MBML Chapter 2 - Episode 1

⚠️ WARNING: Rambling Incoming ⚠️

Alrighty, here we are.

For those of you who got to play the Sicae update—hope you had a blast! But I know most of you are probably here for this bit of news: We’re finally heading back to work on MBML! 🎉

Now, we’re not diving straight into development just yet (your boy still needs some rest 😮‍💨), but yep—it’s official. We’re jumping back into MBML for three new episodes, and after that... well, we’ll just have to see where the ride takes us. 😅

But before we dive into what’s coming, let’s rewind a bit.

I know some of you weren’t exactly thrilled about the whole three-year time skip—and hey, that’s fair. There are a bazillion reasons to be skeptical. But I’ve already made peace with the fact that this could go south real quick. But if you know me, you know I love digging into the past. It’s my thing—and it’s what both games have been doing all along. That’s not about to change.

That said, the time marches forward, and leading the charge in Chapter 2 – Episode 1 is none other than Klara.

She and Kei didn’t get much intimate development in Chapter 1, so watching that dynamic unfold is gonna be… spicy. And I'll tell you, her arc needed that time skip. No way around it.

If I had to sum up Klara’s storyline? Simple, but powerful. It’s not one of those arcs that’ll leave you lying awake at 3 AM questioning your entire life… probably. (Seriously, it's not.😂)

I spent days trying to finish her story—wanted to treat her like a real woman, not just pull inspiration from mm-hm, because... she is our mm-hm. 😌 I’ve come to realize I’ve been overcomplicating things lately—not just with her, but across the board. So I stripped it back, kept it clean, and focused on what matters: character depth. Let’s see how far we can take this one.

Now don’t worry—this isn’t turning into the Klara Show™. We’re also laying down a fresh foundation with some new story threads, so everyone’s gonna get their time in the spotlight. New mysteries, fresh drama, and the gang’s all grown up now… well, mostly. 🤣

Let me make this loud and clear: Chapter 2 is gonna be deeply character-driven. There's barely any main story.

So Nii, does that mean more romance? Yup! But MBML isn’t just about heart-flutters and hand-holding.

A huge chunk of Chapter 2 is dedicated to Kei—our MC. You’ve probably wondered why I gave him that power or ability. It’s not just to make him look cool or to flex on enemies while saving his onaholes. It’s something personal. Something he’s gonna have to wrestle with on a deeper level. I won’t spoil it here, but you’ll know exactly what I mean the second Episode 1 starts.

So... Nii, are you gonna make us cry again? Well… no. And also... yeah. 😅 Chapter 2’s mostly good vibes and wholesome content, but don’t get too comfy. There’s definitely some emotional gut-punches coming your way.

Anyway, I’ll save the spoilers for the Status Reports.

Oh, and before I go, I’ll be posting character renders of everyone in their new looks—one for each. These are not teasers, just design showcases. And to the Freya redesign haters out there... she’s going up first. 😈

As always, take care, stay awesome, and thanks for sticking with me.

-NiiChan

Love Interests:

• Freya Agnor
  
  Our little gamer/streamer minx in her natural habitat.

• Sky Hahn
  
  Her beauty's clear as morning skies,
  He sees it when he shuts his eyes.
  No words he speaks could quite compare,
  For all he seeks, he finds her there.
  

• Moon Chi / Tsukigami Sora
  
  Thank thee for the blessing, the vigor I wield,
  In the day's honest toil, across the expansive field.
  May the soft day shine on my path ever bright,
  As I fulfill my role, the bringer of light.
  
  Amen

• Gwen Wilson
  
  For you, I'd surrender everything...
  My dreams,
  My music,
  My voice,
  Even the songs I was born to sing,
  Just to be your silence when words fall short...

• Emma Meyer
  
  No, I don't want this.
  I only want you all for myself,
  Selfishly,
  Wholly,
  Completely.
  But if your joy lies beyond my reach…
  Then I'll swallow my pride with bleeding lips.
  
  I may not wear a cape or wield power,
  But I'd still put myself between you and the world's cruelty,
  Even if the price is a bullet to the head, and a name you'd forget.

• Aine Agnor
  
  As time flew by, I could feel the world shifting all around us,
  But in my heart, I was determined to hold onto what we had.
  I was nervous about... "change."
  I wanted nothing to disturb the simple beauty of our connection.
  Every day, I promised myself to cherish our bond,
  Keeping it pure and safe from life's madness.
  It felt like my personal treasure, and I was set on protecting everyone at all costs.
  
  But...

• Naomi Rosenthal
  
  Soul stitched twice,
  Frayed by scent, not sugar nor spice.

• Lily Kim
  
  When we meet again, will you still see me as the person you once knew…
  Or just a stranger who used to mean something?
  Maybe you'll still see something familiar in me…
  Even if time has changed everything else.

• Klara Hahn
  
  You made my time run again,
  Just when I'd learned to live without it,
  Just when I thought I'd buried every part of me that ever looked at you… differently.

• Aoife Lochlainn
  
  My eyes have been cursed to see the darkness in people…
  Every lie...
  Every crack in their soul...
  But you… There's nothing in you...
  No darkness. Just… "empty" expanse of white..

Supporting Characters:

I'm guessing you already know them, no need for flashy intros or long-winded speeches. No big reveals this time either.
There should be more (and obviously, Shu's a given), but these are the key supporting characters who'll be getting the most screen time in MBML's final chapter.
This should officially wrap up the character showcases.
And yeah… sorry the quality isn't quite on par with the Love Interests. I seriously need to crash soon.

Additionally, Sicae Episode 7 is already available for Passion tiers!
https://www.patreon.com/posts/sicae-episode-7-132410644