The Herbalist

Released: Nov 15, 2016
Platforms: WindowsmacOSLinux
Last updated: 04 Sep 2026, 04:04 GMT

Updates & announcements

20 posts

07 Feb 2026Developer post
EON on Steam: Add this visual novel to your wishlists!
EON — A Story of a Future That Never Was The stars have finally aligned: the creators of Everlasting Summer are back with a brand-new game! Using a tried-and-true recipe, we took the best elements of our legendary predecessor and multiplied them. We seasoned this mix with years o
10 Nov 2023Developer post
CEIBA: Release!
Enjoy the atmosphere of unconventional science fiction together with the crew of the research station "Ailanthus"! The mysterious plant world of "Ailanthus" hides many secrets, some of which you, in the role of the young laboratory technician Ein, will be able to solve. In this y
06 Nov 2023Developer post
Little Green Girl - Episode 1 on Steam! FREE
Here is the first episode of the long-awaited new novel. I n it you will find: - 15 hours of exciting reading absolutely free; - a romantic comedy in a high school setting; - an opportunity to build love with a real alien girl; - bright and well-developed characters with their ow
21 Jun 2023Developer post
CEIBA: Demo
The demo version of the visual novel is available on Steam! Play through and add the game to your wishlists.
25 Apr 2023Developer post
CEIBA: a new visual novel in the biopunk genre
Friends! While the metal of future games is heating up in our furnaces, we're pleased to present the visual novel Ceiba from the creators of the notorious Athanasy , who we're supporting with a Steam release! Add the game to wishlist now so you don't miss the launch!
01 Jun 2021Developer post
EON2032 Announcement
June 1, 2032 - that day, a certain Maxim Semyonov, the protagonist of this story, went to the sports and recreation camp "Volga." The story of the visual novel EON2032 began somewhere around the end of May 2016 at the actual camp "Volga." Three of our developers were vacationing
June 1, 2032 - that day, a certain Maxim Semyonov, the protagonist of this story, went to the sports and recreation camp "Volga."
The story of the visual novel EON2032 began somewhere around the end of May 2016 at the actual camp "Volga." Three of our developers were vacationing there. When they returned, they came up with a story they wanted to tell the reader.
The story evolved and changed many times, and a brief synopsis was complete at the end of the year. In 2017 an alpha demo version was released and available for the Friend and Family Test. The feedback was mostly positive, and it inspired continued development.
More and more people came to the project, and some started working on their part of the work almost daily. But it wasn't enough to make such a vast game by today... and it's still in development.
In 2020, we promised ourselves that we would try to release the EON demo in 2021. Well, time will tell if we can do that.
Until then... support us. Support us with a kind word or maybe some content. Or just tell your friends about the project and let them know that summer really can be everlasting..ːtr_kvassː
What should we expect from our new novel?
Over 150 hours of an exciting story about 20 days of summer camp for high school graduates. The game will have six main routes, but we will continue to work on DLC with other girls after the game's release. We have talented newcomers working on the script who have passed the challenge.
Lots of bright animated backgrounds and arts! The character artists are XK (Everlasting Summer, Herbalist) and Orika (Herbalist, MoeEra, WetSteps, etc.).
Enchanting music by Sergei Yeibog and Between August and December, who wrote the Everlasting summer soundtrack. The game will also have compositions by RedMountain (Love Money Rock'n'Roll) and others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNEr1wVjkNI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSp9B2ExXLs
A custom Unity engine developed specifically for this project.
What about the content?

An unrealized bright future, inspired by Soviet films, mixed with science fiction, romance, mystery, and juicy fanservice.
A sunny, relaxed summer atmosphere in a technology camp far from civilization. You will live three unforgettable weeks in this place, become a researcher from a Physics Squad, prepare a project in your specialty, and explore the secrets of your past...
...and find your soul mate. Choose from a proud, sharp-eared head girl, a charming mathematical genius, a redheaded fidget with fox ears, a mysterious girl who prefers the company of plants, and a mad scientist.
...or just find faithful friends! There are more than 20 characters in the game.
Any questions?

When is the game planned to be released?
No date, but we'll try to release the game before 2032ːtr_appleː When the game reaches the final stage of development, there will be a release date announcement.

Will the game is paid? Will there be a demo version?
Yes, the game will be paid. You will be able to check the demo version before you buy the game. The demo is scheduled to be released in 2021. The Demo version will introduce the world and the main characters (the first three days of the novel).

