"Les Lames du Cardinal" is a tabletop role-playing game set in a fantastical version of 17th-century France. Players take on the roles of skilled swordsmen and women, known as the Lames, who serve the Cardinal Richelieu. The game combines elements of swashbuckling adventure, intrigue, and supernatural themes. The gameplay emphasizes storytelling and character development, allowing players to navigate a world filled with political machinations and hidden dangers. Players can create unique characters with distinct abilities, engaging in combat and diplomacy while uncovering secrets that could change the fate of the realm.