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thebarontheabyss · 23 days

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Patrons of TBOTA, the update is now officially live!!!

A new night shift has begun at your bar—one that will change everything.

Meet Cassy - A young demigod has taken refuge in your bar, bringing big revelations. Drink milkshakes with her and uncover secrets!

Peisinoe is in a bind, and the stage calls for an unexpected hero—will it be you? Perform live on stage (or simply ask the Raven to read poetry) and save the day!

Helped a certain celestial couple solve their marital quarrel? Meet them at the bar and discover more about them!

Navigate through a night of challenges: impress a nightlife journalist, diffuse a potential brawl, and maybe play Cupid for Shelly.

Start your romance paths with Hastur and Peisinoe.

And FINALLY: Face the Raven, get your answers - but beware, you might not like what he has to say.

UGH, I'm beyond thrilled to release this update and can't wait to hear what you think!

Remember: Your feedback on the update is invaluable to me. Send it via ask or leave a comment on the COG forums. Everything is valid, from your love to your critique. I can handle both! :)

(LINK TO WIP)

HAVE FUN IN THE ABYSS!

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mistermegee · 5 months

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So I, of course, found a new IF to read since I’m addicted to them and fell for this adorable shy cutie, Death, from @thebarontheabyss. You can choose his style and I chose to make him a lil’ business man because death is serious business, lol. The IF is super charming so far and I can’t wait to read more and smooch him up. >:D

Edit: I futzed with his face and the rim light a tad. I like it better now.

#my art #thebarontheabyss #death #artists on tumblr #interactive fiction #I’m super proud of this one #also obligatory birb

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calithso · 2 months

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small tbota art dump 'cause the brainrot is hitting me hard

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characters from @thebarontheabyss

#the bar on the abyss if #the bar on the abyss fanart #tbota death #tbota raven #tbota morgana #tbota lilith #tbota he without name #my art #my bartender doesn't have a set name yet #she looks so good tho #that's my wife #also please play the bar on the abyss

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thebarontheabyss · 2 months

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Victory belongs to the most persevering.

And to seize it, one must be willing to climb and never look back.

But in the depths of Hell, the climb never ends.

The 56th Devil Prince Lilith/ Damian knows it better than most. From the moment of their infernal birth, when their dear mother pulled them out of the fires of Hell, their existence has been defined by the unyielding drive to plot, betray, manipulate, climb, and climb again.

Now, at the cusp of their grandest scheme, they encounter you. An unexpected... variable.

And suddenly, another realm of possibility emerges - one beyond the ceaseless climb for power.

But can a devil truly choose to reject the ladder?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 1 month

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Fame is a double-edged sword.

Some people are blessed with innate talents that set them apart from others from the moment of their birth.

One might use it to reach the star - or even become one.

But talent is only a wheel, and with fame as its destination, you will be doomed to the most cursed realization of all: there is no meaning to it.

And a meaningless existence can turn a soul bitter.

Some might think death will save them from the burden of it, but they will soon discover that it will follow them to their afterlife, remaining there for all eternity.

Peisinoe was a victim of fame's double edge.

Once a diva of the realm of Helicon, Peisinoe came to your bar as its new performer. Here, their melodies weave through the ethereal space, each note a question posed to the silence of the afterlife:

Is that all there is?

Meeting you, they might finally find an answer. Would your company, or even love, help them sing a new song?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 1 month

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Nothing comes without a price.

That is the fundamental rule of the cosmos, from its creation to its eventual demise.

Every decision ripples through eternity, and a price must be paid for each.

Those who can see through the sands of time know this better than most - but mortals, sad little creatures, will never see the forest for the trees.

When the time comes to pay the price, it's always too late.

Old Yaga, once a wise soothsayer, has seen this repeatedly through her fleshless, diamond-made eyes, which allow her to glimpse through the veil of time and space.

Are they a boon, a mystical gift bestowed upon her for services rendered to forces unknown?

