The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln
Ford's Theatre, April 14, 1865—laughter fills the air, but beneath it, a dark omen festers.
About this story
Ford's Theatre, April 14, 1865—laughter fills the air, but beneath it, a dark omen festers. The rich scent of lingering roses clashes violently with the acrid tang of gunpowder, as a hush descends just before the fateful shot. The world stands on the precipice—one moment’s choice could shatter a nation or rewrite destiny itself. Amidst the flickering gaslight, the tension pulses, drawing you into a web of conspiracy and devotion, where lives hang in the balance. Will you allow history to unfold as written, or will you seize this fleeting chance to alter the grim course of fate?
Story facts
- Genre
- Drama, Thriller
- Audience
- Adults
- Length
- About 12 decisions
- Language
- English
How it begins
The heavy curtains of Ford's Theatre hang still, sweat glistening on the foreheads of the audience, their laughter reverberating off the walls. It's April 14, 1865, and the air is thick with anticipation as President Abraham Lincoln sits in the box seat, unaware of the storm brewing just beyond. You, a trusted ally of John Wilkes Booth, crouch in the shadows, a heart pounding in your chest as the unfathomable lays before you. You are bound by loyalty, but the weight of history rests on your shoulders. As Booth approaches the box, you must choose—will you turn a blind eye or intervene, altering the fate of a nation forever?
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What is "The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln"?
"The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln" is an interactive Drama, Thriller story on StoryAnts set at a pivotal moment in history. You become the main character and make decisions that shape the plot — every choice leads to a different path and ending.
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How many endings does "The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln" have?
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Last updated October 2, 2026 · Plain-text version (Markdown)
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