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This Wretched House

This Wretched House

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Experience the haunting allure of gothic horror with This Wretched House, a solo journaling roleplaying game that immerses you in the life of a Tenant residing in a vast, dilapidated mansion. As you navigate the eerie corridors and confront the house's spectral inhabitants, you'll be challenged to repair its decaying structure, manage external pressures, and grapple with your own inner turmoil.

Key Features:

  • Solo Journaling Experience: Craft your own narrative as you document your character's journey through the haunted mansion, making choices that influence the unfolding story.
  • Gothic Horror Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in a richly detailed setting inspired by classic gothic tales, where every creak and shadow holds potential dread.
  • Wretched & Alone System: Utilizes the acclaimed Wretched & Alone mechanics, requiring a six-sided die, a standard deck of cards, and optionally, a wooden block tower. For those without a block tower, alternative rules using additional playing cards are provided.

What's Included:

  • A 24-page, A5-sized color zine that serves as the game's rulebook and journal.
  • Instructions for gameplay, including alternative mechanics and guidance on setting up your solo adventure.

Requirements:

  • One six-sided die.
  • A standard 52-card deck.
  • Optional: A wooden block tower (e.g., Jenga) for certain game mechanics, with alternative rules provided if unavailable.

Embark on a journey of introspection and suspense as you uncover the mysteries of This Wretched House. Will you restore the mansion to its former glory, or will its malevolent forces overwhelm you? The narrative is yours to write.

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Why Choose Hoyle's?

Hoyle's of Oxford is a family-run games shop selling traditional and vintage table-top games, board games, puzzles, jigsaws and playing cards.

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