Or perhaps, they serve as a reminder of a price too great to pay.

Nowadays, she has turned her gaze toward the flow of coins, the only currency she trusts.

Her fortunes have changed, and she wonders if past settled fates can be re-negotiated.

However, the question remains:

Will she be willing to pay the price?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 4 months

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Everything has an end - all but the work.

The endless work of Death.

When did it all begin? They ask themself in those quiet moments when the whispers of departing souls and the weight of their untold stories become too much to bear.

But they chose to forget, and now there's only the work.

Eternal as Death is – a constant through the ages, an unending presence – there lies within them a yearning, a quiet longing for the essence of life. To experience the vibrancy of existence, to savor the rich tapestry of sensory wonders – sight, touch, taste, feel. Yet, how can the Reaper ever sow?

But now, the currents are shifting. Stirrings from an epoch long past, from a time before time itself held meaning, are beginning to resonate. Something ancient is awakening, calling out to Death, urging them to remember the forgotten dawn of their existence, to confront the genesis of their endless watch.

Will you hold their hand at the end?

Art by Angel M.Stieben

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thebarontheabyss · 2 months

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Welcome to Memoriam.

A realm where knowledge is both a duty and a salvation.

The secret to the whispers that haunt your dreams lies within its ancient confines.

One name will lead you to the truth: Tehomot, the god of the unknown.

In this realm, where the past intertwines with the present, you will navigate through trials, uncover hidden truths, and encounter the gods themselves—some ensnared in eternal slumber, others locked in an unending battle.

What will be the cost of knowledge?

A massive update of over 30K words to The Bar of the Abyss!

This is a standalone quest starting from Chapter 4, available if The Witch has joined your bar.

Discover 6 unique endings, weaving a tale of love, duty, and legacy —each laden with potential joy - or madness and despair.

Romance opportunities with Death, The Witch, and even Hastur!

The truth is unfolding — learn more about the origins of Hastur and He Without Name.

Choices and consciences — navigate carefully, for your quest for understanding may lead to unforeseen conclusions.

Books and lore abound — journals, testimonies, and secrets await those who seek to unravel the mysteries of TBOTA.

START YOUR JOURNEY

I'm sooooooooo glad to release this update finally!

Thank you for patiently waiting for it. I'm excited to hear your thoughts on this new chapter of TBOTA.

Your feedback—be it on plot nuances, pacing, or even the slightest typo—is invaluable.

And if you REALLY want to help, add your feedback to the thread on the COG forums as well!

Every comment will help the game move forward to completion.

HAVE FUN READING 🌑

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thebarontheabyss · 2 months

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Guilt is not solely the domain of mortals.

It is divine, a force of profound transformation or destruction, capable of defeating the gods themselves.

So how can anyone ever hope to triumph over it?

The name "Hastur" was once whispered with dread across worlds, etched in the annals of countless wars. And then she came, and a choice was made.

And he set on a path that is seldom chosen.

Centuries have passed since Hastur emerged from the remnants of his former self, vowing his sword would no longer dictate fates but offer protection.

And now, as fate draws near, knocking at the doors of your bar, another knock is made: she has returned, and the guilt must be confronted at last.

Hastur faces one final challenge: a battle for divine redemption.

Will you stand beside him when it comes?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 2 months

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Mortal life is a transient dance in search of meaning.

In their boundless ambition, some dare to reach beyond the veil, aspiring to grasp the very essence of creation.

Their pursuit is relentless, a journey through the arcane mysteries that bind the universe, which they name magic. Yet, magic is a capricious ally, its brilliance as perilous as it is potent, offering enlightenment and oblivion in equal measure.

This lonely path is well-trodden by the witch Morgan/a, whose quest for transcendence is marked by solitude.

Yet, anchoring them to the mortal coil are two threads: Pepper, their loyal Familiar, bound by a vow to shield Morgan/a from their own excesses, and the memory of a mentor, once a beacon of wisdom, now lost to the shadows.

