Setting the Scene
It’s the First Annual Deadwood Poker Tournament!
For weeks, people have been pouring into the small western town of Deadwood for the biggest poker tournament this side of the Mississippi. From outlaws to marshals and saloon girls to southern belles, everyone has made this small western frontier town THE place to be.
As the festivities of the poker tournament conclude, a celebration party is planned at the Deadwood Saloon to award the prize money for the tournament and to celebrate what is hoping to be a very financially successful venture for the saloon.
With a smattering of bandits, bankers, saloon girls, sheriffs, gamblers, east coast debutantes, and of course a few of the locals, this is guaranteed to make for a very interesting evening indeed.
You would be a fool to miss this celebration!
We have a virtual version of this wild west murder mystery that can be played in an online platform!
– Be sure the “Virtual” button is selected when purchasing.
— Download an intro file for the virtual version below in the versions section
Where to Start
- Purchase this Mystery
- Download the Printable/Digital Kit
- Print Your Kit and Start the Fun!
What’s in Our Printable / Digital Kit
- Character Sheets
Juicy secrets, wild motives, and unique roles for every guest. - Host Guide
Easy, step-by-step instructions to run the show like a pro. - Game Materials
Clues, evidence, and everything to solve the case. - Invites & Decor
Printables to build hype and set the scene. - Awards
Certificates for Best Costume, Super Sleuth & more!
How to Play this Mystery
This quick video gives you the rundown on how Night of Mystery parties work. For the nitty-gritty details, be sure to download the intro file that matches your specific mystery — it’s got everything you need to host like a pro.
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“I hosted my first party and I was scared that if anyone could fail such a flawless package it would be myself. But this kit makes it so so easy and fun. Lots of room to make it your own and not cookie cutter, but always super straight forward! I can’t wait to host another onell! Thanks Night of Mystery!”
“I’ve had three parties over the years. This year we will be doing it again! Normal parties have their groups. High school over there, church over there, family over there. Well with the murder mystery dinner there is none of that. Plus your free to not be you for the night. Every party has been a success! Last one we had over 100 people come.”
“This was the BEST team event we’ve ever done. It was inclusive, creative, and so easy to execute with your kit. Everyone had a blast!”
Guest Breakdown
For 20-80 guests: 7+ males, 10+ females, 2+ gender-neutral.
For 15-20 guests: 6-8 males, 8-10 females, 1-2 gender-neutral.
For 10-15 guests: 4 males, 6-8 females, 2-3 gender-neutral.
For 8-12 guests: 3-4 males, 3-4 females, 2-4 gender-neutral.
** Download an intro file for the VIRTUAL VERSION here.
* The upgrade is only able to upgrade the 15-20 guest version to the 20-80 guest version. The upgrade DOES NOT work with any other size of party.
Guest Breakdown
For 20-80 guests: 7+ males, 10+ females, 2+ gender-neutral.
For 15-20 guests: 6-8 males, 8-10 females, 1-2 gender-neutral.
For 10-15 guests: 4 males, 6-8 females, 2-3 gender-neutral.
For 8-12 guests: 3-4 males, 3-4 females, 2-4 gender-neutral.
Clean versions are void of references to extra-marital affairs, alcohol and/or illegal drugs. Teens and/or more conservative groups often use clean versions for their mystery of choice.
* The upgrade is only able to upgrade the 15-20 guest version to the 20-80 guest version of this wild west murder mystery. The upgrade DOES NOT work with any other size of party.
Harry High-Stakes
Saloon Owner
As the organizer of this grand event, Harry has a lot at stake if it is not successful!
Henrietta High-Stakes
Wife to Harry High-Stakes
Spending less and less time at the saloon lately, could Henrietta be into something or someone else?
Gambling Jack
Gambler
The best hand in poker either side of the Mississippi, Jack has not lost a major tournament in the last five years. Until now.
Anna Belle
Wife to Gambling Jack
Known as her husband’s good luck charm, some say Anna Belle is the reason Gambling Jack never loses.
Mitch Maverick
Traveling Businessman
As the winner of the tournament, many question how a businessman could have such great card skills. Could Mitch be the next poker phenomenon?
Holly Hickok
Gambler
A real southern belle with a flare for poker, many wonder what a girl like Holly is doing in the Wild West?
Clay Coldwell
Gambler
Minnie Money
East Coast Debutante
Sheriff Sam
Deadwood Sheriff
Taffy Garrette
Saloon Girl
Billy-The-Bartender
Saloon Bartender and Bookkeeper
Motgomery Money
Land Investor
Jesse Wales
Outlaw
Banker Bob
Bank Owner
Sally Starr
Saloon Girl
Marshal Dalton
Federal Marshal
Elizabeth Money
Wife to Montgomery
Black Barbara
Outlaw
Banker Bonnie
Banker Bob’s Wife
Poker Alice
Poker Dealer
First-time host/hostesses need not be wary. Night of Mystery parties have everything you need to throw a successful party and are designed to be easy-to-run.
If you want to play along, you can! As host, you will want to read the host’s guide in full to ensure that you are setting the game up correctly WITHOUT letting you know who the murderer is!
Then sit back, relax, and enjoy the MURDER!
Excellent Question! And one that needs more explaining, please see the “How to Play” Page of our site and/or download a preview file to get a complete understanding of how our mysteries are run!
Yes. We have invitations you can download at any time to send out to your guests. (We recommend you do this before purchasing if you are unclear of your guest count.)
Once you order, you will have access to your party pdf as well as email invitations with character descriptions included for your guests. See a sample emailable invite with character description here.
YES! As host, you get to decide how much or little you know about the murder.
If you want to play along, you will want to read the host’s guide in full to ensure that you are setting the game up correctly WITHOUT letting you know who the murderer is in this murder mystery party game!
This will depend on (a) the version of party you order and (b) what you/they want to do at the party.
Some murder mystery party game rules say (generally the smaller 6-8 guest and 8-12 guest versions) have the victim rise and become the investigator after their “death.”
Since the victim does not know who murdered them, they can still play along and try to guess the murderer using their previous background knowledge and their money in order to bribe and blackmail others and derive their secrets from one another.
If you have a larger version, and you have not assigned the investigator (they are generally listed as the first person to eliminate for this reason), then the victim will need to become the investigator.
If you have assigned the investigator, but have an extra role that is not already filled, the victim can become this person (if you order the 20-80 player version, this will always be an option).
If the victim wishes to do nothing, they can do that as well. Some guests really enjoy playing along “dead” and trying to figure out who killed them.
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Murder At The Deadwood Saloon
