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Staged Hands: Vendetta

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Welcome to Staged Hands: Vendetta!

To progress in the game, complete quest goals assigned by characters from the play, Hamlet.Each level features numerous quests with specific shilling requirements for completion.Earn shillings by answering questions related to the play.Correct answers on the first attempt yield the highest shilling payout.Incorrect answers reduce the total shilling payout, potentially requiring a quest restart.Aim to answer as many questions correctly to accumulate bonus shillings.Spend bonus shillings at the apothecary for unique rewards.

“Staged Hands: Vendetta” is a groundbreaking video game created for high school English students. Departing from traditional teaching methods, our game revolutionizes the study of Shakespeare's Hamlet.Immerse yourself in an innovative journey that invites you to actively engage with Hamlet's characters and unravel the play's essential elements.Embark on a unique adventure through a series of levels, each presenting quests aligned with Hamlet's plot. Dive deep into characters' motives, personalities, and the underlying themes.Our game not only strives to offer a comprehensive understanding of Hamlet, but also aims to demystify Shakespeare, making it more approachable and enjoyable.This game is your portal to bridge the gap between the classroom and Shakespeare's universe. Join us on this literary adventure, where learning becomes an immersive experience, and Shakespeare comes to life like never before!

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Inventory

Go to The Apothecary to buy your magical items!

Go to The Apothecary to buy your magical items!

Collectibles

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Levels

1

Welcome to the Apothecary...

Spend shillings at the shop for magical enhancements!

The shop offers one-time elixirs for tackling tricky questions OR permanent legendary items that greatly enhance your abilities.Accumulate shillings by successfully answering questions during quests.Incorrect answers decrease the shilling payout, emphasizing the importance of accurate responses.Choose wisely, as there is a limit of six items that you can hold in your inventory at any one time.

Apothecary

o Shillings

Gertrude

Character Profiles

Prince Hamlet

Dead King

Horatio

Claudius

Bernardo

Marcellus

Laertes

Polonius

Fortinbras

Ophelia

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"Hail, young scion, thou who wanderest these hallowed halls in search of glory and truth. Dost thou know who I am, a specter of regal bearing, bound to this mortal realm?"

"Hail, young scion, thou who wanderest these hallowed halls in search of glory and truth. Dost thou know who I am, a specter of regal bearing, bound to this mortal realm?"

You

"My lord, thy visage strikes awe into my heart, and yet familiarity stirs within. Art thou not the late King Hamlet, sovereign of Denmark, now but a shadow in the moon's pale light?"

"Indeed, young squire, thou hast named me true. A dire quest I have for thee, one of grave import and spectral honor. Wilt thou lend thine ear and heart to my woeful tale?"

"Indeed, young squire, thou hast named me true. A dire quest I have for thee, one of grave import and spectral honor. Wilt thou lend thine ear and heart to my woeful tale?"

"Speak, O phantom king, and I shall harken to thy words with courage and resolve."

You

"In yonder vault, amidst dust and shadow, lies my armor, once a symbol of strength and justice in this kingdom. Alas, it dothlie forsaken, a relic of a life and reign unjustly severed."

"In yonder vault, amidst dust and shadow, lies my armor, once a symbol of strength and justice in this kingdom. Alas, it dothlie forsaken, a relic of a life and reign unjustly severed."

"What is thy bidding, my liege? How may I serve thee in this ghostly hour?"

You

"Venture forth to the ancient armory, brave youth, and retrieve my armor. Let it be a beacon, a tangible memory of the justice that once reigned. Beware, for the path is fraught with trials and spectral guards who protect my earthly possessions."

"Venture forth to the ancient armory, brave youth, and retrieve my armor. Let it be a beacon, a tangible memory of the justice that once reigned. Beware, for the path is fraught with trials and spectral guards who protect my earthly possessions."

"It shall be done, O king. I vow to return with thine armor, and honor thy memory with this deed."

You

"Go forth with the wisdom of the ages and the courage of the righteous. Let not darkness nor fear sway thy determined heart."

Level Quests

Quest 1

Quest 2

You: "Good e'en noble watchman. Might I procure the key to the armoury? I am naught but a humble servant, tasked with an urgent errand."

Guard: "Hmm, thine face is not known to me. The key can be thine, yet it shall cost thee a 100 shillings."

Complete the following questions in order to earn shillings. You need at least 100 shillings to bribe the guard for the key to the armoury.

