Blades in the Dark

Blades in the Dark

Crime. Betrayal. Survival in the shadows of industry.

Blades in the Dark is a role-playing game about a group of daring rogues who build their own criminal syndicate in the dark, mist-filled, and ghost-haunted streets of the industrial city of Doskvol. Between heists, chases, risky deals, and bloody conflicts, you decide how far you are willing to go for power, wealth, and influence.

Your crew fights for their place in a city full of dangers: rival gangs, powerful noble families, corrupt bluecoats, vengeful ghosts, and the temptations of their own vices lurk around every corner. Ascension is possible, but the price is high.

What awaits you

This book contains everything you need for a narrative and exciting game:

• Rules for creating characters and gang archetypes

• A system that focuses on story and decisions

• Mechanics for fast heists without long planning phases

• Alchemy, gadgets, and occult powers

• Opportunities to play ghosts and other unusual beings

• A comprehensive guide to the city of Doskvol with maps, factions, NPCs, and sandbox content

A game about risk and consequences

Blades in the Dark combines a dark atmosphere with dynamic, narrative gameplay, allowing you to experience stories full of suspense, intrigue, and moral decisions. Every heist changes the city and your future.