In this episode, the team shares behind-the-scenes insights from the development of the first draft of the Icarus game—free to try on itch.io—and teases the debut comic and upcoming novel. We discuss the creative process behind complex characters, the art style inspired by manga, and the innovative ways this project bridges storytelling mediums. We also briefly discuss some of the inspirations for the comic, the results of our second battle of the genres, and...Higgins picks his nose!

It was a short read with a lot of progress and potential, and some extra bits and pieces. Listen in, sit back, and grab a drink - we're going in!

Book - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/icarus-michael-lopez/1147033536

Drink of the night - https://www.bacardi.com/us/en/

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As always, Cheers! Until next time.

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Our second-ever Battle of the Genres! We bring the books, you bring the votes, and together we watch the loser down a few shots of choice for the next episode!
This month - Action & Adventure. Jacob vs Higgins. Godslap vs The Book of Elsewhere!

Listen in. As always, grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy! Don't forget to like and subscribe - no matter what platform you are on!

Books-
Godslap: https://badegg.co/collections/godslap?srsltid=AfmBOooPUabP6ptl4C3ZpD1NfdDwwVpSl-9ZMFwDEI96d7mD_DGZrLs-
The Book of Elsewhere: https://a.co/d/0gyf50bw

Drinks-
Mojito: https://www.liquor.com/recipes/mojito/
Electric Lemonade: https://sulaandspice.com/electric-lemonade/

Remember, subscribers (and voters!) are auto-enrolled in our new monthly raffle, where you can win studio merch, books, comics, games, and more.

As always, Cheers! Until next time.

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In this episode of Novel Spirits, the team delves into the narrative-driven video game: Dispatch. Exploring its unique gameplay mechanics, narrative & character design, and the impact of player choices on the story. It's our first non-written medium review as Novel Spirits and a true recognition of the studio's mantra - books, comics, and games. It's a Mecha-sized adventure with a lot of twists and turns, and definitely an all-time favorite. Play along, or listen along. Either way - enjoy!

Remember, if it can be read, it can be reviewed, and it can be done so with a fancy spirit at hand!

Dispatch: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2592160/Dispatch/

0-0-8 Studios - https://0-0-8studios.com/

Spirits of the Month: https://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/en-us/?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1687936318&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7fbLBhDJARIsAOAqhsfYcFQ-29_VhFQM_0TBeawY0sScktl6GfgyKB31C5PDfVsY3xYe10oaAiMDEALw_wcB