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Due to our current workload and expansion, we are unable to accept custom orders. We do have over 40 different variations, however, and we hope that you can find the party that is perfect for you and your group!

What type of Murder Mystery Party is this / What sets your Parties apart?

All of my stories are completely original to our company, guaranteeing a unique experience! We also generally have one murderer and three murder victims (depending on the size of the party) to keep as many players involved as possible. We do also utilize a more flexible party style. Most of our parties are not scripted (unless they are over Zoom). We find that giving your guests enough information about their character really allows them to play their role however they'd like to without being limited to what a script says. While it's easy to incorporate these parties into a sit-down dinner, it's best to make sure that there is plenty of room for mixing, mingling, and laughter.

Does the Host need to know who The Murderer is?

No! Each party is organized in a way where you only find out who the murderer is at the very end, in the "Conclusion/Reveal" Section of the Instructions. If the host wishes, they can simply choose not to read ahead and be surprised like everyone else! The Host will also get their own character, truly allowing them to enjoy the evening.

How do I know which package to choose for my amount of guests?

Our stories utilize Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Characters. Primary Characters are essential to the story line, they may be the Murderer, one of the Victims, or included in crucial pieces of evidence. Secondary Characters still have fun individual roles to play but they are non essential to the story, so if they can't make it, the show will still go on! Tertiary Characters are the same as Secondary with the exception that they may mention a Secondary Character so will need to assigned last. Depending on the character count, each story will have a mix of Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Characters and this will create the Player Count for that particular story. For example, parties marked as 10-20 players will have 10 Primary and 10 Se

How long do the parties run?

Included in each party, you'll find a "Suggested Timeline". Generally, parties will take between 1.5-2 hours to run depending on your guest count as well as how talkative your group is, but it can be flexible. You can feel free to space out the murders/prop reveals or compress them into a shorter time frame if that works better for you. The flexibility in the timeline also allows for you to add in some things of your own if you'd like to, like a dinner or a dance!

What's the difference between the PDF and the Box Kit?

The PDFs are downloads that you will receive immediately upon purchase. Once you have the files, you can then choose to print it at home or at a local print shop. Full Box Kits will be printed, organized, and shipped directly to you, removing all the prep work needed.

We're constantly trying to improve our shop and value feedback of all types! Murders Inc. is operated primarily by the Owner Chelsea. She is the main Writer, Designer, Editor, Marketer, and Creator. This means that (while she constantly strives to make everything perfect) if something slips through the cracks, we definitely want to know so that it can fixed immediately. Reviews are extremely important to us and if there are any issues whatsoever, please feel free to contact us prior to leaving a review! We're always more than willing to make things right by the customer and our top priority is making your party to die for!

What's the difference between your Zoom Parties an the Regular Parties?

Zoom parties are specifically designed to be playable across any video platform. They differ from the standard parties in a few ways: 1. Each Character will have their own Character Folder (digital), that you can email to your guests directly. 2. Each guest will get a Flip-Through Packet that they can easily follow along with as the host guides the evening. 3. Each round has scripted questions for your guests. This way, it is less hectic to control things via a video platform

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10-20 Characters - An Invitation to Midnight Manor - Murder Mystery Party - PDF Version

Name: 10-20 Characters - An Invitation to Midnight Manor - Murder Mystery Party - PDF Version
Brand: MurdersIncorporated
SKU: 861146101
Price: 40.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (228 reviews)

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Designed by MurdersIncorporated
Party decor for gatherings and celebrations
Digital download
Digital file type(s): 5 PDF

When a mysterious stranger moves into a manor with a horrible past, what could possibly go wrong?

One Killer. Three Victims. Can you and your guests piece together this interactive Midnight Manor Murder Mystery Party and win it all?

Venture into this spooky Midnight Manor atmosphere with a highly interactive, at-home Murder Mystery Party where even the host gets to play and not know who the murderer is!

