Here’s everything there is to know (so far) about Cupid Parasite -Sweet & Spicy Darling-! I love this franchise to death and want to give everyone as complete information as I can possibly manage. Feel free to use the table of content if you want to skip to a certain section.
DISCLAIMER! Do not read this article if you have not played the first game and want to avoid major spoilers, especially related to the secret LI. Do not read this article if you want to go into the FD completely blind as it contains some information about the routes.
Contents
My sources for this article are their official website, B’sLOG 2023年6月号 and 2023年7月号 plus Sweet Princess vol. 40. I only picked out and translated information which I thought was relevant, helpful and/or interesting. I do not own any of these information.The purpose of this article is simply to share my excitement with the otome community, and for those with limited access to these information to be able to enjoy them as well!
Let’s start with some basic facts about the game:
Developer/publisher: Idea Factory (Otomate)
Director: Tatematsu Fumie
Scenario writer: Yoshimura Ririka
Illustrator: Yuuya
Platform: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite
Language: Japanese
Release date: 30 November 2023 (JP) / 2024 (ENG)
Official game synopsis
Taken and translated from their official website:
The stylish city, Los York.
A heroine who descended upon that place was none other than the real Goddess of Love, Cupid.
At the major marriage consultation agency, Cupid Corporation, where she works and aims to be a top Bridal Advisor, she finds herself in charge of handling a group of troublesome five members, nicknamed the Parasite 5.
Date simulations, marriage seminars, and appearing on the marriage-hunting share-house TV show ‘PARASITE HOUSE’ to guide them, all for naught as they end up leaving the agency!
However, thanks to their withdrawal, the problems they carry come to light…
They overcome grim and unpredictable accidents together…
—and she falls in love with “him”.
“I vow to love you for a lifetime, to keep your smile no matter the circumstances,
I promise to protect you for as long as I live.”
This is the continuation of the love story after the Goddess of Love, Cupid, falls in love and becomes “his” exclusive Goddess.
The fulfillment of love is not the end but the start of a new life. What awaits the couple who become lovers or spouses is even more unpredictable and tumultuous events!
A new type of unidentified mysterious creature is captured in Los York! The discovered enigmatic pattern, is it a divine revelation or an unknown civilization?
An overwhelmingly sweet and passionate love, and an exciting rollercoaster love story that involves the world.
It’s a cute, happy, and chaotic journey.
A more sweet and more spicy romantic comedy between former goddess x marriage partner-hunter (※), starting once again ―― ♥
※For the new character Merenice Levin, it’s a romantic comedy between “goddess x marriage partner-hunter.”
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New things at Los York
✤ YooQube
A service that can be easily accessed on smartphones and is highly valued by busy Los Yorkers. It offers a variety of video content, including news, vlogs, cooking recipes, and movie reviews. The content creators, known as ‘YooQubers,’ have gained popularity. While their real faces may not be visible in the food category, there are also popular YooQubers who provide dating advice that has been the talk of the town.
✤ D’Amour Paradis
No official synopsis yet, but this is a new man-made island owned by Eli Omar, one of the new sub-characters. It is also known as ‘Paradise of Love.’ According to the Los York map, the island is likely within sights from Cupid Corporation’s building.
✤ Mow Donuts
Not much is known about this place yet, but this is Merenice’s favourite donut place. Robin (one of the new sub-characters) also work here.
Parasite 5 (+1) and the New Parasite
Disclaimer: all images belong to Idea Factory/Otomate and the original creators.
Gill Lovecraft
✤ Age: 24 years
✤ DOB: July 16
✤ Height: 178 cm
✤ Blood type: O
✤ Parasite name: Not Heartbreak Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Kimura Ryohei
When an Agape type, known for their selfless love, marries their beloved, the sweetness of their daily life, where they wholeheartedly dedicate themselves and show their love, surpasses even the indulgence of pampering!
Route synopsis
After having their wedding in Los York and thoroughly enjoying their honeymoon, the couple heads to Gill’s hometown of Baltimore, where they unexpectedly decide to have a second wedding!? Gill’s wedding plans go completely awry, but amidst ups and downs, they once again pledge their love in front of his relatives and friends. As their honeymoon comes to an end and they immerse themselves in their overly affectionate daily life, Lynette and Gill make a decision to fulfil their respective ideals of married life.
Insights from CupiPara staff
The director implies that his route is very sweet, that the game title should become ‘Sweet & Sweet Darling’, lol. The scenario writer said his passion for his wife “knows no bounds” and no one can stop him. “We will bring you their days of indulgent love that can only happen after becoming a husband,” they said!
Shelby Snail
✤ Age: 32 years
✤ DOB: September 7
✤ Height: 185 cm
✤ Blood type: A
✤ Parasite name: Not? Status Parasite
✤ Voice actor: KENN
When a Pragma type, known for their practical love, starts feeling happiness in what they previously considered ‘irrational’ love, changes arise in their work-centric lifestyle!