Will there be a Kickstarter, pre-orders, any benefits for those who financially support the game's development?
For now, we are funding the development ourselves (all income from Herbalist goes to EON development). But of course, in the future, we will need the help of those who can support us with a penny. We will tell more about this in the future, but for now, if you want to support us, buy the Herbalist (or you can make a donation of any amount through the form on our site).

Will there be any hentai in the game? What's the game's rating?
The official edition will not contain sex scenes. It will tentatively be 16+, as it was in Herbalist.

What's EON's connection to Everlasting Summer? Is it Everlasting Summer 2?
The same prototype was taken as the location. Also, in both games, the characters look like pioneers. Also, members of our studio were involved in the development of both games. The novels are similar purely in the atmosphere. The genres of the game (ES is a mystery with elements of drama, EON is science fiction and romcom-slice of life) and the narrative are entirely different. You should not expect in EON a continuation of Everlasting Summer. But we'll still give ES fans some modest references to their favorite game (however, there will be plenty of references to other franchises as well).

Will there be cards/backgrounds/ badges etc., on Steam?
We can't answer this question at the moment. Steam policy may change by the game release (if we can do it - we'll definitely add everything and more! ːtr_potionː).

What does the abbreviation in the game's title mean?
You may use any meaning you find.

Will there be a voiceover?
We'll consider this question when the whole novel script is complete.

Will there be support for mods?
Most likely yes, at least we're working on it.

Will there be a release on other platforms?
Probably.

Translated and prepared to publish by AI "Verter."
Original post
01 Jun 2021Developer post
EON2032
June 1, 2032 - that day, a certain Maxim Semyonov, the protagonist of this story, went to the sports and recreation camp "Volga." The story of the visual novel EON2032 began somewhere around the end of May 2016 at the actual camp "Volga." Three of our developers were vacationing
June 1, 2032 - that day, a certain Maxim Semyonov, the protagonist of this story, went to the sports and recreation camp "Volga."
The story of the visual novel EON2032 began somewhere around the end of May 2016 at the actual camp "Volga." Three of our developers were vacationing there. When they returned, they came up with a story they wanted to tell the reader.
The story evolved and changed many times, and a brief synopsis was complete at the end of the year. In 2017 an alpha demo version was released and available for the Friend and Family Test. The feedback was mostly positive, and it inspired continued development.
More and more people came to the project, and some started working on their part of the work almost daily. But it wasn't enough to make such a vast game by today... and it's still in development.
In 2020, we promised ourselves that we would try to release the EON demo in 2021. Well, time will tell if we can do that.
Until then... support us. Support us with a kind word or maybe some content. Or just tell your friends about the project and let them know that summer really can be everlasting..ːtr_kvassː
What should we expect from our new novel?
Over 150 hours of an exciting story about 20 days of summer camp for high school graduates. The game will have six main routes, but we will continue to work on DLC with other girls after the game's release. We have talented newcomers working on the script who have passed the challenge.
Lots of bright animated backgrounds and arts! The character artists are XK (Everlasting Summer, Herbalist) and Orika (Herbalist, MoeEra, WetSteps, etc.).
Enchanting music by Sergei Yeibog and Between August and December, who wrote the Everlasting summer soundtrack. The game will also have compositions by RedMountain (Love Money Rock'n'Roll) and others.
Watch on YouTube

Watch on YouTube

A custom Unity engine developed specifically for this project.
What about the content?

An unrealized bright future, inspired by Soviet films, mixed with science fiction, romance, mystery, and juicy fanservice.
A sunny, relaxed summer atmosphere in a technology camp far from civilization. You will live three unforgettable weeks in this place, become a researcher from a Physics Squad, prepare a project in your specialty, and explore the secrets of your past...
...and find your soul mate. Choose from a proud, sharp-eared head girl, a charming mathematical genius, a redheaded fidget with fox ears, a mysterious girl who prefers the company of plants, and a mad scientist.
...or just find faithful friends! There are more than 20 characters in the game.
Any questions?

When is the game planned to be released?
No date, but we'll try to release the game before 2032ːtr_appleː When the game reaches the final stage of development, there will be a release date announcement.

Will the game is paid? Will there be a demo version?
Yes. You will be able to check the demo version before you buy the game. The demo is scheduled to be released in 2021. The Demo version will introduce the world and the main characters (the first three days of the novel).

