The Council
About The During confrontations, skills and limited resources can be used to gain the upper hand and achieve the desired outcome. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, living with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets
Richet’s numerous skills can be developed to align with your chosen approach to the adventure. In a new twist for the genre, the core of The Council’s gameplay comes from manipulating and maneuvering through character encounters using the unique Social Influence system. The Council begins in 1793, with players taking the role of secret society member Louis de Richet after his invitation to a private island off the shores of England by the enigmatic Lord Mortimer. Failing an encounter does not mean ‘game over’, and no action can be taken back. The consequences are permanent, and may result in persistent physical disfigurements or mental traits that help or hinder the rest of the player’s adventure. Players will be rewarded for their knowledge of each character’s psychological vulnerabilities and immunities, as well as their preparations made during prior exploration and investigation. With 15 diverse skills to use and invest in, players are free to uncover The Council’s mysteries how they see fit, with wildly varying consequences depending on their methods. With permanent, long-lasting consequences, there is no going back. Plunge into a tale of intrigue and manipulation in the style of a classic murder mystery, living with a cast of alluring characters each hiding their own dark secrets. During confrontations, skills and limited resources can be used to gain the upper hand and achieve the desired outcome. Delivering a fresh new take on the Narrative Adventure, your choices and character growth truly matter. The strange nature of this private reception goes beyond just the prestigious guests –Richet’s own mother has recently gone missing on the island, while each and every one of the colorful cast seems to have their own hidden agendas. Make hard-hitting decisions, but also develop an array of skills to directly impact how the story unfolds. The Council is an episodic game like no other. Your skills will have uses that extend far beyond your conversations with fellow guests. The Complete Season of The Council grants you access to all 5 episodes. Trust no one while uncovering dire truths – no matter the cost to mind and body. Joining him are a number of high profile guests, including Napoleon Bonaparte and President of the newly-formed United States of America, George Washington. Solve issues with diplomacy, delve into occultism to expand your historical and scientific knowledge, or play detective and see what others do not perceive. The results will forever alter the life of Louis de Richet, of those around him, and shape history as we know it.
The Council
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