Route synopsis
Shelby receives an invitation from the newly established ‘Paradise of Love’ – D’Amour Paradis in Los York. He sets off on a vacation with Lynette, which also serves as their honeymoon. Leaving their work behind, the precious and fresh time they spend together is filled with a parade of breathtaking events! However, after enjoying the island, Shelby is confronted with a shocking truth presented by Eli Omar, the person who sent the invitation. In order to protect something precious, what method will Shelby choose?
Insights from CupiPara staff
The key point of Shelby’s route is him gradually processing the fact that he has become a husband. He also grows a bit of a possessive trait, and shows a sweet side only to his wife. Sounds like his route is also drama-filled! To quote the director, “it may make you feel both nervous and affectionate. Despite the twists and turns, he is a man who can make decisive choices, so rest assured!”
Raul Aconite
✤ Age: 21 years
✤ DOB: January 10
✤ Height: 183 cm
✤ Blood type: B
✤ Parasite name: Not? Hobby Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Yashiro Taku
When a Ludus type, known for their playful love, becomes deeply devoted to their lover, a new adventure awaits them!
Route synopsis
After their public declaration of love on the red carpet, the couple faces the anger of Raul’s manager. Romantic scandals are strictly prohibited for the up-and-coming Hollywood star. Nonetheless, Raul, driven by the newfound relationship with Lynette, becomes more passionately drawn to her. However, with a bunch of offers to star in romantic movies flooding in, Raul rebels against his manager. Furthermore, in a completely unexpected manner, he tries to make their marriage a reality with an outrageous plan!?
Insights from CupiPara staff
The key point of Raul’s route is his transition from being ‘casual’ to being in a ‘mutual relationship,’ and overcoming challenges particularly due to his position as an actor. More from the scenario writer, “you can witness his unexpectedly childish side and the stimulating situations unique to an adult. His charm point, ‘muscles,’ also comes into play, adding to the allure.”
Keisaiin F. Ryuki
✤ Age: 20 years
✤ DOB: December 31
✤ Height: 174 cm
✤ Blood type: AB
✤ Parasite name: Not? Appearance Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Enoki Junya
When an Eros type, deeply passionate about beauty, learns that inner qualities are important, they make efforts to truly understand their partner and ascend the staircase of maturity!
Route synopsis
The couple, who got engaged on New Year’s Eve, travels to Ryuki’s hometown in Japan to meet his parents and announce their marriage. While sightseeing, Ryuki expresses his desire to greet Lynette’s parents as well. However, Lynette, who hasn’t revealed her former status as a Goddess to him, ends up evading the topic. Witnessing this, Ryuki becomes anxious and jealous, which starts affecting his work as a fashion designer… Eventually, the couple learns the importance of cherishing each step they take forward.
Insights from CupiPara staff
Because Lynette is Ryuki’s first love, we may see some “childish aspects in his thinking” and how he “gets swayed by unfamiliar emotions.” The scenario writer said his route tells the story of “two love beginners, leading up to their marriage.” Also, his route will have the biggest contrast in terms of spiciness, according to the director.
Allan Melville
✤ Age: 28 years
✤ DOB: February 8
✤ Height: 181 cm
✤ Blood type: ???
✤ Parasite name: Not Stolen Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Furukawa Makoto
When a Mania type, with passionate love, finally grasps the happiness they had given up on, will they become consumed by their appetite or…?
Route synopsis
The fallen Lynette and Allan have a private wedding ceremony in a small chapel. They live outside the confines of human time, but still enjoy the small daily joys of life, such as going on a honeymoon and engaging in DIY activities. However, one day, when they encounter a young boy, they learn about an ‘unattainable hope.’ Within the eternity of time, where will their future lead them?
Insights from CupiPara staff
Both the director and scenario writer emphasised that this route was designed to evoke emotions. We will also learn more about Allan’s past and the nature of demons (incubus), and there will be unique encounters. To quote the scenario writer, “it’s a story of living together in an endlessly continuing life, contemplating the definition of happiness.”
Peter Flage
✤ Age: — years
✤ DOB: April 1 (※ He wants cake, so he decides his birthday should fall on April Fool’s Day)
✤ DOB: October 2 (※ The other form)
✤ Height: 181 cm
✤ Blood type: —
✤ Parasite name: Not? Sensitive Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Okamoto Nobuhiko
When a Storge type with love for friendship learns about the future with the one they have been watching over, they struggle with expressing their affection!?
Route synopsis
During their honeymoon in the Christmas market of Los York, Lynette recalls the intern she encountered during her ‘studies’. At the same time, she notices Peter, who has filled their bags with mouth-watering foods. As she observes Peter, who has been working hard as the supreme deity Jupiter all by himself, she reflects on his hardships and wishes for him to enjoy his time freely during the honeymoon. However, they find themselves grappling with how to express their affection in the human world—–.