Will there be a Kickstarter, pre-orders, any benefits for those who financially support the game's development?
For now, we are funding the development ourselves (all income from Herbalist goes to EON development). But of course, in the future, we will need the help of those who can support us with a penny. We will tell more about this in the future, but for now, if you want to support us, buy the Herbalist (or you can make a donation of any amount through the form on our site).

Will there be any hentai in the game? What's the game's rating?
The official edition will not contain sex scenes. It will tentatively be 16+, as it was in Herbalist.

What's EON's connection to Everlasting Summer? Is it Everlasting Summer 2?
The same prototype was taken as the location. Also, in both games, the characters look like pioneers. Also, members of our studio were involved in the development of both games. The novels are similar purely in the atmosphere. The genres of the game (ES is a mystery with elements of drama, EON is science fiction and romcom-slice of life) and the narrative are entirely different. You should not expect in EON a continuation of Everlasting Summer. But we'll still give ES fans some modest references to their favorite game (however, there will be plenty of references to other franchises as well).

Will there be cards/backgrounds/ badges etc., on Steam?
We can't answer this question at the moment. Steam policy may change by the game release (if we can do it - we'll definitely add everything and more! ːtr_potionː).

What does the abbreviation in the game's title mean?
You may use any meaning you find.

Will there be a voiceover?
We'll consider this question when the whole novel script is complete.

Will there be support for mods?
Most likely yes, at least we're working on it.

Will there be a release on other platforms?
Probably.

Translated and prepared to publish by AI "Verter."
Original post
01 Dec 2018Rock, Paper, Shotgun
Priceless Play 1 December 2018
I m back from celebrating my time off for American Thanksgiving to bring you the final installment in my close examination of game components. The pair to my last piece, on embodiment and movement , we re taking the deep dive into space and movement. I know not all games are made
25 Jun 2017Developer post
Major update of Chinese localization!
1.2.6.1608 (25.06.2017): - update of Chinese localization - added 2 existing events to the book (select "Continue" to unlock them, if you already got them in Travnica 1.2.5 or lower) - marks for used items in the Grimoire - fixed some minor bugs major
25 Jun 2017Developer post
Major update of Chinese localization!
1.2.6.1608 (25.06.2017): - update of Chinese localization - added 2 existing events to the book (select "Continue" to unlock them, if you already got them in Travnica 1.2.5 or lower) - marks for used items in the Grimoire - fixed some minor bugs major
22 Jun 2017Developer post
Steam Summer Sale!
22 Jun 2017Developer post
Steam Summer Sale!
23 May 2017Developer post
Added new localizations: Chinese, Japanese and Spanish!
1.2.5.1555: - added persistent Scenes gallery, not resetable with New Game - added 3 new localizations: Chinese, Japanese and Spanish - implemented restyling on localization change, new localizations can now use non-default fonts - performance tweak at some screens
23 May 2017Developer post
Added new localizations: Chinese, Japanese and Spanish!
1.2.5.1555: - added persistent Scenes gallery, not resetable with New Game - added 3 new localizations: Chinese, Japanese and Spanish - implemented restyling on localization change, new localizations can now use non-default fonts - performance tweak at some screens
24 Feb 2017Developer post
Greenlight for new projects!
If you like visual novels, please vote for us!
24 Feb 2017Developer post
Greenlight for new projects!
If you like visual novels, please vote for us!
10 Jan 2017Developer post
Winter Mod!
Hey, alchemists! We noticed that winter has finally come, but Slavya still knows nothing about this! Let's remind her about this sweet event with our new mod. Slavya used to enjoy her culinary talents' fruits alone, but now she has a chance to share them with someone hungry, and
10 Jan 2017Developer post
Winter Mod!
Hey, alchemists! We noticed that winter has finally come, but Slavya still knows nothing about this! Let's remind her about this sweet event with our new mod. Slavya used to enjoy her culinary talents' fruits alone, but now she has a chance to share them with someone hungry, and
06 Jan 2017Developer post
Achievement fixed: Ev chistr 'ta Laou!
After a long holidays... 1.2.4.1429 (06.01.2017): - improved English localization - achievement fixed: Ev chistr 'ta Laou! - minor code refactoring
06 Jan 2017Developer post
Achievement fixed: Ev chistr 'ta Laou!
After a long holidays... 1.2.4.1429 (06.01.2017): - improved English localization - achievement fixed: Ev chistr 'ta Laou! - minor code refactoring

Updates & announcements

What should we expect from our new novel?

What about the content?

Any questions?

What should we expect from our new novel?

What about the content?

Any questions?