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Details–
Format: Immediate PDF Download
Theme: Midnight Manor
Players: 10-20
Genders: Mixed (8 Male, 8 Female, 4 Gender Neutral – Master Character List available below)
Zoom Edition: No
Party Length: Between 1.5-2 Hours but can be flexible
Rating: PG-13 **Please note that this story contains some adult themes including references to partying, drinking, weed, religion, and rituals** This story also mentions Witches, Werewolves, and Vampires

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Each purchase will include:

1. Instruction Packet:
– Tips & Tricks for Party Hosts
– Thorough Instructions
– Example Timeline
– Introduction & Conclusion / Reveal
– Master Character List

2. Character Cards:
– Personality Bio
– Things to Share
– Secrets to Hide
– Important Relationships
– Prop Suggestions
– “Make a Scene”

3. Printable Evidence

4. Invitations:
– 5″x7″ Blank Invitations
– Newspaper Article to send to guests before the party to build excitement
– Instructions on how to either print or email Invitations & Newspaper Article

5. Extras Package:
– Award Certificates for Most in Character, Best Acted out Death, and Closest Guess
– Wine Labels
– Party Posters
– Voting Cards
– Action Cards

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A Sampling from the Introduction:

“Welcome to Midnight Manor, and thank you all for accepting your invitations, despite the terrible history that this place holds. Midnight Springs is a quaint town, located off the beaten path. It is filled with tradition and proud locals who have been residing here for longer than anyone cares to remember.

On the outskirts of town sits a manor that had been long forgotten. Its windows had been broken. Its wood rotted long ago. It’s rested as a spot for troublesome teenagers to drag their friends and recount the terrible tragedies that happened here 20 years ago, the tragedies of the Midnight Springs Massacre.

Legend has it that this land, and all who step foot on it, are cursed. It sat desolate and uninhabited for years before our mysterious stranger, Viktor Gastin, decided to relocate to this small town and repair the house to its former glory. Viktor hopes that he can prove the legends wrong, he hopes that he can put a rest to all of the ghost stories. But that, of course, is not how this evening will end.

With that being said… at the end of the night, three of you will be dead.”

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Master Character List

Primary:

Viktor Gastin: The Mysterious Stranger• Male
Mable Cortez: The Estate Keeper • Female
Marguerite Kelley: The Maid • Female
Rupert Green: The Butler • Male
Odell Varney: The Farmer • Male
Charmaine Chandler: The Heiress • Female
Thurman Guenther: The Graveyard Keeper • Male
Sunni Sargent: The Sheriff • Female
Avery Grisby: The Author • Gender Neutral
Kennedy Moss: The Journalist • Gender Neutral

Secondary:

Rod Rigsby: The General • Male
Cheyenne Reynoso: The Psychiatrist • Female
Lola Mae: The Influencer • Female
Chauncey Salter: The Judge • Male
Paris Houle: The Ghost Hunter • Female
Zacharia Truitt: The Priest • Male
Noah Estrada: The Entrepreneur • Male
Kami Kane: The Enigma • Female
Blake Noble: The Mayor • Gender Neutral
Logan Davies: The Chef • Gender Neutral

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Other Variations of An Invitation to Midnight Manor, listed in our shop:

- Full Box Kit (where everything is printed, assembled, and shipped right to you)
- 21-30 Expansion Kit

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More questions? Feel free to check out our FAQs or this YouTube Video explaining a party in detail:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oz_kuJhSefE

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CUSTOMIZATION REQUESTS

Please note that we are unable to accept any custom orders or edits due to our workload. Please be sure to read through the item details in their entirety to make sure this is a good match for you and your party

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Copyright Notice:

Please note this story is available for personal use only and cannot be profited from (selling tickets to events, etc). We do offer commercial licenses if you would like to run a for-profit event. Please contact Murders Inc directly to inquire about a commercial license and to avoid copyright infringement.

All designs and story elements are also protected by copyright law and Murders Inc does not grant permission to anyone to resell their parties or use these items as their own for profit.

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Bought this for my daughter's 18th party. It was great, everyone joined in getting dressed up and involved and had a great night! We looked at lots of these before deciding on this particular one and have no regrets :)

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