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Murder on the Boardwalk: a 1920’s Murder Mystery Party (8-12 Guests Electronic Version, Ages 16+.)
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BOARDWALK TABLE OF CONTENTS List of Characters for the Host 2 Name Tags 4 Host Instructions 6 Example Time Line 12 How to Play a Murder Mystery – Guests Instructions 13 Invited Guest List (i.e. suspect list) 14 Optional Pre-game Round 15 Round One 18 Round Two (do not view the clue cards unless you want to know the victim.) 21 Fingerprint report (forensic analysis) 24 Victim Sign 25 Murder Mystery Investigation Sheets 26 Round Three Cards (do not view unless you want to know the murderer) 38 Menu Suggestions 41 Bonus Games 46 Answer Key – do not view if you want a surprise 50 Additional information – this page doesn’t need to be printed 51
MYSTERY SYNOPSIS It is 1927, and the mob scene is prospering in major cities across the United States with rum running, loan
sharking, protection rackets, speakeasies, and gaming halls. In order for the underground to reach supremacy as a unified crime faction, crime bosses from Atlantic City, New York City and Chicago have agreed to establish The Commission during a gathering known as the Atlantic City Conference. The Commission is set to be a governing body that will oversee all mob organizations in the country. Various opinions have been made known on how The Commission should be run, and who will be the boss of all bosses. Some high ranking officials are adamantly against the idea, which has led to preemptive hostility. Nonetheless, the crime bosses have agreed to conduct themselves with integrity at the conference. An unbreakable truce has been put into effect.
Nuggy Jones from Atlantic City has agreed to host the conference at his residence and place of business, the Karlton Ritz Hotel on the Boardwalk. Mobsters from the biggest families will be arriving in Atlantic City very soon. This is where your story begins…
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LIST OF CHARACTERS FOR THE HOST (6 female, 6 male in the main game file)
INVITED GUEST BRIEF BIO SUGGESTED
ATTIRE
Margie Gorman Miss America
REQUIRED
Female
Margie Gorman is a tenacious beauty queen. She’s Nuggy Jones’ dame and best gal pal of Isabella Gorge. Margie uses her sweet personality to get whatever she
desires. On the surface, she appears to be a loyal friend, but nobody honestly knows her true intentions.
Flapper dress, long strand of pearls, long dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s
style shoes. A feather boa as optional accessories. It is
optional to wear a Miss America pageant sash.
Nuggy Jones Crime Boss, Atlantic City Mob
REQUIRED
Male
Nuggy Jones is the ruthless leader of the Atlantic City Mob. A former sheriff, this criminal mastermind is quickly rising to be a formidable enemy of Johnny Torrion from
Chicago. Rumor has it the feds are currently investigating Nuggy for tax evasion.
A fedora, zoot suit, and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Mickey The Fish Gangster, Atlantic City Mob
REQUIRED
Male
Mickey the Fish is the mysterious right hand man to Nuggy Jones. This quirky gangster makes up poems about his victims seconds before he bumps them off. If you hear
Mickey rhyming about you, start running! Mickey is fiercely loyal to Nuggy, and will keep a watchful eye on
anyone who opposes him.
An outrageous fedora, a zoot suit, and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket watch on a chain
and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Isabella Gorge Owner, Izzy’s Couture
REQUIRED
Female
Isabella Gorge is the melodramatic owner of a boutique called Izzy’s Couture. Her shop is the Boardwalk’s hot
spot to buy glad rags in Atlantic City. This fanatical diva is the daughter of the Sheriff of Atlantic City and the best gal
pal of Margie Gorman. Isabella dreams of becoming a nightclub singer and is envious of any doll who can sing
like a canary.
Ultra-trendy flapper dress, long strand of pearls, long
dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s style
shoes. A sequined headband with a feather as an optional
accessory.
Johnny ‘The Fox’ Torrion
Crime Boss, Chicago Crime Faction
REQUIRED
Male
Johnny Torrion is the infamous organized crime leader of the Chicago Crime Faction. It’s the height of the
prohibition era, and this godfather is one of the leading bootleggers in the United States. This menacing
lawbreaker is usually seen with his faithful right hand man, Hal Sapone.
