When Twilight Strikes
You are a bounty hunter.
Responsible for taking in rogue supernaturals, you work for IAOS—the international agency of supernaturals—where, alongside your best friend and partner, you two have quickly become the best hunting duo of the branch.
After a particularly tricky hunt, you brief your boss, Caine Atheron, and come back to work the next day to find that he has mysteriously disappeared overnight, the company is now in the hands of his best friend, Sebastian Mai.
And though no one else seems to question it, something tells you that there's more to the story.
With bounty cases rising at an alarming rate and a second mystery unfolding, you and your ragtag team of allies set out to find the truth.
But as you go further and further, the secrets you uncover begin to make you question: who... or what exactly are you fighting for?
THE BEST FRIEND.
Arion/Arden/Adair Devereux is your best friend and work partner at IAOS of four years. Reliable and loyal, A is always by your side and there when you need a good laugh. With an easygoing manner and sarcastic sense of humour, A is loved by all, though their greatest friend is you.
Will you blur the lines of friendship?
THE RIVAL.
Blane Rekner is a fellow hunter at IAOS and your rival. Blane despises you with a passion and will take every opportunity to make you look bad, often in the form of a snide remark. Cold and startlingly rude, Blane isn’t the most appealing person, but their loyalty and dedication make up for it.
Will you turn your tension into something more than hatred?
THE PARTNER.
Nikolas/Noele/Nolan Alves is Blane’s partner at IAOS. though often overlooked, with soft smiles and constant genuine kindness, N is someone you can count on when having a bad day. But don’t let that fool you, for N also has a strong will and disregard for being treated badly that will make you rethink double-crossing them.
Will you find something real in a sea of mistrust?
THE WARLOCK.
Kian/Kaia/Kai de Vries is a warlock you see out for their expertise. as an immortal, K has learned to keep their cards close to their chest and finds it difficult to trust. Their aloofness and blunt sense of humour may make them difficult to get along with at first, but once warmed up to you, K is a powerful ally that proves to have a great amount of depth.
Will you fall for someone you know you will have to one day leave behind?
THE BOUNTY.
Rylan Villanueva is a bounty you’ve previously failed to capture. A flirt through and through, Rylan’s signature moves are sharp smirks and quick winks, the signs of someone who enjoys the sight of someone flustered. Their sarcasm and charm often take up the forefront of their personality, but though seemingly shallow with their wandering eyes, Rylan’s bed remains empty, preferring to spend nights alone.
Will you find love with the very person you’ve been trained to hunt?
I make regular updates and answer questions about the cast and game on my Tumblr. If you'd like to support me, I have Ko-Fi for a one-off donation and Patreon for those who wish to receive exclusive content.
On another note, if there are any errors or bugs you’d like to report, please email me (evertidings@gmail.com) as it is the best way for me to sort them out <3
Development log
- Chapter Twelve: Release.34 days ago
- Chapter Twelve: Release Date.41 days ago
- Holiday Special: Release.Jan 01, 2025
- Holiday Special: Announcement.Dec 29, 2024
- Bug Patch 06.Nov 19, 2024
- Chapter Eleven: Release.Sep 25, 2024
- Chapter Eleven: Release Date.Sep 19, 2024
- A (Much Needed) Update.May 06, 2024
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im really happy in the direction this is going
i started this about 4-ish days ago and around the time i started chapter 10 i had begun thinking about my mcs job. it reminded me of the deportation and ICE problem happening in LA, and if i tried justifying my mc by saying "its just their job" it made me think of nazi germany,, so i figured if i were them i wouldnt have that job, esp now
and then i get to chapter 11 and 12 and it lowkey addressed exactly what i was thinking and i was so happy about that. i feel like this could be a rlly good critique on those with privilage, depending on how u go about it
ASIDE FROM THAT I JUST LOVELOVELOVEEE ALL THE CHARACTERS and how our mc really feels like us. i also like how the focus is on the story but the CHOICE of romance is there, it feels like we rlly know our priorities. i wish there was a more neutral option about dating since im aromantic, but even then the dating options could still be seen as friendly and its not forced on us very often.
