Halloween Murder Mystery Party Game
A Gravely Scary Halloween Mystery

 Chief Inspector
Jack Pachuta

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He was called Evil-Eyed Emil. When he looked at people with his infamous right eye, so the story went, bad things invariably happened. Townspeople cringed and covered their faces as Emil came near, not daring to look directly into his ominous orb.

And, as he was being driven out of Reaper Junction on Halloween night exactly 100 years ago, Emil vowed to return one day to wreak his vengeance on the mob and its progeny for the way he had been so rudely tossed out.

That cryptic curse was all but forgotten by today's generation of Reapers who laughed at such nonsense. But, the laughter has stopped. For last night, shockingly and unexpectedly, a local resident staggered into the town square and announced that Emil had been sighted in the woods and, true to his century-old proclamation, someone had been the  victim of Emil's anger.

The deceased was Grimsby Graves, the patriarch of a family whose ancestors had helped found Reaper Junction in 1770. The Graves seemed to have had their fingers  in every pie that was ever baked in Reaper Junction. The history books say that it was, in fact, the Graves brothers who had led the torch-lit mob that oversaw Emil's abrupt exit into the stormy night.

So, how then can justice be done? How can someone who is already dead be brought to trial? And, can the court truly find a jury of his "peers?" Or, will the explanation be less scintillating and more sinister? 

Could someone have used Emil as a scapegoat to cover a homicide that was well planned and willingly perpetrated by an Emil imposter? Only solid investigative skills and superior sleuthing can identify a killer and, perhaps, enable Emil to finally rest in peace.  

Gregory Graves
Grimsby Graves's only child. Gregory is a "loner" with few acquaintances and even fewer friends. His time is occupied by his unusual hobby.

Penelope Crust
Owner of the Reaper Bakery. Her recipes for Halloween treats have been passed down from generation to generation. No one is quite sure of the ingredients.

Bella Bones
Mortician and owner of Bones Mortuary. The Bones family has supervised the eternal interment of Reapers for as long as people can remember.

Jack Lantern
Pumpkin farmer. Halloween is his most profitable time of the year as people travel from miles around to purchase the perfect grand gourd from his peculiar patch.

Todd Sweeney
Reaper Junction's barber. He's been cutting Reaper hair for years and still uses a straight razor to give his customers the closest possible shaves.

Tara Cardoli
Mystic and fortune teller. Townspeople clandestinely seek her advice. Her predictions have been amazingly accurate.

Frequently Asked Questions . . .

How many people can participate in this mystery?

From 6 to 60 people can comfortably participate in the investigation. With a few modifications (they're described in the instructions), up to 80 people can enjoy the intrigues of solving the case.

Does everyone have a role?

The plot includes six suspects AND the sheriff to lead the investigation. (If you have only six people, one of the role players can do this.) These seven individuals are the only ones with assigned roles. Everyone else becomes a sleuth who uses effective investigative techniques to figure out the intricacies of the crime. Since the guilty party doesn't know who did it, everyone can attempt to solve the case.

What will I get when I order the murder mystery?

You'll get everything you need to conduct your investigation, including:

Complete instructions on how to conduct the investigation of Grimsby Graves's death.

Roles for all suspects that include family backgrounds and recollections of events surrounding the night that Grimsby Graves was killed.

An invitation to the Halloween murder mystery party.

A Special Edition of The Reaper Harvest, the local newspaper, with the story of Grimsby Graves's death. (Remember: the investigation takes place the day after Graves died.)

Instructions and a letter from the county sheriff explaining the investigation.

A series of written clues that can be exchanged or revealed at critical moments.

Key supporting information such as an investigative report, and results of the coroner's examination.

"The Denouement" that is revealed at the end of the investigation and ties the event together. Remember: MOTIVE, MEANS and OPPORTUNITY will point to the guilty party.

How much will I pay for this exclusive holiday whodunit?

The total cost will be only $39.77 - AND you'll be able to download the entire mystery as soon as your credit card is processed. You'll have a Halloween party that will keep your friends talking for years.   

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