Threads of Fate
A puzzling journey through Norse mythology to uncover the secrets of fate and time.
As a private investigator, you're tasked with finding two missing professors, one of whom has been researching some special runestones from Norse mythology. A mysterious relic found by an archaeological team raises the stakes, and you have the opportunity to change the course of destiny. Are you ready? Threads of Fate is a remastered version of PostCurious’ acclaimed debut game, The Tale of Ord.
Difficulty
Narrative
Time
10-15 Hours
Players
1+ (best 2-4)
Internet Use
Integral to Gameplay
norsemythology, fantasy, artifacts, narrative, challenging, goodforgroups
What's Included?
4 Chapters Containing Over 30 Puzzles to Solve
Dozens of Illustrated Documents and Letters
Tactile Artifacts to Explore
Refill Materials
Gameplay
Threads of Fate will have players progressing through a narrative over 4 chapters, each packed with puzzles and artifacts. The game can be played solo, or cooperatively as a small group - we recommend up to 4 players. Each of the 4 chapters takes approximately 2-3 hours to solve, totaling over 10 hours of gameplay. An internet connected device is required to play the game, but no outside knowledge is needed to play.
Follow the search for the professors down a rabbit hole of magic and Norse mythology to unlock secrets and the mysteries of destiny. All that is left to discover is what choices you will make when fate is in your hands.
The Story
Provided with an assortment of letters, articles, drawings, websites, and physical artifacts, you will set out on a journey to explore the supernatural forces of Norse mythology and uncover the truth behind the disappearances. The meaning of mysterious glyphs will be revealed throughout the experience as you progress through the story and begin to unravel the secrets of fate and time.
There are a number of upgrades from The Tales of Ord, including:
New packaging with beautiful, updated cover art by Rita Orlov & Ayodhya Ouditt
Improved puzzles, signposting, graphics, and various other edits based on feedback from original The Tale of Ord players
A revised narrative which provides more cohesion between the story and gameplay
Updated components, including a new wooden box design
For those who played The Tales of Ord, please be aware that, while changes have been made, Threads of Fate is not going to feel like an entirely different game. We are proud of and excited about the revisions, but at their cores the games are the same.
What choices will you make when fate is in your hands?
Playing the Game
Game Reviews
Inspiration
Credits
Game Design: Rita Orlov
Graphic Design: Rita Orlov
Illustration: Rita Orlov & Ayodhya Ouditt
Writing: Lauren Bello (original story by Rita Orlov & Fernando Bolles-Barquero)
Web Development: Matt Hochler, Micheal Parks, & Brennan Pilcher
