Status update Episode 11
I wrote a lot of dialogue this week. At first, I focused on writing Sage content, and I reached a point in the episode with a gap in the canon story. I continued to write and partially fill that gap. Along the way, I also wrote some other scenes that were missing. I estimate I wrote a +500 render amount worth of dialogue.
After this, I noticed my animation queue was getting uncomfortably low, but I wasn't ready to pose animations for the remaining lewd scenes yet. This led me to pose a planned cutscene animation instead. It took me one and a half days to pose the 23 animations needed for this cutscene, which will be close to a minute long. 43 animation files are currently in the render queue.
I've started working on static renders again. In the upcoming week, I will primarily work on art for Sage's branch and likely some canon scenes. I have a couple more Sage scenes to write, but her exclusive content has taken form.
The Josy/Maya, Others, and Bella branches will receive similar treatment after I work on Sage. As you may be aware, Jill's branch is close to completion.
I want to thank everyone for your warm support this week. I'm humbled and touched by every comment since Monday. It feels amazing to have this community be supportive even during trying times and I won't forget that.
Love
Dr PinkCake
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indeed the best still on going, c.sunsets awesome sad it ended.. This great work by DPK will be forever remembered as a cornerstone of Just how to do it. I had to take flack on steam for having so many hours logged playing lol i told the person you do you i wanted to see all the scenes. Why that concerns you i don't know go troll some one else
at least there's still the epilogue left for Sunsets, had to try it when i ran into Jaye in Leap of Faith... Because i like my fiery redheads (Sage, Jaye...) i quite liked the rather fresh Race of Life
Also Quinn needs to be a main girl. I said what I said.
LOL yeah you said it and its out there. I kinda agree.
Doc, I was thinking about the work of a game with branching story arc's. I came to the (uneducated mind you) conclusion that the work will only get larger as you go on. Baring eliminating characters outright. You have to account for (almost) every choice you gave us, the phone interactions as well. SO episode 12 is going to take even more work than the ones before it? Right? I'm not concerned with the wait, I am curious about how branching story lines go.
Yes, you are correct about how branching works. I view it as looking at a tree and Episode 1 is at the bottom of the tree. As you move up along the tree, you see branches, and when you've reached the top of the crown, you're at the end of the game. The further into the game we get, the longer it takes to account for all branches and choices, and that's indeed the main reason the episodes are this big by now. I must be mindful of how choices affect the story and where to restrict player choice/freedom, but I also had the vision of making a game where choices truly matter. There are ways to make an episode smaller, but it depends on the story being told within it. For example, if I were to tell a lot of canon story and limit the branched content, the episode would get smaller - just look at the interlude as an example. Choosing how to pace the branched content is also a way to manage content per episode, this leads to certain characters getting less screentime in an episode - and I have employed this already and try to keep it balanced between the cast members. When creating a branched game like this, a lot of time goes into planning.
You're the best dude! You gave us so much it's normal we give back!
Things take as long as they take. That we get anything is a blessing we should always remain mindful of how blessed we are to get them. Why wouldn’t the community to be supportive…as you and your works and the community you created gave been supportive to all of us here I myself doubt I would still be around were it not for the community on discord or the story of the game helping keep me from falling completely into the dark pit my life has been trying to push me down the past few years. Never forget it doc, you have a veritable army of fans who would give their all to help you through anything you face, just as you have given them an out,et for support
First of all Thanks for the Update info Doc! excited to see it ! hopefully we can see during the holidays but no rush masterpiece takes time! Praying for more happier days for you doc!
as much as i want to see episode 11 I'd much rather wait while you get some time to yourself doc no matter what the wait is you deserve it
I hope you are doing okay Doc. Dont worry us we could wait 2 weeks more. You should take your time for yourself. We are here to support you.
I'm happy that you are productive again DPC.
Wooow, amazing, everything
That is great news DPC. Don’t forget to get some “Me” time as well. We are here to support not only your work but also to support in any way needed. Stay strong Brother!
Be well, and know that we all feel the pain of loss as we walk further down the road.. Know its ok to lose yourself in work for a bit but that just dulls the pain and it will come back at odd times as some smell or scene or picture will trigger a memory and you know it will never happen again.. I will never talk to my Dad again, he was my rock the person who always had something positive to say no mater how dark it seemed. Love the traction on the game but be nice to yourself, and give yourself some time..
You have our full support.
Thanks for the update Doc keep up the good work and stay strong 💪💪
Sounds FIRE!!! Thanks for the update, Doc! That's what I love about this AVN community. One of the best communities I've ever been a part of! We have been with you for years now. We experience everything as one. We're like a BIG EXTENDED FAMILY 😁🥰!!!
Good stuff DPC. The custscene animations are amazing 🤩. Can't wait for it! Enjoy your weekend.
Thanks for the update DPC. Stay strong
ThNks for the update pink!
Thanks for the update. We appreciate all the work you do.
Ill keep sending positive thoughts your way, and as always i'm looking forward to the next episode, and appreciate your transparency on every aspect of what is going on, something a lot of other developers dont do. I hope you have a good weekend and stay strong.
Stay well Doc, we're here.
Thanks for the update. Take your time =)
I upped my sub after seeing your recent post. It sounds like you're going to have some extra responsibilities. I know it isn't much, but as someone who recently went through it, I know every bit extra helped me. Keep your head up, I hope BaDIK is a positive outlet to help you escape, not an added stress to add to your shoulders.
Thank you mam. Take care of yourself
Take all the time you need, we know you'll only put out something if its perfect, best regards
Thank you for the update Doc. We got your back brother. That magic you are making is worth waiting for.
Thank you Dr., for a true work of art the wait is worth it!
Thanks for the update, we are all waiting for episode 11
Hey Doc, Thanks for the detailed DevLog. It's amazing how much work such a "short" sequence does. It's good to see that your work is distracting you from your grief. I know that from myself too. And I don't want to talk so much about the game today. We are here for you and thinking of you. All the strength and love in the world to you.
Thanks for the update. Looking forward to it. Just hoping that there is a Zoey route.
Thanks for the update Doc, You are receiving only what you deserve from the community. I hope you are doing ok, and I hope you have an easy weekend
Thank you doc for the update. I can say that this community cares about you more that you would have guessed. But that is a good thing, as this you can use to motivate you on current and future updates/projects. Keep it up doc...
Thanks for the update. Are you doing alright?
Thanks doc!
Wow all that work for 1 minute, really puts it into perspective! Your effort is appreciated, have a good weekend Doc!
Thank you for the update!
SAGE, YEAH! Thanks for the update Doc.
Thanks as always Doc. Hope you’re doing well.
We love you dpc
Thanks for the update, we will be here for you, you have transformed a lot of lives for the better with your games