These days, a lot of literature found in video games gets ignored in favor of more action-packed gameplay, which is understandable in most titles with fast-paced combat and intense spellcasting. However, reading in video games that have a different tone can allow developers to convey certain things that they cannot through visual or auditory means.

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In Black Book, by Russian indie developer Morteshka, players must use their words to weave spells and fight demons, but also to advise villagers, and other feats that require strong linguistic prowess. Though, such power does not come from thin air, as players must acquire it in-game by reading encyclopedia entries and delving into the deeper lore of the area as well as its creatures of the night.

About Knowledgeability (Hints) & Knowledge (Exp)

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What Knowledgeability Means In Black Book

There will be plenty of times where the game will throw a decision at one that involves many new words, concepts, and legends. In the role of the new witch, Vasilisa, players can use the game's hint mechanic, known as "Knowledgeability", represented by a triangular icon. This feature will help one select the right answer, though, this comes at a cost.

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About Gaining Knowledge In Black Book

Using Knowledgeability cuts the Experience (called Knowledge in-game) that the player can earn in half, drastically reducing how fast one can level up. As such, it is best to avoid using the Knowledgeability hints as much as possible. A much better way to figure out what the best decision is in many situations is to open up the menu and take a look at the encyclopedia entries that one has gathered, as the game lets players do so at any time, even in combat.

Explore Everywhere, Talk To Everyone, & Read Everything

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Where To Find New Encyclopedia Entries

To gather the reference material that will be crucial to solving issues in Black Book, players will need to interact with the world around them to learn new things. Examining subjects in nature or while one is able to roam around is a great way to not only pick up a few facts but also hidden herbs and other items.

Talking to people is also very important in regards to gaining new information about current demonic activity that cannot be found in written form. Encyclopedia entries can also be found in other ways, though, all of these methods involve exploring and investigating as much as possible.

How To Read Encyclopedia Entries

Open up the menu and navigate to the second tab from the right; the one that has an icon displaying a feather and a page. This is the player's Onomasticon, the section where all of the collected encyclopedia entries can be found. There are 2 sub-tabs here that further divide the information gathered so that players can find entries easier. Be sure to reference this menu often, as getting the best results from decisions will lead to leveling up faster and gaining more power to combat the forces of the underworld.

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