Insights from CupiPara staff
In this FD, the Sensitive Parasite will confronts issues and takes steps as an adult… and there will be some drama in Celestia too! Both the director and the scenario writer emphasised that his route should ideally be played last. To quote the director, “in Peter’s route, there are grand plot developments that tie everything together, creating a fitting story for the conclusion of the ‘Cupid Parasite’ world (although we don’t intend to conclude it just yet…!).”
Merenice Levin
✤ Age: 24 years
✤ DOB: February 14
✤ Height: 180 cm
✤ Blood type: O
✤ Parasite name: Destiny Parasite
✤ Voice actor: Uemura Yuto
Merenice is a popular fortune teller who has been trending on social media lately. He appears as a new attraction on the 8th Avenue, but you can only meet him if you’re lucky. He loves the donuts from Mow Donuts and uses the same store located on the 7th Avenue when giving readings. He has a gentle demeanour and his catchphrase is “Right?” (Sou desu yo ne?). He repeatedly emphasises “everything is determined by fate.”
Merenice’s route starts from the last common route of the first game, and acts as a bridge between the first game and the FD.
Route synopsis
Merenice can see the destiny of all people, so he has been living a predictable life, knowing what will happen next.
Lynette, shocked by the event of all members of Parasite 5 leaving the group, decides to visit a famous fortune-teller. There, she meets Merenice, a fortune-teller who reads fate with a donut in hand. She immediately requests a reading, but Merenice is unable to read Lynette, who is a god… Intrigued by her, Merenice decides to join Cupid Corporation.
Insights from CupiPara staff
The director described him as an enigmatic character. The scenario writer mentioned that meeting Lynette was a life-changing experience for him. He will exude a unique kind of ‘assertiveness’ – the way he approaches her is “gentle, yet surprising, and firm.” Apparently, he is also “calm but not easily predictable, and flexible but unexpectedly stubborn.”
Promo CG and scenario
Gill
Gill: “…”
Gently feeling the soft sensation against my lips, I slowly opened my eyes, which were drooping with drowsiness.
Lynette: “…Gill?”
Gill: “Ahaha. Good morning… Were you sleeping?”
Lynette: “Huh? Seems like it…”
Even though I didn’t think I was asleep, there was Gill’s face in front of me, which shouldn’t have been there just a moment ago.
It appears that I dozed off while lying on the balcony’s lounge chair, listening to the sound of the waves.
With a tiny smile, I wrapped my arm around his neck.
Lynette: “Hehe. Good morning, Gil.”
Gill: “Good morning.”
As I thought I felt his breath, his lips overlapped with mine.
The same kiss I received in my dream while dozing off earlier.
Closing my eyes in bliss from Gill’s beloved kiss.
—Even after the wedding ceremony ended and we came for our honeymoon, we have been together like this all the time.
However, no matter how much we desire each other, the feeling of ‘getting sick of it’ never comes.
The more I come to know the warmth of his bare skin and the touch of his fingers stroking my head, the more I become greedy for more.
Gill: “…The juice has arrived. Want some?”
Lynette: “Oh, right. I asked for drinks from room service, didn’t I…”
Gill: “Yes, it’s sweet and delicious. Here you go.”
He handed me the juice, and I took a sip.
The refreshing sweetness felt pleasant in my throat, as if it eased my body.
It’s a juice said to be the most popular in the hotel, containing mango, pineapple, lime, and more.
Lynette: “It’s delicious…”
Gill: “Ahaha, I’m glad. Dinner is in about two hours. So, you can still sleep if you want.”
Affectionately narrowing his eyes, Gill slowly caressed my cheek with the pad of his thumb.
Gill: “You must be tired, right? You were so lively at the beach during the day, and since the wedding ended, you haven’t had much rest.”
Lynette: “Hehe, thank you. But I’m fine. Because you have been with me all along.”
Because Gill—the person I love—is with me, the feeling of happiness outweighs the fatigue.
Clinging onto his neck once again, I kissed him back.
Shelby
Lynette: “Morning, Shelby.”
Shelby: “You’re an early riser again today.”
Shelby: “Good morning.”
Shelby’s hand reached out, pulling my face closer, and our lips met.
—It had been two weeks since Shelby and I had our wedding ceremony.
We are living between the houses on 8th Avenue and 1st Avenue, depending on our work schedules.
I am now working as Shelby’s Secretary rather than a Bridal Advisor in order to support him.
Despite being busy with work, we live a happy newlywed life.
Shelby: “So, the schedule for today… Ah, a meeting from 9 o’clock.”
Lynette: “Can we have breakfast before you go?”
Shelby: “Well… We should have enough time.”
