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At last, the French Translation of Mythos, Book One is available! And to celebrate, we're having a sale. You can get Mythos (in two languages, no less) for 24% off for the next nine days! My idea was to try to get the game to sell for $9.99 for 9 days because that's like... thematic. But Steam only lets me do percentage discounts, I'm bad at math, and that really only matters if you use USD for currency so... just take the discount, okay?! In addition to adding the French translation, there's been a few (minor) changes to the game itself.

• The main font has changed (the one used in menus and the main character's name). The original font didn't play well with foreign language characters, so I had to use a more "universal" font.

• The main menu screen logo is now a separate element that can change when translated. Additionally, for those who use the non-animated main menu option, there's a new image for it.

• Fixed a strange bug where the Lorebook wouldn't display correctly the first time the game was run.

• Fixed some minor typos scattered throughout the story (Sophia will now correctly wish Nelson has a good day, instead of insisting that she herself would have a good day).

• Some other various changes were made to make future translations easier, like the chat windows now being text instead of images.

• There is now 25x more werewolves (25 x 0 = 0)

I hope all you Francophones enjoy the game, and keep the legends alive! - Nine

[ 2025-07-26 18:05:24 CET ] [ Original post ]

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Hello, Mythies!

The first (of hopefully many) Mythos games has been out for about a month now, and I'm so glad to see so many of you enjoying it! While it's been a great relief to have my first volume finished and published, I haven't exactly stopped working on it, either. In fact, you're going to see the fruits of my post-release labour this Saturday!

Version 1.1.0.0 won't contain any new story content, since I'm saving all that for Book Two. Therefore, if you've finished Book One, you don't even really need to worry about the rest of this announcement.

There were various bugfixes and minor typo corrections for this new version, but the bulk of it was preparing the French translation while also laying the groundwork for future translations. A lot of images had to be reworked, the main font changed, the videos dissected, and the Lorebook... re-booked? Basically, Mythos, as it was originally published, was not very friendly to translation.

My French translator was very patient and helpful. While I can't speak to how well some of the jokes translated (I don't speak French, so I'm basically taking my translator's word for it), I have the utmost faith in their work. I've already begun talks of translating into a few other languages, but I want to make sure the French translation worked out first. If that's free and clear of issues, that means plugging in future translations will be much, much easier.

This new version will drop on Saturday, July 26th!

[ 2025-07-20 17:30:47 CET ] [ Original post ]

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Mythos, Book One - Steam Release!

The moment has come - the murder mystery modern fantasy comedy visual novel has come to Steam, and boy are my arms tired. Wait, I don't think that's how the joke goes. Ah well, let's keep going. Step into a mystical version of Baltimore, where the mysterious death of an ex-girlfriend uncovers a world of vampires, fae, mages, secret government agencies, and at least one cat you can pet.

Book One features:

• Five love interests (which you can romance some, all, or none of without affecting the story)

• A scene replay feature for the adult scenes

• At least 14 endings

• Steam Achievements, each unlocking special artwork

• Reticulated Splines

• A "Lorebook" to keep track of the information you uncover during the investigation

• "Tales from Mythos"; a collection of short stories that give more insight into the world of Mythos

• No werewolves

Get it now on Steam! Discounted for a limited time!

Mythos, Book One

[ 2025-06-17 21:50:26 CET ] [ Original post ]

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Jessica Lee: Good morning, and welcome back. Today we go back to interviewing characters from Mythos, starting with Detective Mara MacLachlan. Welcome to the show, Mara.

Mara MacLachlan: Thank you for having me, Jessica. Happy to take a break from helping Ky through their "mortal" troubles.

JL: So you're saying the main character faces some real peril, then?

MM: (Laughing) Apparently, but... there obviously can't be the death of the main character, being as they live to tell this tale. I know it sort of lowers the stakes a bit, but being as the narrator can't tell the story when they're dead...

JL: Well, I don't know about that -- have you ever seen Casino?

MM: Oh. That's a good point.

(Author's Note: Whoops. I guess I should have warned there's a Casino spoiler in here.)

JL: So the events of the game have alerted the police on a State level?

MM: In a sense, yes. Without going into too much detail, Howard County Police were the first on the scene, but due to some specific circumstances, I have to get involved.

JL: I see. And I assume you can't detail those specifics?

MM: Not if I value my life!

JL: Then let's talk more about you! Are you a supernatural creature?

MM: (Pause) Not everyone in the story is going to be some sort of monster, you know.

JL: Er, right... sorry. So you're just a regular police detective?

MM: "Regular" doesn't really sound much better. I'm a damned good detective, that's why I was promoted so young.

JL: Well, that does sound impressive. Sort of like Sherlock Holmes?

MM: "You see, but you do not observe." I wouldn't quite put myself on his level, but I notice things that probably escape others.

JL: Oh? Can you give us an example?

MM: Are you sure you really want that...?

