Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell (2018) is a poignant, bittersweet “Cinematic Novel” that serves as a spin-off to the popular fault series. Designed to look and feel like a digital children’s picture book, it follows two children, Mhakna and Sebiarno, who live under the cruelty of a wicked orphanage matron. Facing a grim fate upon their tenth birthdays, they are rescued by Bell, a mysterious fairy who spirits them away to Enles Land—a utopia where children never grow up and every wish is granted.
The game is a kinetic visual novel, meaning it focuses entirely on linear storytelling without player choices. While the art style is vibrant and “cute,” the narrative explores mature, philosophical themes regarding the nature of happiness, the inevitability of change, and the hidden costs of eternal youth. With over 150 unique hand-drawn illustrations, the game replaces traditional static sprites with dynamic, animated scenes that breathe life into the storybook aesthetic. It is a short but emotionally dense experience, clocking in at roughly 90 minutes, making it a perfect entry point for newcomers to the fault universe or fans of atmospheric, high-concept fairy tales.
Key Features
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Storybook Aesthetic: Visuals styled after a classic children’s picture book.
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Cinematic Presentation: Utilizes a 3D camera and panning to create a sense of motion.
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150+ Unique Illustrations: Features custom art for almost every scene, avoiding recycled sprites.
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Emotional Narrative: A bittersweet tale written by the series’ lead author, Munisix.
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Orchestral Soundtrack: A gentle, moving score composed by Foxtail-Grass Studio.
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Bilingual Toggle: Switch between English and Japanese text instantly with a keypress.
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Kinetic Novel Format: A focused, 90-minute story with no branching paths or “bad endings.”
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Spin-off Accessibility: No prior knowledge of the fault series is required to enjoy the plot.
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In-Game Encyclopedia: Deepen your understanding of the world’s lore and history.
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Animated Elements: Subtle “picture book” animations that make the characters feel alive.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows XP SP3, 7, 8, 10, or 11.
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Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent.
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Memory: 2 GB RAM.
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Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Integrated) or better.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c.
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Storage: 2 GB available hard drive space.
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Sound Card: Any DirectX compatible sound card.
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Other: Standard Keyboard and Mouse.
