Host: Jeanette Cowles
As: Lady Nienna
The story begins...
As winter tightens its grip and the land enters Frost Fall, guests gather beneath snow-laden rafters at the invitation of Lady Nienna and Lord Zaryndel. Among them was the Grey Wizard, a quiet guardian of ancient wisdom whose counsel had guided realms for generations. By dawn, he is found dead—his chamber undisturbed, his staff laid beside him, and no clear sign of how his life was taken.
With the roads sealed by snow and no one able to leave, whispers turn to suspicion. The Grey Wizard spoke with many that night, and not all welcomed his truths. In this season where shadows grow long and secrets freeze beneath the surface, one question hangs heavy in the winter air: who silenced the Grey Wizard—and why?
Co-Host: Larry Cook
As: Lord Zaryndel
24 Magical Suspects to choose from...
Who will you become; did you do it?
(Please note you can make these charters look however you imagine them (Be creative). We just put a face as place markers for the names)
Joyful and enigmatic, Amberlyn seems forever bound to flowing water and hidden glades. She knows the land’s oldest secrets and guards them with a playful smile. MURDER?: The Grey Wizard discovered she has been quietly diverting sacred waters to protect an ancient secret hidden beneath the riverbed. If he revealed it, her beloved glades would be destroyed forever.
Amberlyn of the River:
Aric Stormson
A weathered wanderer with a noble bearing, Aric conceals his true importance. He leads best from the front and never asks others to face dangers he wouldn’t face himself. MURDER?: The Wizard knew Aric’s true lineage—one that could disrupt the balance of power. Secrets of bloodlines have toppled greater men.
Baird the Longshot
A practical marksman known for steady hands and sharper instincts. He values preparation over glory and never takes a shot without reason. MURDER?: He was hired to protect someone that night… and failed. Eliminating the Wizard might erase evidence of his mistake.
Balric Deepdelver
A seasoned miner with a love for ancient halls and forgotten lore. His jovial dwarf nature makes him approachable, but his loyalty to kin is unbreakable. MURDER?: While mining beneath the Frostfall peaks, Balric uncovered something ancient and powerful — something the Grey Wizard insisted must remain buried. The wizard warned that disturbing it could awaken ruin. Balric believed the wizard was lying… hiding power for himself. When the wizard threatened to collapse the shaft and bury the discovery forever, Balric decided the only thing that needed burying… was the wizard.
Bilton Packwell
A retired adventurer with a fondness for stories and second breakfasts, Bilton enjoys comfort but misses excitement. His cheerful manner hides a past full of secrets and unexpected courage. MURDER?: Long ago, the Wizard left him behind during a dangerous quest. Cheerful on the surface, Bilton has not forgotten the cost of that choice.
Bold and passionate, Borin believes strength and honor must be defended at any cost. His temper is quick, but his sense of duty runs deep. MURDER?: The Wizard questioned Borin’s honor in a heated council. Pride wounded deeply can strike harder than any blade.
Borin Stoneheart
Elora Greenfield
A warm-hearted gardener known for her rare golden blooms and quiet resilience. She sees more than she says and often overhears secrets while tending the village paths. MURDER?: The Wizard warned that her rare golden blooms were not natural—but grown from forbidden seeds. If exposed, her quiet reputation would wither overnight.
A scholar and healer, Elrien preserves knowledge that spans generations. His calm judgment makes him a natural mediator in times of crisis. MURDER?: Elrien feared the Grey Wizard intended to seal away — or even destroy — an ancient piece of knowledge Elrien had sworn to protect for generations. To a Lore-Keeper, losing history is worse than losing power… and in a desperate moment, Elrien chose to protect the past at any cost.
Elrien the Lore-Keeper
Quiet and thoughtful, Freydon carries a heavy sense of responsibility beyond his years. He would do almost anything to protect those he loves, even if it costs him dearly. MURDER?: The Wizard hinted that Freydon’s family would soon face grave danger. If destiny could not be changed… perhaps the messenger could.
Freydon Packwell
Galethra the Radiant
Hilda Broadbelt
Lady Arwena Evenstar
An ancient and powerful figure whose calm presence inspires awe and unease alike. She speaks rarely, but when she does, her words carry the weight of foresight. MURDER?: She foresaw that the Grey Wizard’s next prophecy would ignite chaos across the realm. To preserve balance, she may have decided one life was a necessary sacrifice.