JL: Sure! I think we'd love to see what we're in for from you in Chapter Two.

MM: You're profoundly insecure about yourself.

JL: I'm sorry...?

MM: In Western cultures, most read in their language from left to right. As such, people tend to subconsciously sweep their vision in the same way. You always make sure you're seated so that you're on the left side of the screen, so that the viewer will always notice you.

JL: Oh. Um

MM: Additionally, you make sure your outfit always sets you apart from the set. For every interview you've conducted, the set has been redesigned to that particular character's colour B's set was blue, Rain's was green, and so on. That means the subject of your interviews always sort of blends in with the set, whereas you always stand apart. Your outfits also match the colour of the character you're interviewing next, proving that you're very conscious of these colour themes.

JL: I didn't

MM: It can't be a coincidence that you're wearing an outlandishly pink suit; you try to stand out, but you haven't worn anything quite so garish. This says to me that you're possibly interviewing Becki (With An I) on your next show, but you didn't own anything sufficiently pink and this is the best you could find on short notice, since you didn't know character interviews were going to continue after mine.

JL: (Staring)

MM: But there's more to it. There's an underlying reason for you to draw attention to yourself beyond vanity and self-doubt... no, you crave affirmation in your life as a journalist, because there's some other aspect of your life you need to keep se

JL: (Cutting in, loudly) And that's all the time we have for today! Tune in next time, where I sit down with Becki (With An I) to talk about her part in Mythos!

MM: Called it!

JL: (Trying to maintain her smile) Thank you, Baltimore! This is Jessica Lee, WETT Channel 6 News, reminding you to keep the legends alive!

Stage Manager: And we're clear!

JL: I didn't need you to dissect me on the air like that.

MM: Well, you asked...

JL: You didn't have to be so brash about it... wait, do you have family in Edinburgh?

MM: Eh... Probably, with my name being as it is, but nobody I know.

[ 2025-06-14 15:20:29 CET ] [ Original post ]

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(Author's Note: Rain speaks with a "Bawlmer (Baltimore) Accent". For the uninitiated, it means she says "hon" a lot, and a "unique" pronunciation of some words - such as Tuesday being Tuesdee, iron being arn, etc - may seem like odd typos, but I assure you they are intentional. It's a sort of difficult accent to convey through typing, so I encourage you to look up videos of people speaking to get a good grasp on how Rain sounds... and what I've lived around all my life.)

Rain Sunbeam: Wow... it's so bright in here!

Jessica Lee: Yes, the lighting in here can be a little harsh if you're not used to the studios... which clearly you're not - did you come in here barefoot?

RS: (Sitting cross-legged on the couch) I try to be barefoot whenever possible, hon. It keeps me in tune wiff Gaia.

JL: Ah, right... Well, this is just going to be a standard interview

RS: Like the one wiff Tara?

JL: Oh, um... no, that one wasn't standard. More like

RS: The one wiff B?

JL: Er... Not like that, either. More like the one with Ky. Think of Ky's interview.

RS: So there won't be any innerruptions like Sophia had?

JL: No no, certainly not. Security is on high alert now. We should go undisturbed.

Stage Manager: And we're live in five... four... three...

B: (Peeks up from behind the couch. The stage manager's eyes widen.)

JL: (Not noticing) Good evening, and welcome back! We continue our series of Mythos interviews with another cast member Rain Sunbeam! Thanks for coming, Rain.

RS: Thank you, Jessica! And hello, Bawlmer!

JL: Now, you're the fifth member of the Mythos cast we've interviewed technically the sixth, if you count Ky as two people, which I'm still a bit confused about. Regardless, what can you tell us about your role in the story?

RS: (Cringing slightly, pulling her braids forward over her shoulders) Sorry, hon, felt like something was yankin' on my hair back dere.

JL: It's alright, whatever's most comfortable.

RS: That totally weird. So anyway, I've watched your other interviews every Tuesdee, hon. I come into the story wivout any connection to Ky the main character at all. I was actually Lisa's employer.

JL: For those at home who don't recall, Lisa Harrison is the victim whose murder starts off the story of Mythos.

RS: That's right. She worked part-time for me up until... well, she died.

JL: Her death was a murder, correct?

RS: Well, that's what we're trying to figure out over the course of the game. Offishly, she died of natural causes, but you know how spicious that sounds, hon? When the poh-leese can't figure it out, they just let it go like wooder under the bridge.

JL: I see. So it seems like things come together, so you join forces with the others. Like a sort of "mystery gang."

RS: Seems kinda like that, don' it? We all just know there's more about Lisa's death than anybody wants us to know.

JL: So you say you were her employer what business is it you run?

RS: Oh, it's a lil' place out by Highlandtown called Gaia's Cradle a greenhouse right on the edge of Patterson Park.

JL: I see! So you mentioned Gaia to me off-camera a little earlier; is there a significance there?

RS: (Flipping her braids back over her shoulders) Absolutely! Gaia's the spirit of the erff, who I feel a real special connection wiff.

