Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit
Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit
Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit
Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit

Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit

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Players
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  • The Host Can Play Along
  • Download & Play Immediately After Purchase
  • Playable on Zoom & In-Real Life
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Lord of the Throne: The Hydrock Massacre

On the Isle of Abinark, the Kingdom of Hydrock has been established to bring peace to the land following The Great Battle. The Hydrock Pact decrees that all ten clans, that belong to the kingdom, shall inherit a designated realm wherein each can live in accordance with their own traditions and customs. The kingdom is governed from Hydrock Castle which sits atop St. Clyston’s Mount at the very heart of Hydrock; this is now the seat of King William Alexander John Vixsor ‘The Claret King’.

You have been invited by the king to attend Hydrock Castle, along with other selected representatives of Hydrock, to discuss matters relating to The Hydrock Pact and the governance of the young kingdom. However, upon your arrival at Hydrock Castle all is not well – Lefqwen of Abinark, the centauress famed for her speed, and usually the first to arrive at Hydrock Castle meetings, has failed to show. This is unexpected, and everyone knows that unexpected events that occur in Hydrock are usually prompted by murder!

What's In The Printable/Digital Kit

Host Guide Booklet
Detective Audio Files
Evidence Booklets
Character Booklets
Game Ballot Book
Costume Suggestion Booklet
Invitations Booklet

GAME LENGTH

1.5 - 3.5 Hours

DIFFICULTY

Medium

Game Title

Lord of the Throne: The Hydrock Massacre

GAME SETTING

Fantasy/Medieval Kingdom - Castle

Game Play

Random Murderer (replayable with different outcomes)

CRIME

Murder

CHARACTER GENDERS

Roles are flexible and can be played by individuals of any gender, regardless of the character's specified gender.

COSTUME SUGGESTIONS

Fantasy/Medieval - Kings and Queens

Fantasy Game Characters

Discover profiles of all the characters featured in our murder mystery games. For those looking to expand their options, our expansion packs are perfect for you! These packs offer the option to choose all characters within the game in any ideal for hosting larger parties or simply adding more depth to your game. View the expansion packs here

SKUNF OF NORD LORD CHRYSOGON RAVENOR DREDHIL THE GREAT
Leader of The Nordard (Dwarves) Leader of The Scae (Elves) Leader of The Terra (Ogres) Leader of The Leviat (Giant Cyclopes)
MARIAM AHELIS QUBQUB KALF SCALE SAGACIOUS VII
Leader of The Mariam (Humans – all female) Leader of The Puck (Faeries) Leader of The Megalania (Humans – all children) Leader of The Burrowman (Halflings)

Includes all characters in the 4 - 8 player game including the below.

CHARLOTTE MARY VIXSOR RUUSTAFF SIR HUGH DE BRERETON
Queen of Hydrock King’s Wizard King’s Knight
LUTHER NUGA OF NORD FLESHER AYE
St. Clyston’s Cleric Nordard Chief Scae Enforcer

Includes all characters in the 4 - 8 and 4 - 14 player games including the below.

DUNNOCK GIBBER SLIGHT MARIAM STAR
Terra Member Leviat Servant Mariam Duchess
POGO FLAMMA BLACK PERCIPIENCE
Puck Deputy Leader Megalania Scout Burrowman Elder

Enhance Your Fantasy Murder Mystery Game Experience

Welcome to our dedicated section for all things murder mystery! Here, you'll find everything you need to create an unforgettable and immersive experience for your guests. Whether you're looking for menu ideas to tantalize taste buds, curated playlists to set the perfect mood, costume ideas to bring characters to life, or decoration tips to transform your space, we've got you covered.

Fantasy Dinner Menu Ideas

Legendary Menu Ideas for Your Fantasy Party

Transport your guests to a mythical realm with our fantasy-themed menu ideas. Explore our blog for recipes inspired by epic feasts, including hearty medieval dishes and magical treats.

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Fantasy Dinner Menu Ideas

Fantasy Party Music Ideas

Set the Epic Scene with a Fantasy Dinner Party Playlist

Enhance your fantasy-themed murder mystery with our curated playlist featuring epic soundtracks and mystical tunes. Perfect for setting the stage and transporting your guests to a world of magic and adventure.

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Fantasy Playlist

Fantasy Decoration Ideas

Create an Epic Atmosphere with Fantasy-Themed Decorations

Transform your space into a fantastical world inspired by Tolkien's Middle-earth and the realms of Game of Thrones. From medieval banners to mystical forests, our Pinterest board is filled with ideas to create an epic atmosphere for your murder mystery party.

