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Drowning Song of the Stagnant Sea

A dark fairy tale set in the deep sea. The fated encounter between a sea monster and a human forever changes their lives in this visual novel. Contains platonic yuri.

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April 16, 2026
108 days ago
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Very Positive67 reviews89.6%

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About the Game

Synopsis -

Gisela, a scylla of unusual beauty for her race, has always longed to be even more beautiful.
One night, she discovers a human singing a mysterious song by the shore.
The human, Aisha, is the most beautiful thing she has ever seen.
Consumed by envy, Gisela wants nothing more than to kill and devour her.

Details -

Drowning Song of the Stagnant Sea is a visual novel about the fated encounter of a human and a scylla. You will choose how the story progresses. Depending on your choices, Gisela may devour Aisha, or fight against her urges.

What lurks beneath the surface of their souls? Peer into the depths of a fairytale about madness, sorrow, and love that transcends species.

The mermaid may yet find the happiness she was promised.

- Features -

・Point-and-click style visual novel interface

・Picture book style illustrations

・Branching story paths that lead to four unique endings

・Scene selection, a glossary, and a gallery

・An extra story unlocked after reaching at least one ending

・Playtime approx: 3 - 5 hours

Characters -

Gisela: A scylla in obsessive pursuit of greater beauty. Selfish and cruel.

Aisha: A woman who sings in silence after losing her voice.