Part-Time Miko
Episode 0
- An Afternoon Well Spent -
Ferris Himura, a young Kitsune who works Part-Time at the local shrine alongside her childhood friend, Yukina. Is for all accounts, a pretty ordinary girl. Well aside from her larger than average ears and tail, and the mysterious ability to conjure spectral flames that's she's had for as long as she can remember.
On afternoon, whilst taking a break, she manages to fall asleep. Having been caught slacking off, she begrudingly chooses to head home. However, the kind soul she is, is always willing to give people a hand, should she need to. And in Neo-Edo, there's always a problem that needs solving or a person in need of assistance...
The Game:
The Graduate Showcase Demo for the game, contains two major scenarios and three alternate endings depending on how much of the game you play.
Additional Media:
- A fifty page digital artbook, containing a number of artworks including full artworks of each character in the Gameboy style that did not make it into the demo. Alongside other behind-the-scenes details and descriptions about the characters and art that went into the demo, additionally to what is on this website.
- A thirty page digital manual, accurate to the time period a game like this would have been made. Contains, explantions of the world, gameplay systems and controls alongside a small extra story that details a section of the 'Lost Episode' Alongside artwork that did not get into the artbook.
Main Characters:
Ferris Himura (Age: 19) - Part-Time Miko -
- The protagonist of our tale, Ferris was blessed with mysterious spiritual powers after an incident when she was a young child. Despite this, she doesn't see this as making her any different from anyone else. Works part-time with her close friend Yukina, but doesn't know quite what she wants to do with the rest of her life. Though she genuinely wants to help other people if she can.
Kara (Age: ???) - Stoic Butler -
- Ferris' Uncle and Spiritual Guardian, Stoic and wise, he tries to guide Ferris along her journey with his many years of accumulated wisdom. Takes the form of Ferris' Parasol when in the Physical Realm, though posesses a more conventional form within the Spiritual Realm. Has known and watched over Ferris since she was very young, and should he need to, will do so for the forseeable future.
Scenario One: A Professor's Dilemma:
Synopsis:
- Whilst taking the route through the Forest on her way home, she is interupted by Midori Mei, who has flown over to deliver a letter from her Mistress 'The Professor'. This letter appeals to Ferris to assist this mysterious figure with a malady that is negatively impacting her. Tentatively, Ferris agrees to help. What will she find at the White Manor and how can she help...
Characters:
Pandora M. Etherius (Age: 10?) - Child-ish Alchemist -
- The eccentric girl who lives within the White Manor, a large house that sits out of place within Neo-Edo. She claims to be far older than she looks and refers to herself as a 'Professor', despite her appearence. Wears clothes that are clearly far too large for her in an attempt to look more grown up. Is almost always shadowed by her twin maids, Midori and Kikeru.
Midori Mei (Age: 23) - Sincere Twin Maid -
- One of the Twin Maids that serve 'The Professor', Midori serves her young charge with poise and respect. Though she can seem cold and emotionless at first, she truly cares for Pandora and wants the absolute best for her and her twin sister. Has all but abandoned her previous life as a Tengu in the Spiritual Realm. Is often mistaken for her twin sister Kikeru.
Kikeru Mei (Age: 23) - Sardonic Twin Maid -
- One of the Twin Maids that serve 'The Professor', Kikeru outright refuses to act with any kind of respect for her charge, seeing her as little more than an annoyance in her daily life. Though she is rude to almost everyone, she has incredibly thin skin. Wants nothing more than to return to her previous life as a Tengu in the Spiritual Realm. Is often mistaken for her twin sister Midori.
Scenario Two: Missing Rabbit:
Synopsis:
- Whilst wandering around Neo-Edo's Merchant's Quarter, Ferris hears the sound of a young girl crying. Upon closer inspection she runs into her friend Luna, who is trying to comfort her despondant sister, Lysithea. Just recently, it seems that Lysithea has misplaced her stuffed rabbit, Mr. Usagi and cannot handle losing her. Ferris agrees to investigate, if nothing else, than to help her friend...
Characters:
Lunette Spica (Age: 18) - Bubbly Bunny Girl -
- Ferris' Childhood Friend and the first of nine siblings. Takes on every adveristy in her life, both in school and at home with the same infectious attitude. Well, aside from verbal confrontations, she struggles to deal with those. Loves staring at the moon every evening. Was previously quite lonely, but after meeting Ferris, she began to make many friends.
Lysithea Spica (Age: 8) - Young Bunny -
- Lunette's little sister and the sixth of nine siblings. Spends all her time with Mr Usagi, a plush rabbit that she can't go anywhere without. This tendency has led her to not make many friends at school who consider her childish or uncool. Despite this, thanks to the support of her parents and sisters, she tries to push her boundaries every day. Loves her Mama almost as much as Mr Usagi.
Credits:
- Original Scenario, Story, Characters and Artwork: Myself
- Additional Artwork: Charlie Baldwin