The protagonist's love for gardening

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

A .

The changing seasons in the story

The protagonist's deteriorating health

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

B.

C.

D.

The protagonist's love for gardening

The changing seasons in the story

A .

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

The protagonist's deteriorating health

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

B.

Try Again!

C.

D.

The protagonist's love for gardening

The changing seasons in the story

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

A .

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

The protagonist's deteriorating health

B.

D.

Try Again!

C.

The protagonist's love for gardening

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

The changing seasons in the story

A .

The protagonist's deteriorating health

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

C.

B.

Try Again!

D.

The protagonist's love for gardening

The changing seasons in the story

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

The protagonist's deteriorating health

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

A .

C.

B.

Try Again!

D.

The protagonist's love for gardening

The changing seasons in the story

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

The protagonist's deteriorating health

A .

B.

Try Again!

D.

C.

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

The protagonist's love for gardening

The changing seasons in the story

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

The protagonist's deteriorating health

A .

D.

Try Again!

B.

C.

Explanation: In literature, authors often use symbols to convey deeper meanings beyond the literal interpretation of objects or elements in the story. The repetition of the description of the withered tree suggests that it is not merely a random detail but a deliberate choice by the author to represent something more significant. In this case, the tree serves as a symbolic representation of the passage of time, perhaps mirroring the protagonist's own struggles or challenges, and emphasizing the theme of decay or hardship in their life.

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

D.

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

D.

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

Correct.Well done!40 shillings

Explanation: In literature, authors often use symbols to convey deeper meanings beyond the literal interpretation of objects or elements in the story. The repetition of the description of the withered tree suggests that it is not merely a random detail but a deliberate choice by the author to represent something more significant. In this case, the tree serves as a symbolic representation of the passage of time, perhaps mirroring the protagonist's own struggles or challenges, and emphasizing the theme of decay or hardship in their life.

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

D.

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

Correct.Well done!20 shillings

Explanation: In literature, authors often use symbols to convey deeper meanings beyond the literal interpretation of objects or elements in the story. The repetition of the description of the withered tree suggests that it is not merely a random detail but a deliberate choice by the author to represent something more significant. In this case, the tree serves as a symbolic representation of the passage of time, perhaps mirroring the protagonist's own struggles or challenges, and emphasizing the theme of decay or hardship in their life.

The passage of time and the protagonist's personal struggles.

D.

Correct.Well done!10 shillings

If an author repeatedly describes a withered, dying tree in a protagonist's backyard throughout a story. This tree is most likely a symbol for:

Explanation: In literature, authors often use symbols to convey deeper meanings beyond the literal interpretation of objects or elements in the story. The repetition of the description of the withered tree suggests that it is not merely a random detail but a deliberate choice by the author to represent something more significant. In this case, the tree serves as a symbolic representation of the passage of time, perhaps mirroring the protagonist's own struggles or challenges, and emphasizing the theme of decay or hardship in their life.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Theme

Plot

Character

A .

B.

C.

D.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Theme

Plot

Character

A .

B.

C.

D.

Try Again!

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Plot

Theme

A .

Character

C.

B.

D.

Try Again!

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Plot

C.

Explanation: The plot of a story refers to the sequence of events and the way in which the narrative unfolds. In this scenario, the narrative starts with a peaceful village and evolves into chaos, indicating a progression or development in the storyline. The change from tranquility to chaos is a key aspect of the plot, reflecting the series of events that drive the narrative forward and shape the overall story arc.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Theme

Plot

Character

B.

A .

C.

D.

Try Again!

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Theme

Plot

Character

A .

B.

C.

D.

Try Again!

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Plot

Theme

Character

C.

D.

A .

B.

Try Again!

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Setting

Theme

Plot

Character

B.

A .

C.

D.

Try Again!

Plot

C.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Correct.Well done!20 shillings

Explanation: The plot of a story refers to the sequence of events and the way in which the narrative unfolds. In this scenario, the narrative starts with a peaceful village and evolves into chaos, indicating a progression or development in the storyline. The change from tranquility to chaos is a key aspect of the plot, reflecting the series of events that drive the narrative forward and shape the overall story arc.

Plot

C.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Correct.Well done!10 shillings

Explanation: The plot of a story refers to the sequence of events and the way in which the narrative unfolds. In this scenario, the narrative starts with a peaceful village and evolves into chaos, indicating a progression or development in the storyline. The change from tranquility to chaos is a key aspect of the plot, reflecting the series of events that drive the narrative forward and shape the overall story arc.

