Glossary of Fabletown Terms

Learn Fabletown terms with The Wolf Among Us glossary. Understand key concepts and characters Bigby encounters to make informed decisions about the murders.

Navigating the intricate world of Fabletown requires understanding its unique lexicon. This glossary provides detailed explanations of key terms, characters, and locations you'll encounter during your investigation as Bigby Wolf. Mastering these will be crucial for making informed decisions and uncovering the truth behind the murders.

Key Fabletown Concepts & Lore

• Fabletown: The hidden community in New York City where Fables reside, disguised from mundane humans. It's a precarious balance of ancient magic and modern urban life. Understanding its hidden nature is paramount; revealing it to a Mundy is a capital offense.
• Fables: Characters from myths, legends, and fairy tales who have been exiled from their homelands (the Homelands) and now live secretly among Mundies. They retain their original forms or use Glamours to appear human.
• Mundies: The derogatory term Fables use for ordinary human beings who are unaware of the Fables' existence. Interaction with Mundies is strictly regulated to maintain secrecy.
• The Homelands: The magical realms from which Fables originate. They were conquered by an unseen adversary, forcing Fables to flee to the mundane world. The desire to return to the Homelands is a recurring theme and a powerful motivator for many Fables.
• Glamour: A magical enchantment used by Fables to appear human. It's a costly and finite resource, often purchased from Auntie Greenleaf. The cost of Glamour is a significant burden for many Fables, leading to poverty and desperate measures.
• The Farm: A secluded, rural location where Fables who cannot afford or maintain a human appearance (or who are too monstrous to blend in) are sent to live. It's often seen as a place of exile or a last resort, and many Fables resent being sent there.
• The Witching Well: A magical well located within the Business Office. It's used for various magical purposes, including communication with distant Fables or scrying. Its power is not limitless, and its use is typically overseen by Ichabod Crane.

Important Fabletown Locations

• The Woodlands Apartments: Bigby Wolf's residence and the primary setting for much of the game's action. It houses various Fables, including Snow White, Beauty, and Beast.
  • Bigby's Apartment (Room 207): Your starting point and a place to gather your thoughts. Keep an eye out for clues left behind by others, such as the note from Toad in Episode 1.
  • Snow White's Apartment (Room 206): Often a hub for discussions and planning. You'll frequently find Snow here, especially after significant events.
  • The Lobby: The main entrance to the apartments. You'll encounter Toad here frequently, often complaining about his Glamour.
• The Business Office: The administrative hub of Fabletown, located in the Trip Trap Bar building. It's where the Crooked Man's operations are based.
  • Ichabod Crane's Office: The Deputy Mayor's office, filled with various artifacts and documents. You'll spend a significant amount of time here, especially during investigations. Look for the ledger on his desk in Episode 2 for crucial financial information.
  • The Main Office Area: Where Snow White and other staff work. Pay attention to the bulletin board for notices and recent events.
• The Trip Trap Bar: A seedy Fabletown establishment run by Holly and her brother, Grendel. It's a common meeting place for less reputable Fables and a source of information (and trouble).
  • The Bar Area: Where you'll interrogate various Fables, including Grendel and Holly. The jukebox can be interacted with, though it rarely offers direct clues.
  • The Back Room: Often used for private conversations or confrontations. Be prepared for a fight if you enter without caution.
• The Pudding & Pie: A strip club owned by Georgie Porgie. It's a front for the Crooked Man's illicit activities and a dangerous place for Bigby to investigate.
  • The Main Stage: Where Faith and Nerissa perform. Observing the performances can sometimes reveal subtle clues about their lives.
  • Georgie's Office: A heavily guarded area where Georgie conducts his business. Accessing this office requires careful planning or brute force. Look for the safe behind his desk for vital documents in Episode 4.
• The Cutty Sark: A dilapidated apartment building where Lily lived. It's a key crime scene in Episode 2.
  • Lily's Apartment: The scene of a brutal murder. Thoroughly examine every detail – the bloodstains, the broken mirror, and the items on the dresser – for crucial forensic evidence. The perfume bottle on the bedside table is a key piece of evidence.
• The Crooked Man's Lair: The hidden headquarters of the Crooked Man, located beneath the Business Office. This is the final confrontation zone.
  • The Main Chamber: Where the Crooked Man holds court. Observe the various Fables present and their reactions to your accusations.
  • The Side Rooms: Contain evidence of the Crooked Man's operations, including the forge where the enchanted ribbons are made.

Key Fabletown Characters & Roles

• Bigby Wolf: The Sheriff of Fabletown. Your playable character. He's the Big Bad Wolf of legend, now trying to maintain order. Your choices as Bigby will shape Fabletown's future.
• Snow White: Deputy Mayor of Fabletown and Bigby's primary partner. She's intelligent, resourceful, and often the voice of reason. Her trust is vital for your investigation.
• Ichabod Crane: The Deputy Mayor, a pompous and often ineffective bureaucrat. He oversees the Business Office and the Fabletown budget. His secrets are deeply intertwined with the Crooked Man's operations.
• Toad (Mr. Toad): A perpetually complaining Fable who lives in the Woodlands Apartments. He struggles to afford Glamour for himself and his son, TJ. His desperation often leads him into trouble.
• Beauty & Beast: A married couple living in the Woodlands. Their relationship is strained by financial difficulties and Beast's gambling habits.
• Faith: A prostitute working at the Pudding & Pie, and the first victim in the game. Her death sets off the entire investigation.
• Nerissa: Another prostitute at the Pudding & Pie, and a key witness to the events surrounding Faith's death. She often speaks in riddles and requires careful questioning.
• Georgie Porgie: The owner of the Pudding & Pie and a prominent figure in Fabletown's criminal underworld. He's a dangerous individual with strong ties to the Crooked Man.
• The Crooked Man: The mysterious antagonist and crime lord of Fabletown. He controls much of the illegal activity and exploits vulnerable Fables. Unmasking him is your ultimate goal.
• Bloody Mary: The Crooked Man's enforcer. She is incredibly powerful and ruthless, often appearing as a reflection in mirrors. Confronting her is one of the most challenging encounters in the game.
• Auntie Greenleaf: A witch who sells Glamours. Her shop is a place of both necessity and despair for many Fables. She holds valuable information about the Glamour trade.