The Thaumaturge

The Thaumaturge is a role-playing game set in Warsaw in 1905. The city is under imperial rule. Salutors are divided by type and influence the course of battles. Side quests reveal the fate of the townspeople. The diary keeps records of investigations. The games begin with a prologue on the train. The hero's decisions affect the fate of the townspeople. The moral choice decides who the hero will become by the end. The main character is Viktor Shulsky, who masters a rare craft. He subjugates salutors, spirits who reflect other people's vices. Interrogations and observations provide material for conclusions. The ending depends on who the hero trusted. Warsaw is shown in an era of change, and this is noticeable in the streets and conversations. Side stories involve the fates of the townspeople. City neighborhoods are divided according to the wealth of their residents. Investigations are based on evidence and witness testimony. Dialogues with townspeople add details to the investigation. The contractions go step by step. Before the battle, the enemy is studied to find a weak point. The city is divided between the imperial authorities and the underground. The characters' vices are visible through their salutators. Experience opens up new types of fireworks. Interrogations reveal the suspects' motives. The vices of the interlocutors are revealed through their actions. Investigations are based on deduction. Relationships with characters depend on the player's conclusions. Decisions have consequences. The character of the hero changes depending on the decisions made. Experience unlocks new skills and combat techniques. Conversations affect the hero's reputation. This game is suitable for anyone who loves dark role-playing stories.