Lynette: “That’s good! Then today, we don’t need bananas, right?”
Shelby: “Yeah.”
With a wry smile, Shelby glanced at the bananas placed by the bedside.
Bananas raise blood sugar levels.
So, when he has an online meeting right after waking up, he intends to eat them and keeps them in the bedroom.
Bananas, supplements, jelly drinks—Shelby used to live that way a while ago.
Now, he eats breakfast with me before going to work.
We decided to do that together when we got married, no matter how busy we are.
We wanted to cherish the time spent together as a married couple. That was our shared sentiment.
However, he was still as busy as ever.
Meetings, discussions, dinners.
He has been working non-stop lately.
Although we have breakfast together, we always have separate dinners.
He only has jelly drinks.
Lynette: “But Shelby, today marks nine consecutive days of work. You should take a break soon.”
Shelby: “Yeah… You’re right. Certainly, as you say.”
Shelby: “Until now, it was normal for me to keep running alone… Having someone who cares for me like this is a happy thing. I appreciate it.”
Looking at me through the mirror while applying eyeshadow, Shelby squints his eyes.
Shelby: “I want to spend some more leisurely time with you. Let’s take a proper break somewhere.”
Shelby: “Besides… We haven’t had our honeymoon yet, right? If we can get time off, should we go?”
—Honeymoon. I didn’t expect him to bring up that word, and I couldn’t help but feel happy.
Lynette: “Yes, let’s go.”
I embraced him tightly, and he blushed and became flustered.
Raul
After walking the red carpet together…
Manager: “Hey!! Raul, what were you thinking, declaring your relationship in a place like that?!”
Raul and I were being scolded by the manager.
Even while we were in the office, the phones kept ringing incessantly.
Questions were pouring in because we had made an unauthorised “declaration of love.”
As we held hands under the table, we apologised to the manager together.
***
Manager: “Anyway, the next project has come in. It’s another romance film. It will surely attract more female fans. So please refrain from getting married for a while.”
Raul: “What?! Another romance film?! I thought I could finally do an action movie…”
Manager: “The director of that ‘Goddess Riding a Camel (Rakuda ni Notta Megami) Part 2′ you did last time came to see me personally.”
Manager: “The director is Howard. Moreover, the lead actress is Emilia Turner, who is becoming really popular. There’s no reason to turn down this project.”
Lynette: (Howard, who worked on Newton Code!? And Emilia, she’s become popular in dramas recently—)
This is a big opportunity, no doubt.
It would be such a waste to decline.
Even I can understand that. But…
Raul: “But… if it’s a romance film, there will be kissing scenes, right?”
Manager: “Yeah, there will probably be some. Kiss scenes and even bed scenes.”
Raul: “Sorry, but I’ll have to skip. I don’t want to kiss anyone other than my girlfriend.”
Lynette: “Raul—“
Manager: “Wait a moment, Raul. What are you saying? You’re a professional actor. Separate your work and personal life.”
Raul: “If the actress was my girlfriend, I would consider it…”
Manager: “Listen here, she’s still a newcomer. Besides, you don’t plan to act in movies anymore, right?”
Lynette: “Uh, yeah…”
In the first place, getting a role in ‘Goddess Riding a Camel Part 2’ seemed like a stroke of luck.
The director asked me to appear in Part 3 as well, but I didn’t think about making it my main career.
Acting is difficult, and I don’t have confidence to play other roles.
Above all, I love my job at CC… because I was a Cupid.
Supporting people’s love is the job I want to do the most for now.
Manager: “Anyway, it’s a rare opportunity. I will handle the negotiations from my end—“
Raul: “Don’t wanna. I can’t act like that!”
Manager: “Just do it the same way as before.”
Raul: “It’s impossible! I can’t remember how to do it…”
Manager: “But before you fell in love, you could do kissing scenes easily, right?”
Raul: “That might be true… But that’s why I decided to live honestly from now on.”
Raul: “I want to treasure her. That’s why I won’t appear in movies with love scenes with other actresses.”
Manager: “Raul!? What are you saying? Most hit movies have those kinds of scenes, you know—“
Raul: “But there are also movies without them! —Now, let’s go!”
Lynette: “Raul!?”
Raul pulled my hand and we rushed out of the office.
It was Raul Aconite, the immensely popular Hollywood actor, going through his first phase of rebellion.
I had a sense that the stormy chapter was about to begin—.
Ryuki
On the day I proposed to her, the day I turned 20, I touched her as a man for the first time.
Honestly, I was so engrossed in it that I don’t remember if I did it properly.
Ryuki: (That’s why, this time… I wanted to do it properly)
Despite my inner conflict, I couldn’t stop myself anymore.
It was frustrating. It was adorable.
I wanted her to see me as a man.
Ryuki: “—Is it alright?”
Finally, she looked troubled and embarrassed by my words.
