OPENING RITUAL — Read this aloud as you begin
"A royal wedding at the Taj Lake Palace. Two hundred guests. Music, champagne, celebration. And in a suite on the third floor — a man who knew too much is dying. By the time anyone checks, it'll look like the stress of the event."
Rajasthani classical — sarangi, tabla, or a sangeet playlist. Think royal palace atmosphere.
Spotify: "Rajasthani Folk" or "Indian Classical Evening"
Food: Rajasthani thali elements — dal baati churma, ker sangri, ghewar. Or just nimbu pani and biscuits.
Drink: Thandai (for the wedding theme) or chai. If you're going all out, rose sharbat.
Warm candle-like lights. Orange and gold if possible. It should feel like a palace at night.
Wedding guest attire — kurta, saree, sherwani. Make it festive.
Optional — but it transforms the vibe.
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SETUP RITUAL — Do This Before Players Arrive
1
Arrange evidence packs face-down on the table. Don't mix Pack A and Pack B.
2
Open the Auto-Host page on a shared screen and load the first phase. Don't start the timer yet.
3
Set the lighting and start the music playlist at low volume.
4
Have Role Cards and Investigation Worksheets open on separate devices or printed.
5
When everyone is seated, read the Opening Ritual above. Then start the Auto-Host timer.
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SETTING THE SCENE — Udaipur
Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
21 March 2025
Harish Singhania, 62 — patriarch, Singhania Group
Murder Window: 11:06 – 11:19 PM
Difficulty: ★★★★☆ · 4/5
💡 Host tip: Print this page and keep it near you during setup. The Opening Ritual sets the tone — don't skip it.