How To Run A Mystery - Running RPGs

Mystery games present their own challenges to run, but they can also be very rewarding. Here's some tips on how to plan an investigation game and avoid some of the common pitfalls Game Masters can fall in to.

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Guest starring Jack the NPC and The Gang.
00:00 The Case of the Stolen Dice
01:14 Hello Internet
02:58 Decide the Plot
04:23 Know Your Party
05:57 Tell Them it's a Mystery
06:35 Ticking Clock
06:54 Clues
08:08 How Do You Find Clues?
10:00 What If They Miss The Clue?
11:44 Avoid Linear Plots
13:25 Don't Give Them the Solution Upfront
15:28 Prepare for Failure
20:22 Red Herrings
22:48 Closing