Lynette: “Um, Ryuki… It’s okay, but—“
Ryuki: “If it’s okay with you, then it’s fine.”
Lynette: “Ah…!”
I silenced her objections with a kiss and let her hair down.
The scent of the treatment I gave her lingered in the hair spread across the sheets.
It was the shampoo and conditioner from the mini-bottles I had prepared for our trip.
Ryuki: (She used the one I gave her instead of the amenities…)
I had only given it to her for the sake of beauty, but as I sensed femininity in the fragrance, my heart started beating faster.
Lynette: “Wa…wait, Ryuki…”
Ryuki: “No. I told you I wouldn’t hold back once I turned 20, remember?”
Ryuki: “…Just stay still.”
I had to say that, or I would be the one overwhelmed.
While placing kisses on her neck, I summoned all my rationality.
Lynette: “Ryuki… I, um…”
Ryuki: (…Ugh. Why does she make such a cute face? It’s unfair.)
Her blushing cheeks and the voice escaping from her small lips, everything about her was irresistibly cute.
I didn’t know I had such impulses within me.
But now that I’ve discovered them, there’s no going back.
Ryuki: “Just leave it to me tonight.”
The words I nonchalantly uttered were easily absorbed by the sweetness in her teary eyes, losing their meaning.
I knew that I would once again drown in her tonight.
Allan
Allan: “Hey, let’s continue with the first bite.”
Lynette: “Um, I think one bite was enough for the first bite…”
Allan: “But there’s still so much left to eat, right? Plus, I want to capture it not only in photos but also in a video.”
After pressing the record button on his smartphone, he scooped up some cream with his fingers and offered it to my lips as if asking me to lick it.
Lynette: “Mmm… If you do it like that, I won’t be able to eat…”
Allan: “Don’t worry… Here, have a taste.”
With his finger in my mouth, I couldn’t resist and started licking it.
The overly sweet taste of the cream in my mouth made my head feel light and fluffy.
Allan: “Is it delicious?”
Lynette: “It’s delicious, but… I wanted to savour it more slowly…”
I intended to make coffee, put the cake on a plate, and eat it properly.
But here we are, eating it in an inappropriate way. And it’s being captured on video.
Allan: “Yeah, you’re right. Let’s take our time. I’ll also… savour it slowly.”
Lynette: (That’s not what I meant…!)
With a devilish smile, Allan licks off the cream from my lips again.
Allan: “By the way, the first bite symbolises ‘never letting you go hungry for the rest of your life,’ right?”
Lynette: “Now that you mention it… I think I heard that at a seminar back at CC…”
Never letting you go hungry for the rest of your life.
I want to create delicious dishes for you for the rest of your life.
I vaguely remember that meaning.
And some people say that the size of the cake represents the size of affection.
Lynette: (Is it possible that Allan made such a large cake for that reason…?)
Allan: “Here, one more bite.”
Lynette: “Yeah… Mmm, it’s sweet…”
Allan: “Will you share some with me?”
Lynette: “Yeah… Have at it.”
Peter
Peter: “Nom… Gulp… Mmm, delicious! It’s so good!”
Lynette: “Mm, this drink is also delicious! Ah, it warms you up~”
Peter: “Munch, munch, munch… Mmm, this is exquisite! What is this food called!?”
Lynette: “Well, that’s… it seems to be a dish called Thüringer Bratwurst.”
Peter: “I see! Nom… chomp, chomp… Yes, it’s delicious! You should try it too!”
Lynette: “Hehe, then can I have a bite?”
Peter: “…! Ah, yes…”
We only bought one of each because we wanted to try everything.
So we share them and enjoy eating together.
Lynette: “Mm, delicious…”
Peter: “…Ri-right. Yes, it’s very delicious. Oh, this one looks tasty too!”
Eating the potato dish, Kartoffelpuffer, from the plate on the table, Jupiter’s eyes sparkle again.
He looks completely relaxed, unlike when he was in Celestia.
He’s fully at ease, and there’s a nostalgic smile that I’m familiar with.
During my ‘study abroad’, he was the intern named “Peter” I spent time with.
The contrast between him and Jupiter is significant, which makes me feel his usual tension even more.
Lynette: (He is the Chief God after all…)
As the Chief God overseeing the Dii Consentes.
Befitting of the Chief God.
To not disappoint the other gods and to be more impressive than his brother—
He has always carried the weight alone.
That’s why, now that he’s in the human realm, I want him to enjoy himself freely.
Above all, it’s our honeymoon.
We’re on our honeymoon.
Peter: “Mm… This drink called Kinderpunsch is also delicious!”
Lynette: “Hehe. This sweet cream puff-like thing is also incredibly delicious!”
Eating dishes and drinking unusual beverages, we look up at the snowy sky together.
