Adastra: Interea

A still from the animated title screen of Interea

[[The page below contains spoilers for Adastra.
Adastra: Interea (or simply Interea) is a midquel to Adastra (visual novel). It was created by Howly as a result of creative burnout from Khemia, and is intended to be a much lighter story. Interea's first build was released to patrons on March 17, 2021 and was made publicly available on April 13, 2021. Interea went on a brief hiatus in 2022 to accommodate the release of the final builds of Arches, but is slated to return in 2023.

Many assets from the original Adastra are reused in Interea, such as the sprites for most of the main cast created by Haps, backgrounds created by Blacksun, and certain music. It contains new assets as well however, including sprites for newcomers Bjarni and Magis, new sprites for Amicus, new CG illustrations and an animated title screen provided by Haps, and new music provided by Anthemics.

## Synopsis

Months after the incident with Cato and Amicus becoming emperor, Marco and Amicus are given the task of touring the moon in order to introduce Adastra to its new emperor. The pair are joined by Neferu, Virginia, Cassius and Alexios, as well as several newcomers with key roles in Adastra's political future. While everything is set up to be a simple and smooth trip, there's something more beginning to occur beneath the surface.

## Characters

### Marco

The human POV character. After learning that the Parents had planned for his arrival on Adastra from the very beginning for their own agenda, Marco struggles to trust in their so-called benevolence.

### Amicus

Having recently been crowned emperor and becoming engaged to Marco, Amicus is determined to make a good impression on his people while spending as much time as he can with his lover before they part ways for eight years.

### Neferu

With Amicus as emperor, Neferu begins talks with Adastra in forming an alliance with Khemia. Unfortunately, not all of of Adastra's citizens are enthusiastic about the formation of this potential partnership.

### Cassius

After facing the humiliation of abdicating the throne, Cassius has turned his attention toward helping the impoverished citizens of Adastra. However, his continued connection to Alexios may prove to complicate matters.

### Alexios

Despite nearly toppling the Adastran empire, Alexios continues to roam amongst the group due to his close relationship with Cassius and joins the delegation at his partner's request.

### Virginia

Having recently become the first woman to serve as advisor to the emperor, Virginia hopes to make the empire successful and keep her brother on task.

### Bjarni

A bear sibling serving as the group's tour guide who has planned out a specific itinerary to maximize the delegation's efficiency in their goals.

### Brunis

A wolverine serving as an ambassador from Khemia who joins the delegation as a public example of Adastra and Khemia's future cooperation.

### Magis

The champion of Lux and one of the city's triumvirates. Despite his apparent age, he remains a fearsome pugnu opponent and seems to be more progressive than other members of his generation.

## Gallery

Teaser artwork used to announce Interea.The title screen artwork of Interea, as well as the promotional image for Interea Build 1- In the Meantime.A CG used as the promotional image for Interea Build 2- Agency.Promo art for Interea Build 3- Pugnu.Promo art for Interea Build 4- Hot Springs and Infrastructure.
## External Links

* Download links on itch.io
* Echo Project Official Patreon