◆ About the Game: A coming-of-age tale of a girl bound by fate Years after the revolution, the newly founded nation of Kikoku —born from the ruins of a fallen dynasty—remains mired in unrest. At the center of the chaos lurks Hiseido , a secret organization operating from deep within the imperial capital. From intelligence gathering to assassination, Hiseido manipulates the fate of the nation from the shadows. Into this hidden world steps Takekosen , a girl who chooses to walk the path of darkness. She must overcome her final trial—and inherit the name of Hisei . ◆ Story Structure This chapter serves as the p rologue to the full-length story of The Dagger of Hisei . It does not yet reveal the story’s ultimate conclusion. If you're hoping for a complete ending, please note: this installment introduces the world and its main characters—the journey is only just beginning. ◆ Game Features Chapter One marks the official beginning of The Dagger of Hisei , depicting the pivotal moment when Takekosen awakens to her fate as a Hisei . Fully Voiced (Japanese) All major characters are fully voiced to enhance immersion. Experience emotional nuance and tense, dramatic dialogue brought vividly to life. Original Soundtrack The entire soundtrack was composed to fit the game’s unique setting, including a main theme song that captures the heart of the story. Estimated Playtime: ~90 minutes Though short in length, this tightly crafted prologue delivers a rich visual novel experience that blends Eastern fantasy, political intrigue, and trials of fate. ◆ Development Approach This visual novel was independently developed by a small team. The story will be released in chapters over time. Each chapter offers a self-contained experience while also contributing to a larger, overarching narrative. ◆ Use of Assets All background images and some illustrations and visual assets were generated and refined using AI-assisted tools. All final visuals and scene compositions were completed under human supervision and creative direction. If you have concerns about this production method, please take note before playing. ◆ Future Chapters Future chapters are planned for release as paid DLC. Her journey is only just beginning. ◆ Main Characters Takekosen CV: Minamo Aoto The Successor-to-Be An orphan taken in by Hiseido after the revolution, now standing at the threshold of her final trial—to earn the name of Hisei. Hagun CV: Ryuta Date The Blade in Shadow A silent assassin feared as the “Demon Blade,” he once served with merciless precision—but now watches over Takekosen’s awakening as her mentor. Doushu CV: Toshinari Taga The Watcher Above All Hisei Leader of Hiseido and guardian of its secrets, he guides Hagun and Takekosen with quiet authority—seeking the one worthy to inherit the name of Hisei. Hakuin CV: Sou Katatsuka The Quiet Strength A seasoned Doushi and Hagun’s trusted right hand, he bridges people with calm words and steady resolve—even as the shadows of Kyojo grow deeper. Enji CV: Shiro Yukino The Girl from the Undercity A mysterious child found in the slums of Kyojo, her fragile presence stirs memories of the past Takekosen tried to forget—pain shadowed by a faint, fragile hope. Mankyu CV: Ryo Ishitaki The Old Hand of Tenkyuuban A veteran gang boss surviving in Kyojo, he holds his crew together with laughter and curses—living by pride alone in a city that has long forgotten his kind. ◆ Other Main Cast Koujin CV: Takayuki Ito (UMEX) Chouchiso CV: Shin Shinohara (UMEX) Shikuu CV: Yuka Suzuki (UMEX) Sekishokai (Youth) CV: Alvin Kinoshita ◆ Staff Title Logo: Yuna Matsushita Original Concept: Migeru Script: Tomoko Watanabe Character Design & Artwork: Hisei Shiki BGM: Ichiko Sound: — UI Design: Hanasakuno Programming & QA: Migeru Special Thanks: Kaori Yanagibashi Production: Sword of Dew Studio ◆ Theme Song Title: Tobikakeru (天翔る) — Soaring Beyond the Heavens Lyrics & Composition: Ichiko Vocals: Ichiko Artist Name: tamayura