A fedora, a zoot suit, and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket
watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Emma Solitare Gun Moll, Chicago Crime Faction
REQUIRED
Female
Emma Solitare is the hardnosed girlfriend of Johnny ‘The Fox’ Torrion of the Chicago Crime Faction. She will stop at nothing to get what she wants and will stand by her man and the Chicago Mob at all costs. Stay clear of this gun-toting diva if you want to live.
Moll suit (gangster girl) fishnet stockings and ‘20s
style shoes. A fedora hat and a plastic Tommy gun as
optional accessories.
Charlie ‘Lucky Boy’ Legiano
Crime Boss, New York Mafia
REQUIRED Male
Charlie ‘Lucky Boy’ Legiano is the merciless mobster from the New York Mafia. One of the most unpredictable
gangsters in New York, his intolerance is legendary. He is quick to put an end a fight, but it’s usually with his trusty
Tommy gun.
A fedora, a zoot suit and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket
watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
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Lucy Legiano Gun Moll, New York Mafia
REQUIRED
Female
Lucy is the callous gun moll who runs with the gangsters of the New York Mafia. Her motto is take no prisoners, and if there is trouble, she’s typically the cause of it all.
She’s married to Charlie Legiano, but some say her loyalty to Charlie should be in question, as there have been late night sightings of her speaking to rival mafia members.
Moll suit (gangster girl) fishnet stockings and ‘20s
style shoes. A fedora hat and a plastic Tommy gun as
optional accessories.
Hal Sapone Gangster, Chicago Crime Faction
Optional Male
Hal Sapone is the coldblooded mobster and right hand man to Johnny Torrion, the crime boss of Chicago. This underboss is an extremely hard worker and one day, plans to be the boss of all bosses and rule the underground. Johnny Torrion might be in his way, however.
A fedora, a zoot suit, and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket
watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Mable Sapone Upcoming Silent Film Star
Optional Female
Mable Sapone is a talented silent film actress. She’s recently broken the surface of the Hollywood scene, as
she just finished filming her first movie. She desperately wishes to be a film legend, but her husband Hal has other
plans for her. He wants her at home taking care of the family!
Flapper dress, long strand of pearls, long dress gloves, fishnet stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A sequined headband as an optional
accessory.
Ducky Shultz Gangster, New York Mafia
Optional Male
Ducky Shultz is the undisputed number one rumrunner for the New York Mafia. He’s the nephew of Charlie ‘Lucky
Boy’ Legiano, and will do anything for his New York mobsters. Ducky’s loyalty seems to be unsurpassed and
unbreakable.
A fedora, a zoot suit, and wing-tipped shoes. A pocket
watch on a chain and a plastic Tommy gun as optional accessories.
Betty ‘Fun Guns’ Heart
Gun Moll, New York Mafia
Optional Female
Betty Heart, or more commonly known as Fun Guns, is known for her ostentatious lifestyle. She earned her
playful nickname because she stows up to eight guns on her body at any given time. Betty’s loyalties lie with the
New York Mafia.
Flashy gun moll suit (gangster girl) fishnet
stockings and ‘20s style shoes. A fedora hat and up
to eight plastic guns as optional accessories.
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EACH PLAYER WILL HAVE A NAME TAG IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
Margie Gorman Miss America
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Get ready for an exciting murder mystery party! This party is an intriguing mystery game where the players act the roles of interesting personalities while sleuthing the captivating storyline. This is an excellent choice for your next get together! PREPARING YOUR KIT: The party pack (this document) needs to be printed in advance of the party. Cut out the clue cards, slip them into envelopes labeled with the appropriate round and character for each round of the party. It is optimal to choose different colored envelopes for each round and you can purchase the exact amount needed for your game on the http://mymysteryparty.com/props/ site in the Mystery Prop Emporium section. For economy’s sake, an alternative is to scroll the clues and fasten with a ribbon. Be sure to label the outside of each scroll with the character/round. We demonstrate how to do this in our instructional videos at www.mymysteryparty.com/videos In these instructions, however, we will assume you are using the envelope method for each character, each round.
