Books

Ivan Jacobi Murdered

Karnaca grieves tonight at the death of Ivan Jacobi, Administrator of Bridge, Road, and Cemetery Permits. Jacobi was a rising star in local politics. He got…

Ivan's Last Letter

My Devoted Winstead, If you’re reading this, I’ve passed on to the other side. My negligence gave the Outsider’s enemies the key to our most secret treasure. I…

Janitor’s Note — Hamilton

Dr. Hypatia, I know you’re busy these days with your experiments and all, but since you seem to be in the Duke’s good graces, I was thinking maybe you could…

Jelly's Next Task

Jelly, You daft choffer, here's another one for you. "That old witch Granny Rags told me that you'll lose your taste for whiskey in the month of Wind. Then…

Jelly's Share

Jelly, In case you're too daft to remember, look to your whiskey for the answer. Whiskey. Got it? If you want your share, you'll sort it out. If not, I'll come…

Jerome's search for Oxrush

Hello Griff, I hope your business is going well. If you are interested, I have a little business proposal for you. The canal here in Drapers Ward has been dry…

Jewel of the South

Where the warm winds blow There’s spices and charms And a silver mine That could strong arms So pack that trunk And board that ship The boat leaves soon From…

Jindosh Considers An Odd Numerator

Jindosh Entry on Whalebone

Today I’ll raise the anatomy platform, bringing it up to the Laboratory floor where I can resume my work evaluating the rune artifact. Even as a man dedicated…

Journal - E. Cienfuegos

[Excerpt from a journal kept by Eleuterio Cienfuegos] 5th day, Month of Songs Another dream. Not the Void, but a place every Karnacan sees daily! Shindaerey…

Journal — Corporal Valdez

It’s been six months now since I came to Addermire on permanent assignment. I’m not sure it was a good idea anymore. At first I enjoyed the isolation because…

Journal Entry Part One

19th Day, Month of Seeds What will I do? She left and took her things. Back to her family, as if that will help. The plague will get us all. 3rd Day, Month of…

Journal Entry Part Three

18th Day, Month of Rain My cousin came, but we fought over it. When I came into the room, he was holding it. I screamed at him and we fought. Now I am filled…

Journal Entry Part Two

6th Day, Month of Rain My cousin Emil is coming soon, bringing a bird to roast. I'm going to see if any of the shops are still open. Maybe I can buy apples or…

Journalist at the Spector Club

Ivan, I was visiting the Spector for my usual concert-day infusion, when I overheard a man asking about you. He’d cornered Ned Tamron by the front door and was…

Journalist’s Lockbox Notes

Research for Jacobi Article I started this search for answers at the behest of Lucia Pastor. She came to my office with concerns about the alarming number of…

Justice for Cienfuegos

Defend Merchants! Donate to the Cause! We the undersigned protest the grave injustices wrought by Dolores Michaels & Associates upon reputable establishments…

Kaldwin's Bridge

[Excerpt from a larger work on Dunwall's architecture] Though an earlier, smaller bridge existed on the same spot in Dunwall for generations, it was the renown…

Key Notes

A mysteriously blank audiograph.\n

Lady Boyle Missing

Lord Regent, Our search for the missing Lady Boyle continues with limited results. No one seems to know what happened to her, though there was a rumor…

Last entry in a sailor’s diary

15th Born in Dunwall. Thought I’d die here too. But I got to go find a new home. It ain’t one way or the other to me who runs the Empire. Euhorn from way back,…

Last entry in the matron’s diary

I’ve been “dismissed.” That’s how they put it, like I’d just brought the tea, and I could take my leave. And me, the fool, thinking I’m getting an afternoon…

Last Night

Windham, Last night was wonderful. I am right at this moment imagining your arms around me, and your breath on my neck. I feared for our lives when your fellow…

Last Notes from the Lodger

I heard the noises again last night. But I won’t open that trunk. Not with him in there. I can’t even stand to look at it. And going back to our apartment…

Last Words

To whoever might find this, Are you trapped? I know only too well your situation. You see, these are my last words. I have found a spot away from the clutches…

Leave Karnaca

Rapollo, When you receive my letter, I want you to pack a bag promptly. Leave within the hour of reading this, and save yourself from jail or execution in…

