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Dem @ktruongvoices.bsky.social · Jun 9

Hehe that's me.

Shoutouts to the folks behind this, super honored to be a part of it! Make sure to check 'em out too:)))

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 8

Last but not least, prepare for a pleasant exchange with @ktruongvoices.bsky.social as our florist!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

The Flower Seller stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Khai Truong will be taking on the role of The Flower Seller.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 8

Last but not least, prepare for a pleasant exchange with @ktruongvoices.bsky.social as our florist!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 7

Wait, the guards have their own leader? We'll have to take the word of @jj11818.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

The Commander stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Jason Hall will be taking on the role of The Commander.

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danielle @dfergs.bsky.social · Jun 7

ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT

So so excited to join #ToTheWayside as The Medic!

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 7

Did someone call for help? Coming to the rescue is @dfergs.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

The Medic stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Danielle Ferguson will be taking on the role of The Medic.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 7

Did someone call for help? Coming to the rescue is @dfergs.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

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🪻Kiera Rhodes🪻 @krhodesva.bsky.social · Jun 5

🪻ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT🪻

Holy crap this art is cool..

AHEM
you can now hear me as the voice of Willow in #ToTheWayside by @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io!!

This was SUCH a fun role and I'm so happy to be a part of this team :D

#voiceactor #voiceover #va #vo #roleannouncement #visualnovel

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 5

A force to be reckoned with has made itself known, and the performance of @krhodesva.bsky.social won't let you forget it!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

Willow sits to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Kiera Rhodes will be taking on the role of Willow.

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Jakob Bottoms 🎙️ @garfunkelvo.bsky.social · Jun 6

🌟ROLE ANNOUNCEMENT🌟

You'll hear me as Lucas in #ToTheWayside! This was such an emotional role to play I hope you like it ❤️

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 4

Don't let appearances fool you. @garfunkelvo.bsky.social is going to show us just how vulnerable this noble can be!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

Lucas stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Jakob Bottoms will be taking on the role of Lucas.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 5

A force to be reckoned with has made itself known, and the performance of @krhodesva.bsky.social won't let you forget it!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 4

Don't let appearances fool you. @garfunkelvo.bsky.social is going to show us just how vulnerable this noble can be!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

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Sophia Chung | Voice Actor @sophiachung.info · Jun 3

Well lookee here! I'm happy to say I'm going to be playing sparkle girl ✨Imani✨ in "To The Wayside", @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io 's queer retelling of Little Mermaid!

Come check it out when the full version is released!

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 3

Why, if it isn't a fellow apprentice! @sophiachung.info will be taking her on!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

Imani stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Sophia Chung will be taking on the role of Imani.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 3

Why, if it isn't a fellow apprentice! @sophiachung.info will be taking her on!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 2

Next up is the iconic local swamp dweller, who will be played by @sirsamgrace.bsky.social!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

Finch stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Sam Grace will be taking on the role of Finch.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 1

Kicking us off is @kimriveravo.bsky.social, who will be breathing life into our sentient leech-monster turned human!

#ToTheWayside #voiceactors

Elm, in their human form, stands to the left. The right of the image has a header that says, "Voice Actor Announcement." Underneath, it states that Kim Rivera will be taking on the role of Elm.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jun 1

The time has come! We're about to announce who will be lending their voices to the #ToTheWayside cast. Check in with us each day for a new reveal! 🤩

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Apr 21

Happy Easter! 🥚✨

Our beloved little hatchling is almost ready for their return!

As of this month, we're halfway through development for the #ToTheWayside update.

Keep an eye out for our voice actor announcements in the near future, and until then, enjoy this cute art from @rinnyboo.bsky.social! 😁

Elm, in their human form, is sitting in a cracked-open Easter egg. The color palette of the egg takes inspiration from their original form. The background is a pastel purple with a pattern of semi-transparent circles to match the spotted egg.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Mar 3

Interested in being a part of our next project? 😙

We’re opening up recruitment for #BeautysPlaything, our queer retelling of Beauty and the Beast!

Check out all the details for applying to our dev team below… 👇

lemmasoft.renai.us/forums/viewt...

lemmasoft.renai.us

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Feb 14

Happy Valentine's Day! 💖

Prepare to open your heart up to Elm once more in our upcoming #ToTheWayside update!

This latest version will bring you voice acting, new artwork, and other more subtle changes.

While you wait, here's a piece from @c-08m.bsky.social for you to enjoy this holiday! 😍

Elm, To The Wayside's protagonist, is all flustered and blushing as they hand you a letter marked with a heart. To the left of them is a speech bubble with a heart in it, indicating that this is a profession of affection. The background is a pink gradient with a pattern of little white hearts.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Jan 2

Cheers to the new year!

In 2025, our goals are to create a bigger space for our community, add a new title to our lineup, and continue building on our existing games.

As a gift, Sparky can now join #PocketCamp players in Whistle Pass by using this QR code to add them to your #CamperCards! Enjoy!

An Animal Crossing version of Sparky stands next to Apollo, an eagle villager. They are dressed in matching outfits: the dark snow-flurry suit, fireworks headband, and floating snow crystals behind them. The bottom of the card says, "Sparky, Lv. 40."

The backside of Sparky's camper card, which provides a QR code to add them to your game.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 25

Season's greetings! Thanks to @suitanart.bsky.social, Sparky's here to spread holiday cheer! 🤩

How did your festivities go? Did you get to celebrate everything you wanted to? Tell us all about it!

A chibi version of Sparkling Horizon Studios' mascot, Sparky, dressed up in a Santa outfit and making an "XD" face. The background is a pink to yellow gradient with sparkles decorating the image. "Happy Holidays" is written in the bottom right corner.

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 18

Wow, thank you! This really brightened up our day. 😄

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 18

Is there room for one more? 👀

We’re a small indie dev studio working on a Sci-Fi Fantasy visual novel and an update for our recent Romantic Tragedy release, #ToTheWayside!

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 17

...And that's a wrap! 🎬

You should all get emails from us by the end of the week.

When you receive your results, you're welcome to ask us for feedback, too! We'd be happy to provide!

Best of luck to everyone, and thank you for your interest in #ToTheWayside! 💖

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Nov 23

#ToTheWayside is getting a voice acting update, and here’s the casting call to prove it! ✨

There’s volunteer roles for every speaking character, and auditions are open until December 15th! Will you be giving it a shot? 🫣

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Casting Call

To The Wayside Casting Call To The Wayside is a queer retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid in a visual novel format. In this version of the tale, our protagonist is Elm, a leech...

docs.google.com

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 13

Our casting call’s deadline is in just a few days! Have you sent your audition in? 😲

Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Nov 23

#ToTheWayside is getting a voice acting update, and here’s the casting call to prove it! ✨

There’s volunteer roles for every speaking character, and auditions are open until December 15th! Will you be giving it a shot? 🫣

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Casting Call

To The Wayside Casting Call To The Wayside is a queer retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid in a visual novel format. In this version of the tale, our protagonist is Elm, a leech...

docs.google.com

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 6

Not really! If you feel it fits the character, we’re open to whatever you’ll be bringing to the table! 😚

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Sparkling Horizon Studios @sparkling-horizon-studios.itch.io · Dec 5

That tracks. 😬

A screenshot from a Romantic Tragedy visual novel, To The Wayside. In it, Finch asks Elm, “So, you’ve really given up then? You plan to die here, on my floor?”

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