So…I have finally come back to running Blades in the Dark again for a new group of players. No real power-gamers and, I think, this group has a much better idea of having fun then my previous groups. I tried planning a few things but alas, this game continues to surprise. How so, you ask?
It was supposed to be your classic “masquerade ball” espionage; intercept a message in the hedge maze and deal with the agents of the Hive. Now though? The group dropped the secret message onto the ballroom after picking it from the merchant lord’s pocket. The agent of the Hive has noticed this and now, now the group has to have a dance off to impress Lord Dunvil and his daughter who are watching while also picking up the letter that is on the floor before the agents of the Hive can grab it first.
It was a hilarious reminder to not plan stuff too much because the players will always do something crazy and unexpected. I almost forgot how much I adore this game.