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When the Penny Drops
A typical run of this game can take on the form of a single case, or an ongoing episodic story spanning several different cases. When the Penny Drops is an episodic detective game for 3-6 players, including a facilitator. Within the pages of When the Penny Drops, you’ll find: 8 Investigator Profiles made for quick and easy character creation 3 sample cases so you can jump into play immediately Rules for creating and using your own cases Inspired by our mutual fondness of crime procedurals like Columbo, Poirot and many other, When the Penny Drops can accommodate detective stories from serious and gritty noir to over-the-top camp.
Price:
$10.00
Rating:
5.00 (from 2 reviews)
Published:
02 May 2024 @ 16:04 UTC
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