GamesThe Magician's Workshop

Game overview

Unravel the mystery of your master's murder by uncovering the magical secrets of Renaissance Italy, all while facing rival apprentices in this interactive fantasy novel.

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Get ready to delve into the world of Renaissance Italy where ruthless politics, art, and magic collide with “The Magician's Workshop” – an interactive historical fantasy novel by Kate Heartfield.
When your master, who has invariably passed on his magical expertise and secrets to you, is found dead, it is up to you to inherit his legacy. You'll have to uncover some magical secrets of Florence before your opponents get their hands on them to maintain your standing.
You'll acquire your master's unique creations to mark your authority in the industry and clients who have a habit of getting tired of waiting. You'll moreover have to be cautious of your rivals who could either prove themselves to be good companions or turn on you to gain the workshop.
Are you quick-witted enough to decode the master's mysterious instructions to build a calamitous new machine? Or will you work hand-in-hand with your fellow apprentices to construct the unprecedented invention and seek peace for the city?
Put your skills of alchemy, animation, and soothsaying to use as you confront street violence, impress clients, and make magical entertainment. Design and manufacture a flying machine, an impregnable vault, a wall-breaking weapon, an enchanted pen and ink for a philosopher, or a refillable gold purse for bribes to prickle your clients' interest.
Meet historical figures like Niccolo Machiavelli and the future Pope Leo X to understand what they would do in treacherous Florence. You could also test your artistic flair by painting a fresco in a public square, have a boat chase with enemies on Arno River or even have a casual conversation about politics in a pub.
Will you be able to fill in the shoes of your master despite the terrifying extent to which he went to acquire his knowledge? Get riveted by the 190,000-word story that's driven solely by your wild imagination, fully text-based without any graphics or sound effects and manipulate your destiny with choices. Choose who you are in terms of gender; male, female, or non-binary and your sexual preference; gay, straight, bi, asexual, or poly and lead your own team of magicians and artists to rise to power in your own workshop.
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Single player
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Fantasy
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Historical
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