Exiori was originally planned at the start to be eight chapters. But, sometimes during the production of games, things change. It will be announced that Exiori will only be seven chapters. The story can end comfortably with just seven chapters. (The game is technically eight with the chapter 0: prologue).

Eight chapters would feel too convoluted and dragged out at this point. The game can end as intended without having that extra chapter. It would feel wrong to stuff an entire chapter full of filler nonsense that doesn't do justice to the plot into the game. In other news, most if not all of the free Elruna content will be pushed out after or around release.

That is the bad or bittersweet news depending on how you take it. The good news is that with this choice, the game will be much closer to release and can be expected in early 2023, depending if artists behave and deliver on their promises.

Despite this change, this is still the longest Team Syukino game by far and it has been a pleasure working on this project. I have heard that several people like the story. I appreciate that, and even through my struggles in life, I appreciate those who have stood by and continued to support this project and eagerly await it's release.

In other news; The voted least favorite character is Alfura. Meaning, that she is a good villain. For that, I am proud.

The story of Exiori will end in the next story update. The story of the series will end with the last part of Elruna, so stay tuned and come back to the game in the future even if you have finished the main plot of Exiori.

The winner of the artist contest will be announced soon (if there are any contestants). Also there has been one piece of artwork hidden from the public that will be featured in chapter seven. It is super spoiler territory so it will not be shown publicly.

In other news; Estellium Legends II has been pushed onto another developer with some guidance from me. I am overseeing the project, but they are mainly developing it. This will allow it to be released much quicker. I will also now focus more on Exiori. Not much can be said on Estellium Legends II at this time, but it will feature over 100 playable characters including those from Exiori, Euclyca and Elruna.

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! -Syu