"The Pitch"
Added 2015-09-08 04:13:25 +0000 UTCAka How one man convinced one woman to let him make hentai games!
So a few people commented on the mother-in-law statement, and I figured it would be kind of fun to just write a brief little skit of how the revealing of my desire to make hentai games to my wife went down. You may perhaps see where Bogwort’s personality comes from! Honestly, I’m not really sure why she puts up with my shenanigans…
*Flips open the book, clears his throat and does his best Morgan Freeman commercial voice*
Sit down young whippersnappers and let me tell you the story of a bold man who risked life and limb to pursue the noble dream of drawing naked boobies. It all began on a dark, dreary autumn day… ahem, okay, it wasn’t that dark or dreary, but it sets the mood damn it!
Anyways, it WAS an autumn day and based on the positive reception the super early prologue received, I decided I would try a Patreon campaign. In doing so, I realized I would probably have to tell my wife why I might eventually quit my job. I concluded that at some point, she would question where the money was coming from.
Setting the scene: Picture a tall, scrawny white man entering the living room where a young, spry supermodel is lounging on the coach watching TV... What!?! This is my story damn it, and if I want to be married to a supermodel, I’m damn well going to be married to a supermodel!
YT: So… whatcha doin’?
In hindsight, this was a dumb ass question. She was obviously watching TV.
Supermodel: Just watching TV. What’s up?
YT: Well… I wanted to run something by you.
She sits up and mutes the TV.
YT: I’ve been messing around making a game for a while now.
SM (already tired of writing “supermodel”): Oh?
YT: Yea, I even released a little of the game to a few people on the Internet and they really liked it.
Now she is really paying attention, as she knows that almost everything creative I’ve done in the past, I think is shit. So, to release anything for public consumption is surprising.
SM: Awesome.
YT: The thing is, I actually think this might have some potential to garner support.
SM: What do you mean?
YT: Well, there is this thing called Patreon and…
Okay, you all know what Patreon is by now, so just imagine me explaining it and you’ll get the gist.
SM: Wow, that’d be really cool.
YT: There’s… one other thing…
SM: Hm?
YT: I’m making an adult game…
At this point she rolls her eyes. I won’t lie, I’m a perverted bastard, and so finding out that I’m making a sex game is not overly surprising to her. But, she is also NOT a perverted bastard…
SM: Really…
YT: I know, but listen! There are some really active communities surrounding these games, and I actually think this is something that could really get people excited.
SM: Uh-huh… and how do you know about these “communities?”
WARNING, WARNING, DANGER!
YT (White Lie #1): I, uh, recently stumbled upon them as I was learning the game making software… The program I’m using is pretty popular for making these kinds of games.
SM: Mmmhmm, and what exactly are these kind of games?
YT: Here’s the thing, it’s not as bad as you think. I’m even planning on making a game with a strong female main character.
SM: Oh?
You see that? Appeal to those feminist sensibilities… even though she is not really a hardcore feminist or anything. Got to pitch it right!
YT: Yea, it will be about a female elf who struggles to find redemption for the mistakes of her ancestors. (White lie #2 incoming) When I say “adult,” I mean it will have a few boob flashes and some sexy scenes throughout.
SM: I don’t know…
YT: I really think this has the potential to take off, but I’m planning on taking it slow. I’m going to release the introduction in a month or two and see what more people think. I’d only go all out if the support was there.
SM: Okay, but how stable would that be? I know you, and I know that you tend to… be overly optimistic about these things.
YT: I know, but with Patreon, people can pledge towards this to show support. I wouldn’t risk anything until I was sure that the support was there. Then, it’d just be a matter of releasing game content on a regular basis.
And by “regular,” I did not mean once every 9 months :-)
SM: I don’t… I wouldn’t want you to tell anyone.
YT: That’s fine, it may not even work out anyways.
Of course, I told two of my friends the next day… oops!
SM: Are you sure about this?
YT: Honestly, I’ve been messing with this game for about 6 months now, and it is the most fun I’ve ever had.
SM: I’m not sure I’d want to play it…
WARNING, WARNING, DANGER!
YT: That’s okay, I don’t think you’d really like it anyways.
At this point, I’m sweating bullets. The thought of her playing the game is scarier than that damn Poltergeist Clown!
SM: (After what seems like an eternity) Okay.
