đź Game Modes Overview
Slasher Reborn features four distinct game modes, each offering a unique horror movie experience:
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Mystery Mode (Who's the Killer?)
One character among your cast is secretly the killer. Watch as suspicions rise, accusations fly, and the mystery unfolds. Perfect for whodunit-style horror stories.
- Hidden killer identity revealed only at the end
- Characters investigate and accuse each other
- Focus on psychological tension and mystery
- Multiple possible killers based on cast composition
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Supervillain Mode (Classic Horror Supervillain)
Face off against a supernatural or enhanced killer with special abilities. The most challenging and action-packed mode.
- Customize your supervillain's name, type, weapon, and motive
- Supervillains have enhanced stats and special abilities
- Higher kill success rates than normal killers
- Perfect for Halloween or Friday the 13th style stories
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Killer Controller (Be The Killer)
Take direct control of the killer's actions and decide who lives and who dies. The most interactive mode.
- Make strategic choices about when and how to strike
- Control pacing and tension of your movie
- Choose specific victims for maximum dramatic impact
- Perfect for players who want full creative control
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Spectator Mode (Choose the Killers)
Sit back and watch the horror unfold while making key decisions about the killers' identities and actions.
- Minimal player input, maximum cinematic experience
- Make crucial decisions at key moments
- Perfect for casual viewing or streaming
- Focus on character development and story
đą Franchise System
Build your horror franchise across multiple movies with returning survivors and escalating threats.
đ Franchise Rules
- Survivor Carryover: Characters who survive can return in sequels with enhanced stats
- Franchise Continuity: Each movie builds on the previous story
- Escalating Difficulty: Sequels tend to be more challenging
- Character Development: Returning survivors gain experience and trauma
- Legacy Characters: Some archetypes become more valuable in sequels
đĄ Pro Tip: Save your Final Girls and Heroes for sequels - they become incredibly powerful franchise anchors!
đŹ Creating Sequels
- Complete a movie first to unlock sequel options
- Choose which survivors return (minimum 3, maximum 8)
- Add new cast members to reach desired cast size
- Returning characters maintain their relationships and trauma
- New characters integrate into existing group dynamics
âïž Character Stats Explained
Every character has six core stats that determine their survival chances and behavior:
đĄïž Survival
Overall ability to avoid death and escape dangerous situations. The most important stat for staying alive.
đ§ Intelligence
Problem-solving ability, clue discovery, and strategic thinking. High intelligence characters often solve mysteries.
đŹ Social
Leadership, persuasion, and group cohesion. Social characters rally others and form alliances.
đȘ Athletics
Physical strength, speed, and combat ability. Athletic characters can fight back and outrun threats.
đ€ Stealth
Ability to hide, move quietly, and avoid detection. Stealthy characters survive by staying unseen.
đ Luck
Random chance factor. Lucky characters survive unlikely scenarios through pure fortune.
â ïž Important: No single stat guarantees survival! The best characters have balanced stats or excel in multiple areas.
