Starting today, brief tales that will let you immerse yourself in the world of Risen will appear under the heading "Short Stories" at regular intervals. You will get to know characters with whom you will be able to have interesting conversations later in the gamShoe. This is where you find the stories...

The world of Risen is full of dangers. Disaster looms around every corner. Even the boldest warrior can be doomed by a single incautious step. Fortunate is the hero who knows what lurks in the shadows and how to defend against it!

Are you looking for background information on Risen? You will find all the subjects relevant to the content of the game. From monsters, characters, and the storyline to the myths told in the Laughing Gyrger tavern.