Embark on a scientifically inaccurate adventure in The Daring Mermaid Expedition. This 71,000-word interactive novel by Andrea Phillips, author of "The Daring Adventures of Lucy Smokeheart," allows you to control the story through your choices. With no graphics or sound effects, the game relies solely on the power of your imagination.

As an up-and-coming researcher, your goal is to prove the existence of mermaids in order to gain entry into the prestigious Royal German Marinological Society. With a member of the Society as your patron, you'll face pirate attacks and skeptical academics as you journey to Broken Shell Island to study the mythical mermaid kingdom. Will you approach this mission as a vengeful mermaid-hater, a dispassionate scientist, or a soft-hearted daydreamer? Alternatively, you can abandon your scientific pursuits and join the infamous pirate crew of Lucy Smokeheart herself.

The game offers ten distinct endings, allowing you to shape the outcome of your expedition. Your choices will also influence your character's statistics, such as academic rigor, credibility, and even blood loss. The Daring Mermaid Expedition is 100% gender-neutral, allowing you to play as any gender and sexuality of your choosing. Additionally, there are numerous achievements to unlock throughout the game.

Prepare for a historically and scientifically inaccurate adventure as you navigate interpersonal relationships with wit, charm, or awkwardness. Will you succeed in seducing your patron, or will you become bitter academic rivals? The choice is yours in The Daring Mermaid Expedition.