Items

 A data file containing a list of items has been created. The item types include:

• Clothing
• Accessories
• Weapons
• Tools
• Books
• Money
• Art
• Jewellry
• Food
• Drink
• Will

Each item has the following attributes:

• Size
• Value
• Condition
• Quality
• Effect when used
• Clues left when used
• Written text associated with item

Items are initially generated for each character and business. Items can be carried by a character or left at their residence. Items can also be bought and sold at the relevant business.

Items play a key role in establishing a method for a murder. They also serve as clues. For example, a diary will contain text relevant to the owning character's actual experiences in the simulation.