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'''''Mist Robed Gate''''' is a 2008 tabletop roleplaying game written by Shreyas Sampat which emulates emotionally difficult kung-fu action, such as [[Wuxia]] and some more [[Melodrama]]-inspired anime. '''Mist Robed Gate''' games almost always swing between [[Tear Jerker]] and [[Kill'Em All]]. And, of course, [[Everybody Was Kung-Fu Fighting]] in every game
The unique selling point, and central mechanic of the game is the ''Knife Ritual'', wherein a knife is uncovered, unsheathed, plunged into character sheets, and eventually held against players skin as hostilities in the game escalate. The game also has an unusual focus on authentic Asian snacks and drinks to be consumed while playing, and a suggested filmograph to study for inspiration.
It is available [https://elizabethsampat.itch.io/mist-robed-gate here].
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* [[Bloodless Carnage]]: Characters cannot die in fight sequences until a victor is decided, and a killing blow is delivered, so fights can easily descend into this.
* [[Cherry Blossoms]]: A popular choice of setting, especially for a character with Pink as their designated color.
* [[Chewing the Scenery]]: As the outcome of fights is decided by the opinion of other players, this is a viable strategy.
* [[Color-Coded Characters]]: Players select a color to represent their character, and are encouraged to work that color into any scenes in which they appear.
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* [[Food Porn]]: Large chunks of the sourcebook are dedicated to recipes and tea preparation.
* [[Honor Before Reason]]
* [[Improvised Weapon]]: Anything and everything in an environment can be used as a weapon.
* [[Nonverbal Miscommunication]]: When the knife is "sheathed" players are not able to make direct demands, and must rely on innuendo or facial expression, sometimes resulting in this.
* [[Off the Table]]: Much of the game's "Knife Ritual" involves offers and counter offers. Not accepting an offer earlier could easily result in this occuring.
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