined adventure experience filled with carefully crafted dialogs and unique gameplay features. Dive into the grim atmosphere of upcoming natural disaster that can wipe out the entire life on the planet! However, the majority of ignorant fools believes it only being a fairy tale that scares young hatchlings, Avirentes is closer and closer with each step our heroine makes! Mysterious stranger Akhellis inspires Azaries to investigate the deep changes of the surrounding world in order to find answers. Moreover, she keeps countless secrets, including the mystery of Azaries’ violet eyes. Why can she control ancient powerful mechanisms? Will she be able to stop the future catastrophe? Why does every single animal become aggressive and extremely dangerous? Only you, as a player, can find answers!
3) Game features unique setting of the om’veri world! Explore Nanraas and uncover the hidden mysteries of this ancient race! Roam the trails of the wilderness, fly in the skies, enter ancient temples and forgotten shrines! Fight for your own future!
4) Experience the breathtaking highly detailed and totally unique art style of the in-game content! Fabulous backgrounds and high-quality top-notch 4k sprites will make you spend hours in Nanraas exploring breathtaking views and realistic character models!
5) Solid and well-adjusted turn-based jRPG-like combat system brings the exquisite new dimension and strategic flavor to the canvas of visual novel. Also, it brings multiple options of how to handle your foe as well as the chance to bring down the most dangerous creatures of Nanraas for good! Explore the vast arsenal of your characters as well as their unique combat styles and arts of battle. Knowledge is the key to victory!
6) Monetary system that features several major currencies. You can both buy items and upgrades for the main character as well as purchase presents for her friends! Azaries can spend money just to entertain herself or invite her buds to a cafe for chitchat! Sometimes you can even donate some coins to the NPCs, which might result in pleasant surprises in the future.
7) A good VN is never limited by the main story only. Dozens of exciting substories are scattered all over Nanraas and are waiting for Azaries and her lot to explore them! Even the most innocent of the requests can turn out to be a grand adventure for a couple of hours with proper intrigues, mysteries, and investigations!
8) Social component which includes reputation and characters’ affection. Azaries can gain the reputation by completing local requests and substories. The level of affection depends on the playstyle and Azaries’ karma – some NPCs prefer kind softies while the others are ready to deal with coldblooded murderers. Each city, town, and village houses tons of fun and dramatic events! Find them all!
9) Friendship! Loyal and motivated friends can give you an upper hand all over the tide of battle! Charming Gherstie Mevela, reliable Alveces, mysterious Achellis… Once their affection is high enough, you’ll get the most powerful argument in beetles during your adventures!
DEMO version of the game will let you play throughout the prologue and traverse the town of High Circles afterwards to get acquainted with the world of the om’veri. It includes:
• Up to 7 hours* of the main story (Prologue, the beginning of Chapter 1 with the possibility to traverse the town of High Circles at your own pace)
• All three classes of the main character Azaries will be available for you to choose, try them out and compare. Also, each of the classes includes unique skills, abilities, interactions with NPCs, class-exclusive substories and plot-twists.
• Several story-related battles with unique enemies.
• Stunning artwork and unique world to explore!
*Reference playthrough duration is based on the results of gameplay testers’ experience. Real playthrough duration is based on each player’s unique playstyle and may vary.