Re: [ScaleGarden] Rhode's Fortress
Well, I finished it too. I really liked the story. It had a lot of good elements to it. I'm not sure how many actually bother to read the story, or follow what's happening behind the scenes, but... from what I picked up of it, it's pretty engrossing, what she goes through.
I really liked all the bits when she was with the Groping Guy (baldy), when they flirted with each other in the underground dungeon. Especially when he wanted to go out and show Alfred them both embracing and her with the top unbuttoned. Pretty neat.
There were a lot of good moments though. It was well written and a pretty good story to hang events off. It was different than the previous games, but I like it just as much. I played it from start to finish, without trying the demo, so I didn't notice the shortness of it at all. It seemed a reasonable length. The combat was fun too, if a little basic.
The only thing I'm a little disappointed in is the after story. Or the lack of one. Sure, you get to see snippets of what happens to the three main love interests, but what there is of that... leaves a bit to be desired. I liked Albert's show of affection for the red haired woman (the captive maid). But Groper's out. And Dean isn't really much at all. So... it's open. I get the impression that she resets back to the first day, when she was virginal. And... really that's not how the story should end. Really... needs a fanfic written of what comes next.
Anyway... it's a good game. Mostly for the story, but also the CGs. His art has definitely improved. Oh! And I think the ending of this was actually better than how the last game ended. That one really seemed rushed, like he didn't know how to end it. This one... it felt a lot better, if left completely open as to what actually happens to her. My guess... she'd be recalled to the capital and married off.
This time, probably with a better selection of potential partners to choose from, since the cult is finished. Such is royal life! Story complete!
But... I like to think of her staying on at the fort and running away with someone. Like most of his games, it could be interesting to have a sequel to this story, set in the capital and stuff. But, that's not likely not to happen. Another two years?!
I remember when he wanted to produce two games this time, with a shorter time frame. And then the delays happened... I'm glad it came out though. And I was impressed with the story. I like it, the things that happened, the composition. I sits well with me, like all the other games he's made. I look forward to what he comes up with next. ANOTHER TWO YEARS!!
