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The coins were not currency. They were invitations… or warnings. Watch here: Esten's Delivery Service | Episode 2 | Shadow City Mysteries | TTRPG Actual Play - YouTube ▸youtube.com/live/rdNwU4Uhy… #ActualPlay #ShadowCityMysteries #TTRPG

Esten Skye did not offer them power for himself. He offered them a name… and everything that came with it. Watch Episode 1 Welcome to the Family here 👉 youtube.com/live/jEe1ZtQWe… #HouseOfSkye #ActualPlay #TTRPG

In Shadow City, a delivery is never just a delivery. It is a message… and sometimes a test. Watch here: Esten's Delivery Service | Episode 2 | Shadow City Mysteries | TTRPG Actual Play - YouTube ▸youtube.com/live/rdNwU4Uhy… #ActualPlay #ShadowCityMysteries #TTRPG

The estate was grand. The walls were failing. The secrets were already waiting inside. Watch Episode 1 Welcome to the Family here 👉 youtube.com/live/jEe1ZtQWe… #HouseOfSkye #ActualPlay #TTRPG

You help decide what the city cares about before scene one. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/Apmnw #ActualPlay #ShadowCityMysteries #TTRPG

Think of Case Files as a snapshot of a pivotal era—one that sets the stage for the looming conspiracies and supernatural twists in A Clockwork Noir. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

In Shadow City, inheritance is never just wealth. Sometimes it is obligation. Sometimes it is a curse. Watch Episode 1 Welcome to the Family here 👉 youtube.com/live/jEe1ZtQWe… #HouseOfSkye #ActualPlay #TTRPG

Your version of the Rat King is not predetermined. You decide how he is built, how he survives, and how he dominates. Read the full article: Dev Blog #19: Case Files – Rise of the Rat King Demo ▸ lttr.ai/ApiW4 #ShadowCityMysteries #PlayOnWordsStudios

Six strangers arrived at the gates of a crumbling legacy… and none of them realized they were family. Watch Episode 1 Welcome to the Family here 👉 youtube.com/live/jEe1ZtQWe… #HouseOfSkye #ActualPlay #TTRPG

Curious about the atmosphere and style we’re going for? You can now check out our cinematic trailer to see how we’re blending noir aesthetics with shadowy intrigue and clockwork elements. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

Dev Blog #11: The Face’s Role in Shadow City Mysteries Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

Savants blend Intelligence and Dexterity saves, light armor, ranged weapons, and either Thieves’ Tools or a Disguise Kit into a toolkit unmatched for versatility. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

Files are missing. Truth is buried. Episode 22 of Shadow City Mysteries Actual Play is now live. The family searches the records of Gentle Hearts Sanitarium and uncovers disturbing clues tied to cosmic events and forgotten patients. Watch here: youtube.com/live/wylwnd7na… New episodes every Tuesday. Join us every Tuesday as the mystery deepens.

Some allies will rise with you. Others will be discarded. A few will never forgive you. Read the full article: Dev Blog #19: Case Files – Rise of the Rat King Demo ▸ lttr.ai/ApAr8 #ShadowCityMysteries #PlayOnWordsStudios

Our ultimate goal is to create interactive worlds that leave a lasting impact on players and fans alike. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

Step Behind the Shadows. Our first episode of Behind the Shadows is now live featuring Creative Director Christopher Mifsud. Discover the vision and secrets behind Shadow City Mysteries and the creation of the Clockwork Noir universe. Watch here: youtube.com/live/NWLfMNLCM… New episodes every Sunday. #ShadowCityMysteries #TTRPG #GameDev #IndieDev #ClockworkNoir

Here, the Heavy’s role transforms again: they become the bulwark against forces that twist both metal and mind. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…

Church of Astra (Light): Blessed or burdened by divine favor, Nyla channels miraculous insights to read minds or bend emotions. Their faith both guides their steps and sparks friction with the city’s skeptics. Read more 👉 playonwordsstudios.com/dev-blog/f/dev…