The fantastically fun social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower is still in prototype, expected to release in early to mid 2022. But some of us can't wait!
Fortunately for eager fans, the Pandemonium Institute has announced they are happy for anyone to use do-it-yourself resources to make the physical game (called a “Grimoire”, the box loaded up with all components) provided we don't sell anything and don't use it for automated games.
Here is my current set of documents for printing DIY Blood on the Clocktower components. All this work is my adaptation of art and text © 2014–2021 Steven Medway and Pandemonium Institute.
This is intended to supplement official resources found via the Blood on the Clocktower site. I don't consider this to be a print-and-play suitable game; these are for only some of the game components.
You'll need a large, sturdy box for the Grimoire. I've up-cycled an unwanted game that has a good deep rectangular box; this document is custom shaped to that. Print on single-sided A3 paper, and apply these panels to all exterior surfaces of the lid and tray. I then cover all that with protective adhesive-backed transparent film.
There are so many components in this game it is wise to keep them organised into smaller containers, both for storage and during play.
Each edition gets a long box for its tokens (character, marker). There is an extra “Storyteller box” for the general components for Town Square (life token, vote token, name label), Grimoire (death shroud, information card, reminder token) and Fabled tokens (character, marker).
Print single-sided onto A3 paper, glue panels to each side of sturdy card (make sure to line up each side exactly), then cut, fold, and glue to form the boxes. These are sized to fit inside my custom Grimoire box.
A set of modular separators divide each long box into sections. Print the dividers onto thick card, cut and fold, and glue at the marked positions in the base of each box.
The web images are a good start, but are optimised for display on a pixel device, not printing to paper. The resolution is low, there's a useless shadow, the text is blurry, etc.
I've made these high-resolution tokens, rendered the icons, no shadow, and a more readable font. 47mm diameter tokens. Pages are A4 size.
All the tokens for the Grimoire (except characters): ability markers, alignment markers, info cards, death shrouds, night reminders.
A track to show the current day or night phase, by number.
Two large cards (or one card double-sided) to declare, and pose for photos, which team won the game.
The 12 information card faces can be made single-sided (12 cards) or glued back to back double-sided (6 cards).
A brochure-like promotional card with a little detail about the game, to show to curious onlookers while a game is in progress.
I use a Town Square sized for the specific game board that I cannibalised; you may find it useful, but you also might want to re-size it.
The document is designed for a folding two-panel board. The front panels show the Town Square and a table of Character Counts for reference during the game. The rear panels show an overview of the game.
One-page rules explanation, in two variants.
A4, print two double-sided sheets for laminating.
When teaching the game these days, I use a rules explanation that differs in some places. See a detailed discussion of my custom rules explanation for the game.
Character reference and night sheet, double-sided in a single document.
One document per edition:
Reference sheet for all Travellers and Fabled. Two pages, or print double-sided for a single sheet to laminate for everyone's use.
As the game approaches release, Pandemonium Institute have occasionally revealed some characters and other material that is still in development and will not be part of the initial release.
With the blessing of Pandemonium Institute to enjoy these unreleased characters, here are the tokens needed.
Some unreleased characters are revealed. The abilities, names, assigned editions, etc. are not final.
The assignment of each character to its home edition is not yet known; the “Total Chaos” placeholder is used for these.
The rules for these revealed, unreleased characters are not published officially. Unofficially, you can learn how the Storyteller should run a script containing these characters in the Cobbler's Almanac.
Understanding LG G8 IMEI Repair: Methods, Legality, and Risks
IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) repair for the LG G8 ThinQ is a technical process often sought when a device's unique identifier becomes corrupted, "null," or "0" due to software glitches, failed rooting attempts, or custom ROM installations. While it is technically possible to restore a lost IMEI, it is a complex procedure that carries significant legal and functional risks. What is an IMEI and Why Does it Need "Repair"?
Every LG G8 has a unique 15-digit IMEI number used by cellular networks to identify the device. Without a valid IMEI, your phone cannot connect to mobile networks for calls, texts, or data. You might need a repair if:
Software Corruption: A botched firmware update or factory reset leaves the IMEI field empty.
EFS Partition Damage: The encrypted file system (EFS) that stores network data is wiped or corrupted.
Hardware Issues: Rare motherboard failures can sometimes affect the modem's ability to read the identifier. Methods for LG G8 IMEI Repair lg g8 imei repair
Repairing an IMEI usually involves specialized service tools that can communicate with the phone’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset at a low level.
Service Tools (Octoplus/Z3X Box): Professional technicians use hardware "boxes" or specialized software like Octoplus LG or Z3X-LG Tool. These tools can rewrite the original IMEI back to the device's EFS partition if it has been wiped.
QFIL and QPST: These are Qualcomm Flash Image Loader tools used to restore "QCN" files (Qualcomm Calibration Network). By flashing a healthy QCN file, you can sometimes restore the network configuration, though this is highly technical and can permanently "brick" the device if done incorrectly.
Restoring EFS Backups: If you rooted your LG G8 and made a backup of the EFS/Modem partitions using TWRP or a similar tool, you can simply restore that backup to fix the issue. Critical Legal and Safety Warnings
Before attempting or paying for an IMEI repair, you must understand the following: Understanding LG G8 IMEI Repair: Methods, Legality, and
Legality: In many jurisdictions (including the US, UK, and EU), changing an IMEI to a different number—especially to bypass a blacklist (for lost/stolen phones)—is illegal. Repairing the original IMEI that matches the sticker on the back of your phone is generally legal but may still void your warranty.
Risk of "Bricking": The LG G8 has robust security. Using the wrong software version or an incorrect QCN file can lead to a "Hard Brick," where the phone will no longer turn on.
Security Features: LG devices often use "Anti-Rollback" and encrypted partitions. Attempting to bypass these without professional knowledge often results in a permanent loss of cellular functionality. How to Check Your IMEI Status
If you are experiencing network issues, first verify if the IMEI is actually the problem: Open the Dialer and type *#06#. Go to Settings > System > About Phone > Status.
If the number is missing or shows all zeros, the IMEI is corrupted. Conclusion Step 4: Enable Diag Port On PC, run:
IMEI repair on the LG G8 is not a DIY task for the average user. It requires deep knowledge of Qualcomm partitions and specialized service software. If your IMEI is corrupted, the safest route is to visit a certified repair center or use the original EFS backups if you are a developer.
Do you have the original IMEI number from your device’s box or back panel to verify against the software?
On PC, run:
adb shell
su
setprop sys.usb.config diag,adb
Now Device Manager shows Qualcomm HS-USB Diagnostics 9091 (COM port).
| File | Purpose | Source |
|------|---------|--------|
| G820_ENG_ABL.bin | Engineering bootloader (enables diag port) | Custom LG dev forums |
| LGUP_Common.dll | Required for LGUP to flash BIN files | LG Firmware extract |
| Stock modem & fsg for your exact model | To restore baseband after write | LG Firmware (KDZ) |