Leaving the Eyeless for Wynnedown

Elinor, I’m shoving off as soon as I get coin enough for a ship to Wynnedown. My heart soured on this place after the Brute killed poor Maudey last month. I’ll…

Letter from a Doctor

Barrister Timsh, I am afraid I cannot in good conscience remain your mother's physician. The way you repeatedly deny her access to practices which could…

Letter from A Journalist

Chief Alchemist Alexandria Hypatia, I am writing because I am not permitted to visit you in person, thanks to one of the Duke’s new decrees, which now fall on…

Letter from Advisor Helmswater

Empress, We face yet another murder, and I cannot remain silent on this matter. Strange, is it not, that all the victims have openly opposed you? If not…

Letter from an Admirer of Daud

Dear Alfred, I received the book, a good find. But I must admit I have my doubts regarding the historical value of the work. The “Knife of Dunwall,” feeling…

Letter from Aunt Lucy

My dearest Caruso, I’m glad you sought my counsel on this delicate matter, as I’m afraid your reputation is in peril if you let rumors spread. Yes, I trust…

Letter from Bethy

Sarah, Things are rotten here in Dunwall. Nothing is the same since the coup. It ain’t safe for no one and there’s no jobs neither. You get yourself back here…

Letter from Boyle Accounting Service

Miss Fenella Reid, I regret to inform you that your special allowance request has been denied by our Financial Director. We are very sorry to hear that your…

Letter from Corvo

Mr. and Mrs. Mayhew, I am deeply sorry to inform you that your daughter, Captain Alexi Mayhew, was killed in action during the recent Coup in Dunwall. Alexi…

Letter from Delilah

Kirin, You ask what the Void looks and feels like, if it can be measured like a real place. Here’s my answer: Don’t concern yourself with such matters. It is…

Letter from Duke Abele

Kirin, my dear Grand Inventor! Who else possesses such a keen mind? Could any other of my inner circle achieve such industrial marvels? I appreciate how…

Letter from Duke Luca Abele

Aramis, Smart of you to agree to host this special little party. It will do much for your social standing, and I knew I could count on you. Be careful not to…

Letter from Duke Theodanis Abele

I hope you’re not spending too many days down under the earth, Stilton my friend, sniffing for noxious fumes, or inspecting creaking supports. You’ve earned a…

Letter from Emily

Wyman, By now you must have heard about the Coup in Dunwall. Don’t worry, I’m safe, hiding far away with friends. I implore you, don’t try anything reckless,…

Letter from Jindosh

Director Michaels, My compliments on the Board’s wisdom in purchasing my exclusive invention, the suspended vault. My servants will assist your workers with…

Letter from Lucia Pastor

Dear Dr. Hypatia, I couldn’t be happier about the news you gave me. The people here in Dust District desperately need someone like you. I understand that you…

Letter from Lucia Pastor

Dear Director Michaels, My name is Lucia Pastor, leader of the Shindaerey Miners Family Committee here in Karnaca. Recently, my charity’s resources have been…

Letter from Michaels Bank

Dear Sir, We are pleased to inform you that the personal box registered with the Yun-Jacobi joint account has been fitted with new locks as part of our routine…

Letter from Mindy

Nice tattoo you have on your back, Amadeo. Where did you find the original drawing? Want to chat about it? Come to the Crone’s Hand in Dust District and ask…

Letter from Mr. Weatherby

Antonio, Don’t come back to the shop. I’ll find a new assistant, one who doesn’t feel the need to discuss the political validity of the taxes with the Grand…

Letter from Muranola Architecture

To Mr. Aramis Stilton, Good sir, We are writing to inquire about the finished work on your new office. Does everything meet with your expectations and…

Letter from Rebecca Fletcher

Dear Alistair, It seems like only yesterday we were watching young Empress Emily launch that magnificent ship in honor of her late mother, gone these fifteen…

Letter from the Overseers

Mister Timsh, We cannot currently spare an Overseer equipped with a musical device to become a member of your house guard. All of our ranks are currently very…

Letter from the Tyvian Trade Commission

Our Most Esteemed Empress, As you know, freight from Serkonos, bound for Tyvia, is now routinely set upon by pirates, or spoiled with bloodflies. In addition…