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UPGRADE YOUR DOWNLOAD IF YOU WISH TO KEEP THE MYSTERY A SURPRISE: For a complete surprise, you can elect the pre-printed ‘party ready’ party pack option from the http://mymysteryparty.com/upgrade-your-download/ site, and we will prepare your game for you. We send you the clues in labeled envelopes and the rest of prepared game documents –‘ready to go.’ For a chart that explains the differences between the two versions of this game: Click here or to go the Party Ready Pack page on our site to find the link.
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PURCHASED GAME. OPTIONAL PROPS: We also offer mystery props on the My Mystery Party site in the Prop Emporium including a thunderstorm ambiance 10 minute sound wav to play in the background, crime scene barrier tape, crime scene balloons, mystery investigation pens, white face makeup for the victim, victim t-shirts, victim’s halo, chalk line body silhouette and even instrumental rap beats as a downloadable mp3 for the optional but highly suggested bonus game rap contest. We sell envelope packs in different colors for the 4 rounds. There is a ‘Do You Think You Can You Dance’ mp3 track for the Do You Think You Can Dance challenge as well. Feel free to set up a mock crime scene using the crime scene tape, body silhouette mat and evidence marker cards available at our prop store. However, only set up the crime scene after the victim is unveiled and do not use for sleuthing – it’s just for a fun effect and photo opportunity for your guests. Again, in the 1920s, the police likely only used rope to mark off a crime scene, but if you wish to ignore that – go full out with your crime scene if you wish! GAME STRUCTURE: The game is organized into four rounds and is structured as follows:
these optional pre-game tasks are to be delivered to each guest before the party or OPTIONAL PRE-GAME TASKS: give them to the guests as they arrive. All pre-game materials are optional and do not alter the mystery and are intended to enhance the pre-game build up for the event. These tasks are not vital to solving the mystery and omission of them does not alter the mystery in any way. Also, encourage your guests to view the Your Mystery Party - http://yourmysteryparty.com/boardwalk website to get them excited about your game (this has shown to decrease the number of no-shows to your party).
Deliver these clues as your guests arrive. APPETIZER (COCKTAILS 4 ADULTS) HOUR / ROUND ONE: Deliver these clues while you serve dinner (optional) to your guests. DINNER HOUR / ROUND TWO:
DESSERT, AND THE BIG REVEAL/ SOLUTION ROUND THREE: Deliver these clues with coffee/hot cocoa and dessert.
Note: you do NOT have to serve dinner, this is only suggested, and the instructions tell you ‘when’ to serve it and what to do around the time you serve it. You also do not have to serve dessert – again, it is only a suggestion. You can simply skip both without a problem and just serve snacks/appetizers the entire time.
For further questions, check out our FAQ web page at http://mymysteryparty.com/how-to-host-faq/ If your question is not listed in our FAQ, contact us at the email addresses below.
