Mortum: Medieval Detective is a game of deduction and adventures that takes place in a grim world shaped in the image of medieval Europe, with its legends, superstitions and fears coming to life. Take on the roles of secret organization agents and investigate mysterious and thrilling events. You will solve mysteries and encounter fascinating characters in the course of three exciting scenarios, all part of a single storyline. Each case requires up to three hours to play.
You are free to explore the world of Mortum in any way you like, depending on which agents you chose. Put objects under surveillance or send agents to secretly search or interact with them in many other ways. Gather information by interrogating suspects or talking to them. Choose your own way to advance through the game, either using the "kick in the door" approach or by being stealthy and discrete, trying to avoid unwanted attention.
During each turn, a player chooses one of the cards available this turn. These cards can represent a Clue, a Location, Witness Interrogation, etc. Using the cards and Special Action, which were received during investigation, a player discovers what actually happened.
Only you and the choices you make decide how the events will unfold in the end. Tread carefully, and welcome to Mortum!
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- The Shelter scenario offers a new way to experience the game.
- Could be a great starting point to explore the game system if you missed the original release.
- Missed out on the original release of Mortem.
- Murder mystery deduction and adventure
- Grim world shaped in the image of medieval Europe
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Adventure game — An adventure game.
- Deduction — A murder mystery style deduction game.
- Role-playing — One to six players take on the roles of secret organization agents.
- Standalone Scenario — The Shelter is a separate standalone scenario.
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