Long Knives
Role-play as an ancient Chinese constable. Solving cases and bringing criminals to justice is only part of your duty. Every choice leads the story down a different path, and the world itself evolves in response to your actions.
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7 itemsAbout the Game
English localization only available in Demo.
Dynasty crumbles. The land fractures. You're one of many orphans, taken in by distant kin. On reaching adulthood, you become a constable, whether for survival or ambition.
Long Knives is a low-fantasy wuxia text-based adventure with TTRPG mechanics and deep narrative branching.
Key Features
TTRPG-inspired. Second-person narrative.
Customize attributes. Choose pre-orphan background. Allocate points.
Proficiencies affect skill checks.
Uses an 18-sided die, not D20.
Visible and hidden checks. Reload anytime.
Personalized Experience
Every line of dialogue is your choice.
Story branches respond to hidden variables.
