Find romance amid secrets in a lonely estate! What will you sacrifice for love?

Spark romance amid secrets in a crumbling mansion! What will you sacrifice for love? Can you trust your own heart?

“Noblesse Oblige: a Crème de la Crème Adventure” is a 137,000-word interactive Gothic romance novella by Harris Powell-Smith, a standalone story in the “Crème de la Crème” universe. It's entirely text-based, without graphics or sound effects, and fueled by the vast, unstoppable power of your imagination.

On a windswept island, far from the mild shores of Westerlin, stands the estate that is your new home. You have been hired to work as a conversation partner for a lonely aristocrat. It is a profitable opportunity, and your impoverished upbringing and middling university education leave you few others.

But secrets lurk in every darkened corridor, and nothing is what it seems. Why does your charge go wandering in the middle of the night, haunted and mourning? What does the charming new secretary seek to uncover? Why is your elderly employer so intent on keeping outsiders from prying into the family's business?

Attend grand balls, ride through fast-paced fox hunts, spend jovial evenings with the servants, teach diligent lessons to your charge, and observe—or take part in—this northern land’s religious rituals. Meanwhile, there are webs of deceit for you to unravel, and deep mysteries to explore. When you reach the end, will you bring justice to those who deserve it, or keep their secrets buried forever?

And, of course, there is love: midnight trysts, stolen moments, and sweet warmth amid the cold. Your job on this remote island has just begun: will you work hard for a secure future or abandon everything to follow your heart?

• Play as male, female, or non-binary; gay, straight, or bisexual; monogamous or polyamorous; asexual and/or aromantic.

• Romance the forthright, flirtatious housekeeper who works hard and plays hard; your intense, zealous conversation partner desperate for tales of the outside world; or a charming, cultured stranger offering excitement and luxury but risking danger.

• Connect with those outside the estate to make a future elsewhere.

• Secure a shining reputation in your household, or shroud yourself in suspicion.

• Build steadfast bonds of loyalty—or shatter them.

Can you trust your own heart?

Noblesse Oblige is a 2D pixel art RPG set in a world of magic and chivalry. The game follows the story of Errol, a young knight who must navigate the complexities of his world while fulfilling his duties to his people.

The game's combat system is turn-based and features a unique "Nobility" system. Errol can earn Nobility points by completing quests and performing virtuous actions, which can then be used to unlock new abilities and bonuses.

Noblesse Oblige also features a deep and engaging story with multiple endings. The player's choices throughout the game will affect the outcome of the story, and there are many different ways to complete the game.

Gameplay

Noblesse Oblige is a traditional RPG with a focus on exploration, combat, and character development. The player controls Errol as he travels through the world, interacting with NPCs, completing quests, and fighting monsters.

Combat in Noblesse Oblige is turn-based, and the player can choose from a variety of attacks and abilities. The game also features a unique "Nobility" system, which allows Errol to earn Nobility points by completing quests and performing virtuous actions. These points can then be used to unlock new abilities and bonuses.

Story

Noblesse Oblige tells the story of Errol, a young knight who must navigate the complexities of his world while fulfilling his duties to his people. Errol's journey takes him through a variety of locations, including forests, mountains, and castles. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including allies, enemies, and potential love interests.

The story of Noblesse Oblige is non-linear, and the player's choices will affect the outcome of the game. There are multiple endings to the game, and the player's actions will determine which ending they get.

Features

* Classic RPG gameplay with a focus on exploration, combat, and character development

* Unique "Nobility" system that allows the player to earn points for completing quests and performing virtuous actions

* Deep and engaging story with multiple endings

* Beautiful pixel art graphics and a charming soundtrack

* Multiple difficulty levels to challenge players of all skill levels