Idea Factory International has revealed plans to bring the otome visual novel Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights to the Nintendo Switch in the West by 2025. Alongside the standard edition, a limited edition will be exclusively offered through the IFI Online Store in North America and Europe, with specific contents yet to be disclosed. Each purchase, whether standard or limited edition, will include an exclusive trading card, adding an extra incentive for fans.
World Setting:
Status and occupation determined by birth month
Eastern kingdom of Temirana
Character Introduction:
Third princess born with a birthmark on her forehead
Dubbed the "Cursed Princess," forced to live away from family
Turning Point:
Approaching 16th birthday
Attends Helis Duelm dueling tournament
Discovery:
Observes five men glowing intensely
Possesses a unique power that warns her of danger
Decision Making:
Trusts her intuition despite warnings
Invites the five men to join her knights' order
Challenges Ahead:
Some lack swordsmanship skills
Others are indifferent to knighthood
Can they overcome the impending tragedy?
Creative Team:
*Director: Ayumi Takagi (known for "Hana Yaka Nari, Waga Ichizoku")
*Main Scenario Writer: Uta Amemiya ("Charade Maniacs")
*Character Designer: Nitaka (from "Touken Ranbu")
*Developed by otome mainstay ichicolumn
*Deep storyline with political intrigue, romance, and drama
*Explore the hierarchy of the Temirana royal family
*Delve into personal histories of the Tragic Knights
*Follow Princess Cecilia as she navigates her duties and relationships with her newly appointed royal guard
Unique Gameplay Mechanics:
*Fortune Favors the Lucky Princess:
Special ability to foresee danger highlighted by a glow
Players make critical choices to navigate and avoid potential tragedies
*The Ultimate Choice is Yours!:
Paramount decisions shape the storyline
Unlock specific epilogues tied to character endings through these choices