The includes story expansions that follow Daud , the assassin who actually killed the Empress:

The story's conclusion is heavily influenced by the player’s "Chaos" level:

The narrative begins as , the Royal Protector, returns from a voyage seeking aid for the rat plague devouring the city. Moments after his arrival, the Empress Jessamine Kaldwin is assassinated by mystical killers, and her daughter, Emily, is kidnapped. Corvo is framed for the murder by the Royal Spymaster, Hiram Burrows, and the High Overseer, Thaddeus Campbell. The Shadowy Path to Revenge

Six months later, on the eve of his execution, Corvo escapes Coldridge Prison with the help of the , a group of rebels led by Admiral Havelock.

: During his escape, Corvo is visited by the Outsider , an enigmatic god who marks him with supernatural powers such as Blink (short-range teleportation) and Possession .

: A path of violence increases the rat plague and darkness in the city, resulting in a bleaker ending for both the throne and Corvo. Expanded Storylines (DLC Content)

: Operating from the Hound Pits Pub, Corvo becomes a masked assassin, systematically dismantling the new regime by eliminating key conspirators to rescue Emily and clear his name. Consequences and Choice

: By choosing non-lethal methods and stealth, Corvo preserves Dunwall's stability, leading to a more hopeful future for Empress Emily.