Maids Masters | V018 By The Mithril Hourglass

Early access users on the official Patreon have rated v018 4.8/5 stars. Praise focuses on the writing quality of the Silent Quill route, described as "a psychological thriller disguised as a dress-up sim."

Known bugs (as of build 018.2):

In a recent developer diary, The Mithril Hourglass team confirmed that v018 is the "Content Lock" update. This means: maids masters v018 by the mithril hourglass

The developers also teased a sequel, Masters of the Hourglass, but have confirmed it is separate from the Maids storyline. Early access users on the official Patreon have

  • Issue: The Tarnished Butler is too obvious a traitor.
  • Success: The Hourglass Protocol is generating genuine player anxiety. Keeping it.

    • Developer: The Mithril Hourglass Build Codename: "Gilded Chain" Status: Closed Beta / Iterative Release The developers also teased a sequel, Masters of

    Lyra’s world is one of rigid hierarchy and clockwork rituals. Each morning, the masters pour the Mithril Hourglass, counting the grains as they oversee their servants. Lyra, however, notices something strange—her master’s hourglass never stops. The sand flows both ways, defying natural law. When she accidentally touches the artifact, visions flood her mind: a tower of broken oaths, a labyrinth where time loops, and a nameless girl weeping over infinite sands.

    A new meta-mechanic. The game’s UI now features an actual hourglass icon. Every in-game week, a grain falls. When the bottom fills (Week 18, hence v018), the "Master’s Audit" occurs. All hidden Steel is exposed. All unpaid debts come due.