Hi! I was wondering how strict the definition of "visual novel" is for this jam? I've had an idea for awhile that incorporates point-and-click object puzzle mechanics. Would I be able to submit something like that?

I have a question: I looked at the rules but I didn't see anything about creating the visual novels before the submission dates, so are we allowed to finish the projects before August? 

My team is hoping to release chapter 1 of a 9(ish) chapter story for the jam, and continue working on it after. Problem is that the LIs and thus the romantic component of the story don't get properly introduced until chapter 2. Is that fine, or should we buckle down and try to get both chapters 1 and 2 done before we submit?