Plot

C.

If a story begins with a peaceful village that gradually becomes chaotic, what literary element is primarily being developed?

Correct.Well done!40 shillings

Explanation: The plot of a story refers to the sequence of events and the way in which the narrative unfolds. In this scenario, the narrative starts with a peaceful village and evolves into chaos, indicating a progression or development in the storyline. The change from tranquility to chaos is a key aspect of the plot, reflecting the series of events that drive the narrative forward and shape the overall story arc.

True or False: In a play, if a character starts out as selfish but learns to be generous, this is an example of a character arc

True

False

A .

B.

True or False: In a play, if a character starts out as selfish but learns to be generous, this is an example of a character arc

True

A .

Correct.Well done!20 shillings

Explanation: A character arc refers to the developmental journey and transformation that a character undergoes throughout a story. In this case, if a character begins the narrative as selfish but later evolves to become generous, it reflects a significant change or growth in their personality and values.

True or False: In a play, if a character starts out as selfish but learns to be generous, this is an example of a character arc

True

A .

Explanation: A character arc refers to the developmental journey and transformation that a character undergoes throughout a story. In this case, if a character begins the narrative as selfish but later evolves to become generous, it reflects a significant change or growth in their personality and values.

True or False: The main event that triggers the events of Act 1, Scene 1 in Hamlet is the coronation of King Claudius

True

False

A .

B.

True or False: The main event that triggers the events of Act 1, Scene 1 in Hamlet is the coronation of King Claudius

False

B.

Correct.Well done!20 shillings

Explanation: It is the appearance of the ghost of the deceased King Hamlet that triggers the events of Act 1, Scene 1. In this scene, the ghost appears to the guards and Horatio, creating a sense of mystery and unease. The ghost's revelation about the circumstances of his death sets the stage for the central conflict and drives the subsequent events in the play.

True or False: The main event that triggers the events of Act 1, Scene 1 in Hamlet is the coronation of King Claudius

False

B.

Explanation: It is the appearance of the ghost of the deceased King Hamlet that triggers the events of Act 1, Scene 1. In this scene, the ghost appears to the guards and Horatio, creating a sense of mystery and unease. The ghost's revelation about the circumstances of his death sets the stage for the central conflict and drives the subsequent events in the play.

Congratulations!

You have earned 100 shillings. Pay the guard to get the key to the armoury.

You: "Lo, I bear a hundred shillings with me. Might I thus beseech thee, good watchman, for the key?"

Guard: "A noble sum, in truth! With gladness shall I accept it. Behold, here is the key to the armoury."

The Key is now in your collectibles. Use it to unlock the armoury door!

Welcome to the Armoury! You have unlocked your next objective.

Raajini, Brandon, Cassandra and WisamSpecial thanks to William and Xander for their help in voice acting.All images were created with the assistance of DALL·E 2.

Credits:

Hollywood Magic. [HollywoodMagic]. (2023, March 26). First-Person Walk To Hogwarts Castle Harry Potter 4K Music & Ambience Hogwarts Legacy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyRaiVjD5v4

OPHELIA

Noble Lady

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Daughter of Polonius
  • Sister of Laertes
  • Dating Hamlet

POLONIUS

The Lord Chamberlain of the Court

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Father of Laertes and Ophelia
  • Advisor to King Claudius and Queen Gertrude

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Level 1: The Ghost King’s Call!

Embark on a mysterious quest assigned by the ethereal ghost of King Hamlet to retrieve his armour hidden in Elsinore Castle.

Act 1 Scene 1

Elixir of Acute Cognition

temporarily boost your mental acuity! For the current short answer question, half of the phrase is completed for you.

When consumed...

100 shillings

You don't have enough shillings!

You successfully found the door to the armoury! But the door is locked. Go talk to a guard.

Controls

To move in Staged Hands: Vendetta, left-click on interactable items in menus or the game world.Navigate menus by selecting them with the mouse and left-clicking. Use the "Back" button to return to the previous menu and the "Main Menu" button to go back to the main menu. Interact with non-player characters by left-clicking on them to start a dialogue. Continue by selecting the "NEXT" button at the bottom center of the screen. Answer multiple-choice and True/False questions by left-clicking the correct answer. For Chronological Order, left-click and drag answers to their positions. Use the keyboard to type in the correct answer for Short Answer questions.

