Kriegsspiel

Blacksad

Set in an early-Cold War, anthropomorphic-animal world, this roleplaying game adapts hardboiled noir fiction into collaborative storytelling. Players create characters typical of the genre—private eyes, femme fatales, corrupt officials—and resolve investigations, moral dilemmas, and personal conflicts through a streamlined ruleset designed to keep narration flowing. The book includes guidance for gamemasters on crafting cases, portraying noir themes and tones, and using images and setting details drawn from the comics to inspire scenes and NPCs. Rules emphasize quick resolution of dangerous or tense moments and support both newcomers and experienced roleplayers.