The Black Arrow

A Tale of the Wars of the Roses - An Interactive Adventure for EAL Learners

England, 1461

The Wars of the Roses rage across England. The Yorkists and Lancastrians tear the kingdom apart, and in the lawless North, each lord rules with his own banner.

You are Richard Shelton, a young squire raised at the fortified tower of Holywater. Your father was murdered by treacherous hands, and four black arrows mark the criminals who must be brought to justice.

"In these troubled times, a man's word is his bond, and his sword is his law." - from the prologue

Choose Your Path

How will you pursue justice in these lawless times?

Richard Shelton

The Squire

The rightful heir to Holywater. Balanced skills with a knight's training.

+2 to all attributes

Joanna Sedley

The Lady

A lady of noble birth disguised as a page. Clever and persuasive.

+3 Diplomacy, +2 Intelligence

Muncaster

The Archer

A master bowman with secrets. His aim is deadly true.

+4 Archery, +1 Stealth

Archery
5
Strength
5
Diplomacy
5
Stealth
5
Justice
5
Gold
10

Holywater Tower

Mini-Game