JL: Interesting. Now, with the name of the game being Mythos, and you feeling connected to this "earth spirit," is there some deeper meaning to all that?

RS: Naw, hon! I'm just a regular gardner just tryin' to make a livin'. Ow, dangit! Somethin' back dere keeps dickin' with my hair!

JL: (Oblivious) Speaking of hair, that's an interesting style you have! Green on one side, black on the other. What made you go with that particular look.

RS: (Turning to look behind the couch) Ey! What are you doin' back dere?!

(B springs up, holding a few green and black hairs plucked from Rain's head)

B: Gottem! Now I can do a wacky Gaia ritual to make you looooove me!!!

RS: Gaia don' work that way!

JL: Security! You were supposed to keep her out of here!

B: (Running off the set with a security guard stomping after her) Fast as fast can be, you'll never catch me~!

JL: I am so sorry about that, Rain.

RS: Eh, I'm used to it, hon. I always see her 'round Gaia's Cradle takin' pixtures of me through the glass. Pretty sure she even followed me downyoshun once.

JL: And unfortunately, that's also all the time we have left for the interview. Maybe we can have you back again to talk more?

RS: We'll, uh... hafta see 'bout that, hon...

JL: Sounds good! Tune in text week for (Putting her hand to her ear) Oh... I'm sorry, I've just been informed that our interview with Monica has been cancelled.

RS: (Looks uneasy)

JL: (Listening to her earpiece for another moment) So join us next week where I'll be coming to you live from Ram's Head to cover the final round of the Battle of Baltimore Bands; Crystal Sh*t versus the Gargle Blasters! Until then, I'm Jessica Lee, WETT News, reminding you to keep the legends alive!

[ 2025-06-11 22:15:54 CET ] [ Original post ]

Jessica Lee: Just... "B"? That's not short for anything? B: Oh, it is! JL: Great! What's your full name, then? B: B-yootiful. JL: (Sigh) Right. Well, I'm glad to see you came dressed professionally, at least. B: Well, of course! I have to look my best for the interview. Stage Manager: And we're on in five... four... three... B: Why don't they ever say the last two? [img src="https://clan.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/images/45199086/75826e3a8b53b6967b5751d077c5a4996acb25b3.jpg"][/img] JL: Good even-- B: (Cutting in) Good evening, Baltimore! I'm here with our guest Jessica Lee to talk about the upcoming game, Mythos. Thanks for coming in, Jessica. JL: (Staring dumbfounded) B: (Unperturbed) Great! So, what can you tell me about your role in Mythos? JL: (Attempting to recover, putting on a far-too-wide smile) Haha... ladies and gentlemen, introducing B - one of the main cast from the upcoming game Mythos! B: "One of the main cast," she says! Girl, I am Mythos! The game wouldn't exist without me, ya know! JL: Is that so? What makes you so central to the story? B: Oh, there's so many reasons, Jessie! Can I call you Jessie? You let Tara do it. JL: I did not. B: Thanks, Jessie. So my part in Mythos? I'm the sexiest, the funniest, the smartest, the blue-est. The game's like... stupid-boring without me in it. You think people would wanna play a game with nothing but Sophia in it? She's about as interesting as wet parchment! JL: I see, but that doesn't really explain your role in the game. B: I'm gettin' there, zammit! (Looking right into the camera) Check out April O'Neil over here tryin' to be all "investigative." My role is to be what's needed, when it's needed, and where it's needed. Does Ky need some faces punched? I'll be a punch-o-matic! Set things on fire? Hooo-DOGGIE, will I set some s*** on fire! If Ky needs to know something, I'm there and I know it. JL: Well, hold on a second there, B! Sophia was on last week - as you know - and she claimed that her role in the story was to be an information dispenser. B: (Rolling her eyes) Uuuugh, Sophia. Yeah fine, I guess she does know stuff. But she'll all mysterious and obtuse about it. Nah, dawg - I just come out and say it. She's like me, but boring and without the other stuff. I'm way more shocking. JL: So, judging by last week, it looks like you and Sophia have some sort of rocky past together?

