In the captivating world of "Heavens' Revolution: A Lion Among the Cypress," a Persian steampunk empire awaits your mastery of arcane alchemy to spark a revolution. Will you harness your alchemical prowess to mend a khalicraft spaceship, ready to embark on an interstellar journey, or take command of a formidable mech to lead the charge in battle? The choice is yours as you navigate the turbulent waters of a city on the brink of upheaval.

This interactive retrofuturistic fantasy novel, crafted by Peter Adrian Behravesh, draws inspiration from eighteenth-century Iran. With 270,000 words and a myriad of choices, your decisions shape a narrative devoid of graphics or sound effects, relying solely on the boundless power of your imagination.

Your expertise in alchemy positions you at the forefront of merging magic with technology, delving into the science that governs both the material world and the celestial realms. You possess the ability to concoct gunpowder, engineer complex machinery, brew potions to combat severe ailments, and craft alluring perfumes. While much of astralchemy's knowledge has faded into obscurity, you stand on the threshold of rediscovering ancient arts—perhaps even repairing a khalicraft spaceship to flee to new worlds, or piloting a colossal mech into the fray.

Seyj, an ancient city teetering on the edge of revolution, has been under the yoke of the She'ri Empire for half a century. Descended from both the She'ri colonists and the venerable families of Seyj, your allegiance is divided. As a citizen, you are conscripted into the Royalists' army, tasked with 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, seeking your allegiance, you must decide: Will you stand with them, believing in their fight for justice? Will you remain steadfast in your duty to the satrap, or will you tread a perilous path, playing both sides as a cunning spy? Beware, for one wrong move could place you in the deadly path of a shamshir's blade.

In "Heavens' Revolution: A Lion Among the Cypress," you can:

• Choose your gender identity as male, female, or nonbinary, and your sexual orientation as gay, straight, bisexual, or asexual.
• Master the arcane arts of astralchemy to forge powerful weapons, establish your own workshop, or secure a prestigious professorship at the University.
• Ascend through the military ranks and lead an army to protect the satrap.
• Alternatively, join the revolution to dethrone the usurper and reinstate the rightful ruler.
• Explore romantic connections with a fellow soldier, a blacksmith-turned-rebel, or even a princess.

As you navigate this intricate world, you must ponder: Is the conquest of the world worth the potential loss of your soul?