Inheritance Cycle Mafia Endgame

With Wylted, his play was right. He just justified his decision and described his play wrong. He needs to very clear about his role and justification. Name your role and state your justification paraphrased. Try not to leave anything out. The goal of the Prober was to have a Town investigation role that confirmed townies but at the same time made sure that it didn’t break the game. Prober was a perfect role for Galbatorix. Whether he’s scum again depends on imperfect theme analysis. Just cause he’s an antagonist and has a pseudo-negative utility role, doesn’t make him scum. I thought Lunatic was relying way too much on themes with respect to Wylted at the expense of behavioral analysis (which imo is his strong suit). Especially after the No Lynch, I think he should’ve received another opportunity to investigate.

Cerulean, you lost your role’s utility the second you claimed it. Luckily at LYLO, you were essentially confirmed because of the coin flip. I was really surprised that neither Whiteflame nor Cerulean noticed the differences in roles. Scum claimed Motivator and Bulletproof, which are outliers in a weird Arsonist, Singer, VooDoo Lady, and Oracle. The former two are relatively common. Oracle you could argue is common, but I modified it severely like the VooDoo Lady. Motivator and Bulletproof are also some of the most common fake claims.

As for Nasuada being Bulletproof, I was astonished that everyone was okay with it. The justification Mharman used was garbage. Survived torture? Well, yes, but it was because of Murtagh. Arya also survived torture. She’d be a better character for that. The Trial of Long Knives was also self-inflicted, and Luna called it out, but nothing ever happened. With Oromis being Motivator, that still made some sense, since Eragon learned basically everything from Oromis, so I was fine with that. It helped that Austin had read the books so he was aware.

With that being said. Everyone needs to learn how to paraphrase their PMs. Whiteflame, there was confusion about what you paraphrased that got you scumread by Luna. It’s semantics, but it can make a huge difference. ADOL, you need to be holistic in your paraphrasing. You missed a lot of information that could’ve exonerated you. Elven singing is literally a cornerstone of the books. Wylted, you also need to be explicit as I mentioned before.

Nevertheless, scum basically played this game perfectly by hindering Whiteflame twice and successfully mislynching Wylted and then noob ADOL. ADOL, you need to think less of game theory and more about behavior. Complete 180s. Interactions between people. Theme, especially during LYLO. As for my experienced friends, namely Cerulean and Whiteflame, I was surprised at the lack of analysis about ADOL’s partner. He couldn’t have done this on his own. And Mharman/Austin were bussing each other in their lines. It should’ve set alarm bells off that there was a bus going on yet both were adamant in wanting or lynch ADOL.

I thought the balance was fair with a decent amount of investigative/town confirming roles since POE is town’s best friend. Scum had their counters as well though, and overall the game wasn’t swingy—just a lot of miscommunication and good play by mafia. On a side note, the theme split was Oromis/Glaedr vs else. Anyways, I hope you all had fun! As always, I am open to constructive criticism regarding anything about setup.

ADOL - You are Arya. Your singing is a rare and poignant glimpse into the depths of your soul. Though you are often seen as reserved, your singing reveals the emotions you usually keep hidden. One of the most significant moments comes when you sing an ancient elven song in Eldest, alone with yourself and Saphira. The melody is sorrowful, filled with the grief and loss that has plagued your people for centuries, especially after the downfall of the Dragon Riders and the war against Galbatorix. Your singing is a connection to your elven heritage, a reminder of the magic and traditions of your people. The song you sing is not just a melody, but a spell, its magic woven through the notes, carrying power as it reverberates in the air. With every note, you release some of the sorrow and pain you carry for the lost elves and the fading beauty of your homeland. Without the elven singing, the world would not have been what it was. Thus, you are the Singer. If you die during the night, a random town flip will be revealed to the Mafia. You win with the Town.

Wylted - You are Galbatorix. Your ability to probe minds is a manifestation of your powerful magic and complete control over others. As the dark king who seeks to dominate Alagaësia, you use this mental intrusion to assert your authority and control those around you. Your ability to probe minds allows you to uncover secrets and twist the thoughts of your enemies or subordinates to suit your needs. You can invade a person's consciousness without their consent, exposing their innermost thoughts and weaknesses. This power becomes one of the key reasons you are such a dangerous adversary, as it serves as both a weapon and a method of psychological control that leaves those you target unable to trust their own minds. Therefore, you are the 2x Prober. Each night, you may investigate someone and learn their alignment. However, if you probe a town-aligned player, that player will permanently lose their abilities (become vanillaized). You win with the Town.