It’s cold, but we’re dressed warmly, and drinking Glühwein warms us from within.
The time at the Christmas market, our first time, passes by happily.
Merenice
Merenice: “Oh, my. You’re my first customer, aren’t you?”
Lynette: “Eh…?”
There stood a somewhat mysterious man.
His whispered voice was quiet, yet he had a peculiar presence.
With graceful hair swaying and lips curving into a smile, he introduced himself.
Merenice: “I am Merenice, a fortune-teller who sees people’s destinies. You’ve come here for a reading, haven’t you? —Right?“
Gently smiling, the man who called himself Merenice extended his hand to me.
Lynette: “Yes. I heard rumours…”
Merenice: “Hehe. Then, please tell me about the future that intrigues you the most.”
Lynette: “The future that intrigues me the most?”
Merenice: “What I see is a person’s destiny, a film of the future that awaits. And it is my role as a fortune-teller to reveal the destiny that captivates you the most. Please, tell me about the future that intrigues you.”
The future that intrigues me, of course, is whether I will get promoted or not.
Merenice: “That expression… It doesn’t seem to be about love. Presumably, your concern is your career fortune. —Right?“
Lynette: (Amazing…)
Lynette: “You’re correct!”
Merenice: “Then, let us focus on the film of your career within your future.”
Smiling, he slowly raised his hand.
A gentle breeze fluttered his sleeves.
And he peered into the ring of a donut.
Lynette: (…A donut?)
Deep within the donut hole, he squinted his eyes.
A calm breeze rustled his hair.
Through the donut, his light-colored eyes stared intently at me.
They held a mysterious and somewhat otherworldly gaze.
Lynette: (Is this… fortune-telling?)
He wasn’t gazing into a crystal or arranging cards.
He was simply looking at me from within the ring of a donut, yet it made me feel unsettled, as if he could see through the depths of my heart.
Slowly, like an oracle in a temple delivering a prophecy, he opened his lips.
Merenice: “Your destiny is…”
Lynette: (My destiny…!?)
Will it be a promotion? Or will it be defeat? Can I surpass Papa? I nervously waited for the fortune-telling result.
Merenice: “…”
Lynette: “…”
However, no matter how long I waited, there were no further words.
Merenice: “…?”
Merenice: “…There is no… future?”
Lynette: “Eh…?”
As if he had seen something unbelievable within the donut hole, he widened his eyes.
Merenice: “Just a few seconds into the future, even the past… I cannot see them. There is no destiny. I’ve never seen someone like you before.”
Merenice: “No, could it be… You’re not human…?”
Lynette: (Gulp.)
Merenice: “Who exactly are you…?”
Q&A with the characters
Don’t skip these…they are too good. 🤣
Q1. Tell us your favourite thing about her!
“Eh?! Favourite thing? Um… I can’t decide on just one… I mean, I love her smiling face, her troubled face, her crying face, her sleepy face… I love when she cooks for me, and when her eyes sparkle while watching movies… Well, my favourite thing about her is simply that she’s herself, I guess.”
Q2. What’s something that surprised you recently?
“Meeting Robin in Baltimore and then running into him again in Los York. Lynette and I went to Mow Donuts together, and I was surprised to find out he works there! It’s quite a distance between Los York and Baltimore, so it’s amazing how such coincidences happen. Well, compared to the coincidence of meeting Lynette, any other event pales in comparison. Ahaha…”
Q3. How do you make up after a fight?
“Of course, I apologise profusely! Because most of the time, it’s usually my fault that she gets angry… Ahaha… The other day, I was too persistent and got scolded… I’m really sorry. And then, I usually try making something sweet… but if I overdo it, she’ll get mad at me too… Anyway, I try to apologise sincerely and with all my heart.”
Q4. Is there something you want her to change about herself?
“Eeeh?! Change something about her? No way! She’s perfect! She’s my Goddess… Ah, but if possible, I’d love to take baths together every day. Sometimes I realise she’s already taken a bath without me, and it makes me a little lonely… So, when we can, I’d like to take baths together.”
Q5. What is the most memorable thing since getting married?
“Definitely the wedding. Becoming husband and wife, realising that we’ll have the same last name… I’ll never forget the feeling when I thought, ‘she’s going to be my wife’… That’s why I often watch the recorded video by myself. Sometimes she catches me and says, ‘are you watching it again?’ with a bewildered look… But even that is a reward for me.”
Q1. What’s your favourite thing about her?
“My favourite thing, huh. That’s a difficult question to answer. But I would say it’s her ability to communicate. If she has any questions or concerns, she immediately shares them with me. And she always suggests solutions or compromises. I’m always grateful for her ability to articulate things clearly.”
Q2. What are you worried about lately?