B: Dude, okay. So like I'm cool with Sophia! I really am! But like... a long-ass time ago, when we were younger, there were some cliques. You know how it goes, right? And like... the popular one in my clique did something to piss off her clique, and so she just hates me by extension. I haven't done a damned thing to her! Salty bitch. JL: So you'd say this conflict is one-sided? B: I mean... kinda. Like I don't have a problem with her, but it's really fun to mess with her too, you know? Nobody gets her upset the way I do, so I gotta take advantage of that, you know? JL: I see. Do you have any other relationships with the cast like that? B: Nah, just Sophia, really. I actually screwed around with Monica before, but she has no idea who I am. Pretty funny, really. She's even more uptight than Sophia. JL: (More interested) Monica? This is the first time any of you have really mentioned Monica, and her preview text is... well, there isn't any. How do you connect to her? B: Ah... I... wouldn't say it's a connection so much, as it's a burning need to watch her get pissed off. Let's just say she takes her job way too seriously. JL: Right; do you have a job? All the other characters seem to have some sort of employment, but it seems that you just sort of... "hang out"? B: Er... well... I guess I'm what you could call "asset rich, cash poor"... JL: So you're broke and jobless. B: Basically, yeah. But I got a bunch of cool stuff! Like this necklace. JL: ... that's my necklace! I haven't seen that since last week! B: Pretty sure it's my necklace. And hey, who's the one running this interview, anyway? JL: Me!!! B: Aw, damn, you right. JL: Make sure to give me that back after the interview. B: (Nasally voice) Absolutelyyyyyy... JL: Now, what is your relationship with the main ch-- B: Well, folks, that's all the time we have for tonight! Tune i-- JL: No! This is not your interview! You can't say when we're out of... (Looking off-camera) Oh. Oh, we are out of time? Right. B: Told ya so, bitch! JL: (Ignoring B) Tune in next week, for a hopefully more normal interview with... (Squinting at the teleprompter, then slowly looking crestfallen) ... Rain... Sunbeam... B: Whoo-hooo! Rain! She's freakin' hot. JL: I'm... sure she is. So be sure to tune in next week! I'm Jessica Lee with WETT, reminding you to keep the legends alive! Stage Manger: And we're clear! JL: Okay, give me my fucking necklace, you crazy bitch! B: Hey! Language!!! (Already running away) JL: God dammit... where is security, anyway!?! B: (Shouting as she darts out the door) Probably watching for Tara!!!

[ 2025-06-08 22:23:01 CET ] [ Original post ]

Jessica Lee: No! He really said that?! Sophia: It is true! The eulogy was actually pretty funny, at times! Stage Manager: And were live in five four three JL: Good evening, Baltimore! Tonight we continue our weekly interviews with the cast of the upcoming game Mythos. Our guest today is Miss Sophia erm S: Just Sophia is fine. Thank you for having me, Jessica Lee. I hope your time with me will be found more enjoyable than when Tara Norwood was here. JL: (Strained laughter) Oh she was a handful! But lets talk about you, Sophia! What role do you play in Mythos? S: Well, to hear others describe it, I am to be the brainy one. In short, I am present to provide crucial knowledge to others when such a time becomes pertinent. But really, I am just a normal person that works at an electronics store. JL: CyberDaze, right? Oh, yes, it says so on your shirt. S: That is correct! I decided to come in my work uniform, as that is how you will be seeing me in the game during my introductory scene. JL: I see! Now some of the other promotional art weve seen of you shows you with what appear to be glowing green eyes. Is there a story behind that? S: (Lightly laughing) They did look as if they were glowing, did they not? No, no, my eyes do not glow. It was some issues with lighting and perhaps my contact lenses. That has been corrected, as you can see! JL: We definitely can! Still lovely, of course just not so glowy. So what is your relationship to the main character? S: Well, initially I am simply an acquaintance, of sorts. The main character comes to CyberDaze often, being as they are I suppose one could call them a nerd. Tara Norwood: (Off-camera) A big ol nerd!!! JL: Why is she still here? Could someone please (There are sounds of security escorting Tara out of the studio) S: Right. Being as such, the main character found themselves in my presence often they always seem to stop by when I am working for some reason. JL: So you two never met outside of your work? No dates or anything. S: Ah dates? Why, no. I do not think well, rather I did not assume No. No, at the point of my first appearance, we have never had the pleasure of each others company outside of the store. JL: (Grinning at Sophias reaction) I see, I see. But it seems rather clear that youre one of the main cast members in Mythos, so surely you cant just stay at work the entire time, right? S: Well, of course I am not permitted to speak too much on the events, but I can assure you that I will be seen wearing something other than these clothes. JL: Naturally. So it would make sense that you are going to be assisting in the investigation of Lisa Norwoods death, right? S: Oh, I am not so much an investigator, no. I simply provide information relevant to the mystery as I find it. JL: Finding information sounds kinda like youre an investigator. S: (Sternly) No. I am not to be involved in these affairs. JL: Did your eyes just do that glowing thing again? S: (Laughing) Oh, Jessica Lee, you are so humorous at times! I was simply stating that I have a different role in the story than you may be thinking. JL: Ahem, yes. So do you have any relationships to the other characters? Did you know Lisa before her death? S: I actually was never personally acquainted with Lisa Harrison, no. But I did learn much about her! I wish I had seen some of her dancing performances while she was alive. Tara Norwood was occasionally with the main character to visit CyberDaze, but other than that I do not have any particular connection to any of the other characters. JL: Is that so? I see here that you and B- S: No connections. At all. JL: I swear I just saw your eyes- S: (Laughing again) But of course I will meet others as the story progresses. No woman is an island, as they say. JL: These interviews just get more peculiar, dont they? S: We are just having a conversation. JL: Right. Um, so the name of the game is Mythos, and the synopsis states that the main character finds themselves mired in the world of the supernatural. What role do you play in all of that? S: Well, of course theres that supernatural element. Most of the information I supply is of the mundane variety, but there may be a few instances where I am called upon to provide more esoteric knowledge. JL: Indeed. And being as this is also an adult game, are you going to be one of the potential love interests, as well? S: (Looking down) Well that is for the individual players to decide, of course. If they believe me to be appealing in such a manner. JL: Were running out of time for this interview is there any last words youd like to say to the audience, Sophia? S: Yes! When you mee-
B: IM UP NEXT, BITCHES!!! JL: Oh, what the hell S: (Visibly furious) What is that doing here? I did not agree to appear with B! B: Cmon, Sophia. You know you love me! S: I most certainly do not. Do not come near me! B: Just a lil hug, cmere!!! JL: (Shouting over the chaos) Securi (The screen cuts to a picture of a Maryland Blue Crab holding up a sign that states WETT is having technical difficulties!, before cutting to a commercial of a group of ladies talking about their bowel movements while eating yoghurt.)