Mystery Questions: [email protected] Technical support: [email protected]
For more information on how to host, here are some helpful videos and articles for you to view (click on the following links):
• How to Host a Murder Mystery Party Instructional Video • How to Plan a Murder Mystery Party Instructional Video • How to Host in Ten Easy Steps Article • How to Host a Phenomenal Event Article
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ASSIGNING CHARACTERS: you assign the character roles – do not send your guests the invites or link to the guest pre-game site and have them choose their characters. This is far too much work, confusing for everyone, and nearly impossible for them to all choose a separate character and fill in your required player spots. You assign the players from the host character list in this file. First, fill in your required spots with your most outgoing and dependable players. Then, use the optional players in any combination. They won’t know they were optional, however, so no worries. If you have time, it’s great to send a ‘save the date’ email/card at least a month before your party. That way, you can see if your intended date will work for you to have enough players. No time for that? No problem! Just text your closest invitees and ensure they’re able to attend so you can assign them to a required player. If you are hosting this for an event and will not be familiar with the guests, you will likely have enough players to play, so this is a moot point, as well. INVITING GUESTS: Before the party, encourage your guests to view this mystery on the guest invite site at www.YourMysteryParty.com/boardwalk website and use the My Mystery Party invitations as they have each of the characters included. This way, before the party, they can get familiar with their character they are to play at the party. The invitations are located on the page where you purchased this game – click on the link that says ‘free, printable invitation’ to download. Using the Your Mystery Party site and doing the pre-game tasks in advance of the game have shown to reduce ‘no-shows’ to the party. The free, downloadable invitation is among the files you can download with your purchase. They are also located on the page where you purchased the game http://mymysteryparty.com/1920s-murder-mystery-party-on-the-boardwalk/ Scroll to the center of the page under the helpful links section and click on the link that says ‘free, downloadable invitation’ to download the PDF file. Important – you must first save to your hard drive. Reopen with the most current version of Adobe Reader, or you may face issues. If you have Adobe Acrobat, you can use the text fields - fill in your information in the text fields and either print or save to your hard drive. You can email these invites to your guests to save paper costs. You will need to enter your information in the text field and save one on your hard drive for each player, changing the character to be played on each invitation.
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Round one – appetizer hour begins as the guests arrive. GAME SETTING / DÉCOR: The party area is supposed to be the Magnolia Ballroom of the Karlton Ritz Hotel. The Karlton Ritz Hotel is the premiere hotel of Atlantic City located on the Boardwalk. You can use any room in the house to play the game – just simply call it the Magnolia Ballroom. Also, if money is not an option, you can be more elaborate and rent a ballroom at any 5-star hotel. For more DIY ideas for décor, menu and more, head to our Pinterest page for this game: https://www.pinterest.com/mymysteryparty
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ACCUSATIONS: after you collect the mystery investigation sheets, allow the guests to one-by-one accuse who they believe the murderer is and how they did it. Instruct them to also tell the group their guess of the murderer‘s motive. If you host an awards ceremony using the awards certificates available on the My Mystery Party site in the mystery props section, you can use this round as the final decision maker on the best actor/actress award.
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The game can be shortened by excluding the optional activities, or lengthened by adding more bonus games.
7:00 PM: Guests arrive, have their pictures made (optional) and receive a refreshment/cocktail for adults. The guests will view the guest instructions and character list while they wait for everybody to arrive. The host should build in at least a 10-minute cushion for guests to arrive late. Hey, it happens. 7:10 PM: The host reads the guest instructions to the group. It is optional to have each guest introduce their character in front of the group. Play the video game trailer on Your Mystery Party for your game &/or read the game synopsis from Your Mystery Party to the group to give the premise.
7:20 PM: The Round One envelopes are handed out, and the game begins. The guests mingle and reveal the clues on their clue cards. It’s just like a normal party, but the guests remain in character and gossip about each other’s characters. The motives & storylines will start to unveil. 7:50 PM: An optional bonus game is played. Bonus activities keep the energy flowing, and the guests have a blast. They are optional but highly suggested. The players must remain in character. 8:05 PM: Optional to serve dinner. Dinner can be sit down or buffet – or even as simple as a pizza that’s delivered! You can also just serve appetizers/snacks during the party. 8:35 PM: The Round Two envelopes are handed out to the guests, and pre-murder clues are discussed. 8:55 PM: The victim becomes the victim, and the host passes out the investigation sheets to the players. The guests interrogate each other to determine whodunit. The full story is in the player clue cards, but the guests will have to be skilled at asking the right questions of each other, etc. 9:10 PM: The fingerprint analysis report is revealed, and within ~5-10 minutes, everybody submits their formal guess of whodunit. 9:20 PM: Optional accusation round – the guests can take turns formally accusing who they think did it, and why. You’ll be surprised at how everybody’s inner actor will surface during this activity. 9:30 PM: Dessert and coffee (optional) are served, and the Round Three envelopes are handed out to the guests. The guests sit in a circle and one-by-one, the solutions are revealed by each of the guests and the murderer will confess at the conclusion of the round. The murderer is notified in their round three solution card that they are the murderer. They will not know or have any advantage over anybody of knowing whodunit before this round. *If you do not opt to have the optional players read their final solutions in front of the group, give them a few minutes to mingle and share their solutions after the murderer confesses. 9:50 PM: An optional bonus game is played. 10:10 PM: An optional award ceremony. My Mystery Party has award certificates of all kinds that you can purchase in the Prop Emporium. The host can determine who receives the awards while the bonus game is being played. Some awards are traditional and some are snarky but hilarious! 10:30 PM: Game over!
