Thorns Beneath the Wings

Thorns Beneath the Wings is a fantasy visual novel for players who want a slow-burn story of love tested by temptation. The tone is heavy and dramatic, with a focus on emotional strain rather than lighthearted romance.

Story

Sereneth, a fairy who gave up her timeless realm for love, and Caelen, a human warrior, set out on a royal mission to rescue a kidnapped princess from a rogue elven lord. Their route through the Forest of Myrlaen brings them to Olgrun, a strange guide who claims to know the only safe path forward. What starts as a rescue becomes a test of trust, loyalty, and the bond between them, as the forest's dangers prove to be as much emotional as physical.

Gameplay

The game unfolds as a narrative-driven visual novel, following fixed story paths rather than open exploration. Players read through Sereneth and Caelen's journey, with choices tied to different character routes, including Olgrun's path, that shape how the corruption and tension in their relationship develop. Progress is told through rendered scenes and animated sequences rather than any resource or stat management.

Features

• Rendered 3D scenes with animated sequences supporting key story moments
• Dual-perspective storytelling following both a female and male protagonist
• Branching character routes, including a distinct path centered on Olgrun