OVERALL I LIKE HOW ITS GOING SO FAR, I ALSO FOUND OUT AFTER REACHING THE END OF CHAPTER12 THAT THE GAME KEEPS TRACK OF US (like how stoic i am or weather im good at traps) AND I JUST THOUGHT IT WAS SOOO COOL. I CANT WAIT FOR MORE !!!
I LOVE THIS SO MUCH
this is so fire oml
WAIR WHY CANT I PICK ARIONS ROUTE????
Just a random reader but I'm not sure if there is an option like? If you are talking about ch11 there's Blane (if you took the knife for them) or K and Rylan and it's not really based on who you are romancing i guess, but you still have some time with A and N later on in the training, and in ch12 you can choose anyone to either walk by you or sit next to you, I may be wrong tho
you're correct! it was stated that A/N's branch is just a continuation of either Blane/ K and Rylan's branches
even if i were given like 19billion dollars i wouldnt stop glazing this story ITS SO GOOD IT MAKES ME WANNA DO FLIPS. IDK GUYS IDK. ITS SO GOOD. THIS IS LIKE JUST WHAT I NEEDED DURING STRESSFUL FINALS AND I CANNOT WAIT FOR MORE
Haha thank you! Good luck with your finals <3
I have 11 romance points with N, but their name doesn't appear as an option on chapter 11 when someone texts you on the phone after the interrogation. It's even possible or the choice to enter their branch appears later in the game?
This is probably just a choice between Rylan and Kian no matter your romantic choices, since I suppose you have them
I really enjoyed this game
WOW this is simply wonderful!! I'll be eagerly waiting for future updates!! Amazing job to everyone who's working on this!
It's just one person writing this haha. But thank you!! Glad you liked it :)
WOAH that's crazyy! I salute your determination and hard work, wonderful job~!
I am honored to have read these words! All the waiting for the twelfth chapter was worth it. Thank you and your work!
I don't want to give away any plot details, but the twelfth chapter left a very deep impression on me. I think this must be because the detailed description of the environment, the beautiful scenery and the tense atmosphere created a contrast that I couldn't look away from.
As time went by, the companions became more and more familiar with each other. Whenever I read those interactions, I couldn't help smiling on my face! I'm very glad that this team, which was brought together for various reasons, has gradually become like a team of true friends.
Once again, thank you and your work! I will continue to look forward to the subsequent chapters.
(My English is very poor. This was written using a translation tool. I hope it can convey my meaning as accurately as possible.♡)
After so much time, it is hard to return to the game, the codex should have a resume of what happened so far, besides there should have a list with other characthers' profile like Mirai and Nalani... even smaller characthers as well
Thank you for the feedback. I definitely agree that the codex needs to be updated, I just haven't gotten around to it. But trust me, I'm aware of it.
thank you
I created this account just to write this comment and say how much I love Blane. I hope we will see more of her in the next update.
You definitely will!
i found this yesterday on an AI (janitor to be specific) site (someone had a google doc of games/VNs etc they liked and this was on it) and I honestly HAVE NO REGRETS.
I got up to chapter 12 on my phone (in one night), haven't finished it. commenting on my laptop!! Evertides, thank you for this masterpiece >=3
(rylan is my bbg)
usually my phone battery drains and lasts from 8PM to around 9-10 rarely 11PM, but when I was playing this, it lasted until around 2-3AM (I'm going to blame you for my lack of sleep /j)
hey so send the doc maybe hehe!!!!! i say as i aim the gun to ur forehead /aff
gotta find it again first haha
YEAH OFC NWS take ur time buddy!!
have you found it yet? i am in desperate need of new recommendations xD
im not the creator, but ive found a doc filled w vns/ifs!
