I played INFAMOUS again to get a better opinion of the game. Here we go, the story itself is very promising and incredible—congratulations to the author!!
As for my thoughts about the story, I know there are many topics that could be explored, but I’ll focus on MC, Seven (and Avina). I understand that Seven went through a lot of difficult situations in their life, including being abandoned by their own father, feeling betrayed by the band (since the main idea was born from Seven and MC together, thanks to both of them creating the band), and the struggles of being raised by only one parent—especially a single mother, which is very admirable, loving, and honorable on Lucy’s part, Seven’s mother.
The feeling of betrayal from the band is even greater, and Seven feels a much deeper betrayal from MC regarding everything that happened with the band. Seven lost their best friend and maybe their romantic partner, who seemed to be the love of their life and other issues. It’s clear that Seven, in their current state, has really been through a lot, judging by how they’re acting now...
What frustrates me is how Seven treats MC in the present. Yes, there’s a lot of backstory, many mistakes and regrets, but come on, just get over it already... It’s been three years, it’s not recent anymore. If Seven doesn’t want to resolve things with MC, that’s fine, but they don’t need to treat MC so terribly since that’s already in the past and it’s just pointless. During their breakup, it was childish and unnecessary for Seven to ghost MC for a month (and I’ve seen that they broke up via message... I don’t know if that’s true or not). They didn’t have the courage to do it face-to-face, right? But nooo, do it through a message. Or at least try to have a sensible, honest conversation with their partner, see things from another perspective, or find another way because, was MC their whole world? Why, then, do they quickly bury those big feelings?
Afterward, Seven and their “big red flag” go out sleeping around with people from MC’s circle—and they make sure MC finds out about it. In my opinion, it seems more like revenge, an attempt to rub it in MC’s face, because, from what I can tell, Seven probably didn’t even enjoy those encounters. It seems they did it more to hurt MC, which makes sense given their personality and character development. Maybe they’re demisexual? I don’t believe Seven is the type to sleep with just anyone, no. Seven is the kind of person who needs a strong connection with someone before that happens. That’s why they probably didn’t like casual ***, just did it to hurt MC.
Regarding Seven’s sexual preferences—possibly being demisexual—feel free to correct me or explain better how to approach this subject and the topic itself; I’d be very happy to learn more
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MC isn’t entirely innocent in this either; not only did Seven have serious mental and emotional issues in their relationship—like excessive attachment—but MC should’ve tried harder to understand their best friend’s feelings, especially as their partner, and respond in a healthy, necessary way. Although they loved Seven, I felt MC was somewhat oblivious to their best friend’s and their own romantic partner’s feelings.
Even though MC wasn’t as attached as Seven, the attachment was mutual. And even with the limited control over the band’s voting, MC could’ve done something. I mean... Seven was their best friend (and in the romance route) and their partner. Maybe MC could’ve left the band with Seven, or done something else, I don't know. It just gives the feeling that MC prioritized the band over their romantic partner and childhood best friend.
Now, about Avina—I don’t know, but I’ve never gotten good vibes from them, haha. Honestly, I’ve always felt they were acting fake around MC. And what’s this obsession with Seven? Avina never leaves their side; it’s like that bad attachment there was before between MC and Seven when they were on good terms. They’re on a life's mission to take the place MC once had in Seven’s life? I mean, they clearly don’t like when MC is around and want Seven to notice them just like they notice Seven, to make themselves the most important person in Seven’s life, to be treated as such.
From the POVs, it’s clear that Avina tries to get Seven’s attention and thinks they’re their savior—that Seven is desperate and needs them. But we see that even Seven says they don’t always like that and prefer to be alone. They also don’t feel comfortable opening up to Avina, despite them insisting they do so.
According to the game and POVs, Seven and Avina are just best friends, but I find it hard to believe that. It seems like Seven just sees them as a friend, nothing more. But maybe (implicit) Avina feels more than that, though it’s not explicit. Maybe we’ll see this develop later? It’s annoying how much Avina interferes in Seven and MC’s relationship, though. That’s something only they should sort out. As friends, they can give advice, show concern, but they're crossing boundaries by meddling in their relationship. Seven is an adult and old enough to handle this on their own, right?. Besides, the story of MC and Seven is very complex, with many feelings involved and unresolved issues. Avina should just give them some space and respect that this is their story, only theirs.
I just can’t quite grasp Seven’s feelings about MC nowadays. It’s funny, lol. They treat MC badly, but deep down, I think, very deep down, they still love MC in their own way. (but they still need to resolve their emotional issues and instability to better handle this love). I mean, MC is their first love, and despite everything, from Seven’s point of view (maybe from MC's side, yes too, maybe not.), they’re still the love of their life. It seems like Seven's cure will happen when they and MC make peace and get back together.
Feel free to share your thoughts!
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Too much information and the options are too cringy. Also Eki and T don't have anything in common and I can't even remember one interaction between them or them showing interest in eachother before the author decided to add the poly.
