Cannonfire Concerto 1.0.5

In an 18th-century tale of intrigue, the interactive novel "Cannonfire Concerto" offers a richly textured experience crafted by Caleb Wilson. This 190,000-word narrative puts you in command of the story through your decisions. Devoid of visuals or audio enhancements, it thrives solely on the boundless might of your imagination.

You embody the most esteemed musician of the 18th century, heralded in whispers by audiences as a possessor of Genius—a mystical force empowering mastery over your chosen musical instrument. Against the backdrop of imminent war, a dramatic power struggle ensues among spies, military leaders, and monarchs vying for dominance over the continent. Will you deftly manipulate them like a virtuoso orchestrating a symphony? Who truly wields the reins?

Choose to play as male, female, or non-binary; whether gay, straight, bisexual, or asexual. For some, romance serves as a strategic tool, while for others, it blossoms into a harmonious blend of love and passion.

Can you and your Genius carve out a legacy that endures through the ages, or will the venomous critiques of detractors decimate your career? Will you spearhead a progressive movement to challenge the authority of the church and usher in an era of enlightenment? Or will you defend your realm against encroaching secular forces?

As the symphony hall falls into hush, prepare yourself— for the Cannonfire Concerto is on the brink of commencement.

• Choose your gender identity and orientation.
• Impress with your musical prowess on the violin, guitar, or zither to outshine rivals.
• Will you stage a private performance or employ it as a guise for intelligence gathering?
• Accompany Bonaventure Fox on his quest for Meropa or resist alongside Rienzi.
• Pursue romance with royalty or rekindle a past connection with a childhood paramour.
• Determine the fate of the nation—reconstruction or abandonment for fresh beginnings.