{"product_id":"murder-at-the-stratford-castle-murder-mystery-1","title":"Stratford Castle: Large Group Murder Mystery Party Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exciting large-group castle murder mystery party game for 20–75 players, ages 14 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game includes 75 unique suspect roles, providing tremendous flexibility for large gatherings. The first 20 characters are required, while the remaining 55 optional characters may be added in any number or combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional castle mystery is packed with prestigious Preservation Society members, astronauts, artifact dealers, scientists, entertainers, high-society scandals, simmering rivalries, personal vendettas, hidden motives, carefully guarded secrets, a serial killer terrorizing the town, and murder during the lavish Stratford Castle Ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the instant download version, so there is nothing to ship and no shipping fee. Simply download, print, prepare, and play!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymysteryparty.com\/murder-at-the-stratford-castle-boxed-set\" title=\"Boxed version of the Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party game\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Boxed_Kit_Version_2.png?v=1784819469\" alt=\"Boxed version of the Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party game\" width=\"303\" height=\"80\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003ePrefer a professionally prepared game? Choose the Boxed Kit version, and our staff will professionally print and prepare the game materials for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.yourmysteryparty.com\/stratford\" title=\"Free player pre-game website for Murder at Stratford Castle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Free_player_pregame_button.png?v=1784833879\" alt=\"Free player pre-game website for Murder at Stratford Castle\" width=\"238\" height=\"69\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003ePlayers can get started before the party with costume suggestions, character information, news articles, details about the Kilmore Preservation Society, and the events leading to the Stratford Castle Ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=w2_dhyH1HH4\" title=\"Watch the Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party game trailer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Watch_the_Game_Trailer_240x240.png?v=1784754952\" alt=\"Watch the Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party game trailer\" width=\"306\" height=\"83\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003eMurder at Stratford Castle Mystery Party Synopsis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stratford Castle Ball is a premier social event hosted by the Kilmore Preservation Society. The society comprises a diverse group of individuals who share a passion for preserving historical landmarks such as Stratford Castle. Its members come from all walks of life, including astronauts, ancient artifact dealers, and medical researchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year, planning the event has been plagued by obstacles because of a growing number of scandals among the members. In addition, nobody in the town of Kilmore feels safe leaving home with a serial killer on the loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are a member of the Preservation Society and must attend this event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where your story begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003eHost a Large-Group Castle Murder Mystery Party:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 unique suspect characters\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 20–75 suspect players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 20 required and 55 optional roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe optional characters may be added in any number or combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are no duplicate team roles or separate expansion packs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first 20 suspect roles are required for the mystery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe required characters have flexible-gender casting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll required roles should be assigned before adding optional characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe remaining 55 roles allow the game to expand gradually for larger groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as many optional characters as needed to reach the desired party size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe complete game supports up to 75 unique suspect players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional guided-clue mingling format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour rounds of gameplay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate difficulty rating of 5 out of 10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a flexible event timeline of approximately 2–4 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse historic castle décor, elegant ball attire, medieval-inspired table settings, sophisticated appetizers, dramatic desserts, antique party props, and more on the Pinterest board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/mymysteryparty\/murder-at-the-stratford-castle\/\" title=\"Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party Pinterest board\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Pinterest_Board_for_Mystery_Games_18c2e82b-c885-462b-a5c3-d21370ae41ae.png?v=1784226172\" alt=\"Murder at Stratford Castle mystery party Pinterest board\" width=\"411\" height=\"91\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Mystery Party","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43428411342896,"sku":"STRATFORD","price":117.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Stratford_24__97061.1749825430.1280.1280_1778872210__01064.1778874784.1280.1280.png?v=1784048293","url":"https:\/\/mymysteryparty.com\/products\/murder-at-the-stratford-castle-murder-mystery-1","provider":"My Mystery Party","version":"1.0","type":"link"}