Game Testing Without Context:

So recently I finished reading Battle Royale which I was struggling to finish for quite a while. Not because it was bad (though it did have it's issues) but because I always pick it up at seemingly the worst time. The first time was the end of my Bachelors, this time it was during my Masters. But I did finish it, this time and that was partly because I was able to keep track by keeping a notebook, which I will show pictures from below.

(I don't know why tumblr decides to show them upside down but fuck me I guess. Also my writing may or may not be readable, i tend to have child doctor hand writing)

I did some drawings of the characters on the inside, as you can see. I did tend to favor the female characters, not gonna lie so that's why I've been drawing them. I just found less of them insufferable (also drawing girls is easier). Their appearance wasn't based on the books or the manga, though they did have a slight influnlence. I mostly got inspo from @dullahanart who is really talented.

Now I didn't hate all of the guys. I LOVED the Kiriyama family and their chapter/s were some of my favourite parts.

I also liked Shogo and I wish he was explored more outside of having to talk to Shuya.

Speaking of him. That is my main problem with the story. I couldn't stand half the people who were meant to be the main characters. It's a shame because Noriko and Shuuya have such potential (especially the former).

And I understand the point of Shinji, but only because I watched a video on the series that explained him way better than the book. I couldn't stand reading him, and I dreaded any chapter that involved him because I soon realised he was the culprit of why I couldn't finish the book before. Talk about an actual Gary Stew, and I'm not even using that as a buzz word here. I've never read such an unbearably perfect character.

I think instead of giving a main cast and telling them "these are the characters you should like", the story could have benefited from having no definitive main character or "winner". You can tell who is going to survive pretty early on, and honestly it really downplayed the steaks. I would have prefered if each character got equal attention so that nobody could tell who would come out of it. That way, one could really get more invested in the side characters, who are all the highlight of the book.

But I don't know, that's just my opinion. I honestly think I like the movie more, but I can at least say I prefer the book to the manga.

Doriririan Gray

Since everyone wants to see the connections between The Portrait of Dorian Gray and Izaya Orihara even though his favourite quote is from Lady Windermere I decided to keep that in mind while reading the book and my conclusions are:

Dorian Gray: Mikado Ryugamine

Basil Hallward: Masaomi Kida

Lord Henry: Izaya (BECAUSE NEITHER OF THEM EVER SHUT UP)

Please check it out. And make sure to play part 1 and 2 as well. Finishing this part got me emotional. I hope everyone enjoys!

Shizuo's Part 3 Download

Shizuo part 3 is finally here!

Per usual, the password is "Pudding". The guide for his part 3 is also in the description of the download page on Itch.io.

We hope you enjoy Shizuo's part 3!

Love the idea that by virtue of having dated Izaya, Mikage is one of the few people who aren't afraid of him

Just, oh who's this monster of Ikebukuro?... You mean my cringefail high-school boyfriend?

Seriously? This is the guy you're afraid of?

The guy who went on a monologue about Macbeth for 30 minutes standing on a table at lunch? That loser? Give me a break here guys.

Everyone's like that Izaya he's a cunning fiend who destroys all that gets near him.

And Mikage's like you know he names his knives, right?

Thanks for tagging me. It's fun when people include me in these sorts of things. A lot of stuff has happened.

Last Song: Ain't Worried by One Republic (not by choice. It was on the radio. Though I ain't gonna lie it gave me inspiring summer vibes...in August).

Last Show: Rewatched Kuroko no Basket. Lots of thoughts have emerged now that I've glanced into this fandom again. Good for KnB. Bad for other fandoms. Kinda cried about it.

Currently watching: My friend got me watching the Witcher. I have to close my eyes during nude scenes, but for the most part I like it.

Currently Reading: Put everything on pause and am reading Radio Silence by Alice Oseman. I beg everyone, read their writing. If you give a shit about LGBT issues, I suggest you read some actual representation and pick up one of their books.

Tagging (I'm picking at random. Sorry in advance. Don't have to do it if don't want): @pasta-monster-of-death @ami-box @demytasse @fuck-terfs-w-pussy @hihi-jets @jill-makes-art @kufuutarou12 @luciferianslewfoot @crystallilly1991

9 people I want to get to know better !!

got tagged by @evilkaeya!! thank you ♥️♥️♥️

last song: i love it loud by kiss (but ratt’s round and round has been in my head all day)

last show: stranger things ( it has my heart 🥰)

currently watching: I’m rewatching stranger things and crazy ex gf but I’m watching only murders in the building as it releases 🥰

currently reading: little women, heartstopper, rw&rb, henna wars, and a ridiculous amount of fic (yes that’s a lot but yes I’m having fun)

tagging 9 mutuals (seriously 0 pressure only do it if you want to ♥️ you all): @primeguardian @karenwheelerlegendbehaviour @hawkinsp0st @w1llb7ers @bylrlvr @chartreuse-goose @deanismysavior @gaysdontcry @midnightmoon27 & any other mutuals/followers who wanna do it ♥️

If you haven't seen the other parts or the normal route, please check em out before playing this one. It feels so weird to get this part done. Kinda sad, but i know it's about time we got this done and moved onto Shizuo's route. Thank you for all the support so far and stay tuned for more Ikebukuro Records! And don't forget to reblog and spread the word!

Izaya’s Part 3 is finished!

It’s been a long journey, but Izaya’s route is finished. We look forward to your thoughts on the endings and the conclusion to Izaya’s story in Ikebukuro Records. The password, as always, is Baccano. 

Download the game here!

Please remember the difference between plot twist and story whiplash.

The cast playing Among Us

Shizuo: IT WAS IZAYA!

Izaya: what?

Masaomi; yeah he's acting pretty Sus

Izaya: I'm not even playing the game

Celty: Then how come we can hear you?

Izaya: I'm spying on you, duh

Riku: Yeah that's pretty Sus

Izaya: eh?

Anri: I'll vote Orihara-san

Izaya: hold on

Mikado: Same here

MC: Guys let's just vote skip.

Shinra: nah I'm voting Izaya

Izaya: I just said--

Namie: Everybody vote Izaya

Izaya: Namie you aren't playing eit-- >gets pushed out the window<

>Izaya was ejected<

Random Theory

So like, I know I already talked to a friend about this, and someone has probably said it before, but....

What if the milk lady was Sayaka when she was younger. It might explain why she and Anri look so alike aside from lazy character design.

Timeline wise, that would probably mean she was dating her future husband at the time, then got married and had her daughter the year after. That could tie into why their marriage fell apart, because they rushed into a relationship.

Of course, she would probably get contacts and grow her hair out along the way, but still this adds some satisfaction in me.

Anyway, just my random silly thoughts.