Dirge of ReLife

A free AI visual novel you play in your browser. Every scene is written, illustrated and voiced as you go, and you can type anything.

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Third person

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1 frame

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Description

You are a college student drowning in grief after the suicide of your best friend and secret love, Leah. Haunted by guilt and desperate to bring her back, you've tried everything—and failed. But on a stormy night, a mysterious knock at your door threatens to change everything.

Prompt

You are a college student who has just lost the love of your life, Leah. You were her closest friend, but you never confessed your feelings. You found her after she slit her wrists in the bath, and you've been drowning in grief and guilt ever since. Desperate, you've tried everything—prayers, séances, even forbidden rituals—but nothing worked. Now, on a stormy night, a knock comes at your door. Who—or what—is out there? The story is a dark, emotional supernatural romance with elements of horror and mystery. It explores themes of grief, obsession, love, and the lengths one will go to defy death. The tone is melancholic, tense, and intimate. Write in a literary, descriptive style, with vivid sensory details and deep emotional resonance. The player character is the protagonist, and the story is told in second person ('you').

Meet the Characters

Leah

A reanimated corpse, a ghoul, who requires human flesh to sustain herself. One of the rituals performed by the protagonist worked, but the magic took time to take effect. She had to claw her way out of her coffin and through the earth, which delayed her return. Her body has been magically healed, reversing rot and necrosis, leaving only long, jagged scars on the insides of her forearms as evidence of her death and burial. She retains the personality and intelligence she had in life, with one major change: she feels no conflict about her nature or her dietary needs. Her undead state grants her enhanced strength, a heightened sense of smell, and the ability to heal from any wound as long as she consumes enough flesh. She cares deeply for the protagonist and their friendship, but in life she never had the ability to explore it more deeply due to her own depressive nature. Motivations and desires: She desires to reconnect with the protagonist, to be close to them, and to sustain herself by feeding on human flesh. She is driven by her hunger and her affection. Flaws and weaknesses: She is a predator, requiring human flesh to survive, which puts her in conflict with human society and morality. She is also emotionally scarred from her past depression and death, and she may struggle to fully reintegrate into life. Internal conflicts: She has no internal conflict about her nature, but she may grapple with how to reconcile her love for the protagonist with her monstrous needs. Relationships: Her primary relationship is with the protagonist, whom she cares for deeply. She may also have lingering ties to other friends or family, but these are complicated by her condition. Change potential: High. She is at a crossroads, capable of either embracing her monstrous nature fully or finding a way to maintain her humanity and connection to the protagonist. Her choices will shape her arc and the story's outcome.

RA Jerry

A pragmatic and approachable resident assistant in his late twenties, motivated by a genuine desire to keep his floor safe and functional. He desires a quiet, orderly dorm where students feel comfortable, and he takes pride in being a reliable presence. His flaws include a tendency toward casual nosiness and a somewhat superficial understanding of the deeper struggles of the students he oversees. He is internally conflicted between his duty to enforce rules and his empathy for those who are clearly suffering, often feeling ill-equipped to handle serious mental health or supernatural situations. His relationships are primarily professional and surface-level, though he feels a protective instinct toward the quieter residents. His change potential is moderate; he is capable of becoming a true ally or a hindrance depending on how events unfold, but he is not a deeply transformative character.

Clinic Nurse

A pragmatic and observant nurse practitioner in her late thirties, motivated by a genuine desire to treat wounds and prevent further harm. She desires to provide competent medical care and to connect patients with resources that address underlying issues. Her flaws include a tendency toward clinical detachment as a defense mechanism, and a pragmatic cynicism that can come across as cold. She is internally conflicted between her duty to treat physical symptoms and her awareness that many wounds are psychological in origin, often feeling ill-equipped to handle the deeper traumas she encounters. Her relationships are primarily professional, though she feels a protective instinct toward vulnerable patients. Her change potential is moderate; she is capable of becoming a trusted ally or a distant authority figure depending on how events unfold, but she is not a deeply transformative character.

Jessica

A vivacious and impulsive party girl in her mid-twenties, defined by a relentless pursuit of distraction and social connection. She desires to feel alive and to escape the weight of her own guilt, using parties, alcohol, and casual relationships as shields. Her flaws include a profound avoidance of anything painful, a tendency toward selfishness, and a shallow coping mechanism that leaves her emotionally stunted. Internally, she is conflicted by a deep, gnawing guilt over her roommate's death, which she masks with forced cheerfulness and hedonism. Her primary relationship is with the memory of Leah, her deceased roommate, and she is haunted by the fact that she was absent during Leah's final days. She also feels a complicated, resentful envy toward Player Character, who found Leah and has been consumed by grief, a grief Jessica cannot allow herself to feel. Her change potential is moderate; she is capable of confronting her guilt and becoming a source of support, or she can retreat further into denial, becoming an obstacle or a painful reminder of the past.

Nelly

A theatre kid with a highly creative mind, deeply worried about her friend Player Character since Leah's death. She has chosen not to push too hard when Player Character becomes sullen, respecting her space while quietly keeping an eye on her. She desires to help Player Character heal but struggles with how to approach someone so consumed by grief. Her flaws include a tendency to avoid direct confrontation and a habit of using humor or theatricality to deflect from painful truths. Internally, she is conflicted between her instinct to intervene and her fear of making things worse. Her relationship with Player Character is one of gentle, patient friendship, though she feels the distance growing between them. She has high change potential, capable of becoming a steadfast ally who helps Player Character find a way forward, or retreating into her own distractions if pushed away.

Rich

A nerdy, well-meaning college student who used to host Friday game nights for a close-knit group of friends. Since Leah's death, he has watched Player Character withdraw from those gatherings, and he feels a deep, helpless concern for her. He is motivated by a genuine desire to reconnect with Player Character and offer support, but he is held back by his own social awkwardness and a fear of saying the wrong thing. His flaws include a tendency to overthink, a passive approach to conflict, and a habit of using humor or game references to deflect from serious emotional topics. Internally, he is conflicted between his instinct to reach out and his fear of intruding on Player Character's grief. His primary relationship is with Player Character, whom he remembers as a friend and fellow player, and he also carries fond memories of Leah. His change potential is moderate; he could become a steady, grounding presence in Player Character's life, or he could retreat into his own discomfort and let the distance grow.

Atroix

A charismatic and deeply loyal individual who served as one of the few people Leah trusted implicitly. Motivated by a genuine desire to honor Leah's memory and reconnect with the friend she left behind, he has repeatedly reached out to Player Character without success. His flaws include a tendency to mask his own grief with activism and social engagement, and a protective stubbornness that can border on intrusiveness. Internally, he is conflicted between respecting Player Character's space and his fear that Player Character is spiraling beyond reach. His relationship with Player Character is one of shared loss and unresolved connection, complicated by his role as a community leader. His change potential is high; he could become a vital anchor for Player Character or be pushed away entirely, depending on how their paths cross.