đ Character Archetypes
Choose from 33 unique character archetypes, each with distinct personalities, stats, and survival strategies:
đ Classic Horror Archetypes
The Final Girl
Pure-hearted and resourceful, destined to survive
Survival: 9
Intelligence: 8
Social: 6
Athletics: 7
Stealth: 6
Luck: 8
The Jock
Strong and athletic but often overconfident
Survival: 5
Intelligence: 4
Social: 7
Athletics: 9
Stealth: 3
Luck: 5
The Nerd
Smart and analytical, often discovers clues
Survival: 6
Intelligence: 9
Social: 3
Athletics: 2
Stealth: 7
Luck: 6
The Hero
Brave protector of others
Survival: 7
Intelligence: 7
Social: 8
Athletics: 8
Stealth: 5
Luck: 6
The Outcast
Mysterious loner with secrets
Survival: 7
Intelligence: 8
Social: 2
Athletics: 5
Stealth: 9
Luck: 5
The Coward
First to run, sometimes survives
Survival: 6
Intelligence: 6
Social: 4
Athletics: 7
Stealth: 8
Luck: 8
đ High-Risk Archetypes
The Flirt
Seductive but often meets a grisly end
Survival: 3
Intelligence: 5
Social: 9
Athletics: 6
Stealth: 4
Luck: 4
The Stoner
Laid-back and oblivious to danger
Survival: 2
Intelligence: 3
Social: 6
Athletics: 4
Stealth: 5
Luck: 3
The Rich Girl
Entitled and pampered, easy target
Survival: 2
Intelligence: 5
Social: 8
Athletics: 3
Stealth: 2
Luck: 7
The Drama Queen
Attention-seeking and dramatic
Survival: 3
Intelligence: 5
Social: 8
Athletics: 4
Stealth: 2
Luck: 4
đȘ Unique Archetypes
The Survivalist
Prepared for anything, outdoor enthusiast
Survival: 8
Intelligence: 8
Social: 4
Athletics: 8
Stealth: 7
Luck: 7
The Tech Genius
Hacker with useful digital skills
Survival: 5
Intelligence: 9
Social: 4
Athletics: 3
Stealth: 6
Luck: 7
The Veteran
Military experience, tactical mindset
Survival: 8
Intelligence: 7
Social: 6
Athletics: 8
Stealth: 8
Luck: 6
The Mystic
Believes in supernatural, has intuition
Survival: 6
Intelligence: 6
Social: 5
Athletics: 4
Stealth: 7
Luck: 9
The Theater Kid
Dramatic performer who thinks life is a stage
Survival: 5
Intelligence: 7
Social: 8
Athletics: 4
Stealth: 6
Luck: 5
The Red Herring
Suspicious character who seems guilty but isn't
Survival: 6
Intelligence: 8
Social: 4
Athletics: 6
Stealth: 8
Luck: 4
đĄ Archetype Strategy: Mix high-survival archetypes (Final Girl, Survivalist, Veteran) with interesting personalities (Drama Queen, Theater Kid) for balanced and entertaining movies!
đŻ Pro Tips & Strategies
đ Survival Strategies
- Balanced Casts: Include both high-survival and sacrificial characters
- Archetype Synergy: Some combinations work better together (Hero + Final Girl, Nerd + Tech Genius)
- Location Matters: Different settings favor different archetypes
- Size Strategy: Smaller casts (6-8) create intimate tension, larger casts (12-15) enable complex dynamics
đŹ Cinematic Excellence
- Character Development: Give characters meaningful relationships and backstories
- Pacing Control: Use different game modes to control narrative rhythm
- Dramatic Irony: Mystery Mode creates perfect suspense when you don't know the killer
- Epic Confrontations: Supervillain Mode delivers climactic boss battles
đ Franchise Building
- Survivor Selection: Keep your most interesting characters alive for sequels
- Story Continuity: Reference previous movies in character descriptions
- Escalation: Each sequel should raise the stakes
- Legacy Characters: Final Girls become even more powerful in sequels
â ïž Remember: The most memorable horror movies balance genuine scares with compelling character moments. Don't just focus on kills - create stories worth telling!
đź Interface Guide
đ± Navigation
- Movie Setup: Configure your horror experience
- Cast Management: Add, customize, and organize characters
- Simulation Control: Watch your movie unfold with interactive elements
- Results Analysis: Review detailed breakdown of your movie
- Franchise Management: Build connected movie universes
đ§ Advanced Features
- Custom Characters: Create unique personalities beyond standard archetypes
- Relationship Editing: Define complex character connections
- Location Influence: Different settings affect survival chances
- Export/Import: Share your favorite character lineups
đ Troubleshooting
Common Issues
- All Characters Die: Include more high-survival archetypes or reduce cast size
- Boring Movies: Mix personality types and add dramatic relationships
- Predictable Outcomes: Try different game modes or unusual archetype combinations
- Sequel Problems: Ensure you have enough survivors before starting a sequel
đĄ Quick Fix: If your movies feel repetitive, try the "Random All" button to discover new archetype combinations!