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October 2025 Update

 Hey everyone~!

As I mentioned in my public post, I didn’t want to return empty-handed — but the VN is currently in a bit of disarray, and it’ll take me another week or two to bring it to a point where I can confidently share new builds with you.

Most of this delay comes from having to relearn my own code, originally written back in early 2020 and partially redesigned in 2022. As a result, I’ve been untangling layers of old logic, cleaning up scripts, and trying to de...

From beyond the grave! (figuratively)

Hi everyone!

It’s been a long while, and I owe you an honest update without needless fluff.

The last two years have been among the hardest of our lives. Both of our mothers were diagnosed with cancer, and one of them with very low chances of survival. Although their stories have a somewhat happy ending, much of our time and energy went into traveling back and forth to Poland, taking care of loved ones, and covering mounting medical expenses. It’s been emotionally and finan...

Chapter 14 Bedroom CGI

Hey guys~!

Sorry for being quiet, but just as we thought our life had settled, the Landlord threw us a curveball and refused to extend our lease, necessitating a rather crazy, rushed and exhausting house search.
In any case, I managed to redo this CGI to comply with as many ToCs as possible while still delivering a somewhat entertaining view. Tell me what you think.

Love,
~Kael

September and October Asset Preview

Hey guys~! 

Here is the asset preview for this and the previous month. I apologise for the delay; I’ve been bogged down in an extensive and exhausting house search, which commanded most of my attention and left me completely drained. However, working on those characters brought me a lot of comfort. This is Ranok’s pack, which will be featured in future chapters, which also prompted the rework of older sprites, like Drair and Tyren. I hope you’ll enjoy check...

September Script

Hey there~!

Sorry for the delay, but I've been busy house-hunting for the past two weeks. Elath has changed his work, and due to an ongoing dispute with our landlord, we need to move properties as soon as possible.

In any case, I haven't quite finished the previous Chapter. I know; that's because I still haven't ironed out a few plot points that I need to include there. However, the fragment you get here instead is the beginning of the following Chapter, which takes place shortly...

Chapter 14 Beta and Beyond

Hey everyone~!

After a long, uphill battle, I’m thrilled to announce that Chapter 14 is now complete! It’s in its final form, just missing two CGs near the end. This chapter has been the most complex I’ve ever created, with a whopping 12,000 lines of code – easily double, if not triple, the length of a usual chapter. But I truly believe the effort has paid off with this build's stunning angles and scene transitions!

As a special treat, I’ve also included revamped Chapter...

FBtW Chapter 18 Alpha

Hi everyone!

It’s been a bit of a wild ride lately, but I’m excited to share that Chapter 18 has reached its Alpha stage! Despite the chaos, I’ve poured my heart into this chapter, and I’m really looking forward to hearing your thoughts on how the story is unfolding.

Remember to join us on our Discord server! The WiP Workshop channel is the perfect place to dive deeper into discussions and share your feedback. Your support truly means the world to me. Thank you so much, an...

Lovers Moon Script WiP

Hey everyone!

I'm happy to share the somewhat incomplete but oh-so-exciting and spicy second half of Chapter 20!

This part brings our adventure right up to the Howl, which will play a major role in the upcoming storyline. I hope you will enjoy this short respite before the storm and all the politicking to come.

FBtW WiP preview August 2024

Hey everyone,

I'm excited to share a preview of the new assets for the upcoming chapters of FBtW. Despite the challenges, I've poured a lot of effort into these, and I hope they enhance the immersion of the visual novel. I can't wait for you to experience them in their proper context!

Enjoy!

FBtW March 2024 Update

Dear friends,

I've been away longer than I hoped, caught in a whirlwind of unforeseen events. A family emergency called me back to Poland on Valentine's Day, away from Elath. My mother's health then took a serious turn, leading to emergency surgery after two heart attacks. During this time, Elath faced his own turmoil back home, which, without going into details, led to significant personal losses for us both.

I apologize for the silence and lack of updates. With limited pr...

March WiP preview

Hi everyone!

While navigating the challenge of working on visuals with limited privacy, I've managed to expand and enhance our sprite libraries significantly—I'm excited about the added versatility!

Due to recent changes in Patreon's ToCs, I'll hold off on sharing a couple of more explicit CGs to stay on the safe side. But I'm thrilled to share some new sprites and sketches of a fresh setting and an Assassination CG.

Enjoy, and thanks for your ongoing support!

Chapter 20 Script WiP

Hey everyone, another script drop!

Due to ongoing personal challenges, my focus is currently limited to script writing, as visual development isn't possible under my current living arrangements, with family members hanging over my shoulder. I'm pouring all my available energy and heart into crafting a compelling story for our VN.

Thanks for your patience and understanding—it means the world to me.

Chapter 19 Script

Hey, everyone; I sincerely apologise for the silence!

The Holiday season was a trialling period for our families and us, and I was not in the best of spaces to communicate with people. I took this time to work on the least demanding parts of the VN, which turned out to be the Scripts. Writing the story forward in a structured manner helped me cope with the more challenging aspects of our real life. Things have now calmed down a bit, and I really hope that going forward, this ...

FBtW Chapter 17 Alpha

Hi Everyone!

It's been a hectic month, with back-to-back family visits taking up the first half. Despite a packed schedule, I'm thrilled to share that Chapter 17 has reached its Alpha stage! I'm eager to hear your thoughts on how the story and new characters unfold.

Join us on our Discord server to discuss more in the WiP Workshop channel. Your support means everything – thank you and lots of love!

~ Kael

P.S. Remember, to access Chapter 17 Alpha, skip the Start Butt...

Script Teaser September 2023

Hey guys~!

Here is a teaser for the upcoming script. Due to the madness my life currently became I wasn't able to quite yet polish everything the way I want to, but rest assured a full version of Chapter 19-20 is coming soon.

