THE NARRATIVE

Shade Hallow Manor is a crumbling old mansion in the misty town of Dark Cloud. Built in 1670 by a legendary writer named Shade Hallow, the manor once stood tall and proud—but now it’s worn down, overgrown, and full of ghost stories. Back in his day, Mr. Hallow was treated like a king. Everyone adored his spooky books and strange imagination.

The manor still holds pieces of its former beauty—arched windows, carved doors, and towering chimneys—but time and weather have taken their toll. The gardens are wild with weeds where roses and twisted topiaries once bloomed. The last of the Hallow family passed away over 300 years ago, and the townspeople took over the estate. But they never dared to fix it up… not with the rumors that Shade Hallow’s ghost still wanders the hallways.

The estate managers have hired crews to clean out the dust and cobwebs for the first time in centuries. They’re hosting a Halloween bash at the manor, hoping to turn it into a spooky bed and breakfast that will bring tourists—and money—to Dark Cloud. Most folks are excited, but not everyone agrees. Some say the manor is cursed and should be left alone.

You live in Dark Cloud, and you’re not quite sure what to believe. But like it or not, you’ve received an invitation to the party at Shade Hallow Manor. The moon is full, the air is thick with fog… and this is where your story begins.