It’s the 1930s. The great depression is over, the pound is competing with the dollar on the open exchange and there is a rise in business of all shapes and sizes. It is a time of prosperity for the social elite, and tucked away in the leafy depths of the English countryside, the residents of Merkister Hall, Brigadier Balderdash and his wife Lotta, are just two of those who have achieved a very comfortable life.

Keen to share their good fortune with others, the Balderdashes regularly play host for sumptuous dinner parties at their stately home which involve nothing but the best wines, fine cuisine and traditional after dinner entertainment.

This evening was to be no exception. The guests had all arrived as planned and with the food ready to be served in the kitchens the party only lacked one thing, namely the butler Leversham who has been discovered dead, in the Billiard room!

With the butler murdered, the question everyone must answer is: who did it?

The Cast:

Essential Cast

• Detective Inspector Napp – The policeman sent to solve the crime
  Efficient in his own peculiar way, Detective Inspector Napp has an unusual method of solving crimes – he involves everyone!



• Brigadier Balderdash - Lord of the Manor.
  Pompous, with very upright military bearing, Brigadier Balderdash is always seen in a well starched collar and his tweed suit.
  


• Lotta Balderdash - Wife of Brigadier Balderdash.
  Tastefully clothed and very reserved, Lotta Balderdash is refined and elegant.
  


• Bruce Bugatti - Racing car driver Always in a tearing hurry, Bruce Bugatti is very debonair, but also fairly untidy.
  


• Anna Glipta - Local Artist
  Never without her artist’s smock, Anna Glipta often has her sketch pad to hand and paintbrushes in her hair.
  


• Rev. Al Ation - Vicar
  With a stiff white dog collar and wearing traditional black, Rev. Al Ation is always on duty for his flock.
  


• Miss Jane Marbles - Maiden aunt and amateur sleuth.
  In twin set and pearls, with a tweed suit, there is nothing remotely sinister about this spinster (except that dead bodies seem to turn up in her close proximity!)

• Doug Oles - Archaeologist.
  Fresh from his current dig, Doug sports his boots, trowel and being young, huge levels of enthusiasm.
  


• Nicole De’limelite - Film Star
  Sophisticated and elegant, Nicole has all the latest fashions.
  


• Max Outputt - Industrialist.
  Dressed formally for dinner in a dinner suit, Max is never parted from his Financial Times.
  


• Penny Pusher - The Balderdash’s secretary.
  Plain and unimpressive, Penny is a quiet non-entity and easy on the eyes.
  


• Gerry Atrics - Local doctor.
  Never without his doctor’s bag, Gerry Atrics has a calm bedside manner and often wears a suit.
  


• Iona Caine - Schoolteacher.
  Strict and with glasses that are more regularly looked over than through, Iona has a modest dress code but is really quite stunning.
  

Never run a large group mystery before? Then don't panic!

Hosting a Large Group Murder Mystery is time consuming, but with ample preparation and a good cast it is really quite simple and great fun!

In large group games it is impossible to give everyone a part, instead the mystery involves “cast members” who are fully in the know and act out the mystery, and the guests act as detectives trying to solve the murder.

Large group games come in several different formats, clue based, cast based, multi-room, single room, or a mixture of them all.

This particular game requires 7-13 cast, and one large room. It also has an option of a series of paper clues. Guests will also need paper and pens. This game works best as a sit down event with 6-12 tables of guests who work as a team, but the game can be adapted to suit most formats of events.

The game contains two options. Option 1: All clues are provided by cast members. Option 2: Guests receive questions to ask the suspects (cast members) on paper, and have to find out the answers to these questions from the cast.

To find out more information about Character Based single room games click here Character based mystery games for large groups.

• How to use this game.
• Instructions for running this murder mystery.
• Making the most of your theme - ideas for decoration / activities.
• Invitations in 6,8,10 and 12 player format.
• Character Booklets.
• Optional scripted dialogue in 6, 8, 10 and 12 player format.
• Option 1 clues
• Option 2 clues
• Guests Instructions for Option 1 and Option 2
• Answer sheet
• Scripted dialogue for Detective Inspector Napp.
• Money off voucher towards next purchase.

This game contains content that may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older. This game contains:

• Sexual Themes - Mild references to dating / love "affairs" (non-sexual) in the past, and "peeping tom" behaviour.
• A murder - violence suggested.
• Comic Mischief - Depictions or dialogue involving slapstick or suggestive humour

This mystery game is available in three options:

• Downloadable
• Print on demand.
• Deluxe kit.

Further information on the three options can be found in the menu on the right of your screen.

Please select which option you require below and then click “add to cart” to purchase this game.

All guest materials will be printed ONCE ONLY unless otherwise arranged.

Please get in touch if you require more guest materials. If large volumes are required we will discuss further costs with you.

Printed games will be shipped within 2-3 days of the order and a confirmation email will be sent at this time. All printed games will be sent by first class post and will arrive in line with postal service timescales.

If you would like personal details adding to your invitations please indicate this at check out and we will get in touch to confirm your requirements with you.

All downloadable games can be accessed immediately after purchase. Customers who purchase the printed materials will also be able to access the downloadable game on check out to enable advance planning.