As these tethers fray, Morgan/a stands at a crossroads, their journey poised between greatness and ruin. Will their path lead to apotheosis, desolation, or perhaps an unexpected love?

Their fate converges upon a singular nexus: You.

Will the magic last?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 3 months

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We are so back baby!

My NYC tour is over and done, and while it was a busy trip, I am happy to announce I managed to write most of the upcoming instalment for The Bar on the Abyss!

This means the Memoriam journey update will be released NEXT FRIDAY - the 16th of Feb.

I’m sorry it took so long, but what was supposed to be a segment inside Chapter 5 turned out to be as lengthy as a regular chapter - so the good news is that this update is a massive one!

See you soon 🌒

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thebarontheabyss · 5 months

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A taste of what's to come; An echo in eternity's hum, For your bar, at the edge of space and time. Will you weave a haven, a spectral sum, Or in the abyss's embrace, become undone?

#choice of games #cog #interactive fiction #choicescript #hosted games #wip #hosted game #fiction #interactive novel #thebarontheabyss #if update #if game #if wip #chapters #tbota #the bar on the abyss

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thebarontheabyss · 29 days

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The tragedy of death is life's unfulfilled potential.

Dreams never formed, paths never trodden, kisses never felt.

Not all dead are equal. In the afterlife, some spirits bear the weight of what could have been. They cling to the mortal realms, tied by their unfulfilled desires.

While others learn to let it go.

Shelly's spirit, so filled with life - yet untimely taken, carries such weight.

Awakened at the abyss's brink, she finds herself bound by the chains of life's unfulfilled potential, yearning for the earthly home she left behind.

Enter you, a spirit newly formed just like her. In your essence, Shelly glimpses a kinship—a potential guide through the afterlife's unknowns or perhaps a reminder of her lingering ties to the mortal world.

Will you be the key to her acceptance, or will you only tighten the chains that tether her to what was unfulfilled?

Artwork by Timothy S

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thebarontheabyss · 4 months

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Well, not exactly small, but still - happy to announce an update for Chapter 4! I made tons of bug fixes (no more stat breaking up; sorry for the fans who loved breaking them!) and added the prelude for Chapter 4, where you can learn more about the enigmatic Tehomot, the god of the unknown.

The rest of Chapter 4 will include six individual “parts” - different stories inside and outside the bar.

The first part will be a big road trip to the realm of Memoriam - the graveyard of dead deities. Joining you will be Death, The Witch, Hastur, and He Without Name!

This part will drop sometime next week, with the following parts dropping in the following weeks.

For chapter 4, at the moment, you won't need a new save file :D

DEMO LINK

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thebarontheabyss · 5 months

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Chapter 3 is out now!

"The Bar on the Abyss" invites you for a night you won't forget: live music, dead spirits, and an all-out brawl in the yard - TO THE DEATH (well, in a past sense, since most of the patrons are already dead).

📚 Game Updates:

The full game is now at 110k words!

Chapter 3 features 11 different endings. Your choices and romance(s) throughout the chapter will lead you to each unique conclusion.

Heads up: This chapter includes sexual themes, alcohol abuse, and a bit of good ol' violence.

🔥 Spoilers Alert (For Those Stuck at Home for Thanksgiving):

You get to take care of a very drunk Death. It's as messy as it sounds.

First time tasting of the Devil and the Witch. Or maybe both at the same time? Your choice.

See Hastur's sword in action (and NO, this is NOT an innuendo).

Deal with some unpleasant customers - and give those mortal butts a good kicking!

Meet a hot nymph knight, who's also a romance option (just not for you, sorry!).

Be the big spoon (small spoon update coming soon, I promise).

To avoid possible bugs - I recommend starting a new playthrough. Good opportunity to check out new appearance customization options!

Have a blast playing - after all, you only die once!

READ HERE

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thebarontheabyss · 5 months

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Wrote 15 endings for Chapter 3, and now I have to write 15 variations for the morning after.

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