Chapter 4, News and what's next!

Hello there! It’s been a year without updates (I know, what a cliché joke, but I couldn’t help it).

Finally, Chapter 4 is here! I wish I could’ve finished it earlier—I really intended to—but I was hit by some misfortunes and health issues that badly steered my ship off course.

I’m still not at one hundred percent, but with the help of some medication, I was able to find the strength to sit down and resume my work. For now, let’s hope things stay that way on the health front.

Moving on to Elleria itself, it’s important to note that Chapter 5 will be the last and final update for Elleria Book 1—that’s going to be a wrap from me. However, that doesn’t mean your journey is over, and it certainly doesn’t mean my work is done.

Even without feedback from you kind folks, I’m well aware of many issues that need to be addressed, and my to-do list is anything but short.

Once Chapter 5 is finished (which is my main focus at the moment), I’ll deliver another update before Elleria leaves Early Access and proceeds to full release.

I also plan to go back and rewrite or rework Chapters I and II so they’re on par with Chapters III and onward. Frankly, the writing can’t even compare right now—Chapters I and II make the rest of the game look bad by comparison.

There are also a few more items on my to-do list. While I’ll say upfront that Elleria – Book II won’t be started right away, rest assured there’s something else in the works!

With Elleria Book 1 wrapped, I’ll be focusing on adding more content to the game. I’d like to share a bit of information about what that will involve.

One of the upcoming updates will focus on the war table system—a standalone update that lets you influence the game world and its political state. This will be a choice-based feature presented mostly in a textual format. It’s aimed at those who enjoy interactive, narrative-driven elements; if that’s not your cup of tea, you’re free to skip it!

With Chapter 4 comes the introduction of a new character named Silas Varros. I won’t say much more to avoid spoilers, but you’ll notice a certain aspect I’ve added that I intend to explore further.

Although this is already explained in the game, I’ll repeat it here for clarity. If you like what you see of Silas in Chapter 4, you’ll have the chance to play as him in Elleria’s DLC.

In the DLC, you’ll step into the role of a professional assassin under Eliot’s mentorship, indulging in some classic “stabby” gameplay across Elleria through multiple choice-based missions.

I could go on, but this post is already long enough! So, without further ado, I hope you enjoy Chapter 4.

As I mentioned before, I’m fully aware of Elleria’s flaws and shortcomings. Rest assured, they have not escaped the watchful gaze of Azhaq’tel, and they will be dealt with—mercilessly!