“The thing I’m worried about lately… Perhaps it’s the invitation I received from Eli Omar to D’Amour Paradis. No, it’s petty of me to worry about such things… Omar is known to be quite charming. I suppose I’m concerned about whether I measure up as a man. But really, it’s nothing. Forget I mentioned it.”
Q3. How do you make up after a fight?
“We haven’t had any major fights yet… but if that were to happen… I would calmly analyse who is at fault and intend to have a discussion. And if I’m the one in the wrong, I would sincerely apologise. Perhaps buying her favourite cake would be a good gesture… No, I’m not sure if that’s the right approach. I don’t have much confidence in it.”
Q4. Is there something you want her to change about herself?
“……. Well, sometimes she asks me which underwear she should wear before going to work…!! Honestly, it wouldn’t be a problem if it weren’t in the morning… We share the same bedroom, after all. To be honest, there are times where I feel troubled about that. I’ve heard that it’s standard for couples to share the same bedroom in Los York… Sometimes I would think about that.”
Q5. What is the most memorable thing since getting married?
“The most memorable thing… Let’s see… It would have to be seeing her in her wedding dress. I’ll never forget that moment. The blue-themed dress suited her so well… the moment I saw her, I was speechless. I’m particularly proud that we were able to have our wedding at our company’s venue.”
Q1. What’s your favourite thing about her?
“Eh—?! I can’t choose, you know. I love everything about her. But if I had to pick one, it would be that she never lies to me and gets angry with me when necessary. I love it when she confronts me directly…. Also, she’s surprisingly proactive too!”
Q2. What’s something fun you recently did?
“Well, actually, I had a muscle showdown with Robin recently! We measured who had more muscle mass, man, that was so much fun. Robin is amazing, you know? He can run as fast as me and lift the same amount of weight as me. It was the first time I saw someone like that at a donut shop!”
Q3. How do you make up after a fight?
“I think… making love. When we both feel good together, all the bad feelings just disappear, right? But I have to be careful not to get carried away and make her angry again. Lovemaking, lots of kisses, and saying sorry, that’s my way of making up, I guess.”
Q4. Is there something you want her to change about herself?
“There’s nothing I want her to change—! I want her to live however she wants! Ah, but maybe she could change not letting me kiss her in public. Because I want to kiss her wherever and whenever…. At the very least it’d be nice if she lets me do it in the car.”
Q5. What is the most memorable thing since becoming a couple?
“The most memorable thing… I guess it was the first time we did it in the shower. I felt like that was truly the moment she’s no longer a Goddess… It made my heart race like crazy. I think I understood the meaning of the word ‘immoral’ for the first time. So even now, doing it in the shower is my favourite.”
Q1: What’s your favourite thing about her?
“The fact that she tells me everything. She doesn’t hesitate to speak her mind, and she’s the only one who does that. Also, her smile. When she smiles, everything brightens up, and it makes me happy too. And then…uh, this is no longer my ‘absolute favourite,’ huh. This is so hard. There are many things I love about her, so…”
Q2: What’s something that surprised you recently?
“…That she’s getting along well with Ray. That Ray, he knows she’s my girlfriend, but he just gets close to her anyway. Well, I guess it’s normal for her to interact with men at work, so it’s not like I’m overly worried. Plus, I already gave her an engagement ring.”
Q3: How do you reconcile after a fight?
“…Going for a walk together, I guess. When things start to feel awkward, if I suggest going for a walk, she always comes along. We walk together, buy takeaway coffee, and drink it at Los York Park. By the time we return, things are back to normal.”
Q4: Is there something you want her to change?
“Sometimes she’s careless with how she dries her hair. Maybe she’s tired from work being busy. It always frustrates me when I want to help her dry it. That’s why I want us to live together soon. Then I can take care of it every day…”
Q5: What’s the most memorable thing since becoming lovers?
“The first birthday I spent with her. It was the first time someone celebrated only my birthday instead of New Year’s. She cooked a lot of dishes for me. I was really, really happy… So, that day is my most cherished memory.”
Q1: What’s your favourite thing about her?
“I can’t answer with just one ‘favourite.’ I love everything about her. Her smile, her voice, even when she pouts or gets angry… I love it all. Just having her alive is enough for me. I won’t ask for anything more.”
Q2: What’s something that surprised you recently?
“Maybe it’s when I made cookies together with Sylvie. We secretly did it to make Lynette happy. But it seemed like it was Sylvie’s first time cooking, and he ended up getting covered in flour. In the end, she found out that we were the ones making them. The surprised expression on her face was so cute… Somehow, it made me really happy.”
Q3: How do you reconcile after a fight?
“…Just thinking about it makes me feel down… I don’t wanna fight in the first place. But if I ever upset her, I’ll apologise. I’ll do anything she wants until she smiles again. I just can’t stand it if she’s not happy….”
Q4: Is there something you want her to change?
