The Ravenscroft Christmas Mystery
Christmas Eve, 1894. Lord Alistair Ravenscroft has summoned six guests to his grand Yorkshire manor for a holiday dinner — but this is no mere celebration. Each guest harbors a devastating secret that their host threatens to expose. When Lord Ravenscroft is found dead before the pudding is served, everyone has a motive and the snowbound estate offers no escape.
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Characters
Lady Margaret Ashworth
A woman of considerable social standing and widow of a wealthy industrialist, grappling with secret financial difficulties.
Dr. Edmund Sterling
The family physician with a practiced bedside manner, though his ambition is evident in his sharp, assessing gaze.
Captain James Blackwood
A decorated war hero who carries the weight of his military past, observing the other guests with a strategist's eye.
Miss Viola Hartley
The governess to Lord Ravenscroft's children, possessing intimate knowledge of the manor's hidden passages.
Mr. Arthur Pendelton
The family solicitor, privy to the Ravenscroft family's legal and financial affairs — he knows more than he lets on.
Mrs. Beatrice Sterling
Wife to Dr. Sterling with the captivating grace of a former stage performer and a mysterious past connection to the family.
What You Get
Individual character dossier for each player — with backstory, secrets, and goals
Atmospheric audio narration — introduction, rounds, and dramatic conclusion
Printable PDFs — download, print, and hand out to your guests
Is This Your Kind of Mystery?
Best for
you are hosting around Christmas, New Year, or another festive dinner
your group enjoys leaning into character and drama
your group loves period settings and old-world atmosphere
Vibe
holiday elegance with a dramatic edge
snowbound tension and suspects stuck together
refined setting, polished faces, and buried secrets
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