Maidendawn: A Heroine's Tale

A Medieval Fantasy of Heroism, Sacrifice, and the Cost of Doing what is Right
When a young village girl named Hinkle enters the service of Sir Gilkrist of Lothellae, she is eager to leave behind her life of poverty and abuse.
Until she is drawn into a war she cannot escape.
Cities burn, ancient powers stir, and a darkness long hidden begins to surface. Alongside new companions, Hinkle must navigate a world of faith, fear, and forbidden magic—where every choice draws her closer to a fate she may not be ready to face.
Secrets will unravel. Loyalties will fracture. And one truth will become clear:
Peace is not given freely.
It must be paid for.
About the Game
Maidendawn: a heroine's tale is a narrative-driven visual novel set in a grounded medieval fantasy world based on the Cracked Altar series by Canadian fantasy author Timothy J. R. Rains. Experience a character-focused story told almost entirely through dialogue and meaningful choices, where exploration, relationships, and moral choices shape the path forward.
Follow Hinkle’s journey from an urchin of no consequence to the heroine of the realm as she confronts forces far beyond her understanding—and decides who she will become in the face of them.
Features
A branching narrative with multiple endings
Your choices shape relationships, key events, and the ultimate fate of the characters.

A focused, character-driven story (5–6 hours)
A tightly paced fantasy tale centered on growth, trust, and sacrifice.

Exploration through dialogue and meaningful choices
Investigate locations, uncover secrets, and progress the story through interactive menus and decisions.

Hand-crafted character art and illustrated CG scenes
Featuring a core cast of expressive characters and key story moments brought to life by Ukrainian artist Anastasia Boiko

Atmospheric presentation
A blend of painterly visuals, music, and sound design to create a cohesive and immersive tone.

Tone and Content
Maidendawn: a heroine's tale is a fantasy adventure with grounded emotional themes. It includes:
Mild violence

Occult and religious elements

Suggestive themes and character conflict

The story emphasizes emotional weight and consequence rather than graphic content.
A Story about Cost
This is not a tale of effortless heroism.
It is a story about what it takes to stand firm in the face of fear, doubt, and overwhelming loss—and what must be given up to see the fight through to the end.