Al's Visual Novel and Interactive Fiction Reccomendations!! - WIP
what does it mean you found the game on artificial intelligence?
when you find the doc please send it to me as well!! :)
Even though I played the game starting with Blane's route, but Arion is my BABYYYYYYY
Wait, how's everyone talking about chap 12 where only chap 11 is available to me here??
wait, when i got into the announcement, it recalls what happens in chap 11 so i guess chap 12 is 11..??
Chapter 12 should be out... Maybe reload the tab if you haven't already done so? Hope you have fun with the awesome new chapter if it gets working! :D
If it's the same chapter, we meet the queen in it I guess it's labeled 11 in the game?
Hi! That is the same chapter but it should be labelled as Chapter 12, not 11. I'm not sure why it would be incorrect on your side though.
I've recently found this game and have had fun playing so far! Is there a release schedule for new chapters?
They make updates and answer questions on their tumblr!
(Atleast I'm pretty sure they do, I'm sure they will correct me if I'm wrong ;;)
There's not necessarily a release schedule, but I tend to update every couple of months since it's just me working on it. As another user said, I do answer questions on my Tumblr and will also post monthly progress updates on there. Weekly updates can be found on Patreon.
Thanks! I will save the game page and check back later.
I rly love the story, but i sometimes feel that the MC doesn't get to b vulnerable or cry despite their challenges throughout the story, it feels like its more stressed or not?
Hi! That's a completely fair point. What you're playing/reading right now is (roughly) a first draft, so this is definitely something I can revise in the future.
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Do N and A's have branches too in chapter 11 or is there just meant to be the IAOS vs Vampire Clan paths?
Im new to this IF so im really glad there's already 12 chapters worth pf quality content out for me to read. I basically spent the last two days just going through all the posible choices and dialogue options. Every feels nicely paced. As far as all the interactions and personality types go its also quite realistic and very enjoyable to read. I can kinda already see where all the routes + main plot is heading and its making me very excited for future chapters.
You got it, it's just those two (the IAOS and vampire war paths), then the training room scene. Everyone gets their chance in that chapter, just not as equally as some previous ones.
Used the weekend to re-read from chapter 1 (10/10 - would recommend) since I needed the refresh, and - wow: Was it great to rediscover this story again. Loved chapter 12. I have a particular penchant for great dialogue-focused scenes, so an entire update, literally, focused on the dynamics of people sitting around talking (or not!) to each other, and the hidden/blatant of their motives -- Delish~ Adore your convo volleys; your use of repetition; how MC feels like their own layered and deeply interesting character. They're really falling apart, huh? 😂 Looking forward to seeing those limits....
Being in the elite and exclusive faction that is K lovers (Kaia for me), I was pleasantly surprised how much interaction we got with them in a place you'd think wouldn't afford a lot of intimate moments! Kudos for -- Realistically (cuz we know Fae Queen be side-eying) -- weaving those in. When K used my hunter's first name, no lie, I had an Entire visceral reaction. I was like: '....whoaaa....'; kinda expected MC to scream 'HOLY SH*T!!' haha Fav bit - beyond that - had to be talk about K sitting next to MC. The - 'why? why? YES - WHY' -- Screaaaming~ Such a good meal~
Very much worth the wait and I'm grateful you're so committed to keeping up with this. Here's hoping you enjoy every fruit of your labors! ❤️
You're definitely part of the elite club—K is such a great RO. Extremely underrated for some reason, but I'm glad that there's still people who go for them. I loved writing that scene very much, so I'm glad that you had fun reading it! Thank you so much for the lovely comment <3
I humbly request a ‘Grumpy Warlock’ badge for my commitment to the cause. (I’d also take Kaia in a ‘Foxy Grandma’ hat if you’re feeling generous. 😆)
My hot take: I think K is just a far more Mature romance than many are used to/want to deal with. It’s not the ‘high school, twitterpated, doki doki in spring’ kind of route — you have to Werk. And there’s really no guarantee (beyond you making K a LI, so there must be some chance lol) that your efforts will pay off. K straight up tells you to cut that nonsense out. (There’s also ‘immortal’ bit, but I like that sort of thing.) But I’m truly rapt by my MC and K’s dynamic; how they’re so freakin REAL. I can’t wait to see all those walls crumble; bit by bit. Incremental K affection is just that rewarding~ And I feel like they have to earn my MC too. Scene I mentioned also did a great job showing K has to contribute or might lose out as well. (dum dum Duuuum)
I don't think that's a hot take at all! You're definitely right in that it's more "mature", so to say. I think a lot of people are thrown off by the lack of 'happily ever after' because yes, eventually K will move on when the Hunter is dead and they're still alive. And I totally understand that hesitation. Also yes, you have to work for it way more than some of the other ROs, with Blane being the other option who's similar. But kudos to you! I'm glad that you like them so much :)
Finally got to play the update! loved it ofc (Blane my pookie wookie dookie bear)
Wish i was kidding but three minutes after the update dropped i was told my stepdad broke 4 ribs from a horse-riding accident (... You didnt cause it i hope)
Oh my God? I hope he's okay...
