In the vibrant world of "Heavens' Revolution: A Lion Among the Cypress," a Persian steampunk empire awaits your mastery of arcane alchemy. Will you harness this ancient knowledge to mend a khalicraft spaceship, enabling an escape to new realms, or will you command a formidable mech into the heart of battle? The choice is yours as you navigate the turbulent waters of a revolution on the cusp of eruption.

Set in the retrofuturistic fantasy inspired by eighteenth-century Iran, this interactive novel by Peter Adrian Behravesh places you at the helm of your destiny. With 270,000 words and a myriad of choices, your journey is powered solely by the boundless expanse of your imagination. There are no graphics or sound effects, just the pure, immersive power of text.

Your prowess in alchemy positions you at the forefront of both magic and technology, mastering the intricate science that governs both the earthly and celestial realms. Already adept in creating gunpowder, designing complex machinery, concocting potent potions to combat grave diseases, and crafting exquisite perfumes, you stand on the threshold of even greater discoveries. The lost art of astralchemy beckons, offering the potential to repair a khalicraft spaceship for interplanetary travel or to pilot a colossal mech into combat.

The ancient city of Seyj teeters on the edge of upheaval. Fifty years prior, the She'ri Empire overthrew the old ruler and seized control of your planet. With heritage tracing back to both She'ri colonists and the noble families of Seyj, your allegiance is divided. As a citizen, you are obligated to serve in the Royalists' army, defending the satrap governor. Yet, the Revolutionists' protests grow louder each day, demanding the satrap's overthrow and the restoration of the old regime.

When the Revolutionists approach you with their cause, a crucial decision looms: Will you align with their quest for justice? Or will you remain steadfast in your duty to the satrap? Alternatively, will you tread a more perilous path, acting as a double agent and manipulating the factions against each other?

Beware, for the wrong choice could lead you to the sharp edge of a shamshir's blade.

• Choose to play as male, female, or nonbinary; gay, straight, bi, or asexual.
• Master the arcane art of astralchemy to forge powerful weapons, establish your own workshop, or secure a prestigious professorship at the University.
• Ascend the military ranks and lead an army in defense of the satrap.
• Or, join the revolution, topple the usurper, and reinstate the rightful ruler to her throne.
• Find romance with a fellow soldier, a blacksmith-turned-rebel, or a princess.

In this gripping narrative, the ultimate question remains: Is the conquest of the world worth the cost of your soul?