The Fates Were Merciful: An Epic (TS4) Updated 3/27

[108sims]

With this challenge I hope to work on and expand my writing ability, while enjoying the different challenges that an EPIC has to offer.


Generation One - Garden of Eden: Amanda "Andi" Banks
Introductions, Challenges, and Mini Challenges.
Chapter 1.1 The Catalyst
Chapter 1.2 Clean Slate
Chapter 1.3 Protected
Chapter 1.4 Contentment
Chapter 1.5 Powerful
Chapter 1.6 History Repeats Itself

Family Tree

[Teresa]

Andi is really pretty.

[Salem]

Andi is so pretty° I lovw how her eyes look with the dark skin! I also Love the EPIC challenge, I hope you have good luck with it!

[108sims]

Teresa and Salem: Thank you! I think she's one of my favorite sims I've made. I'm glad you like her too!

Salem: Thanks! It seems like a really cool challenge. I hope I'm able to complete it. Right now I have a bunch of ideas.

[108sims]

Chapter 1.1 is up now!

[108sims]

Chapter 1.2 is up now!

[Salem]

I love how you created the story about the fates and everything! Also, excited to find out what Silas is hiding! They kake dicha cute couple, hopefully they can work thigs out soon!

[108sims]

Thank you! I was a little nervous because this project is a bit more ambitious than I usually go for, but I’m having fun. I think they are cute together too. Hopefully things will work out for them. I’m working on the next update currently.

Thanks for reading, and I’m glad you liked it.

[108sims]

Chapter 1.3 available now!

I'm kind of starting over because vampires were a bit of a pain, but some things will remain the same.

[Salem]

Spoiler:

I wasn't expecting the restart because I didn't read your message until after the chapter lol but I loved Grimm telling off the fates, it was fun xD
Let's hope next life goes better for Andi and Silas!

[108sims]

Spoiler:

I wasn't expecting the restart because I didn't read your message until after the chapter lol but I loved Grimm telling off the fates, it was fun xD
Let's hope next life goes better for Andi and Silas!

Spoiler:

I didn't really want to restart, but playing them as vampires, as I got further along was a pain, especially when it came to getting them food.

I loved writing Grim telling off the Fates. They don't like him as much as he doesn't like them. Andi and Silas are in much better hands, now that the Fates let Andi go.

Chapter 1.4 is up now!

[Salem]

Spoiler:

I can imagine about the vampires! Specially if they don't bite humans! And that moment with Grimm was simply awesme! Epic, like the challenge

It seems like this new life is going so much better than previous ones! Congrats to the happy couple on their incoming baby! And also I'm curious about Silas remembering things! That could be dangerous!

[ciyrose]

I know I already commented on the entries themselves, but it's been a fun start if a curvy and unexpected one at times. You set up a very interesting and fun premise! Excited to see where you take this!

[108sims]

Spoiler:

I can imagine about the vampires! Specially if they don't bite humans! And that moment with Grimm was simply awesme! Epic, like the challenge

It seems like this new life is going so much better than previous ones! Congrats to the happy couple on their incoming baby! And also I'm curious about Silas remembering things! That could be dangerous!

Spoiler:

I ended up having them bite humans a couple of times, but they both had the guilty drinker punishment, so it was not a good idea.

Yes, things are definitely a lot better for Andi and Silas right now! As for Silas remembering things, it's definitely not good and causing him to worry a lot. More will be revealed soon.

I know I already commented on the entries themselves, but it's been a fun start if a curvy and unexpected one at times. You set up a very interesting and fun premise! Excited to see where you take this!

Thank you! I've had a lot of fun putting this together. It's nice to write a bit of a story, and I definitely have more plans, especially once Realm of Magic is released.

[108sims]

It's been too long! Have an update for my favorite little family here.

[LuckyDuck]

Just read Chapter 1!

Spoiler:

I love Andi's design! I really like the backstory with her family, and that they were more interested in climbing the ladder than looking after their kids, so the siblings end up having to rely on each other. I really love that she has such protective older brothers in the beginning as well! The shots of them all having fun and hugging are adorable. Andi's mum honestly sounds quite awful, always making her feel inferior all of the time. It's real sad for Andi that the one person who protected her seems to have turned on her and has taken her mother's side when they're older. I think they need to stop controlling Andi's life and decisions; if she doesn't want to be in a relationship then that's her choice, not theirs! I'm glad at least Chris is sticking up for her! I kind of want to punch the guy that was creepy and manipulative towards Andi! I do really like that Andi sticks up for herself and refuses to take anyone else's bull though, good for her!