[ 2025-06-01 22:26:13 CET ] [ Original post ]

Jessica Lee: Please don't put your feet up on there... Tara Norwood: Why? You told me to make myself comfortable. Yer lucky I left my boots on! JL: But that's not wh-- Stage Manager: Jessica! We're live! JL: (Pauses, then puts a brightly smiling face) Good evening! I'm Jessica Lee, sitting down with another of the characters from Mythos - Miss Tara Norwood! Thanks for coming by, Tara. TN: Thanks fer havin' me, Jessie! JL: Haha, that's Jessica, please. So who are you in the story of Mythos? TN: Well, Jessie, I'm actually the best friend of Ky - the main character. Me an' them's been friends since we was real young, 'bout 8 or 9 years old, I reckon. JL: It's Jessica. So you've been friends with Ky basically all your lives. The catalyst that begins the story is the death of Lisa Harrison, Ky's ex-girlfriend. Were you and Lisa close? TN: With Lisa? I mean... listen, Jessie-- JL: Jessica. TN: (Without even pausing) -- I honestly barely knew 'er. While Ky and I were friends fer 'bout fifteen years or so, I can't say we was always best friends. Up through middle school we was like a pair o' pigs in s***, happy as can be. When we got to high school though, things kinda changed fer us. I took an interest in athletic stuff, and Ky turned into one o' them emo drama nerds. They was always doin' weird things, like rollin' all them funny-shaped dice an' playin' their online games. We didn't hate each other or nothin', we was just mostly movin' in different circles. JL: I see, and that's when Ky and Lisa met? TN: Yes ma'am! There was dancin' in them plays Ky was in sometimes, an' Lisa was the dance team captain. She'd help 'em with their fancy stage dancin' and I reckon them two just hit it off. Dated fer years outta high school 'fore they split. JL: Was the breakup hard on Ky? TN: HAH! You said "hard on!" JL: (Forces a smile, but stays silent) TN: But naw, Ky an' Lisa felt they was driftin' apart when Ky dropped outta college an' Lisa was livin' on campus up in Towson. It was only 'bout a 20 minute drive... well, about a 3 hour drive on Fridays... but with Lisa's schoolin' added to that, they just kinda decided to do their own thing. Or I guess Lisa probably doin' someone else. JL: You sounded a little scornful there, Tara - is that a little jealousy? TN: F*** no! JL: (Forced laughter) Whoa, you're definitely Ky's friend, talking like that, but try to keep it PG - we're live. TN: Shucks, sorry Jessie... JL: Jessica! TN: (Smirking and obviously enjoying herself) Naw, I'm Tara - I think we went over this. JL: (Obviously not enjoying herself) Right. So you and Ky became close again after they broke up with Lisa? TN: Yep! I ain't never bothered goin' to college, an' without Lisa takin' up all of Ky's time we could hang out again. JL: So you feel like Lisa was monopolizing on Ky's time, perhaps keeping you away? TN: (Pause) ... I reckon I don't like where yer goin' with that thinkin', Jessie. JL: O-oh. I was only aski-- TN: (Coldly, her eyes suddenly hard) You just gon' just keep askin' me 'bout Lisa? JL: (Swallows) Ah, no... no no... (Glancing nervously to the teleprompter) Right, so outside of your relationship with Ky, what can you tell us about yourself? TN: (Suddenly all smiles again) Well, before I came into Ky's life an' made it a million times better, I was actually livin' on my parents' farm out west in Hampstead. My folks sent me here to Baltimore to live with my grandparents when I was a kid, an' that's how I met Ky. Nowadays I'm a cashier at the Endrox station out in Ellicott City. JL: Ah, alright. Looks like we're coming up against a break, Tara. Is there anything else you would like to say to the players at home before we wrap up? TN: Hmm... I reckon if I had to say one thing, it'd be this: Don't assume you know how anythin' works goin' into this. Our world ain't yours. JL: Alright! Thanks for your time, Tara... TN: Aw, no problem, Jessie! I'd be happy to stop by again! JL: Oooh, haha... that... that definitely won't be necessary. (Looking to the camera) That's all for tonight. Tune in next week when we have Sophia joining us! From WETT Baltimore - I'm Jessica Lee with Nine of Swords Studios. Until next time, keep the legends alive! Stage Manager: All clear! JL: Ugh. Someone bring a drink to my dressing room.

