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Narrative & Game Writing Portfolio

This page is a collection of creative writing samples ranging from narrative writing, screenwriting, and game writing. These pieces represent my dedication to crafting compelling narratives and honing my literary and technical skills. 

I possess an Associate's degree in Simulation and Game Development, specializing in narrative and game writing. Proficient in Twine and versed in screenwriting, I've crafted compelling narratives for games, comics, and cutscenes, showcasing my diverse storytelling abilities.

Fox & Famine

Fox & Famine is an immersive, interactive fiction game about a fox who must decide between feast or famine to endure the coming winter and all the challenges that it brings.
 

This game was developed using the narrative software Twine. It's a tool that allows creators to build interactive stories where players can make choices that affect the outcome of the game.

Fox & Famine Game Story & Player Choices
Fox & Famine

Narrative

A Young Dragon's Horde

Conducted independent research on AI integration in art and illustration at Central Piedmont Community College, utilizing tools like Dream by Wombo and Midjourney AI to enhance the artwork for the manually written short fantasy comic, "A Young Dragon's Horde," which follows a young dragon's quest for its treasure horde.

Dragon's Horde
Revenant
Revenant

Authored a comprehensive 50-page treatment for my original game concept, "Revenant," which included extensive narrative development such as world layout, character breakdowns, dialogue, quest lines, and item descriptions. Designed a richly detailed game world with intricate lore and well-developed character arcs, ensuring a consistent and engaging narrative vision from concept through production. Developed in-depth documentation to maintain continuity and coherence across all narrative elements.

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Genre: Metroidvania, Dark Comedy

Enter a world of mystery and wonder in this sprawling Metroidvania, where the narrative unfolds within the confines of a hoarder's realm. This realm, brimming with remnants of days long past, sparks endless speculation about its origin—some see it as discarded refuse, while others believe it's a meticulously curated collection.

Within this realm thrives Seno Seldaeh, a society of unique inhabitants known as Eadles. These beings, with ball-jointed doll-like bodies but no heads, possess a remarkable ability to infuse objects with their life energy, Esse. Eadles originate from the Esse realm, coexisting with our material world. As Curio, a Remnant Eadle, you'll explore a society on the brink of collapse, where the leadership has vanished mysteriously. Uncover the enigma of The Vanishing and the internal decay plaguing Seno Seldaeh.
 

Script
Short Script Sample

This script began as an academic project and has since evolved into a personal exploration of time, loss, and family. It follows Sol, young Filipino-American man, caught in a race against the clock as he juggles work and caring for his ailing mother, only to face the emotional weight of what is lost when time runs out. This piece highlights my focus on grounded, emotionally resonant storytelling with a touch of urgency and introspection.

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Genre: Drama

Log Line: Sol, a young Filipino-American man, caught in a relentless struggle to provide for his family, finds himself racing against an invisible clock as he juggles work and caring for his ailing mother—only to discover too late the true cost of time slipping away.

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