Tavern Talk - A Cozy Visual Novel
A cozy visual novel about running a tavern in a D&D-inspired fantasy! Gather rumors, serve magical drinks, and meet adventurers on a life-changing quest.
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What to Expect
This is not a management game!
š§āāļø Play the tavern owner.
š D&D inspired story: Over 20 colorful characters.
š³ļøāš LGBTQ+ positive representation.
š At least 12h of immersive reading on your first play-through.
š Multiple endings.
š¹ Casual drink mixing & quest building.
š« No tavern management, no economy.
ā ļø Content warning. mentions of death, grief, and violence.
You Walk into A Tavernā¦
ā¦and get to work! You are the owner of the Wayfarerās Inn, a popular watering hole in the fantasy land of Asteria.
But youāre no ordinary barkeep. Be it a potion of seething fury or prancing swords, the drinks you serve can change your customerās destiny forever. You can also turn the rumours you hear at work into intrepid quests for your patrons!
Befriend a colourful cast of adventurers as they brag about their latest triumph ā or commiserate an utter failure. Whether itās relaxation or a fresh thrill, youāre on hand to give each patron what they need.
Beyond the walls of this cosy tavern, a world-threatening danger is brewing. Every quest, rumour and conversation is intertwined with the ultimate fate of the land.
You will...
Find Your Family
The Wayfarer's Inn is a safe haven to a colourful cast of characters inspired by TTRPGs. Get to know their unique personalities, and help them find a place that feels like home.
Brew Up A Storm
Serve an ever-growing menu of magical drinks to your patrons, but choose carefully, as your choice will alter their fates.
Whip Up Some Quests
Gather rumours from the tavern-goers and use them to create quests for your adventurous guests.
Connect the Dots
Piece together the fragments in your little study and uncover the secrets of an ancient evil threatening the land.
Cherish the Space
As adventurers return from their mighty quests, theyāll bring back trinkets you can use to decorate your tavern. Your choices shape the snug interior of the Wayfarerās Inn!
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Content Warning
Like in every good Pen & Paper campaign, Tavern Talk touches topics that may hit right in the feels. Please be aware that there will be mentions of death, grief and violence.