[ 2025-05-30 01:46:24 CET ] [ Original post ]

The following is the first in a series of interviews of the Mythos cast, giving you an idea of the personalities and motivations of the characters in the world. Think of these as a sort of "behind the scenes" glimpse into Mythos, where the characters can talk about their role in the game. Without further ado, I'll pass this along to Jessica Lee!
Jessica Lee: Good evening! I'm Jessica Lee, and here with me are the main characters from the upcoming game Mythos. Or... rather... I guess only one of you is the main character? How does this work? Ky: Thanks, Jessica. So at the very start of the game, the player chooses which of us they want to play through the game as - male or female. Then they can choose my first name and my nickname - if they go with the default, no matter my gender, my nickname will be "Ky". JL: Did you both... just speak at once...? Ky: No, just me. JL: (Clearly unnerved) Alright... so what can you tell our viewers at home about yourself? Ky: Honestly, my life is pretty boring at the start of the game. I'm working as an IT rep for a local insurance company, just kinda muddling my way through life, when I find out my ex-girlfriend died. JL: That's Lisa Harrison, right? Ky: Yeah, Lisa. She was great, and we parted on... I guess good terms? But it's not like we really stayed friends after that. We sorta drifted apart. I found out about her death when I stumbled upon a friend's post on social media. JL: Social media? Do you mean Tw Ky: Just social media. Nine doesn't want the Muskrat to sue. JL: Right, right. So you discover Lisa's passing - what next? Ky: Well, it's a weird feeling, you know? Even though we hadn't talked in years, she was still a pretty big part of my life, y'know? Plus, Lisa was healthy. Like even without keeping in direct touch, I saw she still was a dancer in her off-time and just kept in good shape. I wanted to know how she died, but it's really uncomfortable to just like... ask someone out of the blue "hey, I know we haven't talked in a while, but... how did Lisa die?" So with all that, I decided to go to her funeral to see if maybe I could learn about what I'd missed in the last few years of her life. JL: I see. Now it says here that this string of events has you "find yourself fumbling through the hidden society of supernatural beings that lurk in plain sight" Can you elaborate on how that comes to pass? Ky: Haha, well obviously I can't give away too much, or I'll spoil the game. But let's say that, starting with the funeral and some chance encounters I run into right after it, I start digging into what could have caused Lisa's death, because like... nobody actually seems to know. She's just dead. Before long, I somehow find myself being an investigator, and sticking my nose into places I probably shouldn't. JL: So you sorta play detective? Ky: Well, yeah! The stuff that the crew and I start to uncover are things you really can't go to the cops with. Supernatural stuff. JL: Sounds spooky! Are there going to be horror elements involved? Ky: Believe it or not, no! It's a game about a murder with supernatural terrors all about, but it's really just a mystery-comedy. Like if you've ever seen films like "Murder by Death," "Clue," or "Knives Out," you're probably on the right track. It's like that, but with sorcerers and s***. JL: Whoa! Hahah... language, Ky! Ky: Oops, f***, I'm sorry! AH! S***, I did it again. JL: Well! That's all the time we have for today, folks. Join us next time when we have an interview with Tara Norwood! Ky: Oh, god, you'd better have a drink beforehand. That bi(Microphone cuts off) JL: Thanks for watching! I'm Jessica Lee with Nine of Swords Studios. Until next time, keep the legends alive!

[ 2025-05-22 21:39:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hello, Steam Folks! It's Nine, again. ... Well, who else would it be? With Mythos, Book One going through the final approval for Steam (that means a release date is gonna be posted super soon!), I decided to wet y'all's whistles with some more juicy previews about what to expect in my weird world. Today we're going to meet the "main cast" of Mythos. Each of these characters can not only be beneficial to your investigation, but they are also all suspects! Who do you trust...? [hr][/hr]
[h2=Nelson]"Nelson"

The Main Character

The game is told from the perspective of Kylie or Kyle Nelson (aka - Ky), depending on which gender you pick (and you can change their first name). For the purposes of the story and your romance options, there is no difference in which you choose to play as. A bit of a nerd, Ky was a theatre kid back in high school, as well as a gamer. Lisa Harrison and Ky began dating as teenagers, and it seemed very likely the two were going to be married. Despite all that, Lisa very unexpectedly broke things off, and the two havent spoken since. Ky hasn't dated anybody else after breaking up with Lisa Harrison two years ago. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Lisa]Lisa Harrison

