Blood on the Clocktower is an engaging bluffing board game that can be enjoyed by 5 to 20 players divided into Good and Evil teams. A Storyteller oversees the game, conducting the action and making key decisions. The main goal is to figure out and eliminate the demons before they outnumber the townfolk. During the 'day' phase, players can openly chat or whisper privately to exchange information or spread falsehoods. If a majority suspects a player of being Evil, that player gets executed. At 'night', players close their eyes and are awakened one by one by the Storyteller to gather info, cause trouble, or kill. The Storyteller uses the game's detailed playing pieces to lead each game, allowing players to play without a table or board. Even if a player's character is killed, they can still stay involved until the end, haunting Ravenswood Bluff as ghosts to try and win. Latecomers can join the game as powerful Traveller characters with unique talents and unclear loyalties. Each character has its own special ability, ensuring no two players have the same role. This game falls into the Multiplayer, Bluffing, Horror, Murder/Mystery, and Party Game genres.
How to play: First, divide the 5 - 20 players into Good and Evil teams. One player takes on the role of the Storyteller. The Storyteller uses the playing pieces to manage the game. During the day, talk openly or whisper to other players to trade information or tell lies. Try to figure out who the demons are. If most players suspect someone of being Evil, vote to execute that player. At night, close your eyes and wait for the Storyteller to wake you up for your character's action. Even if your character dies, you can still participate as a ghost. If you're late, you can join as a Traveller. Remember, each character has its own special ability. Pay attention to what other players say and do. Keep your own strategies secret. There's no need for a table or board, just use the playing pieces. After each game, make sure to put the playing pieces back in a safe place to keep them in good condition.
