The Automaton of Second London
<p class="bb_paragraph" >Arabella Harlow is a governess seeking new employment in the city of Second London one Halloween season. Her paths cross with an eccentric alchemist-inventor, who introduces her to his myriad of creations. One particular automaton is Jack, a humanoid construct with ruby-red eyes and intellect on par with a human's. But Jack cannot speak - not verbally. So Arabella is hired on to teach him how to communicate through alternate methods.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >As they grow in their relationship - are they colleagues? are they comrades? are they confidantes? Arabella herself is not quite sure. - a series of tragic, dramatic events culminate in a murder. Secrets lurk in the city of Second London...secrets that may put Arabella's life in danger...</p><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >A Victorian-inspired fantasy visual novel from the creator of <i>Clash: Robot Detective</i></p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Play as Arabella Harlow in this robo-otome</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Build your relationship with Jack - be distant, be friendly, or even become emotionally attached</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Mystery and horror elements fit in with the gloomy Halloween season</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Sketchy sprites against dark backgrounds create an interesting appearance</p></li></ul><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong><u>DEVELOPER'S NOTE:</u></strong> this visual novel was made in a month for a competitive game jam. It is not what one would call the most polished experience and it is most likely not going to receive any updates. I am focusing my efforts on fulfilling a childhood dream by expanding this basic story into a fantasy novel. By purchasing this visual novel, you will be helping me by supporting my efforts to write and publish a full-length book! And so, thanks in advance!</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><span class="bb_img_ctn"><img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3312820/extras/a65e6bbd4ee88867a7a527492c1ad72b.avif?t=1731622650" width=236 height=184 /></span></p>
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