Lunatic - You are Eragon. The word Brisingr holds deep significance for you, symbolizing your growing power as a Dragon Rider and your connection to magic. Brisingr is the ancient language word for fire. It is the first word of power you speak to summon flames when you’re in a life-threatening situation, and instinctively, you use the word to create fire and defend yourself in the first book. When the time comes to name your newly forged sword, you name it Brisingr. Because of your connection to the word, the sword becomes engulfed in flames—creating a deadly fire sword to use in battle. For this reason, you are the Arsonist. Each night, you may choose to "prime" one player of your choice. Alternatively, instead of priming, you may choose to "ignite", killing one primed player of your choice (note that you can only ignite ONCE in the game). You win with the Town.

Whiteflame - You are Angela. You have a reputation for being able to see into the future, providing remedies or solutions that often seem beyond ordinary understanding. You have an uncanny ability to know things about others that they might not even realize themselves, sometimes offering predictions or insights into their futures in a playful, teasing way. You straddle the line between the ordinary and the magical world of Alagaësia. While your magic may not be as flashy or as grand as others, it’s your deep understanding of the hidden aspects of life that makes you such an intriguing and valuable figure in the series. You are not just a herbalist but someone who taps into the mysteries of the world that others often overlook. Thus, you are the Voodoo Lady. Each night you may target a player and choose a 15 letter word. If the chosen target posts the word the next day, there is a 50% chance that they will be informed that you are innocent (you cannot say the word in the forum — ask me if you have questions before posting). If the target says the word a second time, nothing will happen. You win with the Town.

Earth - You are Roran. You are given the name "Stronghammer" as a reflection of your immense strength, both physically and in character. The name comes after a pivotal moment in Eldest, when you lead the villagers of Carvahall to safety despite the many dangers posed by Galbatorix's forces. Your determination, bravery, and physical strength shine as you step into the role of protector for your people, refusing to let them fall under the control of the king’s forces.When Carvahall is attacked and you’re forced to fight, you wield a hammer as your weapon of choice, representing your power and resolve. But your strength isn’t just physical; it's also in your unwavering will to protect those you love, especially your cousin, Eragon, and the people of Carvahall. Over time, "Stronghammer" became a name known across Alagaësia, a symbol of your courage, resilience, and determination. Thus, you are the Hammerer. If at any point in time, a player is at L-1, you will passively hammer that person if you are not on the wagon. You win with the Town.

Cerulean - You are Elva. You possess a unique ability to sense and foresee the suffering of others, a gift—or curse—that you gain after a traumatic event in Brisingr. The ability comes from a spell Eragon accidentally casts on you while trying to protect you. He intends to heal you and free you from pain, but the spell goes awry, and instead, you are granted the power to feel the physical and emotional suffering of those around you, along with an unsettling sense of the future.Your ability to see the future is not as clear or direct as the visions of other characters. Instead, you experience flashes of suffering and a constant sense of urgency, often tied to events that will bring harm or affect those around you. You can sense when people will endure pain, and sometimes this enables you to predict potential danger or injury. However, this gift comes with a heavy burden. The weight of your ability is immense, as you're constantly overwhelmed by the pain you perceive and unable to stop it. Therefore, you are the Oracle. Each night, you may target a person. If you ever die, the role of the last person you targeted will be revealed publicly. You win with the Town.

Austin - You are Oromis. You are known as the Mourning Sage, a title that speaks to the grief you carry from the fall of the Dragon Riders. You remember the chaos and betrayal of Galbatorix's rebellion, the loss of countless lives, and the destruction of the Order that once safeguarded peace in Alagaësia. The sorrow is a part of you, etched into your very being, but so is the wisdom earned through centuries of hardship. You mourn not only for what was lost but for what still suffers, and though the burden is heavy, it shapes the guidance you offer to those who seek to restore balance to the world. At the same time, you are known as the Cripple Who Is Whole, signifying your ability to fight on even with your affliction. For these reasons, you are the Mafia Ascetic. You cannot be targeted by non-lethal actions. You win with the Mafia.

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Mharman - Roleblock Whiteflame

Austin - Kill Casey

Wylted - Probe Lunatic

Lunatic - Prime Wylted

Whiteflame - Voo Doo Lunatic (Jack of all trades)

Cerulean - Oracle ADOL

Mharman - Redirect WF to Austin

Austin - Kill Earth

Whiteflame - Voo Doo Lunatic (Jack of all trades)

Cerulean - Oracle ADOL

Mharman - Strongman Luna

Whiteflame - Voo Doo Cerulean (acknowledgement)

Cerulean - Oracle Mharman