How to play Werewolf Online: A Game of Deception and Deduction

Welcome to the village of Silver Creek, a quaint little village with a dark secret lurking in its shadows. As night falls, the peaceful facade fades, and the terrifying Werewolves emerge to prey upon the unsuspecting villagers. But fear not, for among the residents are those with special abilities, ready to defend their home and uncover the beasts within.

Werewolf Online by NextGlobe is a thrilling social deduction game where players take on hidden roles and engage in a battle of wits, deception, and survival. You can play this popular game online at werewolf-online.io, connect with people from around the world and feel the thrill of the game whenever and wherever you want.

Will you be a cunning Werewolf, blending into the crowd while plotting your next victim? Or will you be a brave Villager, relying on your instincts and the words of others to identify the lurking evil?

In this game of hidden identities and shifting alliances, you'll need to sharpen your skills of observation, persuasion, and deception. Can you uncover the Werewolves before they devour the entire village? Or will you succumb to the darkness and join the pack's reign of terror?

This manual will guide you through the basic rules and roles of Werewolf Online, providing you with the knowledge you need to navigate the night and emerge victorious. Get ready to step into a world of suspicion, intrigue, and thrilling gameplay!

Roles in this Guide:

• Werewolf
• Villager
• Seer
• Witch
• Hunter
• Cupid
• Lovers
• Mayor

Game Setup

Number of Players and Roles:

The ideal number of players for Werewolf Online is typically between 5 and 18. The distribution of roles depends on the number of players and can be adjusted in the room settings. Here's a general guideline:

Assigning Roles:

Each player is automatically assigned a role at the start of the game. All players wait for the other players to find out their roles before taking their first steps.

Gameplay

Werewolf Online is played in alternating phases: Night and Day.

Night Phase:

During the Night phase, players with special roles take actions in a specific order. The game guides through each role's turn. Players see a waiting screen until it's their turn. It is always possible to use the chat.

Order of Actions:

• Cupid (if in play): Cupid wakes up and designates two players as lovers. These players are now linked, and if one dies, the other dies of heartbreak.
• Werewolves: The Werewolves wake up and silently agree on a villager to kill. They can choose a Villager independently. The game chooses the villager with the most votes, or chooses at random if there is a tie.
• Seer (if in play): The Seer wakes up and can choose to view the role card of one player.
• Witch (if in play): The Witch wakes up and has two options:
  • Use the healing potion to save the villager chosen by the Werewolves (can be used on herself).
  • Use the poison potion to kill another player.
  The Witch can use each potion only once during the game and can choose to use neither.
• Hunter (if in play): The Hunter does not wake up at night. However, if the Hunter is killed during the Day phase, they can immediately choose another player to eliminate as well.

Day Phase:

The Day phase begins with the game announcing who was killed during the night (if anyone).

The remaining players now openly discuss, either via external voice chat or game chat, trying to deduce the werewolves' identities. Players can accuse each other, defend themselves, form alliances, and use any information they have gathered to sway the opinions of others. You can use the notes functionalities to write down all information.

Kill voting:

After a period of discussion, the game calls for a vote. Players vote to eliminate the player they suspect is a Werewolf. The player with the most votes is eliminated from the game and reveals their role. In the event of a tie, the game will choose one of the voted players.

End of the Day Phase:

The Day phase ends after the vote, and the cycle repeats with the Night phase.

Electing a Mayor:

• At the end of the first day, and again whenever the Mayor is killed, a new Mayor is elected.
• Any player can be nominated
• Players vote for the player they want to be Mayor.
• The player with the most votes becomes the new Mayor.
• In the event of a tie, there is a run-off vote

Roles

Werewolf:

• Ability: Kills one villager each night.
• Win Condition: Eliminate all Villagers

Villager:

• Ability: No special abilities.
• Win Condition: Eliminate all Werewolves.

Seer:

• Ability: Can secretly view the role of one player each night.
• Win Condition: Eliminate all Werewolves.

Witch:

• Ability: Has one healing potion to save a player and one poison potion to kill a player. Only one use per potion per game
• Win Condition: Eliminate all Werewolves.

