Boatmurdered

Hey Derivative Fiction Book Club,

For our next session, we're delving into the legendary Boatmurdered—a collaborative narrative born from a succession game of Dwarf Fortress. This tale chronicles the rise and chaotic fall of the dwarven fortress known as Boatmurdered, blending dark humor with emergent storytelling.

The saga unfolds as 14 players each take a turn managing the fortress for a year, documenting their experiences through in-character journals. The narrative is rich with unexpected events, from marauding elephants to catastrophic magma floods, all contributing to the fortress's eventual descent into madness.

Boatmurdered is accessible online and can be read for free. You can find the complete chronicle here:

LPC Archive

Additionally, for those who prefer an audio-visual experience, there's a narrated version available:

We encourage you to explore this unique piece of interactive fiction and join us for a discussion on its themes, storytelling techniques, and its impact on gaming culture.

Once you confirm your participation, I'll send a follow-up email with further details. Please reach out if you have any questions!

Happy reading

Host or Publisher The Derivative Fiction Book Club