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《Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing》 is a historical text adventure. Step into the shoes of a Jinwu Guard during the Tang Dynasty’s Shenlong Era. Deeply entangled in the coups following Empress Wu Zetian’s reign, your choices will steer the empire and forge your own unique destiny.
Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing
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In the first year of the Shenlong Era, Zhang Jianzhi, Yuan Shuji, and their allies launched the historic "Shenlong Coup," forcing Empress Wu Zetian to abdicate and restoring Crown Prince Li Xian to the throne.
Yet, the new Emperor’s ascension did not usher in an era of prosperity. Instead, undercurrents surged as various factions bided their time.
Conspiracies, assassinations, coups, and armed mutinies.
Filthy blood stains the golden halls, while pure white flowers bloom amidst the smoldering ruins.
The protagonist—you—were once a mere Jinwu Guard patrolling the streets, only to be swept into a catastrophic web of intrigue.
Between loyalty and betrayal, love and desire, cold calculation and innate kindness.
Follow the choices of your heart to forge a "historical destiny" that belongs to you alone.
Key Characters:
Princess Taiping:

Princess Anle:

Shangguan Wan'er:


is a solo project I’ve poured my heart into.
The script is my own original creation, though I’ve utilized AI for a significant portion of the art and coding. To be honest, it is only through the power of AI that I was able to turn my vision into a reality as a lone developer.
Regarding Copyright: I take this very seriously. If there are any concerns regarding the generated content, please reach out. I am more than willing to communicate, replace assets, or discuss compensation.
I embrace AI as a creative partner, but I want to emphasize that the soul of the story—the writing—is 100% mine. I hope you can enjoy this journey without any reservations.

Why Early Access?
As I mentioned, because the script is entirely original, I am eager to hear your feedback. Rather than "creating in a vacuum" and indulging in my own vision, I believe it is far more valuable to meet my players early and refine the game based on your real-world experiences.
A Commitment to Stability
I am well aware of the reputation Early Access has—the "abandoned projects" and "broken promises." However, I want to put your mind at ease for two reasons:
With both the time and the resources secured, I am committed to a stable and consistent update schedule.
Content Roadmap
Goal: I expect to complete all major narrative updates by December 2026.
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