Application Description

In the enchanting world of "Heavens' Revolution: A Lion Among the Cypress," a Persian steampunk empire awaits your mastery of arcane alchemy. Will you harness this ancient art to repair a khalicraft spaceship and escape to new realms, or will you commandeer a formidable mech into the heart of battle? The choice is yours, as you stand at the precipice of a revolution in the ancient city of Seyj.

This interactive retrofuturistic fantasy novel, penned by Peter Adrian Behravesh, draws inspiration from eighteenth-century Iran. With a staggering 270,000 words and countless choices, your journey is entirely text-based, relying solely on the boundless power of your imagination. No graphics or sound effects are needed to immerse you in this richly woven narrative.

As an adept in alchemy, you stand at the forefront of both magic and technology, delving into the science that governs both the material world and the celestial realms. Your skills allow you to concoct gunpowder, engineer complex machines, brew potent potions to combat the gravest of diseases, and craft exquisite perfumes. Yet, the lost art of astralchemy beckons, offering the potential to restore a khalicraft spaceship or pilot a colossal mech.

Seyj, your home, teeters on the edge of upheaval. Fifty years ago, the She'ri Empire invaded, toppling the old ruler and occupying your planet. With heritage from both She'ri colonists and ancient Seyj families, your loyalties are divided. As a citizen, you are bound to serve in the Royalists' army, defending the satrap governor. However, the Revolutionists' protests grow louder each day, demanding the overthrow of the satrap and the restoration of the old regime.

When the Revolutionists seek your allegiance, will you align with their quest for justice? Will you remain steadfast in your duty to the satrap? Or will you navigate a perilous path, playing both sides as a cunning spy? Beware, for the wrong move could place you on the sharp end of a shamshir's blade.

Your journey allows you to:

• Play as male, female, or nonbinary; gay, straight, bi, or asexual.
• Master arcane astralchemy to forge powerful weapons, establish your own workshop, or secure a prestigious professorship at the University.
• Ascend the military ranks and lead an army in defense of the satrap.
• Or, join the revolution, topple the usurper, and restore the rightful ruler to her throne.
• Find romance with a fellow soldier, a blacksmith-turned-rebel, or a princess.

In "Heavens' Revolution: A Lion Among the Cypress," the question looms large: Is gaining the world worth losing your soul?

Role playing