This game struck the perfect balance for me. While I like journaling games, I need more structure than most games provide to enjoy my experience. The combination of dice, deck of cards, and my dusty tome (Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen) offered a sufficient framework where I felt free to connect all the dots in the way I sought fit without feeling paralyzed by too much freedom of choice.
Overall, I had such a fun time playing this game. I read through royal missives from military personnel including one detailing how the territory of North Carnea, the land of a thousand villages, succumbed to The Shadow. I recorded the shock of the kingdom when Sir Reginald, royal diplomat, confessed to revealing top secret information about The Shadow's presence to Old Eldarin's enemy, the State of Bavaria. I riffled through local reports from everyday people, including a report from a hunter who found a smiling, winged, four-legged creature haunting the edge of the Middle Forest.
I recommend this game to players who want a low-commitment, short, narrative-driven experience in a dark fantasy setting. It is a great way to spend a Sunday morning. 10/10! Thank you for sharing, GoblinGhoul!