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I don't think I've ever played a game as unique as this one before. This is the Storm Lamp Rituals, a beautifully illustrated puzzle narrative experience for one or more players that's part fantasy novel, part escape room, and that I think will genuinely leave your jaw on the floor. In The Storm Lamp Rituals, the game is the book and the book is the game. You'll take on the role of Anna, a young acolyte with a mysterious past seeking to uncover the secrets of her family and discover her connection to the arcane realm. Each chapter in the book represents a new phase of your journey as you find clever puzzles to solve, hidden clues to decipher, and new secrets to uncover on every single page with a rich narrative thread woven throughout all of it. And the thoughtfulness doesn't stop there. Several of the puzzles throughout the book require separate components, most of which are contained in your trusty satchel that comes conveniently attached to the back cover of your grimoire. The only extra spell casting components you'll need are a pencil and some scissors. Oh, and if you get stuck on a puzzle, don't worry. Your satchel also contains a clever bookmark that will let you decipher entries on the hints page to help nudge you in the right direction. Now, because of the way it's formatted, you can pause your journey through The Storm Lamp Rituals at any time with the end of each chapter acting as a convenient stopping point.
But, that certainly begs the question, why would you stop? The puzzle crafting in this book is so immersive and the overarching narrative is so riveting that I couldn't put it down and I have a feeling it'll be the same for you. So, if you're looking for an incredibly immersive analog experience that combines unforgettable puzzles and incredible illustrations with a gripping narrative that'll keep you guessing until the very end, then might I suggest The Storm Lamp Rituals, an illustrated puzzle narrative from Post Curious. Make sure to check this one out on crowdfunding and follow me for more board game recommendations.