We hope you have a fabulous time at your party. If you have a fun time, please share your success story and pics on our Facebook Page (My Mystery Party) and we will be glad to show
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Helpful Hints for the Guests HOW TO PLAY A MYSTERY PARTY:
You are about to enjoy three rounds of game play. Each round, you will receive an
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INVITED GUEST LIST INVITED GUEST BRIEF BIO
Margie Gorman Miss America
Margie Gorman is a tenacious beauty queen. She’s Nuggy Jones’ dame and best gal pal of Isabella Gorge. Margie uses her sweet personality to get whatever she
desires. On the surface, she appears to be a loyal friend, but nobody honestly knows her true intentions.
Nuggy Jones Crime Boss, Atlantic City Mob
Nuggy Jones is the ruthless leader of the Atlantic City Mob. A former sheriff, this criminal mastermind is quickly rising to be a formidable enemy of Johnny Torrion from
Chicago. Rumor has it the feds are currently investigating Nuggy for tax evasion.
Mickey The Fish Gangster, Atlantic City Mob
Mickey the Fish is the mysterious right hand man to Nuggy Jones. This quirky gangster makes up poems about his victims seconds before he bumps them off. If
you hear Mickey rhyming about you, start running! Mickey is fiercely loyal to Nuggy, and will keep a watchful eye on anyone who opposes him.
Isabella Gorge Owner, Izzy’s Couture
Isabella Gorge is the melodramatic owner of a boutique called Izzy’s Couture. Her shop is the Boardwalk’s hot spot to buy glad rags in Atlantic City. This fanatical diva is the daughter of the Sheriff of Atlantic City and the best gal pal of Margie Gorman. Isabella dreams of becoming a nightclub singer and is envious of any doll who can
sing like a canary.
Johnny ‘The Fox’ Torrion
Crime Boss, Chicago Crime Faction
Johnny Torrion is the infamous organized crime leader of the Chicago Crime Faction. It’s the height of the prohibition era, and this godfather is one of the leading
bootleggers in the United States. This menacing lawbreaker is usually seen with his faithful right hand man, Hal Sapone.
Emma Solitare Gun Moll, Chicago Crime Faction
Emma Solitare is the hardnosed girlfriend of Johnny ‘The Fox’ Torrion of the Chicago Crime Faction. She will stop at nothing to get what she wants and will stand by her man and the Chicago Mob at all costs. Stay clear of this gun-toting diva if you want to live.
Charlie ‘Lucky Boy’ Legiano
Crime Boss, New York Mafia
Charlie ‘Lucky Boy’ Legiano is the merciless mobster from the New York Mafia. One of the most unpredictable gangsters in New York, his intolerance is legendary. He is
quick to put an end a fight, but it’s usually with his trusty Tommy gun.
Lucy Legiano Gun Moll, New York Mafia
Lucy is the callous gun moll who runs with the gangsters of the New York Mafia. Her motto is taking no prisoners, and if there is trouble, she’s typically the cause of it all. She’s married to Charlie Legiano, but some say her loyalty to Charlie should be in
question, as there have been late night sightings of her speaking to rival mafia members.
Hal Sapone Gangster, Chicago Crime Faction
Hal Sapone is the coldblooded mobster and right hand man to Johnny Torrion, the crime boss of Chicago. This underboss is an extremely hard worker and one day, plans to be the boss of all bosses and rule the underground. Johnny Torrion might be in his way, however.
Mable Sapone Upcoming Silent Film Star
Mable Sapone is a talented silent film actress. She’s recently broken the surface of the Hollywood scene, as she just finished filming her first movie. She desperately wishes to be a film legend, but her husband Hal has other plans for her. He wants
her at home taking care of the family!
