New Arrivals - Welcome to the Mizuchi merchandise store! You may purchase the game key for Ichi.io or Steam when the game is launched. The key is included for New Backers interested in the "Join the Fun" item (All Digital Goods + Access).
If you're a Kickstarter backer and satisfied with your pledge level, the goods should already be in your cart, so no need to add anything else. If you want to add any digital/physical goods or extras, you may buy them here as "add-ons".
Thanks again for your interest!
Latest Updates from Our Project:
7 Days Left! 6k! We're 70% Funded!
over 6 years ago
– Wed, Sep 05, 2018 at 09:55:34 PM
Wow, we’re 70% funded with just 1 week left! You guys are amazing! Thanks so much to those who have increased your pledge.
In case you missed it.... Beta Demo is Live!
If you haven’t gotten the chance yet, we highly encourage you to replay our demo as the beta version is up! There are still a few tweaks to be made, but the final version will be perfection!
Chibi Linh, another sticker and possible pin option!
Also, if you’ve played the demo (or seen the chibi sticker) this is not much of a spoiler but… enjoy this full view of Ai’s Mermaid form! (Which will appear outside of the CG in the full game).
Beautiful to look at and and listen to... but watch out!
A few people have expressed surprise that the Mermaid seen in the KS trailer is one of Ai’s forms… SURPRISE! We can’t wait for you to discover her other forms in the full game which come in a variety of shapes and sizes!
Thanks again everyone for helping spread the word! Every bit counts!
Also: We have been getting questions about if we will offer Backerkit. We have been considering offering it for add-on but only after we hit goal.
Q: How many of you would like the option for Backerkit for a chance to purchase add ons post KS for limited time?
Please let us know!
New Beta Demo!
over 6 years ago
– Wed, Sep 05, 2018 at 07:17:04 PM
Hello Everyone!
We're very happy to announce that we're releasing the Beta Demo now!
Only thing missing from finalizing the demo is a couple more songs from our meticulous composer Glim ^^; he said we needed more after playing the demo again lol. We're also working on a new title image after coordinating with the other game CGs.
Highly recommend playing this version if you haven't tried it yet. If you've already played the alpha (thank you!), you can wait for the finalized demo someday soon ^_^ it's a big polish job if anything.
Origins of Mizuchi - Creator’s Inspiration
over 6 years ago
– Wed, Sep 05, 2018 at 07:16:43 PM
Hey everyone! Thanks so much for backing us so far it means a lot! You're seriously the best! Given we have 2 weeks left we thought you'd like to enjoy some insight into the creation of the game while we continue working on writing, arts and music we hope to share soon!
Here's a section of the post Roxie did, which you can read in its entirety on tumblr:
Hello, Roxie here. The team is extremely pleased the alpha demo was released and overall well received by players. However, there is some confusion about the game’s setting that needs to be addressed from first impressions. It was somewhat explained on my very first post discussing character designs. Which you can find here: Mizuchi 白蛇心傳 Character Designs
If you would like to know “why” I made the decisions as I did, read on. I will bring up some backstory as to why Mizuchi was created as well. There’s also some spoilers if you haven’t played the demo:
Aikasa Collective is a team with a majority of us being of Asian descent. I’ll mention those that make up the general character design and setting. I am Vietnamese-American, Moonsta (Artist) is Taiwanese, and NatalieAO (Colorist) is from Hong Kong. We were all familiar with the Legend of the White Snake 白蛇傳 in our own way as it is that famous.
Why was Mizuchi 白蛇心傳 made?
As an avid yuri fan and a bi/pan woman, I really wanted to tell a yuri focused story. I wanted a “pretty” visual novel that had a gritty vibe in order to challenge myself writing things that made me uncomfortable. The story of the White Snake left a memorable impression on me when I was less than 10 years old. I remember going to a friend’s house, watching bits of it in Vietnamese dub (oh yes childhood). It was such a tragic story it affected me still as the image is seared in my memory. Reading up on it, I realized there has been many variations of the legend, but none with a yuri version ;D (that I’m aware of…). I’ve avoided watching any recent iterations of the legend to avoid being influenced as I’m encroaching on much different themes.