Hope you'll enjoy this snippet in the meantime.

Regards,

~Kael

FBtW art WiP Update September 2023

Hey guys~!

Here is all the new artwork created up to date, including a full-bodied blacksmith we meet in Strandbard, as well as some 3d renderings of the sets!

Hope you'll enjoy it!

Regards,
~Kael

Progress Update: Pushing past Chapter 16

Dear Supporters!

I hope this message finds you well. Today, I am happy to share a substantial progress update on Chapters 14, 15, and 16.

As you all are aware, recently life threw us a curveball or two, but despite that our work has not only continued but yielded some exciting things. 

Here's a snapshot of what we've achieved so far:

-  3 new Chapters, 30 000 words each, adding substantial meat to the story and amounting to roughly six hours of new...

Chapter 18 FULL Script

Hey everyone,

Remember that teaser I left you with last time? Well, the wait is over! I'm thrilled to present you with the full Chapter 18 script, meticulously polished to perfection. I won't lie, I've got a touch of anxiety as this is the moment we've all been building up to. Things are about to get really exciting and intriguing from now on.

I've poured my heart into capturing the tension and mood of this pivotal moment, and I can't wait to hear what you think after diving into ...

Asset Preview June 2023

Let me give you a sneak peek at some of the things I've been hard at work on for the upcoming releases.

First up, we have two stunning backgrounds that are currently in progress for Chapter 15-16. Then a 3d model of Varok's Villa, which is about to take on a more significant role. I've been really focusing on capturing the essence of this location, ensuring a well-rounded and immersive experience.

Next, get ready for a captivating dance sequence featuring Dame Kiri. It's going to ...

Personal Update

Hey guys,

Just wanted to touch base with you, as I know it's been a bit since you've heard from me. You might have been wondering why things have gone quiet on my end. Well, life, as it often does, threw me a few curveballs.

My mom was diagnosed with cancer in April, and to be frank, it's been a roller coaster since. Between doctor's appointments and dealing with the weight of what's happening, I've been a bit MIA on everything else. And, just when we started to get our bearings, ...

FBtW Chapter 18 preview

Hey guys~!

Due to a rather substantial workload this month I wasn't able to polish the entirety of the Chapter 18 Script, so for the time being I'll share with you the first few scenes, with the remainder of the script following suit in May.

Hopefully it'll prove an enjoyable reading, even if brief!

Regards,

~Kael

FBtW April WiP drop

Hey guys~!

Here is the preview of all the current sprite libraries that have been finalised, along with a new sequence for the banquet scene in chapter 14 - both shown as assets and in action.

The intent is to have three separate frames, one for each end of the table and one for the middle section, allowing us to pan the view depending on who's taking part in the conversation. This will make for a much better reading experience.

As always, curious about your thou...

FBtW April Update

Hey everyone!

I hope you're all doing great! I'm here with an update on Far Beyond the World. Although I've made significant progress, I won't be able to release the newest chapter just yet. There's still a fair bit of work left to do, and I wouldn't want to release it in an unfinished state, especially after doing that with two previous chapters already.

The delay is mainly due to working on several aspects of the VN simultaneously alongside the development ...

FBtW Chapter 17 Script

Hey there~!

I'm proud, and a bit scared to present to you the script for the largest FBtW Chapter yet… Chapter 17!

As usual, to avoid leaks, it will be available in the #writing-room on our Discord server!

If you have problems accessing it, please do not hesitate to contact me via DMs.

Regards,

~Kael

FBtW Chapter 16 Alpha

Hey there~!

So… here we are… the Alpha for Chapter 16.

I'm really proud of this one, as it's been in the works for quite a while, and despite all the hurdles in the last few months, I managed to get it as polished as any Alpha ever was.

In truth, this is what Alphas were meant to be from the start, but eh… life got in the way.

Anyway, expect this standard from future reveals.

I believe that keeping to this level of finish will allow a smoother and more e...

FBtW wip preview Feb 2023

Hey there~!

Here are some pieces of art and sprites that have been completed for the upcoming releases.

Hope you'll enjoy them!

Regards,

~Kael

FBtW Chapter 15 Preview

Hey there~!

Having concluded the arduous task of moving, my life finally returns to some semblance of normalcy.

Truth be told, I don't think we'll be fully moved in for quite a while, as a lot of our stuff is still hidden inside the numerous boxes littering our living areas. xD

It feels more akin to occupying an Amazon Fulfilment centre than anything else – and it's not far from the truth, as we did repurpose a lot of Amazon cardboard boxes for the move itself.

Lo...

Character WiP December 2022

Due to aforementioned hurdles this month, I was only able to do so much with the upcoming releases in mind. However, I still managed to get two designs ironed out for the upcoming Howl. Meet (in order from left to right) Shannon, Valris and Lough. I am quite pleased with how they turned out and they make our merry band of Tirnan Elders complete!

December 2022 update

Due to the extended house hunt and then the unexpected bout of COVID, the work on the VN this month was less than optimal, however not entirely non-existent.

In the moments when I was able to sit down and draw, I managed to rework Vul’s library with the upcoming merger between the old and new chapters in mind. As you can see, there are new poses added, making him a little more expressive than before. Truth be told, I didn’t realise he had only one paw expression to begin with, so it...

Chapter 14 Update and Alpha access

Hey guys~!

Today I’m releasing to you the ALPHA in place of the BETA, as the proper build is not yet finished to the standard I hold myself up to and which you have grown to expect of me.

Most of this is due to our rather distressing house hunt. For the past seven years, we’ve been living at our current address, but recently our landlord began hiking up the rent to unreasonable levels. He intends to do so again at the end of the year, tying us up with another twelve...