In the Shadow of the Lord [PDF]
The year is 1912 and the esteemed Lord de L'Isle has invited vampires from across the world to his estate for a night of revelry and veneration in celebration of his 1000th birthday. Residents of the estate as well as invited vampires with their human familiars will be at this event. But when the Lord disappears right before this event, what will happen and who will step up as the new leader of the vampiric community and owner of the Lord’s estate?
This game does not focus on trying to solve a murder. Instead, it focuses on getting into character, roleplaying and trying to solve your own personal goals throughout the night. Perhaps your character wants to become the new leader, find a vampire to turn them or seek revenge on someone who's wronged them. Everyone’s goals are different and there is no winner or loser - you are all getting into character and creating a story together.
This game, in particular, will surely be a hit with any fan of the TV series and film What We Do In The Shadows.
This murder mystery kit comes in PDF Form to be downloaded straight to your computer and printed right at home!
10-12 players / 3-4 hours
7 Female Characters / 5 Male Characters
(Genders can be changed)
Age: 13+
The game functions with a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12 guests! This version of the game caters for 7 female characters and 5 male characters. Check out the master character list below for a full description of characters included.
Each purchase will include:
1. Instructions
This booklet includes Instructions on preparations required before hosting; timetable to guide the host run the game; casting; invitations and venue; printing; how to play this murder mystery online (we recommend using discord).
2. Character Booklets
These booklets include information on your character’s background; cast list; the character's goals; important relationships; secrets and clues; tips for players.
3. Invitations
Invitation document that includes a formal invitation to be sent to players; cast list and descriptions.
4. The Player Guide
Tips for new players on how to play a murder mystery.
5. Cards
Cards booklet includes name badges for every character; item cards; ability cards; voting slips; handouts & announcements.
6. Quick Reference
A quick reference sheet for the host to refer to throughout the event.
7. The Garlic Press
A newspaper giving background to the world ‘In the Shadow of the Lord’ is set in.
8. Options for Full Colour and Low Ink Print version.
9. A guide on how to play the game online on Zoom or Discord.
Master Character List
Primary:
(Vampires)
Nellie Darling - Purveyor of fine taste • Female
General Reeves - The decorated war hero • Male
Miss Carmelita - The nightingale • Female
Sofia Constantine - The social outlier • Female
Ophelia Goode - The seer • Female
Sir Alfie de Poncey - The wayward son • Male
(The Others)
Nathalia - Lady of the house • Female
Desmond - The expert swordsman • Male
Brother Leyland - The devout worshipper • Male
Aggie - The eternal servant • Female
Secondary:
(Vampires)
Mr Wilson - The hermit • Male
(The Others)
Dr Lara Taylor - The seeker of knowledge • Female