Philomela: Bird in the Faded Labyrinth is a visual novel where you advance the story by making choices that appear throughout the game. Every decision the judge makes—faced with lies in the courtroom and the hidden truths behind anonymous letters—is yours alone. Talk with witnesses, the prosecution, and your colleagues. Read the letters that keep arriving. Piece together what really happened behind the case. You can also control the protagonist and explore Palermo freely—walk through the solemn courthouse, step into noble mansions, and wander the city streets. Search for clues in different corners, and let the truth come to light. Depending on your choices, the story may lead to unexpected endings. *This is a work of fiction. *Estimated playtime: around 1.5 to 2 hours. ＜Story＞ Palermo, the late 19th century. As a respected judge, you have always believed in the law's justice and your family's honor. In this city, the sound of the gavel is the symbol of order. Then one day, an unsigned letter appears on your strictly confidential desk. It not only reveals hidden circumstances of a case—it predicts, word for word, the lies a witness is about to testify in court. In the solemn courtroom, every testimony, every police report, even the atmosphere… all of it unfolds exactly as the letter said it would. Faced with a flawless performance, do you ignore the truth and play along with the hypocrisy? Or do you become a voiceless bird trapped in a labyrinth of power? In this courtroom of decency and lies, the true trial has only just begun. ＜Characters＞ Ivan Born into a prestigious family, he serves as a judge in the Palermo High Court. He firmly believes in the justice of the system he belongs to, and sees maintaining the city's order as his duty. That is, until a series of anonymous letters shatters his peaceful daily life completely. ＜Gameplay＞ Dialogue Talk with witnesses, the prosecution, your colleagues, and everyone you meet. Every conversation may reveal new clues or change how others see you. Your tone and words in these exchanges can quietly influence the direction of the story. Labyrinth You can control the protagonist and explore Palermo freely. Walk through the solemn courthouse, step into noble mansions, and wander the city streets. Search for clues in different corners, and let the truth come to light.
