Canticle is a fantasy visual novel where you join the Lucent Priory as a new scribe, selected by the Cantor to help create the next great Incantation—a powerful tome of magic crafted by many minds working together. You'll study various scholarly fields alongside other new Brothers, helping each other adjust to priory life on Starfall Isle while contributing to this monumental magical project.
Immersive World-Building
1. The game is set in the Lucent Priory, a magical institution dedicated to creating powerful tomes of magic through collective effort
2. You play as a newly selected scribe who has been chosen from many worthy souls by the Cantor himself
3. The setting of Starfall Isle provides a mysterious and atmospheric backdrop for your studies and magical work
Character Development and Relationships
1. You'll interact with other new Brothers who join the priory, forming bonds and helping each other adjust to this new life
2. The story explores your journey from a newcomer to an integral part of the priory's magical endeavors
3. Your relationships with fellow scribes and the priory's leadership will shape your experience and growth
Magical Gameplay Mechanics
1. The core gameplay involves studying various scholarly fields to contribute to the creation of the next great Incantation
2. You'll work with skilled arcanists to craft powerful magic through collective effort and collaboration
3. The game emphasizes the theme of many minds working together to achieve something greater than any individual could accomplish alone
Narrative Depth and Progression
1. The story begins with your invitation to the priory, complete with 10 silver coins for your journey to Starfall Isle
2. You must arrive before spring begins, adding a sense of urgency and purpose to your journey
3. The narrative unfolds through your studies, interactions with other characters, and contributions to the magical tome's creation
