SCANDAL: A Political Roleplay Simulator

The Palace of Westminster, a monument to democracy and dysfunction, looms over the Thames. Within its gothic halls, history is written in hushed conversations, explosive debates, and quiet betrayals. The United Kingdom is at a breaking point—rising inflation, deepening social divisions, an exhausted public, and a government teetering on the edge of collapse.

Trust in politicians is at an all-time low. Scandals break at an alarming pace, fueled by social media and investigative journalists with sources inside Westminster’s bars and corridors. Every MP is a potential headline. The House of Commons roars with passionate speeches and backbench revolts, while the House of Lords plots in whispers, wielding influence without public scrutiny.

The ruling party is split between loyalists, reformers, and careerists who sense blood in the water. The opposition, though emboldened, is fractured—hungry for power but unsure of their own leadership. Special advisers manipulate the press, civil servants navigate the whims of elected officials, and journalists circle like vultures, looking for the next big scandal.

This is modern British politics: a game of power, influence, and survival.

Roles Available

Elected Officials & Political Figures

• Prime Minister – Under constant attack from the opposition and their own party, the PM must balance governance with damage control. Every decision can spark rebellion or rally support.

• Leader of the Opposition – With the PM weakened, can you exploit the chaos? Or will internal divisions and media scrutiny sabotage your path to Number 10?

• Backbench MP – You’re not bound by ministerial responsibility. Will you be a loyal foot soldier, a rebel, or a scandal waiting to happen?

• Cabinet Minister – You oversee key policies, but a ministerial scandal or a reshuffle could see you gone by morning.

• Party Whip – Your job is to enforce party discipline—bribe, persuade, or threaten MPs into voting the right way.

Parliamentary Figures

• Speaker of the House – The referee in Parliament, responsible for keeping debates in order, but far from neutral behind the scenes.

• House of Lords Member – An unelected powerbroker. Are you a traditionalist, a quiet manipulator, or a disruptive force in the upper chamber?

Advisers & Bureaucrats

• Special Adviser (SPAD) – The political mastermind behind the scenes. You shape policy, spin media narratives, and control the flow of information.

• Civil Servant – While politicians grandstand, you keep the country running. Do you play along or expose government failures?

Media & Watchdogs

• Political Journalist – Whether for the , The Guardian, or a sensationalist tabloid, you can make or break careers.

• Investigative Reporter – You hunt down the truth. Corruption, backroom deals, personal scandals—nothing is off-limits.

• Lobbyist – You represent corporations, unions, or activist groups. Will you be an influencer or a kingmaker?

PARLIAMENT IS YOUR OYSTER SHELL.

Scandals & Cover-Ups – Affairs, bribery, tax evasion, financial corruption, Sexual deviancy, leaked documents—anything can bring a career crashing down.

Policy Battles – Push through controversial laws, oppose government decisions, or create a crisis that forces change.

Media Manipulation – Press leaks, spin doctors, and viral soundbites can shift public perception overnight.

Factional Infighting – Parties are rarely united. Leadership challenges and ideological conflicts create constant tension.

Public Perception – The electorate is watching. Polls, protests, and opinion shifts determine the fate of politicians.