Handling the Hash Symbol (`#`) in the Parser: Avoiding Text Deletion in Translations

[Kortvk]

In the parser, the hash symbol (#) is treated as a delimiter, and any text following it—including the # symbol itself—is removed from the final translation. This behavior creates a problem when attempting to include the # character as part of the translation.

To address this issue, two key questions must be considered:

1. How to include the hash symbol in translations?
   A solution might involve escaping the # symbol (e.g., \#) or introducing a configuration option that distinguishes a literal # from one intended as a delimiter. This would ensure the # character is correctly interpreted and preserved in the output.

2. Why is comment = not sufficient for handling comments?
   The comment = property, as defined in the Twine format, provides a structured way to include notes about resource keys. However, inline comments using # might still be required for specific workflows, legacy systems, or contextual notes during development. Without proper handling of the # character, this functionality is lost.

Implementing a robust mechanism for processing the # symbol ensures compatibility with both Twine standards and practical use cases requiring special character handling or inline comments.