LOTUS EATER PRINCESS - Book I

This is version 1.00 of the game, released on April 24, 2022. Check the README.txt to see a list of changes. As the name suggests, this is the first game in the series.

STORYIn the midst of everyday life, there are creatures known as "Delusions" that only exist within the Land of Shadows, a world that exists parallel to ours. Clouding the eyes of people, they hide the truth of the world underneath.
Those who are chosen by the Goddess Sophia are known as "Meisters"—those tasked with ridding the world of Delusions.
Ciara, one such Meister, suddenly finds her usually dull life changed in just a few days by a series of meetings...

GAMEPLAY
A visual novel/RPG hybrid. Half words, and half turn-based battles.
Whenever Ciara attacks or defends, an action bar appears. To deal the greatest amount of damage or defend against attacks, one must hit Z in time with the action bar.
Ciara can also equip charms that allow her to use skills or give her a passive advantage in battle. Charms can be found hidden around dungeons, so make sure to explore thoroughly!

CREDITS
Character portraits, character design, writing, and gameplay are done by yours truly.
MUSIC and SOUND EFFECTS
M-ART - Yume Nikki Fangame Music Pak - TAM Music Factory - 闇詠乃 功良の『つまらない曲だけど』- asobeat
GRAPHICS
The VIPRPG Resource Base - Masala-Uzi - First Seed Material - 白螺子屋 - COCOON - Ruta