Yes he is thankfully! (Besides the ribs and a nasty ass bruise ofc)
My whole heart goes out to Blane…… Can’t imagine what they’ve been through that ended up with them being so repulsive to interact with the fae world :(
You'll find out soon :)
omg (patiently waits chapter 13 :3)
Just finished it! (As of Chapter 12)
And I must say, this has a really interesting premise!! I love the characters (even if I only picked Rylan as my main romance option for now), they're all so unique, and the story itself is so good and always keeps me at the edge of my seat xD
I'm really intrigued to see how this goes, but for now, I'm really hoping to see more!!
I'm glad you liked it! There will be more to come :)
I really like this if! The new update makes me crazy. I'm wondering how Rylan is so charming to me. By the way, I want to know when the next update will be.
I'm not a native English speaker, so I hope my translator works. :)
I usually update every couple of months, since it's just me working on this. I have not even started writing Chapter 13 so it will be a bit of a wait.
I'll wait all the time!!!
I love this so much! Second time having to go back through because I lost all my previous data annoyingly. In other news, I think I have the best possible contact name for Blane
Yell Heah friend, I had them saved as "Shrekner" on my save. Giving loved ones goofy contacts is one of the best things in life
i call him bitch Rekner :3
I'm a little obsessed tbh, I love all the characters and how personlike they feel. Blane and Kian are my current interests but I see myself pursuing any of them.
I like how Blane doesn't stop being himself, his snark doesn't die down but he starts showing more consideration, the way you can tie back his current words to how he used to act, and how not everything is because he hates you guys but more on top of how he feels about the entire situation.
It's a level of depth I heavily enjoy.
I have theories of who our mysterious person is, and I'm so sad I cannot have a confirmation. I actually let out a noise when I got to the end of C11, and was so happy when I got to play C12.
Looking forward to where the story goes.
Blane seems very surface-level initially, but there's a lot of depth to them and I'm very excited to explore that further. I'm happy you picked up on that. Thank you for playing !
Will there ever be a walkthrough posted? I was wondering mostly because I wanted to know if there was a romance route with Rylan, that didn't involve Kai lel
i've been able to get romance scenes with rylan without interacting much with K. i think for some things it is necessary, like when choosing if you get a text (i think i dont actually really remember) from either blane or rylan and K. but for the most part, if you just choose rylan for basically everything, you're bound to go along their romance route ദ്ദി˙ ᴗ ˙ ) (and i do suggesting choosing rylan for everything because the exchanges between them and the MC in chapter 12 is genuinely so gut-wrenching in a good way)
Oh fuck that reveal at the end was so worth the wait
:)
Just finished! Oh my gosh, my MC NEEDS K!!! He is literally perfect for her. Like, she will not take care of herself, and he is being soooo perfectly insistent that she does already, and I know things are barely starting with them! I loved how I could feel his internal war, yet also not being able to not care. And I loved everything else about the chapter as well. The Fae Realm was so fun to imagine and experience. Thank you for the update <3 (Literally made my night, was having some bad days and this really cheered me up)
I'm sorry to hear you've been having some bad days but I'm glad that I could provide you with a bit of happiness, even if it was brief. Thank you for playing !