I do feel bad for Andi when she has that talk with Adam, and that all she wants is to go back to the old days where everyone got along. I felt horrible when Andi died and ended up seeing the Grim Reaper, she does not deserve this, poor girl! I really love the way you set that scene up though, like imagine the horror of actually being aware that you're dead just as you planned to get your life back on track? Really liking the idea of multiple timelines that you've got set up here as well. Real cryptic what the GR says to her about her 'other lives' as well, makes me wonder what else is in store for her... Love your rendition of The Fates with their fancy clothes and funky colours as well. I also like the idea of the Grim Reaper being quite mericful himself, and offering to make a plea for Andi instead of waiting for one. I think it's cool how they decide to reset the timeline from a certain point, but the butterfly effect might come into play...we can't forget about chaos theory. If something has been done to give Andi a fresh start, it won't be without paying a price by meddling with the timeline.

I honestly love your writing style so much, and that you can create so much character and backstory without over-explaining anything. I also love how all your characters have very different personalities and speech patterns as well. Beautiful screenshots too!

Love this so far, when I actually get a break from work I plan to read the rest!

[108sims]

Just read Chapter 1!

Spoiler:

I love Andi's design! I really like the backstory with her family, and that they were more interested in climbing the ladder than looking after their kids, so the siblings end up having to rely on each other. I really love that she has such protective older brothers in the beginning as well! The shots of them all having fun and hugging are adorable. Andi's mum honestly sounds quite awful, always making her feel inferior all of the time. It's real sad for Andi that the one person who protected her seems to have turned on her and has taken her mother's side when they're older. I think they need to stop controlling Andi's life and decisions; if she doesn't want to be in a relationship then that's her choice, not theirs! I'm glad at least Chris is sticking up for her! I kind of want to punch the guy that was creepy and manipulative towards Andi! I do really like that Andi sticks up for herself and refuses to take anyone else's bull though, good for her!

I do feel bad for Andi when she has that talk with Adam, and that all she wants is to go back to the old days where everyone got along. I felt horrible when Andi died and ended up seeing the Grim Reaper, she does not deserve this, poor girl! I really love the way you set that scene up though, like imagine the horror of actually being aware that you're dead just as you planned to get your life back on track? Really liking the idea of multiple timelines that you've got set up here as well. Real cryptic what the GR says to her about her 'other lives' as well, makes me wonder what else is in store for her... Love your rendition of The Fates with their fancy clothes and funky colours as well. I also like the idea of the Grim Reaper being quite mericful himself, and offering to make a plea for Andi instead of waiting for one. I think it's cool how they decide to reset the timeline from a certain point, but the butterfly effect might come into play...we can't forget about chaos theory. If something has been done to give Andi a fresh start, it won't be without paying a price by meddling with the timeline.

I honestly love your writing style so much, and that you can create so much character and backstory without over-explaining anything. I also love how all your characters have very different personalities and speech patterns as well. Beautiful screenshots too!

Love this so far, when I actually get a break from work I plan to read the rest!

Spoiler:

Andi is a character I've had for a bit. It was fun developing more of her backstory! Yeah I always saw her parents more interested in work. Not necessarily horrible parents, but the kind that are always "too busy" to go do something with their kids if they ask to go out somewhere or even have a bedtime story. Her brothers were/are protective of her since she's the youngest. Adam just doesn't have the best way of going about it at all. They kind of have similar personalities in that they're a bit independent and stubborn, so they clash. She and her mom have never seen eye to eye and probably never will. In her mom's eyes, she wants Andi to be more of a "strong woman," her way is the only right way to be strong, not Andi's or anyone else's. Chris is the best older brother, and Isaac sort of just started blindly following along with all of their mom's decisions once their dad passed away. He feels like he's the man of the household now, and that means backing up everything his mom thinks, even though it's not necessarily with the best of intentions. Yeah he was a real creep. In my mind Andi was more of a prize for him than a person. He's definitely yucky. Andi's not one to take things lying down. She will not let other people make her decisions for her ever!