Get inspired with our decoration ideas:

Fantasy Decoration Ideas

Fantasy Medieval Themed Murder Mystery Host Your Own Game Kit FAQs

A fantasy-themed murder mystery game combines the thrill of medieval politics, mystical prophecies, and dangerous alliances into a night of immersive storytelling and suspense. Set in a mythical realm filled with noble houses, ancient prophecies, magical relics, and looming war, this game invites players to take on the roles of rulers, warriors, scholars, or spies. When a key figure is found dead on the eve of a historic council, every guest becomes a suspect. Packed with intrigue, deception, and dramatic choices, this mystery is ideal for fans of high fantasy and epic world-building.

Yes, this game is ideal for 10 players. The standard version supports 4 to 14 characters, and a 10-person cast offers a rich balance of secrets, motives, and interwoven storylines. Each participant receives a unique role tied to the central mystery. The game is flexible enough to accommodate last-minute changes in group size, so adding or removing a guest won’t disrupt the event.

Yes, this mystery works well in both formats. In-person gatherings allow for full immersion with costumes, candles, and medieval-inspired food. Virtual play is also effective—character sheets and clues can be sent digitally, and video calls work great for secret alliances and dramatic revelations. Whether hosted in a dining hall or across distant kingdoms online, the story stays just as epic.

Most games run between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on the number of players and how immersed the group becomes. With 10 players, two hours is typical, but events with extra roleplay, feast breaks, or side quests may run longer. The pacing is flexible—you can keep it streamlined for casual players or allow deeper engagement for fantasy fans who enjoy detailed character development.

The game kit includes everything you need to host a full fantasy murder mystery event. It comes with a host guide for setup and facilitation, individual character profiles with lore, secrets, and personal goals, themed evidence and story cards that unfold across each round, optional narration prompts, printable or digital invitations, and final voting sheets. You’ll also receive suggestions for costumes, decor, and music inspired by medieval or high-fantasy aesthetics to create an immersive world.

Yes, the game is designed to be replayable. The identity of the killer can change with each new session, allowing for different outcomes and character dynamics. Whether you switch roles, invite a new group, or host it again as part of a seasonal gathering, the evolving story keeps the experience fresh. Each playthrough brings new alliances, betrayals, and discoveries.

This game is ideal for a wide variety of occasions. It’s perfect for fantasy-themed parties, book clubs, game nights, LARP groups, cosplay events, birthday parties, or even Renaissance festivals. It also works well for team-building retreats or fan conventions where participants enjoy story-driven roleplay. Any gathering where imagination and interaction are welcome will benefit from this epic adventure.

The game is recommended for ages 15 and up. The content is fantasy-based and appropriate for teens and adults, though the complex character motives, betrayals, and political themes are best appreciated by mature players. There’s no graphic content, but players should enjoy intrigue, mystery-solving, and the occasional morally grey decision.

Costumes are optional but highly encouraged. Robes, cloaks, tunics, crowns, armor, or simple fantasy-inspired accessories help set the tone. Each character sheet includes wardrobe suggestions, but guests can dress as simply or elaborately as they like. Even minimal costume touches help enhance the immersive atmosphere and make the event more memorable.

Yes, the game can be expanded to accommodate up to 20 players. Expansion packs include additional characters, each with their own role in the kingdom, from courtiers and envoys to mercenaries and magical advisors. These added roles come with fully developed backstories, motives, and connections to the mystery. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a full council of realms, the game scales smoothly and remains balanced.

Yes, the host can absolutely participate. The solution is hidden unless the host chooses to read it in advance. This means you can assign roles and manage the game while playing as part of the cast. Alternatively, you can act as a neutral narrator or “keeper of lore” to help guide the event in character. Whether fully involved or narrating from the shadows, the host is part of the adventure.

Commercial License

You will need a commercial license in the following circumstances;

  1. You plan to use the game for profit (public or private)
  2. You plan to promote and host the game publicly
  3. If you are running the game as part of an event where guests or individuals are charged an entry fee
  4. If you are hosting the game for a virtual or public dinner party

You are not authorised to sell or amend any game or document in any form.

You must purchase the license with the game you intend on using it for. If you have already purchased the game individually please purchase this again with the license and we will refund your original order.