War for the West

War for the West is a 485,000-word interactive medieval fantasy novel in which you rule a province on the Western Peninsula. You hold court, hear petitioners, settle disputes and deliver justice while navigating the realm’s politics and uncovering the secrets of your lineage and the world.

Rule your province

You manage tax revenue, spending it on local infrastructure or personal objects and services. You also build relationships with other powers and arrange a marriage to continue your lineage and strengthen alliances. Counselors with different specialties advise you, though you must keep their treachery in check.

Diplomacy and conflict

Your military can suppress rebellions and defend your fief against foreign invaders. You recruit and train troops, then build an army to test in battle. You can fight in the open field, withstand a siege, join your enemy or avoid conflict entirely. When diplomacy and force are not enough, poison or a well-placed agent may offer another way to deal with a problem.

Choices and relationships

You can play as a Lord or a Lady and pursue pleasure as you choose. Marry for love, power or convenience, and take lovers to satisfy your lust if necessary. You can bow to the church, join the northern heresy or create your own religion. As you visit neighboring provinces and meet other nobles, you make allies and enemies; holding court also brings a wide range of random events to decide.

Secrets and endings

The story includes ancient mysteries, secrets about your lineage and many hidden endings.