Thanks a lot for playing and for the honest feedback. I'm glad the movement eventually clicked for you.
For the writing, I was really trying to channel an old-school JRPG vibe, like Chrono Trigger or the Tales series. I love those games where you get sudden, vague emotional phrases during quiet story moments. Blending that reading pace with fast platforming is definitely tricky, so I appreciate you pointing out where the flow breaks.
I'm really happy you liked the visuals and atmosphere. Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts on my entry.