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==Mafia==
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''In the peaceful Sicilian village of Salem, a dark presence is about to make itself known. For years, the family based crime organization known as the Mafia has been establishing itself in the foundation of the community. Until now, the naive citizens have been unaware of the evil among them. Tonight, however, the Mafia makes its move. Tonight, someone will die, and until the Mafia has eliminated all opposition, the innocent will continue to die. Unless, of course, the Mafia is destroyed first...''
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The above is a typical opening for the game called ''[[Game of Mafia|Mafia]]'' (Also known as "Werewolves of Miller's Hollow" or "Town of Salem"). The game can be played by an indeterminate group of people, each playing the role of either a murdering [[Mafia]] member or an innocent [[townie|townsperson]], along with a [[game moderator]]. At the beginning of the game, [[Night]] falls, and the Mafia family members become aware of each other (by communication from the moderator). They then choose a victim, and the moderator announces the [[death scene]]. When [[Day]] breaks, the town must try to weed out the evil by [[lynch]]ing someone they suspect to be mafia.  
==About Mafia==
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The above is a typical opening for the game called ''[[Game of Mafia|Mafia]]''. The game can be played by an indeterminate group of people, each playing the role of either a murdering [[Mafia]] member or an innocent [[townie|townsperson]], along with a [[game moderator]]. At the beginning of the game, [[Night]] falls, and the Mafia family members become aware of each other (by communication from the moderator). They then choose a victim, and the moderator announces the [[death scene]]. When [[Day]] breaks, the town must try to weed out the evil by [[lynch]]ing someone they suspect to be mafia.  


The game of Mafia (in [[Meat World]]) is usually run with playing cards representing the possible [[roles]] in the game. The moderator secretly distributes the cards to the players, then has everyone put their head down/close their eyes. During the Night, the moderator "wakes up" the mafia, and they silently choose a victim. During the Day, everyone discusses, argues, swears, and eventually [[vote]]s for someone to lynch. The cycle repeats until the [[endgame]].
The game of Mafia (in [[Meat World]]) is usually run with playing cards representing the possible [[roles]] in the game. The moderator secretly distributes the cards to the players, then has everyone put their head down/close their eyes. During the Night, the moderator "wakes up" the mafia, and they silently choose a victim. During the Day, everyone discusses, argues, swears, and eventually [[vote]]s for someone to lynch. The cycle repeats until the [[endgame]].


'''MafiaScum''', however, is devoted to the online version of the game. As far as anyone knows, this version was first attempted in August 2000 on the [[Grey Labyrinth]] website.  It was so successful that [[mith]] (a regular GL-er) felt it warranted its own site. [[Online Mafia]] has the potential for more strategy and subtlety because it removes most of the possibility for cheating and provides players with a chance to form suspicion based on logic and [[voting patterns]] instead of facial expression. It also has the potential for just as many (if not more) laughs, because the players can act however they like, no matter how shy they might be in real life.
'''MafiaScum''', however, is devoted to the online version of the game. As far as anyone knows, this version was first attempted in August 2000 on the [[Grey Labyrinth]] website.  It was so successful that [[mith]] (a regular GL-er) felt it warranted its own site. [[Online Mafia]] has the potential for more strategy and subtlety because it removes most of the possibility for cheating and provides players with a chance to form suspicion based on logic and [[voting patterns]] instead of facial expression. It also has the potential for just as many (if not more) laughs, because the players can act however they like, no matter how shy they might be in real life.  


For more information on the game check out this article: [[Game of Mafia]]</div>
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This setup is Mafia in its purest form; no [[Power Roles]], wacky mechanics or contaminations. Just pure [[Town]] versus [[Mafia]] duking it out through the use of [[Lynch|Lynches]]. The only way either faction can win in this setup is by using their skill: the Town can only catch their adversaries with their intellect and the Mafia are unable to polish off threats and are thus forced to rely purely on deception. It is said that Nightless games are Town-sided. This is due to the fact that for every member of the Mafia that gets lynched the Town can afford an extra [[Mislynch]]. Either way, it is a magnet for more experienced players who would love nothing more than a chance to shine.
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== Other areas of MafiaWiki ==
* [[Quick Guide to Mafia]] - A rundown of how the [[game of Mafia]] works.
* [[FAQ]] - Some questions and issues that pop up with first-time players.
* [[FAQ]] - Some questions and issues that pop up with first-time players.
* [[Rules]] - Important rules for Mafia games that are standard on mafiascum and most other sites.
* [[Rules]] - Important rules for Mafia games that are standard on mafiascum and most other sites.
* [[Theory]] - Pages on ideas and numbers behind Mafia.
* [[:Category:Articles|Articles]] - Pages written by [[Scummers]] giving their views on Mafia.
* [[Roles]] - Commonly-used roles in Mafia games.
* [[Commonly Used Abbreviations]]
* [[Commonly Used Abbreviations]]
* [[Glossary]] - A compilation of Mafia terminology.
* [[Glossary]] - A compilation of Mafia terminology.
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* [[Modding Requirements]] - The site's standards for prospective moderators.
* [[Modding Requirements]] - The site's standards for prospective moderators.
* [[Don't Panic]] - Wiki-based thread for posting problems when the forum is down.
* [[Don't Panic]] - Wiki-based thread for posting problems when the forum is down.
* [[Downloads]] - Programs and files that may help with the game.
* [[Downloads]] - Programs and files that may help with the game.
* [[:Category:Mish Mash|Mish Mash]] - Information on non-Mafia games played on mafiascum.net.
* [[Scummer]]s - Information about our users, and their wiki pages.
* [[Scummies]] - Annual awards for Mafiascum players.
* [[:Category:Meetups|Meetups]] - Information on [[MeatWorld]] meet-ups.
* [[:Category:Meetups|Meetups]] - Information on [[MeatWorld]] meet-ups.
* [[QuoteBook]] - Amusing quotes from various places around [[MafiaScum]].
* [[QuoteBook]] - Amusing quotes from various places around [[MafiaScum]].
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Mafia

In the peaceful Sicilian village of Salem, a dark presence is about to make itself known. For years, the family based crime organization known as the Mafia has been establishing itself in the foundation of the community. Until now, the naive citizens have been unaware of the evil among them. Tonight, however, the Mafia makes its move. Tonight, someone will die, and until the Mafia has eliminated all opposition, the innocent will continue to die. Unless, of course, the Mafia is destroyed first...

About Mafia

The above is a typical opening for the game called Mafia. The game can be played by an indeterminate group of people, each playing the role of either a murdering Mafia member or an innocent townsperson, along with a game moderator. At the beginning of the game, Night falls, and the Mafia family members become aware of each other (by communication from the moderator). They then choose a victim, and the moderator announces the death scene. When Day breaks, the town must try to weed out the evil by lynching someone they suspect to be mafia.

The game of Mafia (in Meat World) is usually run with playing cards representing the possible roles in the game. The moderator secretly distributes the cards to the players, then has everyone put their head down/close their eyes. During the Night, the moderator "wakes up" the mafia, and they silently choose a victim. During the Day, everyone discusses, argues, swears, and eventually votes for someone to lynch. The cycle repeats until the endgame.

MafiaScum, however, is devoted to the online version of the game. As far as anyone knows, this version was first attempted in August 2000 on the Grey Labyrinth website. It was so successful that mith (a regular GL-er) felt it warranted its own site. Online Mafia has the potential for more strategy and subtlety because it removes most of the possibility for cheating and provides players with a chance to form suspicion based on logic and voting patterns instead of facial expression. It also has the potential for just as many (if not more) laughs, because the players can act however they like, no matter how shy they might be in real life.

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