Acrimenthums

Acrimenthums is a visual novel game created by kipursuit for the Blossom VN Jam (2023), which intertwines story-elements with concepts related to spring, changes, and making narrative choices. 

As one of the gardeners employed on the palace grounds, life for yourself and loved ones around has been a relatively simple one. However, as your closest friend is accused of a crime that does not seem fitting and no others exploring the true possibility, taking the lead may be the only option. Consider the evidence, question your suspicions, search for clues to spare the innocent and reveal the guilty party. 

In Acrimenthums, the following features are included within your gameplay experience:

• Interactive story through choices
• Re-nameable main character
• Estimated 20 minutes of gameplay (Prologue, Chapter 1, part of Chapter 2)

• Sonja (re-nameable), The Advocate
• Mora, The Accused
• Ala, The Escort
• Abel, The Botanist
• Gunnar, The Physician

Q: Will there be a full-release of Acrimenthums?

R: For now, there are no official plans in game planning for a full-release of Acrimenthums. This would be mainly dependent on time availability in making it all come together and general community interest!

Q: What does the title "Acrimenthums" mean?

R: I'm glad you asked! :) It's the combination of two things—the word "acrimony" (meaning bitterness) and the flower name "chrysanthemum" (in a yellow hue symbolizing  sorrow or rejection).