Fukukaze

So, after a few successful extractions using Crass, I stumbled upon this vn which, most likely, got some kind of encryption built into it. The vn in question is this one, developed by Dieselmine: https://vndb.org/v18288. The vn runs on the Kirikiri2 engine, which is indicated by the sole "data.xp3" file residing in the game directory. Not sure how "hard" it is to break the encryption on this one, that is, assuming there is one in the first place. An extra note: Although Crass seems to be able to extract the file contents just fine, the actual content itself is broken. For example, the CG images don't show anything, besides the error that says "the file is broken and can't be viewed". I also tried using the Kirikiri2 extraction tools I found on TLWiki, but alas, those gave me the same result. Any ideas? (If you want me to provide you with the necessary files, just ask - or downloa... I mean, buy it yourself somewhere, whatever floats your boat)

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Yes, one can finish it in about an hour, depending on one's reading speed.

I love that subtle yandere behaviour of yours, except it's more "yanderu" than "deredere". It turns me on a little. Love it!

You don't? It's simple, it's what you see when you drink and do drugs at the same time... first thing in the morning. Try it!

Planning on starting Hoshizora no Memoria －Wish upon a shooting star－ real soon. I've heard lots of good things about it, so I'm putting my expectations for it quite high. Now, let's just hope I won't regret doing so.

Exactly! Not sure what I did wrong, but if he was joking, it wasn't really funny.

Ah, first of all, I'm sorry. Won't happen again. BUT, I'm afraid I can't let what you just said go unpunished. You know, we were one country a long time ago before we got split up you know. Just saying. Edit: Btw, isn't it the same thing as saying Great Britain stole the English language from the States (or the other way around)? I mean, 'scuse me, for being born in a "second-hand" country, whatever that means.

Well, I don't really care, but I'm just happy that my country (Belgium) made it to the finals!! Go, Laura Tesoro, doe je best, ik stem alleszins al voor jou! Maak de inwoners van België trots (niet dat we al trots zijn, natuurlijk :p).

Ah yes, I am planning to, but I'm going to wait just a little longer until I've made some more progress. I thought I could just mention it here along with the update, is all. Thanks for the suggestion, though.

A small update from me: So, as you all know (if you read the thread), I've recently joined Arcadeotic's translation group as a TLC for his Bishoujo Mangekyou TL project. Therefore, in the meantime, I'm hard at work checking both his translations as well as correcting and improving the already translated lines up to this point. This means that progress on DamaMuko will be sluggish for the time being. Mind you, I said sluggish. So I am making some progress along the way, don't worry. That's all for now, just thought I should let you guys know whats going on after some days of quiet. For DamaMuko, I'm still in need of at least 2 other translators, so those who want to help and have enough skill in the language are always welcome to apply at Euphemic Translation. Thank you!

Ah ok, that works too. Just a sec, will register myself on there right now. *Edit: Alright, done. It's the same as my name on here: "Fukukaze".

Alright, that sounds good. I'll notify Arcadeotic about it and see if it's okay for me to do so, since I joined his team, so it's not up to me to decide that. I'll let you know when he replies me back. About the credits, you okay with your username on here? If not, let me know which one you prefer.

Ah well, that's totally fine. I already found a hacker that's willing to cooperate, so that's a big job that's already filled now. Finding more editors is definitely not a priority at the moment. I mean, I've got you already, for example. More editors will most likely apply if some progress has been made. Who knows, there might be some out there just waiting for this project to become serious. Same goes for the TLC, it's far off, so not too urgent yet. The only thing that is somewhat urgent is finding other willing translators out there, as translating this game by myself will take a LONG time. The vn contains 26.365 lines, go figure. About the project site I mentioned earlier, I'll probably use Arcadeotic's Euphemic Translation's Wordpress site to update our progress, since I'm helping him out with some things regarding the game he's translating. So, he probably won't mind sharing the site with me. That'll also put an extra credit behind his group's name. You might be wondering when your first task will be given to you huh, well, let me explain. I'm planning to release a trial/partial patch once everything before the OP is done translating/QC'ed to show the people some actual proof that progress is being made. I figure people are always anxious about whether a TL project is legit or not or is being taken serious or not. Therefore, we'll release this to relieve them from their stress. I'll update my progress as I've said on Euphemic Translation's site, so check there every now and then. I'll also update here too if I don't forget.

Thanks! And yes, I am indeed well aware of that, haha. I don't know about the "unusual" part, as the novel is just a simple harem story with the instant fiancée trope, together with themes of love triangle and some dramatic undertones. The thing about the popularity poll is indeed pretty funny, haha. Just imagine something like that happening to you in real life: Dad: "Hey, son. I think it's well about time that you and I had a bit of a talk." Son: "Alright, fine with me, but what about exactly." Dad: "Your future, son. You're currently in the middle of the most important part of your life. The time wherein the decisions you make will have the most influence on the final outcome of your life. I'm talking about finally getting yourself a gf, son. One with good looks, money and a well-endowed chest. And no ordinary one at that, so an A won't do. I'm talking big here, like a D or even higher." Son: "Say what??" Dad: "I'm completely serious, son. Therefore, I'll help you out here. I even came up with an idea already. Why don't we start a "bride poll"? The one with the most votes will officially become your fiancée. Oh, and of course, you'll be the prize. Sounds pretty smart, right?" Son: "..." (leaves the room) Anyway, I hope so too! I'll try to make steady progress as time passes by. But, I'll make sure that my health doesn't deteriorate because of the project, so you don't have to worry. Thanks for the concern, though, that's really nice of you! Alright, that's one down then. I'll be making a Wordpress for the project sometime soon too, so we can collect all the staff credits and progress there instead of here. I'll probably update here as well, though. And no, I don't really deem that necessary. You don't have to be a professional editor with lots of experience or anything, even being a beginner is fine to me. You'll learn as you go, so you're welcome to join anytime! With that said, glad to have you on the team! If you've got any contacts that suit the jobs needed to be filled in my first post, gather them together if you want. The more the merrier! I've already gotten some down, not everything. I'll send you a quick message with what I already have, we might even be able to fill up our own gaps. And yes, I'll get down to it real soon. Likewise!