Ducky Shultz Gangster, New York Mafia
Ducky Shultz is the undisputed number one rumrunner for the New York Mafia. He’s the right hand man to Charlie ‘Lucky Boy’ Legiano. Ducky is also the nephew of Charlie Legiano and will do anything for his New York mobsters. Ducky’s loyalty
seems to be unsurpassed and unbreakable.
Betty ‘Fun Guns’ Heart
Gun Moll, New York Mafia
Betty Heart, or more commonly known as Fun Guns, is known for her ostentatious lifestyle. She earned her playful nickname because she stows up to eight guns on
her body at any given time. Betty’s loyalties lie with the New York Mafia.
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OPTIONAL PRE-GAME TASKS:
Character W OPTIONAL - FOR SOME PRE-PARTY FUN, CONTACT THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE: Contact the guest playing Character C and say you’re excited about your upcoming audition for The Jazz Dancer silent film. You heard his wife wanted to audition for the same role, and you wish her the best of luck! (Contact info :________________________) Contact the guest playing Character K and say you’re not in favor of creating The Commission (an organized ruling body of the underground crime scene.) (Contact info :______________________________) Contact the guest playing your best gal pal Character N and say you are headed over to her shop, Izzy’s Couture, because you know her shipment of new threads just arrived from Italy. You will see her in two shakes of a lamb’s tail. (Contact info :______________________________)
EACH PLAYER HAS A PREGAME TASK CARD. NAMES REMOVED TO MINIMIZE SPOILERS
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ROUND ONE CLUES – CUT OUT, SLIP INTO ENVELOPES AND LABEL WITH THE CHARACTER AND ROUND.
EACH PLAYER WILL HAVE A ROUND ONE CLUE CARD.
NAMES REMOVED TO MINIMIZE SPOILERS.
CLUES TO REVEAL DURING THIS ROUND You don’t like living in New York and being part of the
New York Mafia. They are a very dysfunctional organization, and you would rather be part of the Chicago Mob. (Don’t tell anybody from New York how you feel, however.)
Tell Character L you know he doesn’t want to allow you to join his mob, but he should at least give it a little consideration. You are an excellent sharpshooter, and you will put your skills to the test any day so he can see how good you are as a gun moll.
See what the other gun molls think about a woman’s place in a mob organization. Maybe when The Commission is created at this conference, you can push a woman to be one of the leaders. Why not you?
PERSONAL CLUES TO CONCEAL Characer L believes girls belong in the kitchen. He
sees no real place in any mob organization for a female. You want to prove him wrong. However, you would rather that Character K take over as crime boss of Chicago, as he’ll probably let you join the Chicago Mob. You cannot afford to be caught talking to Character T about this, as you don’t want to be bumped off for being a traitor.
You are a gun moll from the New York Mafia. You can do anything the guys do – and better!
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ROUND 2 CLUES – cut out, slip into envelopes and label with the character and round.
Character P - ROUND TWO Pre-Murder Clues
• Talk to your aunt about the rumors that she’s an unfaithful dame. You know she would never be a traitor – you’ll have her back if Character O ever decides to believe the rumor and tries to whack her.
• Ask around to see whom everybody thinks will be voted as the leader of The Commission.
• Talk to Character B about her uncle’s murder. You heard he was a sheriff in NYC who was murdered by mobsters.
• Tell anybody you trust that you are highly irate at Character Q for not giving you a chance with the Chicago Mob. Now, you are at a risk of being whacked when your Character H finds out that you were trying to be a rat and move to Chicago.
• Speak to Character B about why she wants to break up with Character V.
Post-Murder Evidence & Alibi Character G wasn’t in the ballroom at the time of the
murder. You don’t think you ever touched the murder weapon.
If your fingerprints are found on it, you’ll have no reason to explain why they are there.
You never left the Magnolia Ballroom. Character O didn’t leave the ballroom during the time of
the murder.
EACH PLAYER WILL HAVE A ROUND TWO CLUE CARD. NAMES REMOVED TO MINIMIZE SPOILERS.