Andi's a big people person, and just wants everyone to be happy and live in peace. Of course that doesn't always happen, but before her long series of misfortunes, things were relatively good. Thank you! She definitely was terrified, and sick to her stomach, a little angry too since as you said she was just about to get her life back on track. I kind of figure since sims, like the premades, show up in multiple games and live different lives in each one, the idea of multiple timelines isn't too far fetched. Poor Andi doesn't always have the best of luck in her alternate lives either. Though, she may get to turn that around this time. I loved designing The Fates! The title should really be The Grim Reaper is Merciful. He feels bad for Andi. It kind of goes along with how some of her other lives aren't that great. She kind of starts out with the cards stacked against her. There will definitely be a price to pay. Things may seem "normal" to her at first. The reset affects her in a strange way, and it also has an effect on someone she knew before. (Giving out little hints here)

Thank you so much for your kind comments. I'm glad you've enjoyed this first chapter, and that it made sense with the information I provided (one thing I really worried about when considering writing this). I hope you continue to enjoy (and the my most recent chapter isn't too off since I took a bit of a break). Your comment made me super happy!

Just for fun, here's a couple pictures of Andi and Adam in my Discover University test save. They're just the type of siblilngs to butt heads even during the good times.





In the second one I'm imagining him lecturing her on how to cook.

Thanks for reading!

[LuckyDuck]

I finally got around to reading Chapter 2!

Spoiler:

Oh wow, so every part of that last chapter was actually a dream? So is she dreaming all this, or is she legitimately being transported back into a certain part of time? Hmm... Juliette is so so cute! I feel really bad for her TBH, especially watching her wash clothes by hand...no thanks XC I really love that screenshot of her stood in the hazy graveyard, super creepy. I'm still wondering why she keeps disappearing and ending up in Forgotten Hollow though, that's weird as hell. I love that the vampire is glad to talk to a non-vampire for once as well, but I guess vampire conversation can't be fun. "How you feeling?" "Cold, dead." "What did you have for tea?" "Blood." I might be wrong here but...I feel like I do remember Silas's name being mentioned in Chapter 1 but I forgot where, so I'm thinking maybe she has met him before? Then again I'm super forgetful so IDK. Unless she's going across timelines or something... Not gonna lie his comment about 'I can't imagine anyone hating you' warmed my heart a little bit. I really like Silas's backstory and also how he can sort of relate to Andi in the sense that they both feel very separated from their families- her feeling unsupported, and then Silas just not wanting to do what his family expects of him...At least that's the vibe I get.

The reveal about the vampires though...maybe a vampire has been messing with Andi and erasing her memories? Unless that vampire who's doing that is Silas, and maybe that's why she feels she's met him? The pic of the two cats on the bed near the end is so adorable. I feel awful for Andi after being turned down, mainly because she's had enough rejection for her family. No wonder she's so aloof and independent- she's tried to include others in her life, but seems to have issues with being rejected by everybody. I'm wondering what she might be growing that cowplant for at the end though...

Loving this story and all the intrigue, amazing work !!

[108sims]

I finally got around to reading Chapter 2!

Spoiler:

Oh wow, so every part of that last chapter was actually a dream? So is she dreaming all this, or is she legitimately being transported back into a certain part of time? Hmm... Juliette is so so cute! I feel really bad for her TBH, especially watching her wash clothes by hand...no thanks XC I really love that screenshot of her stood in the hazy graveyard, super creepy. I'm still wondering why she keeps disappearing and ending up in Forgotten Hollow though, that's weird as hell. I love that the vampire is glad to talk to a non-vampire for once as well, but I guess vampire conversation can't be fun. "How you feeling?" "Cold, dead." "What did you have for tea?" "Blood." I might be wrong here but...I feel like I do remember Silas's name being mentioned in Chapter 1 but I forgot where, so I'm thinking maybe she has met him before? Then again I'm super forgetful so IDK. Unless she's going across timelines or something... Not gonna lie his comment about 'I can't imagine anyone hating you' warmed my heart a little bit. I really like Silas's backstory and also how he can sort of relate to Andi in the sense that they both feel very separated from their families- her feeling unsupported, and then Silas just not wanting to do what his family expects of him...At least that's the vibe I get.