Is there any resemblance to the original tale in Mizuchi?
There is a main character that helps the “snake woman,” they fall in love, and the monk character plays a role. The monk’s role has changed through iterations as well, evil jealous villain to man who must save the MC’s soul. In my case I wanted to make a very kind and responsible nun. Jinhai was influenced by the Buddhist nuns who lived in my bedroom once I left to college. (Long story). I’m sure my “former nun now traveler” being a love interest was a very atypical choice. Is the game religious? Not at all. I love folklores, and I wanted to combine them also within this story :D I’ll give you a rough idea.
1) Legend of White Snake (Viet dubs, yep…)
2) Secret - Small Asian Tale (Dad taught me this one first, Puns)
3) Secret - Not really a tale (But I’ll use them…)
4) Beauty and the Beast (Subconscious I swear)
Where is Mizuchi taking place?
“Ancient Asia fantasy land”. Linh is from the “south”, Jinhai from the “north”, and Ai from … (you play you learn).
But the house looks Japanese!
Yes, I really think Japanese homes would be a culture shock to someone like Linh, it’s intentional. Tatami mats for example is not common in areas that have a high humidity levels. It’s much harder to maintain.
So where are they exactly?
You will find out in the main game. There is a (silly) explanation as to the house itself.
In the meantime you can find various posts about our KS and the game in general on Reddit, tumblr, and twitter. Please be sure to give us a boost! We will succeed! :D
Also we did added a few new FAQ to answer some repeated questions and address some concerns!
Whoo-hoo! We have reached 50%! + (shout-out)
over 6 years ago
– Wed, Sep 05, 2018 at 07:16:30 PM
Thank you to all of our new backers for helping us reach this milestone! We are halfway into this campaign as well! ^_^ Here is one of our favorite forms of Ai as a chibi.
Another Potential Keychain
It'll still be an uphill challenge to reach our final funding goal, so thanks again to all of those that have spread news of this game and campaign! Your help is extremely important and highly appreciated!
Game Assets Update:
The game is constantly being made bit by bit as each member works at their own pace to accomplish their work. Even if we can't always show you everything without spoiling the game, be reassured that we're serious and experienced with getting work done ^_^ We'll try to show more drafts and previews too :D First up is a rough sketch of the kitchen background. It's an important scene as Jinhai is in this area often. You'll also spend some time here too ^.~ Hope to show you the finalized work once it's ready!
Jinhai's Other Lair
Shout-out:
Our fellow developer Träumendes Mädchen is in the last few days of her campaign, another fairytale with yuri as well! Take a look if you haven't already :D
Chronotopia: Second Skin is a dark rewriting of the forgotten fairytale Donkeyskin inspired by a wide range of influences including anime like Madoka Magica and games like Steins;Gate. The story is a unique and more mature take that includes many twists and choices that affect the ending: the princess can either escape with her servant, become a fairy, or die a horrible death. Multiple times. It's up to you to save...or doom her.
Chronotopia: A Second Skin
Next Update Plans:
We'll have a new demo song to share with you from our composer Greg on the next update this week :D
First Milestone Achieved- 1k! Early Bird SOLD OUT!
over 6 years ago
– Wed, Sep 05, 2018 at 07:15:57 PM
We've hit our first milestone of 1k out of our 8k goal!
We're 15% funded! Thank you everyone who has backed us so far and helped spread the word! The first week isn't over yet, let's keep the momentum going! We're presently half way to 2k!
Also we've sold out on our discount "Early Bird" tier! You guys rock!
Boop the snoot! (Another preview of one of the stickers you can get!)
Be sure to keep in touch with us on our twitter as well as our tumblr!
If you have any questions feel free to ask them on one of our updates and we can add it to our Q&A!