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LATENT FINGERPRINT REPORT
INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
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VICTIM SIGN:
INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
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MURDER MYSTERY INVESTIGATION INVESTIGATOR________________
SUSPECT MOTIVE EVIDENCE
The Hotel Layout: a
EACH PLAYER WILL HAVE A MYSTERY INVESTION
SHEET IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
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ROUND 3 SOLUTIONS –
EACH PLAYER WILL HAVE A SOLUTION CARD IN THE
PURCHASED GAME. NAMES AND GENDER REMOVED TO MINIMIZE SPOILERS. Do
not read if you wish to keep the surprise.
Character S FINAL SOLUTION ROUND
THREE READ WHEN YOU ARE TOLD IT IS YOUR TURN.
I wanted my husband to take over as the crime boss of the Chicago mob. Character H, you’re the bee’s knees, and I think it is the cat’s pajamas I’m a crime
boss’s wife now! Is there any crime in that? No! I wanted the Chicago boys to open a billiards hall on
the Boardwalk. Is there any crime in that? No! I’m not a murderer! I maybe wanted my husband to
have more responsibilities and have to travel to Atlantic City to give me some space so that I could go
to Hollywood and film a few films…but I’m not a murderer! Not guilty!
THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS ARE TO READ THEIR SOLUTIONS NEXT IN THIS
ORDER: (Skip over characters who are not present). Character P, Character W, Character L
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MYSTERY STUFFED MUSHROOMS (8-10 servings) ARTI’CHOKE’ AND KALE DIP (8-10 servings)
THE RITZ SALAD
GET A CLUE STUFFED CHICKEN
CHICAGO LIGHTNING CASSEROLE NUGGY’S LEMON ASPARAGUS RISOTTO
ATLANTIC CITY PUMPKIN PIE DELIGHT THE DELICIOUS CRIME SCENE CAKE
THE AGATHA CHRISTIE (omit for minors) THE NEW YORK MAFIA SPECIAL (omit for minors) THE BUTLER DID IT (omit for minors) THE DIRT NAP (omit for minors) *If this party is for teenagers, omit this drink and make hot chocolate with marshmallows and whipped cream on top. Then, top it off with chocolate sprinkles.
RECIPES INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
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SASSY SILENT FILM FESTIVAL
THE MAGNIFICENT MEMORY GAME
DO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CONTEST
DARING TOMMY GUN CHALLENGE
1920’S GANGSTER RAP CONTEST
ROARING ‘20S ICE-BREAKING TRIVIA
INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
WARNING: IN ADDITION TO THE SOLUTION BEING GIVEN WITH THE ROUND THREE SOLUTION CARDS, AN ADDITIONAL ANSWER KEY AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION TO THE FINAL STORY OF THE MURDER MYSTERY IS ON THE NEXT PAGE. DO NOT READ IT
OR LOOK AT IT IF YOU WANT TO KEEP IT A SURPRISE. AT THE VERY END OF THIS DOCUMENT IS A LIST TO READ THE FINAL SOLUTION ROUND. THIS IS NOT NECESSARY
TO SEE; HOWEVER, SINCE THE ORDER IS GIVEN ON THE INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERS’ ROUND THREE SOLUTION CARDS. START ROUND THREE WITH MARGIE GORMAN AND IT
WILL PLAY OUT FINE. .
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Do not read if you do not want to know the solution! THE ANSWERS LIE WITHIN:
INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASED GAME.
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THIS PAGE IS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND DOESN’T NEED TO BE PRINTED: • The guest pregame site for this game is: http://yourmysteryparty.com/boardwalk
• Go to our Pinterest board for this game for more DIY options:
https://www.pinterest.com/mymysteryparty/1920s-murder-mystery-party-on-the-boardwalk-murder/
• The free invitation is located on the game’s page at http://mymysteryparty.com/1920s-murder-
mystery-party-on-the-boardwalk/ Scroll down to ‘helpful links’ and click to download.
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http://mymysteryparty.com/bon-blossman
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