The Victim

After college, Lisa worked as a paralegal. She enjoyed dancing all through her childhood, and continued to pursue that as a hobby into her twenties, until her death. Being as she was dead at that point, she did not continue to dance, as that no longer fit into her lifestyle. Or would it be deathstyle? Regardless, shes dead, now. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Tara]Tara Norwood

The Best Friend

At a very young age, Tara was sent to live with her grandmother near Baltimore, which is when she met Ky. The two became best friends and mostly stayed that way ever since. Tara didnt seem to get along with Lisa, which caused her friendship with Ky to become somewhat strained. However, after the breakup, Tara was quickly back at Kys side for support through that troubling time. Despite not having lived in the country (her parents farm) for twenty years, Tara still has a rough-and-tumble farm girl attitude, and an accent that sounds rather out of place for the Baltimore area. Unlike Lisa, Tara is not dead. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Sophia]Sophia

The Brains

More of a friendly acquaintance to Ky than an actual friend, Sophia is a ridiculously knowledgeable employee at CyberDaze. Her knowledge goes well beyond the electronics she sells, seeming to know everything about everything. She also has the strange quirk of always referring to people by their whole names (first and last), as well as never using contractions. Sophia has always been eager to help out Ky whenever they crossed paths, so perhaps shell be useful in figuring out Lisas cause of death (because Lisa is dead). [hr][/hr]
[h2=B]B

The Hacker

More than just a single letter, B is the chaotic techie that seems to come and go at lightning speed. Shes quick-witted, impulsive, and usually hungry. Other than that, nobody seems to know where she came from, where she lives, or why shes so tall. She seems interested in Lisa Harrisons death, and thus has become entangled with the rest of the crew. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Rain]Rain Sunbeam

The Hippie

Rain is a stereotypical hippie - quite literally. Her name, her clothing, and her demeanor all seem to be almost a parody of what a hippie would be, except for perhaps her thick Baltimore (Balmer) accent. She owns a greenhouse in Highlandtown, which most definitely does not grow weed. Lisa (the dead one) seems to have some personal connection to Rain, which may be key in solving the case. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Mara]Mara MacLachlan

The Cop

The death of Lisa Harrison (who is dead) wasnt ruled a homicide, so one would think the police wouldnt get involved. Detective MacLachlan unfortunately gets swept up into the mix for completely different reasons. Is she someone who will help the investigation or hinder it? [hr][/hr]
[h2=Monica]Monica Schwartz

The Spy

The Bureau is a mysterious agency that seems to be focused on dealing with the supernatural, and its likely that this is the organization that Monica Schwartz works for. Nothing is known about her, other than her apparent intolerant behavior and her arsenal of high-tech weapons that look straight out of science fiction. She is also alive (unlike Lisa). [hr][/hr]
[h2=Becki]Becki (With an I)

The Influencer

Another of the group that grew up with Ky, Rebecca Davenport seemed to be on bad terms with both Tara and Lisa (currently dead). Despite that, Becky (as she was known at the time) never seemed to show any particular hostility toward Ky. In the time since high school, Rebecca now goes by Becki (With an I), and has become a wildly popular influencer online - so much so that she and her mother now live in an upscale gated community outside of Baltimore. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Sylvia]Sylvia DuBois

The Socialite

Sylvia is the chairperson of a nonprofit organization known as the Fame and Nature Group, which focuses on the preservation and restoration of historical and culturally significant sites. She is affluent and well-connected, with wealthy elites often making appearances at her fundraising events. Her connection to the super-dead Lisa remains a mystery unto itself. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Aiden]Aiden Drest

The Edgelord

The excessively broody and pointlessly morose Aiden Drest is, surprisingly, always seen in the orbit of Sylvia DuBois. While the two couldnt be more opposite from each other, with Aiden being so gruff and Sylvia being so urbane, they seem to have formed an inseparable bond. While Sylvia had a strange connection to Lisa (the dead one), Aiden kept his distance from the girl. [hr][/hr]
[h2=Cecil]Cecil Turner

The Dotard

The mortal world has largely forgotten about Cecil Turner, a World War 2 veteran - but hes very important amongst supernatural circles. Cecil is the head of the organization knowns as The Convocation, an alliance of magic users headquartered in Baltimore. Perhaps due to his advanced age, Cecil seems rather scatterbrained, but generally seen as a kindly old man that probably keeps butterscotch candies in his pocket. Ostensibly, nothing mystical happens in the region that doesnt catch Cecils notice. So how does he fit in with the murder of Lisa Harrison (which resulted in her death). [hr][/hr]
[h2=Desmond]Desmond Medraut