*Flips the book closed*
And that, young whippersnappers, is how one foolish man tells his wife he is planning on drawing naked women for a living…
Haha, hope you didn’t mind my corny little story too much. Really, I’m probably a dumbass for putting it online, but I don’t think it will get me into too much trouble… (there’s that stupid optimism again).
Anyways, as you might have guessed, I’m feeling better. And, my mother-in-law is back on a plane! Hmm, perhaps that is not a coincidence… Thought I’d make this post a little more light-hearted. Yes, yes, I know the book art is terrible, but I didn’t really want to waste THAT much time on the post. I do have lots of stuff to get done after all!
YT
Comments
@PhatsmM Good suggestion. Now Yummy do the Bogwort mankini thing lol. What's not to enjoy? Glorious beer gut and flabby man boobs, all in one "sexy" little goblin package =P Though the Borat-green mankini, may not go so well with his skin color. I Think red or blue would suit him far better. I am sure he would agree and that he would be both willing and very proud of posing for such a picture (if you make sure Aylia gets a copy of them ofcourse). It will truly be our own fault, if we fall victim to the temptation of clicking that link =D That said, It would be rather funny to see that picture as a joke... it might just be me though....
TheNetsrac
2015-09-12 20:52:37 +0000 UTCBogwort in mankini... yep, there goes my lunch :)
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-12 05:05:59 +0000 UTCWell I guess the Triste slingshot would work too. Lol You missed the Bogwort in a mankini option =P
TheNetsrac
2015-09-11 15:39:01 +0000 UTCCrazy you make me feel bad for liking Jurassic World :c
Furanky
2015-09-11 12:03:44 +0000 UTCHehehe!
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-11 03:58:58 +0000 UTCHmm this is not the outcome I had hoped for
Dongs.exe
2015-09-11 00:07:42 +0000 UTCi'm voting #2 because 1 will be a surprise anyway. And well I just like the word Wench
2015-09-10 22:13:15 +0000 UTCThat is correct. I shudder to think of THAT conversation.
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-10 21:33:57 +0000 UTCDon't expect that post any time soon. If I never tell my mother-in-law, I'd be okay with that. Also, she is just a humbled as I am by the amazing support I've received. I may get a bit defensive on forums or a bit overly sensitive at times, but never doubt that I am so grateful for all you guys!
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-10 21:33:41 +0000 UTCAgreed. If this was to just remain a hobby, I might have kept it a secret, but I can't go full time and not tell her. Also, looking at how much work has went into setting Aylia's Story up, had I just kept this a simple hobby, we'd probably be looking at a 2017 release ;)
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-10 21:32:04 +0000 UTCHow about Triste in a slingshot bikini? Right before she kills you for making her wear it!
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-10 21:30:59 +0000 UTCI considered this and may ultimately do that, unless the votes are so heavily skewed towards 3 that it doesn't make sense to finalize another outfit portrait right now. Also, some of those #3 voters may fall victim to temptation and click the link! I can be hard to resist!
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-10 21:30:20 +0000 UTCOk, I would like to change my vote from #3 to your #4 ;-)
TheNetsrac
2015-09-10 13:58:45 +0000 UTCI vote #3 too!
2015-09-10 09:42:00 +0000 UTCGreat idea PhatsM win win for all sides
2015-09-10 08:27:10 +0000 UTChey i am looking forward to that new star wars movie lol can't be worse then the last movie I saw Jurassic park
2015-09-10 08:13:00 +0000 UTCVoting 2. Also, what about posting the image on an imgur or something and link it? That way people who want 3 can avoid seeing it by accident and would have to deliberately click to see it.
PhatsM
2015-09-10 03:30:17 +0000 UTCWell done...also #1.
Mazinzilla
2015-09-09 15:35:42 +0000 UTC#4 - Aylia's Leather Slingshot Bikini :P All joking aside, #3 for me. Funny story, too!
Dongs.exe
2015-09-09 03:54:22 +0000 UTCI actually think that was smart.It's better for you to tell her now instead of her finding out later on her own.That would be a bigger problem.
2015-09-08 23:36:04 +0000 UTChaha thx if you ever tell your mother law got to write about that one to. Wow you got very understanding wife most guys would prob have been killed lol. Also have you told her it got up to 5,462 support yet? she must have been really happy to hear that. I also vote for #3 I rather a surprise more fun that way. Tell your wife thanks from all of us for letting you make the game :)
2015-09-08 21:20:24 +0000 UTC#3 for me as well. Great story btw. Sooo I guess the mother-in-law is still unaware of this filthy video game thing? lol
TheNetsrac
2015-09-08 20:07:01 +0000 UTCYou know, I almost did make that change, but she knows I think she is gorgeous. That part was more for the humor than anything. Again though, there is a chance I'm being a bit too optimistic in her reaction if she ever stumbled across this...