The reveal about the vampires though...maybe a vampire has been messing with Andi and erasing her memories? Unless that vampire who's doing that is Silas, and maybe that's why she feels she's met him? The pic of the two cats on the bed near the end is so adorable. I feel awful for Andi after being turned down, mainly because she's had enough rejection for her family. No wonder she's so aloof and independent- she's tried to include others in her life, but seems to have issues with being rejected by everybody. I'm wondering what she might be growing that cowplant for at the end though...

Loving this story and all the intrigue, amazing work !!

Spoiler:

Andi was transported back to a few years prior to when the first chapter took place. She has nightmares about what happened that day, but she thinks they're just that, nightmares. Resetting the timeline wasn't perfect, so her having the nightmares was part a consequence of sorts. I love Juliette! She's Andi's baby, and she's really cute. Yeah I wouldn't want to do laundry by hand either. It's too bad per the rules she she has to do things the old fashioned way. Definitely creepy, and more after effects of time being changed. It was kind of worse for her to be in the same timeline, than if she was sent to an alternate universe. She honestly kind of has spots in her memories where she can't remember anything. No, vampire conversations aren't much fun. He doesn't get along much with the other vampires either, so having a human to talk to is refreshing (and so is having someone he actually gets along with). Silas was mentioned in the first chapter, so they did meet. Is it just a lucky coincidence they met again? He already has a soft spot for her. They are kindred spirits in a way with their family issues. Andi wasn't good enough for her family, and Silas wasn't really willing to do what his family, especially his father, wanted him to do.

The vampires are secretive and do not like anyone knowing about them. They have centuries of paranoia built up telling them not to trust humans, even though they really don't have anything to worry about in the present day. Vampires are kind of the bad guys here, well most of them. There are good vampires since you can't generalize everyone. I love her cats so much. I may not show much of them, but they're their own characters. Silas has his reasons for turning her down, even though he's being a bit ridiculous. It doesn't help things for Andi though. She really hasn't had much support in her life, and it's really gotten to her being rejected again, and again. She could definitely use a hug! Oh, she just wanted to grow a cowplant, though it could provide soem good protection!

Thanks for reading!

[LuckyDuck]

Finally caught up after weeks of saying I would! XD

Spoiler:

CHAPTER 4 RAMBLES!
Your screenshots are always so bright and pretty! I like the idea of Andi marrying Silas, but it's just annoying for her that only one parent would approve of it! I love that they've been friends ever since childhood as well, it's so sweet. The screenshots of them kissing are too adorable! Their house is so opulent as well, I really like those little unicorn heads on the stairs.

I feel so bad that Andi had to run away and also hide for a long time to avoid the people that went looking for her; her mother should have listened to her father, IMO! Their wedding is the cutest thing in the world, I love the speech that Silas gives her. There's something so wholesome about the two of them leaving the high life for a humble life as farmers as well. The screenshot of them cuddling asleep on the bed is so cute.

I'm enjoying all the references to the deja vu as well, and the hints at timelines when Silas wonders if they've done it before. I'm wondering if each iteration of Silas and Andi is subconsciously aware of what's going on. Congrats to Andi on becoming pregnant as well!

I'm thinking that Silas's dreams might actually be pieces of Andi's deaths across timelines, as opposed to just dreaming?

CHAPTER 5 RAMBLES!
I like the inclusion of Glimmerbrook as well, I like the thought of Silas going as far as to use magic to clear up his nightmares- but I'm wondering if it'll be at a cost. Morgyn is really cool as well.

Ooh, that wham reveal of Silas's 'real father' as well...He's gonna have a bunch of questions that I hope he gets answers to! I love how feisty and protective Andi is BTW, she's great, haha! Even if she's pregnant she still wants to kick the asses of anyone who harms Silas. She's amazing XD

I'm so glad Andi delivered her child okay, I was so worried for her! Yelena is such a pretty name. I feel so bad for her that she can't be as close to her child as she'd like to be, because of her illness. Yelena is SUCH a cute little toddler! I love her hair!

Love this story so far! < 3