The Curmudgeon

Along with Cecil, Desmond is also part of the leadership of the Convocation. While Cecil is the friendlier face of the group, Desmond is the grumpy one; often the enforcer. Its unclear if Desmond will be of much assistance, being as he seems to dislike pretty much everybody. Did his dislike extend to Lisa - possibly to the point where he would kill her to death? [hr][/hr]
[h2=Rami]Rami

The Rock Star

The Baltimore music scene is pretty familiar with the local band currently known as Area 42. Rami is the leader and thunderous drummer of the all-girl rock band. She has no connections to Ky, isnt part of the Convocation, isnt dead like Lisa, and certainly isnt a cop or secret agent. How did she get involved in all this? [hr][/hr]
[h2=Rin]Rin

The Groupie

If Ramis connection to the case is strange, Rins is even more so. Rin is, simply put, a groupie of Ramis. She is always seen wherever Area 42 is playing, but she also has an uncanny habit of lurking about the fringes of events in the area. She has a part to play in the mystery, for sure - but what is it? Oh, and Lisa is dead. I think I forgot to mention that. [hr][/hr] Naturally, there's quite a few side characters you'll meet along the way. An over-eager apprentice mage, a completely inconsequential waitress, a pair of friendly dogs, and a possibly friendly cat. I look forward to you meeting every one of these characters, and agonizing over which one of them to call out as a murderer. Keep the legends alive! - Nine

[ 2025-04-11 21:10:42 CET ] [ Original post ]

Ahoy-hoy, Mythies! My beta testers (or "Testies", as I like to call them) are combing over every last detail of the final build of Book One. This is an exciting time! That also means the full release of the game is imminent. Of course I'm not giving a concrete release date just yet, as I want to be damned sure that the final product is completely and utterly finished before I tell you the exact day you can get it - otherwise I'm just jinxing myself and setting everyone up for disappointment. But don't fret! You can get a sneak preview of this game right heckin' now (pardon my language) by downloading the Mythos, Book One demo! While the final game will have five whole chapters, this demo will take you about 63.33% (repeating of course) through the first chapter. Just long enough to give you a morsel of information about the world you'll be jumping in to. Don't forget to Wishlist if you haven't, yet! That will help me out immensely, and make it so much easier for me to make more games for you in the future. Keep the legends alive! - Nine

[ 2025-03-06 22:40:50 CET ] [ Original post ]

You've seen the page. You've looked at the screenshots. You may have even taken a sip of a nearby beverage. But the burning question still remains...

What is Mythos?

The easiest starting point for understanding what Mythos is would be a simple definition: Mythos is a "modern fantasy" setting that reflects a world similar to our own. However, in the world of Mythos, the standard fantasy tropes don't necessarily reflect what you've always been led to believe. Vampires can be out during the day, and are probably not interested in your blood. Demons may be helpful, angels may be deceptive, and mages may use shotguns instead of staves. Werewolves? Werewolves don't exist. Unlike most "modern fantasy" out there, Mythos is a comedy. While this whole thing starts with a murder mystery, the tone is not one of oppressive darkness or creeping horror. The "murder comedy" feeling takes cues from classic films like "Clue" or "Murder by Death". The overall setting could be described as "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Dresden Files".

Why is this "Book One"?

This game here is your primer to the larger world. By itself, it's the story of a murder being solved by someone who is only just learning about all the weird magical stuff in the world, but the solving of this murder is the catalyst to much, much larger events. Book One takes place in a world that could be our own, but the paradigm will have shifted considerably by the time it's all over.

But there's adult content?

if you want there to be! Okay, that was a cheeky answer, let me try that again. Mythos has sex scenes. Explicit sex scenes. However, none of them are integral to the overall story. If you want to reject every character's romantic advances, you can do so and still enjoy the world to the fullest. If you want to pursue romances, but not see the intimate naked times that come with it, there's a toggle to make it all "safe for work" (though I can't be held responsible if you get in trouble for playing Mythos at work). Sex isn't the focus of Mythos, but it's the sticky icing on the lore cake I've baked for you.

So who are you, then?

I'm the single person behind the making of Mythos. I'm the author, graphic designer, music-maker (except for one song that I licensed), coder, and now the promoter, I guess! Officially, I'm "Nine of Swords", but you can call me "Nine". I do all this myself, with the support of my wife Morgana and advice from a bunch of other adult indie game devs that seem to like me for some reason.

When can I play this game?

Very soon! I'm writing this little intro up so you all can see that Mythos is really a thing that's happening. My beta testers are going over the final build as we speak, and I'm going to put up a demo version in the near future so that you can see what you're getting in to.

And there will be more games?

I have plans to basically keep doing Mythos content until I die. I have many stories planned in the setting, as well as ideas for novels (which this whole thing started out as) and even a tabletop RPG. It all basically depends on the interest of the players. Feel free to post questions, comments, ideas, or recipes in the community hub and I'll be lurking around there with answers or at least stupid responses. Until then, keep the legends alive! - Nine

[ 2025-02-08 23:05:09 CET ] [ Original post ]