To Be A King

To Be A King is an interactive visual novel about Taskmaster. The hero decides the fate of the settlement. Each chapter adds new characters and new circumstances. There are several outcomes, and they depend on who the hero supported. The inhabitants of the settlement have different characters, and everyone has a request or a grievance. Each resident of the estate receives a name and character, and the hero decides who to entrust the job to. The hero gains power over the settlement. The fate of people depends on his decisions. The ending depends on the chosen course of action. The story is presented with text and illustrations at a comfortable pace. The story fits into several chapters, and each ends with a report on the life of the settlement. The life of the settlement is described through small details: work, food and holidays. The hero's answers affect the mood of people and how life will turn out on the estate. History shows how a settlement changes due to rash decisions. The hero makes decisions for the settlement and is responsible for their consequences. The gallery houses public illustrations and portraits of residents. Dialogues are presented in short remarks with clear consequences. The story progresses calmly, devoting time to conversations and everyday concerns. The answers influence the attitude of residents. Petitioners come with complaints, disputes and requests for help. The interface shows the hero's relationship with each of the settlers. Repeated passage opens lines missed the first time. The ending shows what the settlement has become under the hero's rule. Anyone who loves stories about choice will find this work perfect.