Here is what I had done before this. But it all seemed a bit raw, and the "city x 4 x 4 x maniacs" concept has already grown stale; besides everything else, it forces one to invent a bunch of special abilities and NDs, whereas here I tried to keep everything simple.
Kingdom of Shu
Liu Bei
Founder of Shu, known as an ambitious and charismatic leader with an extraordinary ability to attract people. Humble and merciful, Liu Bei always helped and protected common folk, and his aspiration was the desire to end the era of chaos under his own leadership.Special AbilitiesI. People's Support: double vote
II. Oath in the Peach Garden: if Liu Bei, Guan Yu, or Zhang Fei cross paths at night, they learn each other's roles and gain the ability to communicate.
III. Revenge: if one of his sworn brothers dies, Liu Bei begins searching for the killer until he finds them and takes their life.
Dimension DoorI. Mercy: can pardon a player sentenced to execution.
Guan Yu
One of Liu Bei's strongest and bravest generals—a mighty warrior with a cold mind who believes in justice and virtue. For the calm Guan Yu, possessing noble dignity, duty to his brothers is the primary obligation in life.Special AbilitiesI. 50% chance to survive an attack.
II. Oath in the Peach Garden: if Liu Bei, Guan Yu, or Zhang Fei cross paths at night, they learn each other's roles and gain the ability to communicate.
NDI. Protects a chosen player and kills the attacker.
Zhang Fei
Zhang Fei is a loud and brash man whose bravery and strength are recognized as second only to Guan Yu; however, unlike his sworn brother, he possesses exceptional cruelty and will not hesitate to beat or even kill for disobedience. Stubborn and proud, he will never turn his back on an enemy.Special AbilitiesI. 50% chance to survive an attack.
II. Oath in the Peach Garden: if Liu Bei, Guan Yu, or Zhang Fei cross paths at night, they learn each other's roles and gain the ability to communicate.
NDI. Kills a chosen player.
Zhuge Liang
Also known as the Sleeping Dragon—Liu Bei's wise advisor, an incomparable genius who considers every detail and always thinks one step ahead.NDI. Learns affiliation.
Yue Yin
Although her marriage to Zhuge Liang was arranged, she sincerely loves her husband and will do everything possible to lighten the heavy burden on his shoulders. Intellectual and elegant, Yue Yin highly values the importance of patience and planning.
NDI. Heals a chosen target.
II. Heals a specific victim. Once per game.
Huang Zhong
Huang Zhong is recognized by his allies as a battle-hardened elder with years of wisdom; however, many also notice his impatience and fervor—he always wants to prove that despite his age, he is still an excellent commander and warrior.Special AbilitiesIf monitoring the killer's victim, dies instead of them.
NDI. Reconnaissance: observes a chosen player.
Pang Tong
Pang Tong is a remarkable strategist; however, despite this, he was rejected by many rulers of the Three Kingdoms due to his strange appearance and deceptive character.Special AbilitiesI. Those checking status receive a negative result when checking him.
NDI. Blocks a chosen player.
II. Redirects a player to a random target.
Ma Chao
A proud warrior and a man of simple character who firmly believes in justice and heroism. Ma Chao always announces his intentions loudly, but despite his charisma, many consider him short-sighted.NDI. Protects a chosen player.
Zhao Yun
Liu Bei's right hand, serving him faithfully for the benefit of the people of their lands. He is always courageous, heroically overcoming impossible tasks that appear in his path. He has absolute faith in his lord and, while not always agreeing with his decisions, believes in the honesty of his intentions.Special AbilitiesI. Takes the life of their own killer.
NDI. Challenge: forces the target to use an ND on themselves.
Kingdom of Wei
Cao Cao
A man of deep intellect, a brilliant strategist, politician, and general who uses all necessary means to achieve his designs and ambitions, even if it makes him an enemy of all other kingdoms. He also cares little for conventions or ancient traditions and judges people only by their achievements and abilities. Nevertheless, despite his cruel nature, he values his followers and treats them with generosity.Special AbilitiesI. Strategist: while he is alive, his team can perform up to three NDs at night.
NDI. Order: redirects a chosen player to another target.
II. Conversation: complete isolation of the target.
III. Kill.
Xiahou Dun
Cao Cao's closest confidant, understanding his relative with a single word. One of the few capable of understanding the true motives of the ruler of Wei behind his actions. Xiahou Dun is a serious and loyal man who rarely questions his lord's decisions.Special AbilitiesI. 50% chance to survive an attack and kill the attacker.
II. Hot Temper: kills a blocking role if Xiahou Dun was sent to kill. The assassination of the original target is not carried out.
NDI. Kill.
Dian Wei
Cao Cao's personal bodyguard, once discovered by Xiahou Dun while Dian Wei was fighting a tiger with his bare hands. He is a decisive and simple man who does not wish to dwell on details and simply wants the job done.Special AbilitiesI. Cannot be redirected.
NDI. Kill.
II. Protects a chosen player and kills the attacker.
Sima Yi
Wei's strategist. An arrogant and unrestrained man who prides himself on his intellect and believes he possesses an unsurpassed mind. He does not truly believe in Cao Cao; however, he uses any opportunity provided to him to prove himself.NDI. Learns affiliation.
II. Steals a vote.
III. Kill.
IV. Execution disruption. Once per game.
Kingdom of Wu
Sun Quan
A proud and respected ruler, a patient, composed, and diligent man; he is also the strictest among the three leaders of Wu, as he cannot forgive betrayal or excessive disobedience. To protect his family's future, he only takes justified risks and awaits the time for war.NDI. Kill.
II. Deprives of vote.
III. NDs of one side (choice) do not trigger on the night of use.
Lu Meng
Honest and perceptive, Lu Meng is a man who believes in resilience. Despite the rough tone with which he speaks, he is a calm and flexible leader with versatile capabilities.Special AbilitiesI. Impossible to block.
NDI. Kill.
II. Blocks a chosen player for two nights.
Gan Ning
A former pirate, a man of action who refuses to adapt to the rules of etiquette. Wild and fearless, he can be satisfied by nothing more than a good fight during battle. He is confident in his strengths and, although he seems arrogant, he has a good head on his shoulders and knows when to rely on teamwork.Special AbilitiesI. If the target is protected—kills both.
NDI. Kill.
II. Kills two chosen players. Once per game.
Zhou Tai
A man of few words, ruthless to his enemies. He speaks only when truly necessary. He worries about the safety of his lord and will not hesitate to sacrifice his own life for him.Special AbilitiesI. Ignores natural protection.
NDI. Kill.
II. Kills the target and all who came to them with a 50% chance for each. Once every two nights.
Lu Bu
Special AbilitiesI. Cannot be killed, blocked, or redirected.
II. Dies only if subjected to an attack from two or more sides.
NDKill.