i started reading this IF months ago but genuinely, nothing had made me feel the way i'm feeling right now. chapter 12 was, holy moly. it feels like there's a pit in my stomach; as if i was living through everything that occurred in this latest chapter. i truly love this IF so much (ó﹏ò｡) and god, rylan... i am genuinely going insane over the complexity of the relationship between the MC (or well us kinda since the IF is first-person pov..) and them. the freaking silent exchanges this chapter i'm screaming ( ꩜ ᯅ ꩜;) i absolutely love the pace of the progression with rylan but i NEED something more NEOWWWW (⊙෴◎) sigh, i don't think i'm gonna be able to wait for the next chapter without going insane (◞‸◟；) author you are so amazing i love you and your writing so much pls don't explode
Wahh thank you so much! This is such a wonderful message. I love writing the dynamic between Rylan and the Hunter because it's so unique. There are so many routes you can take with it; it's extremely fun. I'm glad you like them as much as I do :)
I head cannon that my MC escaped from a cult and therefore has horrendous social skills.
😂
I wonder if the text is changed a bit based on how much like, how good your relationship with a character is 🧐
(I think i may found a typo or I'm just dumb but
I shift uncomfortably. She's right, of course. At the end of the day, despite how important I am, I'm only a cog in a w
. I don't even have the most power in my department, let alone the New York Institute—or the organization itself.
The sentence: ...despite how important I am, I'm only a cog in a w . And I'm wondering if it's missing the last word, I'm not native English speaker so i don't really know but just thought I'd
point it out(?)make a comment about itpoint it out is probably better so yeah... This comment feels so awkward)Here's a screenshot of how it looks
Thank you! This is definitely a bug. I'll fix it by tonight :)
I can't believe i forgot it's coming out today (we will not talk about that i already made a comment 14 hours ago.)
Played the new chapter for the first time (yes I'll replay it i need all the romances) and oh ma goddess- i- I don't know what else to say then i need more and
also can the author just marry me?[I should know when to stop talking, anyways] Why this If so good and addicting (not that I'm complaining tho 😌)Haha I'm glad you had fun!
RAHHH SO EXCITED TO SEE THE UPDATE
Oh wow its been an hour. Anyway that was awesome sauce!!!
Thank you! Glad you liked it :)
open my computer and realized the new chapter was coming out today, ran here and its been only 50 seconds since its release.
I can't believe that for the first time in history I'll be home when the update comes out
I hope you like it !!
Reread the story to get a refresher for tomorrow and realized that fashionably professional might not be available so seeing I still have it from my earlier save makes it feel like I got a limited time clothing choice. :)
Haha yeah, sorry about that! I revised some of the clothing categories a while back and I didn't realize I made a cut, whoops. But hey, you're one of the special ones now :)
Such an amazing game. So excited for the future of it and so happy from what I have already read. You should be proud. :]
Aw thank you! I'm glad you liked it :)
I am literally obsessed. Rylan makes me blush and giggle and kick my feet in the air.
As they should!
I just realized how tall the characters are, it's funny when i imagine my short (probably around 5'1 - 5'2) PC/MC standing next to Blane 😂
Hello great game so far on my second run but now noticing something. There is a typo
Thank you! I'll have it fixed for Friday's update :)
can you add more gender neutral clothing options? i know they say that any gender can wear any color but i feel like the masculine clothes are very femboy like
I think you can choose to dress in whatever you want no matter your gender, maybe i misunderstood your comment tho
I can definitely revise them! Any changes will be reflected by Friday's update :)
*HITS THE FOLLOW BUTTON WITH VIGOR*