Game Rules

1. Objective: You play as Isabella Reyes Nakamura, the 18-year-old daughter of the late dictator Julián Reyes, now thrust into the role of Interim Presidente of Montesoro. Your goal is to navigate the dangerous political landscape, form alliances with key factions, and solidify your power. Every decision you make will impact your standing with various factions, shaping your path to leadership.
2. Faction Gameplay - Each faction desires something from Isabella, and play a crucial role in shaping Montesoro to Isabella's vision. While it is essential to maintain good terms, handing too much power to any individual faction may be a recipe for disaster in the backstabbing political arena that is Valverde. (If any faction except Loyalists reaches 0 or 100%, they may attempt to take over, leading to a Bad End for Isabella. If Communist threat reaches 100%, the revolution reaches the capital for a Bad End.) Support is tallied as each chapter concludes, giving Isabella the possibility of avoiding a Bad End if she's savvy enough.

Factions:

Military – Represents the Combined Armed Forces that protects the regime. They value strength, discipline, and military spending. Their support is crucial for fighting against the communist threat. However, handing them too much power may result in a coup and a military junta.

Cabinet – The political elite and advisors who help govern the country. Should Isabella fail to garner their support, they may seek to run their own candidate in elections, potentially ousting Isabella. The Ministry of Interior, with their secret police department, acts as the muscle of the Cabinet, while the other Ministries handle other functions such as the economy and propaganda. If Isabella enables them too much, she may find her power taken over by the state apparatus.

Loyalists – Followers of Isabella, including friends and family. Can be traded in to decrease the influence of other factions and enact certain decisions. (Get out of Jail Free card, basically).

Communists – Guerrilla factions and revolutionary movements that oppose the authoritarian government. They fight for equality, the redistribution of wealth, and social justice. Isabella can show sympathy and support their causes by refusing to follow in the footsteps of her father, but this will anger the Oligarchs along with the other factions.

Oligarchs – Wealthy industrialists and business magnates who control the economy. They focus on profit, market stability, and maintaining their influence over Montesoro’s resources. While courting them can provide Isabella with money and influence, any attempts to side with the people or erode the Oligarch's profits will be met with strong resistance.

Faction Scores: Your influence with each faction is represented by a percentage score that will change based on your decisions. Each faction has its own set of values, goals, and priorities. As you make choices, these scores will rise or fall, reflecting how well you align with their interests.

0-30%: Hostile. The faction is actively working against you.

31-50%: Neutral. The faction neither fully supports nor opposes you, but they are undecided.

51-70%: Supportive. They are inclined to help you, but they expect something in return.

71-90%: Loyal. They trust you and will back your leadership.

91-100%: Empowered. The faction, while supportive of Isabella, has grown out of control and will behave independently and unpredictably, often to her detriment.