They took my Beloved

When I awaken weeks later they told me that my boyfriend is dead; that I should move on. 
But I know the truth that they hide. 
I can hear the rattle beneath their faux skin. 
I know that they conspire in their rooms within rooms. 
The scuttle of their feet echoes beneath the soil in concrete tunnels, in a place where the moonlight doesn't reach. 

They have taken my beloved from me and I must save him no matter the cost. 
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They Took My Beloved is a visual-novel horror experience that follows the protagonist in the wake of a terrible accident. Convinced of an impossible conspiracy, she throws herself into the midst of paranoid delusions and terrible truths that should remain buried far beneath the ground. Taking the first-person point of view, the protagonist's internal monologue is explored vividly along with unnerving dialogues with the ominous townsfolk. The game strays from traditional visual novels by involving quick-time events and roaming sequences. Similar to RPGs key items are also hidden throughout various branching paths. Graphic displayables and equipment further enrich a core aspect of the story: survival in a world that no longer makes sense. 

Estimated playthrough length: 30 mins to 1 hour 
There are 8 endings to discover, each uncovering a little more of the mystery. 

Disclaimer: The game deals with topics that may be depressing and contain some gory images. Viewer discretion is advised. 
Made for the Halloween 2021 event with Ren'Py version 7.3.5. 
My theme is "Hideous secret society—widespread—horrible rites in caverns under familiar scenes—one’s own neighbour may belong." 

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