DEAD KING HAMLET

Former King of Denmark

Appears in Ghost formRELATIONSHIPS:

  • Deceased Husband of Queen Gertrude
  • Father of Prince Hamlet
  • Brother of Claudius

CLAUDIUS

New King of Denmark

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • New husband to Queen Gertrude
  • Biological uncle and step-father to Hamlet
  • Brother to the deceased King Hamlet

GERTRUDE

Queen of Denmark

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Mother of Prince Hamlet
  • Widow of deceased King Hamlet
  • Wife of King Claudius

When consumed...

Elixir of Foresight

for the current chronological question, the first event is set to the correct position.

60 shillings

You don't have enough shillings!

HAMLET

Prince of Denmark

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Son of deceased King Hamlet and Queen Gertrude
  • Step-son and nephew of Claudius
  • Best friends with Horatio
  • Dating Ophelia

BERNARDO

Guard at Elsinore Castle

Witness to the Ghost of King HamletRELATIONSHIPS:

  • Colleague of Marcello
  • Acquaintance of Horatio and Hamlet

Use the key in your collectibles to unlock the door.

Key to the Armoury

To unlock the door, click

Otherworldly Quill:

You may seek the guidance of your forefathers, providing you with the answer to the current short-answer question.

Three-time use (across levels)

500 shillings

You don't have enough shillings!

Key to the Armoury!

Witching Talisman of Prophecies

this forbidden talisman allows the holder to see ghosts of visions past and future. The first and last events within chronological-type questions are automatically set to the correct position.

While held...

1000 shillings

You don't have enough shillings!

HORATIO

CONFIDANT OF PRINCE HAMLET

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Classmate and close friend of Prince Hamlet at the University of Wittenberg
  • Associate of the guards at Elsinore Castle (Marcellus and Bernardo)

You have unlocked a new objective!

1st Quest: Retrieve the Ghost King's armour from the Royal Armoury and bring it to him. Completed Objective: Sneak into the Castle and get into the armoury.

Congratulations!

Current Objective: Find the King's Armour amongst all the armour in the armoury.

40 shillings

Elixir of Clarity

illusions no longer haunt you! For the current True/False question, the correct answer will momentarily and subtlety shimmer. Caution: the elixir will dissipate quickly!

When consumed...

You don't have enough shillings!

User Interface

Map: Click the icon to see your location and use it to navigate to your objectives.Quests: Click the quest icon to view your current quest, objectives, and completed tasks. Inventory: Click the icon to access items purchased from the shop, which can be activated for assistance while playing. Collectibles: Click the icon to access quest items needed to proceed through the level.Characters: Click the icon to see characters you have met on your journey.

MARCELLUS

Guard at Elsinore Castle

Witness to the Ghost of King HamletRELATIONSHIPS:

  • Colleague of Bernardo
  • Acquaintance of Horatio and Hamlet

Elixir of Revelations

will burn away one false answer from a multiple choice question.

When consumed...

60 shillings

You don't have enough shillings!

Controls

To move in Staged Hands: Vendetta, left-click on interactable items in menus or the game world.Navigate menus by selecting them with the mouse and left-clicking. Use the "Back" button to return to the previous menu and the "Main Menu" button to go back to the main menu. Interact with non-player characters by left-clicking on them to start a dialogue. Continue by selecting the "NEXT" button at the bottom center of the screen. Answer multiple-choice and True/False questions by left-clicking the correct answer. For Chronological Order, left-click and drag answers to their positions. Use the keyboard to type in the correct answer for Short Answer questions.

LAERTES

Nobleman

RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Son of Polonius
  • Brother of Ophelia

FORTINBRAS

Prince of Norway

Parallel character to Prince HamletSeeks to reclaim lands lost by his father to the Old King HamletRELATIONSHIPS:

  • Nephew of the current King of Norway

User Interface

Map: Click the icon to see your location and use it to navigate to your objectives.Quests: Click the quest icon to view your current quest, objectives, and completed tasks. Inventory: Click the icon to access items purchased from the shop, which can be activated for assistance while playing. Collectibles: Click the icon to access quest items needed to proceed through the level.Characters: Click the icon to see characters you have met on your journey.

Quest 2 is Locked

Quest 1 Unlocked!

1st Quest: Retrieve the Ghost King's armour from the Royal Armoury and bring it to him. Current Objective: Sneak into the Castle and get into the armoury.