“When she tries to grab the hot iron pan right after it’s out of the oven. And also, when she occasionally looks at me while using a knife. I always tell her to watch her hands while cooking, but she forgets quickly. So, before she starts cooking, I make sure to handle the cooking myself.”
Q5: What’s the most memorable thing since getting married?
“The most memorable thing is when we had our wedding. We’re no longer angels, but we became a husband and wife who will live together. We chose to be together by our own will. I will never forget that moment.”
Q1: What’s your favourite thing about her?
“Maybe her scratches…? When she scratches my head, I can’t help but feel calm, sleepy– there’s a feeling of wanting to bite– and there’s a tingly feeling too. I really like it, and sometimes I transform into Chii-chan because of it. Only she can pamper me like that.”
Q2: What’s something that surprised you recently?
“Something that surprised me recently… It’s definitely… spiciness!! That really caught me off guard. When I tasted it, it was so hot and it became a troublesome experience. Hm? Something even more surprising?… Well, the most surprising thing in my entire existence was…. when Zeus showed up at CC.”
Q3: How do you reconcile after a fight?
“Hmm… I guess it would be… drinking Star★Bacchus’ White Mocha together! That’s some good stuff. It’s sweet, delicious, and instantly makes us feel better! When I drink it with a smile, she also smiles. It’s my favourite way to make up.”
Q4: Is there something you want her to change?
“Stop! Using me! As a massager!!! No matter how many times I say it… she just won’t stop… Why… Chiiiii. Well, it’s not that I dislike seeing her enjoying it… Sometimes she even turns me upside down, so I just want her to be more careful when holding me.”
Q5: What’s the most memorable thing since getting married?
“The most memorable thing is when she said, ‘Let’s be together forever.’ I can’t express how relieved and happy I felt at that moment… She probably doesn’t even know. Until then, I thought I was bound to be alone as the Leader of the Gods. But now that she’s here… I’ll never forget how happy it made me.”
New sub-characters
Sylvie Scott
✤ Voice actor: Amasaki Kouhei
He is Cupid, the God of Love, who was born anew when Lynette became human. He is innocent and full of vitality, and takes great pride in his role as Cupid. He admires the previous Cupid, who was proactive and full of initiative.
Robin Bullet
✤ Voice actor: Ura Kazuki
He is a handsome and muscular young man working as a donut shop employee. He works at the popular shop Mow Donuts located on 7th Avenue. He is familiar with the regular customer, Merenice. His trademark is a refreshing smile and well-developed muscles.
Ray Under
✤ Voice actor: Chiaki Kobayashi
He is a fashion model from the same agency as Raul. He is a natural-born genius model who doesn’t require skincare or dietary restrictions to maintain his beauty. He values compatibility with his bone structure. He has a habit of speaking informally, regardless of age or seniority, often getting scolded by his manager, but he has no intention of changing. (Raul doesn’t mind.)
Eli Omar
✤ Voice actor: Kasama Jun
He is the young Vice President of Omar Holdings, headquartered in Lyon, France. He is responsible for the newly built artificial island in Los York, called Paradise of Love – D’Amour Paradis. With the goal of further expanding the business, he sets his sights on Cupid Corporation.
Game opening MV
Personal thoughts
✤ General feeling
Apologies if the QC is a bit shaky – I am still recovering from a nasty cold… But my hype level? SCREAMING BACKFLIPPING AND CRYING!! Pulling all these information only makes me even more excited. We got a release date, some tea into the lore, I can die happy. Okay maybe not yet because I need to play this game!
My favourite part has got to be the Q&A…I need the rest of it. Raul’s one had me in shambles, especially his answer to the last question about banging in the shower (GAHHHH). Peter deciding his birthday should be on April Fool’s Day is also the silliest thing ever, I deadass laughed so hard.
✤ Some key takeaways
There’s a lot of info in this article, but here are a few takeaways:
- Since Merenice’s route was described as a bridge between the first game and the FD (and includes some recap too), he is potentially a good route to start the FD with.
- Consider playing Peter’s route last, as encouraged by the director and scenario writer.
- Ryuki’s route will have the biggest contrast in spiciness (not surprising…and f*cking finally!).
- Allan’s route may be emotional (AGAIN?!) and Gill’s route leans more on the sweet side.
Oh, this is the best!! I fell soooo hard for Cupid Parasite and I’m eating up all the information about sweet and spicy darling that I can find… this looks so cute! So fantastic! Thank you for all the info and the translations~
Glad you enjoyed the game! CupiPara is one of my all-time favourite otome <3 and thanks for reading!
Will this be available in english?? I’m gonna cry if not TT
At the moment we don’t have news regarding localisation yet, but since the first game has been localised and it’s popular in the global English market, I’d say the chance is pretty good! Fingers crossed 🥰🤞🏻
I just found out that they posted new promo CGs and scenarios on the website! They look so goooood TT I’m so happy