Tabletop RPG Blades in the Dark Standalone Hardcover English Version 328 Pages GM Dice Included English Version No Japanese Instructions

■ Product overview

An innovative tabletop RPG where you become famous as a villain in an industrial city where ghosts roam.

Blades in the Dark is a tabletop role-playing game set in the haunted industrial fantasy city of Doskvor.
Players take on the role of a villainous crew, embarking on dangerous adventures in search of fame and fortune.
He will engage in robberies, assassinations and all sorts of other heinous deeds while skillfully navigating the city's complex political landscape.

• Choose from 7 different character archetypes : Cutter, Hound, Leech, Lark, Slide, Spider, and Whisper
• Build 6 different crew types : Assassins, Breakers, Cultists, Hawkers, Smugglers and Shadows
• Innovative flashback system : Flexible storytelling that allows you to revisit past actions during a mission
• Lightning-fast operational planning : A speedy mechanism that eliminates lengthy planning
• Teamwork is key : Developing relationships with your entire crew and factions is also important
• Rich world setting : detailed guides to maps, factions, NPCs, plots, opportunities, and more
• Numerous awards : 2016 Indie RPG Award Game of the Year, Best Production, Best Support

■ Product specifications

■ Product Introduction

[Rich character creation options]

• Cutter : Combat Specialist
• Hound : Master of tracking and ranged combat
• Reach : Engineers who are familiar with machines and equipment
• Lark : Expert in infiltration and intelligence gathering
• Slide : Master of Manipulation and Deception
• Spider : A genius at planning and command
• Whisper : Wielder of the Occult

BUILD YOUR CREW

• Assassins : A crew specializing in assassinations and contract killings
• Breakers : A crew that specializes in robberies and break-ins
• Cults : Crews that pursue mystical rituals and secret knowledge
• Hawker : A crew member who provides illegal goods or services
• Smugglers : Crews involved in transporting and trading contraband.
• Shadow : A crew specializing in espionage and covert operations

[Innovative game system]

Robust Core Mechanism
Not only a character's ability scores but also their "position" (hopeless, dangerous, controlled situation) determines the success or failure of their actions.
It's a tense gaming experience that requires careful situational judgement.

Lightning-fast operational planning
It employs a speedy operational planning mechanism that eliminates the need for lengthy planning.
You can plan your strategy efficiently without interrupting the flow of play.

Flashback System
It is an action-oriented system that allows you to think on the fly and improvise during operations.
Past actions can be retroactively set, allowing for flexible story development.

Emphasis on teamwork
Not only is the development of individual characters important, but also the development of relationships with the entire crew and factions.

[Rich world setting]

It includes a detailed setting guide for the ghost-infested city of Doskvor, complete with maps, factions, NPCs, plots, opportunities, and more.
Also included are rules for alchemy experiments, gadget development, occult powers, and playing ghosts.

■ Recommended usage scenarios

• For TRPG enthusiasts : Experienced players who want to experience an innovative system
• Crime and gangster stories : For those who enjoy dark fantasy and stories told from the perspective of criminals.
• Gothic horror lovers : those who want to experience the atmosphere of an industrial city haunted by ghosts
• Team strategy players : For those who want to play games that emphasize cooperation with their teammates.
• For Collectors : For those who want to collect award-winning classic RPGs

■ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q1. Can beginners play?

A. This content is aimed at people with experience in TRPGs.
You'll enjoy it more if you have some basic knowledge of TRPG.

Q2. How many people can play?

A. We recommend one GM and 3-5 players.

Q3. Is a PDF version included?

A. Yes, a PDF version is also included so you can refer to it digitally.

Q4. What awards have you received?

A. Winner of Game of the Year, Best Production, and Best Support at the 2016 Indie RPG Awards.
It was also nominated for a 2017 Origins Award and a 2018 ENnie Nominee.

■ Reasons why we recommend this product

Blades in the Dark is an innovative tabletop role-playing game that has received rave reviews as an original work in the Forged in the Dark system.
A flashback system and lightning-fast strategy planning mechanics keep the story moving at a tense pace without interrupting the flow of play.
The unique world of a haunted industrial fantasy city is a fascinating setting that combines elements of gothic horror and steampunk.
The 328-page hardcover book contains a detailed world setting and rich content, and comes with a PDF version for added convenience.

Like a blade shining in the darkness, your story begins

■ Shipping/Precautions

• This product is a parallel import product.
  We purchase new, unopened products directly from authorized stores (authorized retailers) in Europe and the United States, and inspect them upon arrival.
  We check the quality of the products before delivering them to our customers.
  
• This product is in English.
  English reading comprehension is required to play the game.
  
• The PDF version is provided after purchase.
  
• The color of the actual product may differ slightly from the image.
  

■ Related keywords

Blades in the Dark Tabletop RPG, Dark Fantasy, Criminal Game, Gang Warfare, Gothic Horror, Industrial Fantasy, Doskvor, Rogue Crew, Flashback System, Forged in the Dark, English Tabletop RPG, Hardcover RPG, PDF Included, Award-Winning Steampunk RPG Collection, Occult Fantasy, Teamwork Game.