A stout and practical matron with a sharp tongue and a sharper memory. She prides herself on propriety and knows everyone’s business—whether they want her to or not. MURDER?: The Wizard threatened to publicly reveal a scandal from Hilda’s past that would shatter her carefully curated respectability. And no one embarrasses Hilda Broadbelt and lives to gossip about it.
Graceful and soft-spoken, Lady Arwena is torn between duty and desire. Her compassion is deep, but her choices may carry great consequences. MURDER?: The Wizard knew of her secret love—one that defied duty and royal expectation. If her heart was to remain free, perhaps his voice had to be silenced.
Lady Eowenna Shieldmaiden
Legorin Leafshot
Lobella Silverpouch
Fierce and proud, Eowenna refuses to be sidelined or underestimated. Beneath her armor lies a longing to prove her worth on her own terms. MURDER?: The Wizard dismissed her readiness for command in front of others. If she wished to prove her strength, perhaps she decided to take destiny into her own hands.
Keen-eyed and light-footed, Legorin never misses his mark. He prefers action to words and watches from the shadows when tensions rise. MURDER?: He saw the Wizard speaking secretly with an enemy of the forest. Legorin protects his realm first and asks questions later.
Wealthy, demanding, and perpetually dissatisfied, Lobella believes nearly everything rightfully belongs to her. She never forgets a slight and keeps careful mental ledgers of grudges owed. MURDER?: The Wizard refused to return a “small trinket” she insists was rightfully hers. Lobella does not forgive debts—especially when they sparkle.
Lorithiel of the Vale
Lunethiel the Night-Singer
Queen Tarmira the Faithful
Reserved and elegant, Lorithiel carries herself with quiet dignity. Her loyalty to her people is absolute, even when it conflicts with her heart. MURDER?: The Wizard planned to broker an alliance that would weaken her people’s independence. Loyalty to her homeland may have outweighed mercy.
A legendary figure whose songs are said to change fate itself. Her love is fierce and fearless, willing to challenge darkness head-on. MURDER?: Her latest song foretold a death under Frost Fall skies—but the Wizard claimed it was misinterpreted. Perhaps she ensured the prophecy unfolded her way.
Wise and resolute, Tarmira bears the weight of a kingdom on her shoulders. She trusts deeply but never blindly, knowing betrayal can come from unexpected places. MURDER?: The Wizard counseled restraint when she sought decisive action for her kingdom’s survival. A queen cannot always afford patience.
Samwell Greenhand
Kind and steady, Rosalyn has a gift for making people feel safe and heard. Her gentle presence masks a deep loyalty that could drive her to bold action. MURDER?: The Wizard discovered someone dear to her had committed a grave wrong. To protect the innocent, she may have chosen to bear the guilt herself.
Rosalyn Softweave
Devoted and practical, Samwell believes loyalty is the highest virtue. When pushed, his simple honesty can become unshakable resolve. MURDER?: The Wizard asked him to betray a friend for the greater good. Loyalty won.
Sarum the White Mind
Once revered for wisdom and order, Sarum now believes control is the only path to peace. His polished words conceal ambitions that may threaten everyone involved. MURDER?: He believes chaos must be prevented through control—and the Grey Wizard stood in his way. Order demands sacrifice.
Taurelle the Woodland Huntress
Swift and sharp-eyed, Taurelle moves through the forest as if it were part of her. She values freedom above all and bristles at rigid authority. MURDER?: The Wizard sought to restrict hunting lands in the name of “balance.” Freedom is not something Taurelle surrenders lightly.
Thoren Ironbark
Proud and driven, Thoren is determined to reclaim what he believes is rightfully his. His stubborn resolve inspires followers—and invites conflict. MURDER?: The Wizard refused to endorse his claim to ancestral lands. If words would not secure his inheritance, perhaps silence would.
Thrandor the Forest King
Regal and commanding, Thrandor rules with pride and caution. His distrust of outsiders is matched only by his fierce devotion to his realm. MURDER?: The Wizard urged him to trust outsiders in a matter of grave importance. Thrandor trusts only his own—and he will defend his realm at any cost.