In the shadowed archives of Arcanum Veritas, ambitious sorceress Lyra unearths a forbidden grimoire promising dominion over hellspawn. But the ritual backfires, binding her soul not to a mindless fiend—but to Vexis, a cunning succubus queen masquerading as a subservient demon. As Lyra’s magic spirals into chaos, Vexis offers a twisted bargain: temporary power in exchange for “samples” of mortal desire. Now, Lyra must navigate a gilded prison of her own making, seducing allies and enemies alike to fuel Vexis’s schemes—all while resisting the succubus’s insidious charm. Will she reclaim her autonomy, or become the lynchpin in Vexis’s plot to mantle the throne of the Infernal Court?
Gameplay
Pact-Bound Choices
Balance short-term gains with long-term corruption. Harvest “Essence” through strategic seductions to empower spells, but each indulgence strengthens Vexis’s influence over story outcomes.
Rune Reversal Minigames
Sabotage Vexis’s control by realigning corrupted sigils mid-dialogue. Fail, and the succubus hijacks Lyra’s actions; succeed, and hidden story paths unlock.
Court Intrigue Sim
Forge alliances with demons, witches, and fallen angels at lavish infernal soirées. Trade secrets, blackmail rivals, or flirt catastrophically—every interaction risks exposing Lyra’s fraying humanity.
Features
Corruption Echo System
Lyra’s appearance and dialogue options evolve based on moral choices. Overuse demonic powers? Her voice gains a haunting reverb. Resist temptation? Scars of defiance manifest physically.
Dynamic Desire Engine
NPCs react uniquely to Lyra’s shifting aura—some become obsessive, others vengeful. A scorned lover might return as a zealot hunting “tainted” sorcerers.
Layered Unreliable Narration
Vexis’s whispers warp scene descriptions. Is that a lover’s embrace, or a soul-draining ritual? The truth shifts based on Lyra’s corruption level.
Pro Tips
Flirt with Purpose
Seduce characters who mirror Vexis’s traits (e.g., a vain noble) to harvest bonus Essence. Their flaws resonate with the succubus’s hunger.
Befriend the Betrayed
NPCs harmed by your choices may later offer redemption routes—if you aided them subtly in prior acts. Keep notes on grudges and debts.
Let Vexis Win (Sometimes)
Allowing the succubus temporary control during key scenes unlocks rare demonic spells. Just ensure your “corruption meter” stays below 75% to avoid bad endings.
