Setting: A futuristic medical research facility
Theme: The battle against a new, unknown pathogen
Character Types: Scientists, medical practitioners, and infected patients
Scenario: Players assume the roles of researchers racing against time to understand a newly discovered germ that is causing a mysterious illness. They must collaborate to develop a vaccine while navigating ethical dilemmas and personal conflicts.
Setting: A Victorian-era hospital
Theme: The dawn of germ theory
Character Types: Surgeons, nurses, and patients
Scenario: Players explore the challenges faced by early adopters of germ theory as they attempt to convince their peers of its validity. They must deal with skepticism, societal norms, and the consequences of their discoveries on patient care.
Setting: A small town during a pandemic
Theme: Community response to infectious disease
Character Types: Local health officials, townsfolk, and a traveling doctor
Scenario: Players navigate the complexities of managing a health crisis, balancing public fear with the need for accurate information and medical intervention. They must work together to implement health measures while addressing misinformation and community resistance.
Setting: A high-tech laboratory in a dystopian future
Theme: Ethical implications of medical research
Character Types: Bioethicists, researchers, and corporate executives
Scenario: Players are part of a team developing a groundbreaking treatment based on germ theory but face moral dilemmas regarding human trials and corporate interests. They must decide how far they are willing to go for scientific advancement.
Setting: An ancient civilization
Theme: Early understandings of disease
Character Types: Healers, shamans, and community leaders
Scenario: Players explore the beliefs and practices surrounding health and illness in a society that has yet to discover germ theory. They must navigate cultural traditions while introducing new ideas about hygiene and disease prevention.