Looks interesting!
I definitely like the graphics, which looks better than your standard RPGmaker fare.
The synopsis / story hook is also interesting, even though I had to read it a few times to make sense of it. It definitely sounds interesting to mix in a "whodunnit" mystery -- especially right there into the party!
As for the combat and menu, definitely looks and sounds inspired by Chrono Trigger, which is almost always a huge plus! I like that Frog Smash has seemingly been replaced by a Cat Crush (harhar) attack.