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:57:34 +0000 UTC#3, surprise us! I'm fortunate to have a girlfriend who seems like she would be open to most ideas, but she doesn't understand the concept of people finding drawn characters attractive. If that was her only problem I'm sure it wouldn't be too tough to overcome! I don't really know how I would explain the forums I've frequented for a couple years though... If you rewrite the supermodel part to say "because that's what she actually looks like to me" I think it would be great for your wife to stumble across it!
thswherizat
2015-09-08 19:53:16 +0000 UTCThis is true, there can never be enough bikinis.
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:49:12 +0000 UTCLooks like you started a trend :-)
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:48:27 +0000 UTCWell, I can't take all the credit. I never would have said anything if I didn't think there was a slight possibility I could do this full time. She really would have wondered where I was getting the money :-)
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:48:12 +0000 UTCI'd vote for that too. Getting the release done to my satisfaction would be awesome for everyone.
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:47:08 +0000 UTCThe thought did cross my mind. Granted, this is a Patron only post, and I did edit the little skit a bit so as to not get me into too much trouble!
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:46:28 +0000 UTCHaha, thankfully, she is not a gamer. I highly doubt she'd ever play it. I do show her some of the art from time to time--I carefully pick the artwork of course.
YummyTiger Gaming
2015-09-08 19:45:48 +0000 UTCYour story would make for a better movie than most of what is out now and that are coming soon (we don't need another Star Wars). Since everyone is choosing #3, so will I.
Rasu89
2015-09-08 19:19:28 +0000 UTCExtremely intelligent supermodel. I was a bit more honest with my girlfriend of 7 years, but I'm just as terrified if she actually decides to play it ahahah.
Heaven Studios
2015-09-08 19:00:47 +0000 UTCI vote 3. I love surprises.
Stangmar
2015-09-08 17:38:20 +0000 UTCI vote fot #3 and here's hoping that your wife never tries to look up the game your naking and stumbles here
Furanky
2015-09-08 13:53:03 +0000 UTCStill a better story than Twilight. And I choose gate number 3. I love surprises, and I have to wait anyway, so I don't mind waiting a bit more to see the outfits "in action" instead of getting the preview right now.
TheByQ
2015-09-08 13:47:46 +0000 UTCHa ha! Thanks for the good laugh :') ...also #3!
Dehkia
2015-09-08 13:23:29 +0000 UTCI vote for Option #4: the Chapter One release. Nyuck nyuck! (I suppose that could be rolled into Option #3.) Good to hear all seems to be improving for you! Also, I'm moderately jealous, as I couldn't even get away with explaining that I have a game like this downloaded, lol!
2015-09-08 13:06:11 +0000 UTC#2!
Thongtham Chongmesuk
2015-09-08 12:12:50 +0000 UTC#3!
2015-09-08 11:48:17 +0000 UTCVote number #3! I want a surprice! ;)
2015-09-08 09:53:35 +0000 UTClol nice story. I vote 3, i like surprises
2015-09-08 09:53:01 +0000 UTCGreat story, gave me a few good laughs. The bigger the bikini collection, the better. So I vote nr. 1.
2015-09-08 09:47:11 +0000 UTCyou sir are a legend for having the balls to explain this to your wife. i'll vote None… I want to be surprised when I get them in the game.
2015-09-08 09:11:13 +0000 UTCAwesome little story, interesting and funny! I'll vote for 1. leather bikini!
Hurr
2015-09-08 08:53:43 +0000 UTCLet me be a spoilsport then :P 3. None… I want to be surprised when I get them in the game.
waffel
2015-09-08 06:48:30 +0000 UTCAnother vote for Tavern Wench
Paul Atreides
2015-09-08 06:12:16 +0000 UTCLol nice, one vote for tavern wench.
angelecdominion
2015-09-08 04:45:45 +0000 UTCWell that takes balls. And was the right thing to do, to boot. and 1 vote for tavern wench outfit. Honestly how could you think your loving fans don't want to be spoiled? xD feed me seymour, feed me.
fryfry
2015-09-08 04:42:13 +0000 UTC*thumbs up* :)
noc
2015-09-08 04:39:29 +0000 UTC