Hunter:

• Ability: If killed during the day phase, can immediately kill another player.
• Win Condition: Eliminate all Werewolves.

Cupid:

• Ability: Designates two players as lovers at the start of the game.
• Win Condition: If Cupid is a Villager, they win with the Villagers. If Cupid is a Werewolf, they win with the Werewolves.

Lovers

• Ability: None (apart from their shared fate).
• Win Condition: The Lovers win together if they are the only two players remaining alive.

Mayor

• Ability: The Mayor's vote has double weight during the day phase.
• Win Condition: The Mayor wins with the Villagers (or with the Werewolves if the Mayor is a Werewolf).

Winning the Game

Werewolf Victory:

The Werewolves win if they eliminate all Villagers and special roles, leaving only Werewolves in the game.

Villager Victory:

The Villagers win if they eliminate all Werewolves.

Lovers' Victory:

If Cupid is in play, there's a third way to win. The two Lovers win the game together if they are the only two players remaining alive. This means they need to outlast all other players, regardless of their original roles.

Strategies and Tips

Werewolf Online is a game of social deduction, bluffing, and strategic thinking. Here are some tips to help you excel in the game, whether you're a Werewolf trying to remain hidden or a Villager seeking to uncover the truth:

General Tips:

• Pay attention to details: Observe players' body language, tone of voice, and voting patterns. Subtle cues can reveal hidden intentions.
• Build trust (or sow distrust): As a Villager, try to establish yourself as a trustworthy source of information. As a Werewolf, spread misinformation and create doubt.
• Think strategically about voting: Don't just vote based on hunches. Consider the potential consequences of eliminating each player.
• Be aware of alliances: Players may form alliances, both genuine and deceptive. Try to identify these alliances and use them to your advantage.

Werewolf Strategies:

• Blend in: Act like a Villager, participate in discussions, and express concern about the Werewolf attacks.
• Create confusion: Cast suspicion on other players, especially those who seem to be on the right track.
• Coordinate with your pack (secretly): Use subtle cues or coded language to communicate with other Werewolves without revealing your identities.

Villager Strategies:

• Share information carefully: Don't reveal too much information too early, especially if you have a powerful role like the Seer.
• Look for inconsistencies: Pay attention to players who contradict themselves or whose stories don't add up.
• Trust your gut: Sometimes, your intuition can be a powerful tool in identifying the Werewolves.

Role-Specific Tips:

• Seer: Use your information wisely. Consider revealing part of your knowledge to guide the Villagers without exposing yourself to the Werewolves.
• Witch: Be patient and strategic with your potions. Save them for crucial moments when they can have the biggest impact.
• Hunter: Be cautious, as your ability can be a powerful weapon for both sides. Choose your target carefully if you're eliminated.
• Cupid: If you're a Villager, try to link two players you trust. If you're a Werewolf, create chaos by linking a Werewolf with a Villager.
• Lovers:
  • Lay low: In the early stages of the game, try not to draw too much attention to yourselves. Act like regular Villagers and avoid making any strong accusations or taking risky actions.
  • Protect each other: If one Lover is accused or targeted, the other should defend them vigorously. Your survival depends on each other.
  • Coordinate your votes: Discuss who you'll vote for during the day. Aligning your votes can be crucial, especially if one of you is a Werewolf trying to mislead the Villagers.
  • Be aware of the risks: Being a Lover can be dangerous. If one of you is killed, the other dies as well. Weigh your actions carefully and be prepared for the possibility of sudden elimination.

Tips for Online Play:

• Type efficiently: Be mindful of your typing speed and clarity in the chat. Use abbreviations and concise language to convey your thoughts quickly.
• Minimize distractions: Close unnecessary applications or websites to avoid distractions during the game. Focus on the game chat and the actions of other players.
• Use the note-taking feature: Take advantage of the in-game note-taking feature to keep track of information, suspicions, and alliances.

Remember, Werewolf Online is a dynamic game where adaptation and quick thinking are key. These strategies and tips are just a starting point. The more you play, the better you'll understand the nuances of the game and develop your own unique approach to deception and deduction.