ONLY the people mentioned know the clue. These moments take place BEFORE the body has been found but AFTER the murder has occurred. Use them however you'd like.
Clue 1: While wandering outside, Sebastian Moran overhears a snatch of conversation from inside through an open window. Cecelia Holmes is on the phone. He hears her dismissing the caller, saying, "It will be alright, I got what I wanted, and I'm leaving tonight," before she hangs up and moves away. // @fxckingmoran
Clue 2: As he settles near the fire, Victor Trevor notices a piece of paper, crumpled and a little singed but otherwise fine. A note is on it: I saw you two together this evening. Do what I ask M, and all will be forgotten between us, EL. // @vxctorx
Clue 3: While passing through the hallway near Ătienneâs office, Gareth Mallory spots something unusual on the floor: a single earring. Itâs small and understated, with a silver stud. He picks it up, intending to return it to its owner, but unsure to whom it belongs. // @dontcxckitup
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@consultingsister has checked into La Montagne Solitaire
Name: Cecelia Holmes
Age: 36
Occupation: Fashion Editor at British Vogue
Faceclaim: Keira Knightley
Short Description: Somewhere between 'cold and calculating' and 'a bit of a laugh', you'll find Cecelia Holmes. She comes from endless money and power and a 'no' is simply an invitation to ask again in her eyes. She can be sweet when it suits her, but it doesn't come naturally to her. She is fiercely protective of her family and career, but she'll always put her own needs first. Will flirt to pass the time.
Connections to Other Guests/People: Cee knows or at least knows of most people who visit La Montagne Solitaire. The victim has known her since she was young, working with her mother in the 80s until her mother's death. He's tried to work with Celia's father without much luck.
Welcome to La Montagne Solitaire.
Picture the scene: twilight casting long shadows over the snow-laden peaks, the hum of luxury cars and quiet chatter filling the air as guests emerge, eager to make themselves at home in this secluded, exclusive resort. The slopes are pristine, untouched by a single ski, the snow falling gently as if to welcome each of you to this breathtaking but isolated hideaway.
Your characters arrive in anticipationâsome craving the thrill of the mountains, others the decadence of après-ski. Inside the resort, warm fires crackle, casting a golden glow across polished floors and grand windows overlooking the endless white wilderness. The concierge, aloof and observant, awaits to greet you while a team of discreet, efficient staff tends to your every need.
But something else stirs here. The resortâs elegance and serenity are undercut by an edge, a feeling that this beautiful, silent mountain holds secretsâand maybe even dangersâbeneath the snow. Each of you has your own reason for being here, your own history and secrets, and tonight, perhaps, the mountain will uncover them all.
Go ahead: let your characters enter, introduce themselves, and settle in. Whether theyâre basking in the luxury, nervously glancing over their shoulder, or already sensing something sinister, let their thoughts and actions bring this world to life.
Welcome to the first step in our mysteryâenjoy the quiet, for it wonât last long.
There will be a couple of hours of in-character time before the body is found. Please feel free to create open starters and reply to others!
@dontcxckitup has checked into La Montagne Solitaire
Name: Gareth Mallory
Age: 52
Occupation: Head of MI6, formerly soldier of the British SAS
Faceclaim: Ralph Fiennes
Short Description: Gareth is aloof and rather scans the room and its occupants before actually engaging in conversation. Once conversation with him has started, though, and it is of interest to him, he becomes close to an extrovert. He is smart, well-read, cynical, but charming and courteous. And an eye-catcher I mean DUH.
Connections to other guests/people: Perhaps another guest has been/is working for the government? Or was in the army and they crossed paths?
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@fxckingmoran has checked into La Montagne Solitaire
Name: Sebastian Moran
Age: 36
Faceclaim: Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Occupation: Criminal Sniper/Hitman (But will tell people he works in security)
Short Description: Charming but a little rough around the edges, Sebastianâs unafraid to put himself in the centre of attention. Secretly intelligent and perceptive, he plays up the laddish behaviour to deflect from anyone getting to know him. Privacy is important to him given his job and a lot about him is a front when you first meet him.
Connections to Other Guests/People: Heâd know Cee through the Holmes connection and Jim being obsessed with the family but itâs very surface level. Other than that he knows no-one else except the victim.
@tealeavesandthorns has checked into La Montagne Solitaire
Name: Maria Alice Trudy Bloomsco
Age: 46
Occupation: Librarian
Faceclaim: Rachel Weisz
Short Description: Maria is the daughter of a famous mob boss Nicholas Bloomsco - a man who for a long time duel wielded being a well paid lawyer and the head of a criminal empire. Maria is the soft-hearted jewel in her father's crown, distancing herself from the crime that has funded her families comfortable lifestyle Maria has chosen to work as a librarian. Caring, loving and fiercely loyal, Maria is a passionate lady with a tendency to babble and ramble when excited. Maria is a bibliophile, an endless romantic and a cinnamon roll.
Connections to Other Guests/People: No connections as of yet but it'll be fun to forge them!
@richardxoliverxmayhew has checked into La Montagne Solitaire
Name: Richard Oliver Mayhew
Age: 37
Occupation: Art auctioneer by day. Art thief behind the scenes
Faceclaim: James Mcavoy
Short Description: He is clever, charismatic, has an appreciation for finer things, and has a tendency to be reckless, but can also be endearingly bumbling under a first impression.
Connections to Other Guests/People: Richard was hired by Etienne Lacroix to steal a painting that Victor Trevor owns. While he hasnât stolen the painting, yet, he was hired to gather information from Trevor which is how he came to be at this gathering.
Name: Victor Charles Trevor
Age: 47
Occupation: Owner and CEO of one of the largest tea companies in the UK.
Short Description: Born into a life of inherited opulence, Victor is well known among his equally elite circles as an avid art collector. He is often attending various well established auction houses for the latest bids. Though he inherited this hobby and his business from his father, he has proven quite different from the man in every other respect. A charmer and a people pleaser, he makes a good conversationalist, even if he may not truly harbour any favourable sentiments towards his companion. He met Ătienne through the art world and although he does not hold him in high regard in terms of his character, he can't deny the man's talent at procuring rare art pieces. In fact, he has been sold a few pieces by the man.
Connections to Other Guests/People: If they're within his own social circles, then Victor knows them, albeit even distantly. He makes it his business to know anyone who could benefit him in the long run, and is quick to make friends.
The isolated ski resort, La Montagne Solitaire, caters to an elite clientele. Known for its pristine slopes, luxurious spa, and breathtaking views, the resort is nestled high in the Swiss Alps. Guests arrived just before the seasonâs first major snowfall, excited for days of skiing and nights of decadence. But after an avalanche hits the night of the murder, communication with the outside world is cut offâthere's no signal, and the rescue team is delayed for three days. Panic slowly sets in as the guests realise they are trapped with a murderer among them.
The resort's staff, led by the mysterious concierge, have locked down the hotel in hopes of protecting the guests. But with tensions rising and secrets starting to surface, itâs only a matter of time before someone else gets hurt.
This is a group murder mystery verse created for independent OCs and canon muses. Tumblr + discord based. More info under the cut.
Meet our murder victim, Ătienne Lacroix. A fifty-four Art Dealer and Antiquities Collector.
Ătienne Lacroix is known for his impeccable taste and shady business dealings. A well-established art dealer, he has amassed a fortune brokering high-stakes deals between powerful clients in Europe and beyond. He moves in elite circles, yet his reputation is tainted by whispers of illegal trades and stolen artefacts. Despite the luxury of his life, Ătienne is a man with many enemies, and the world of art is more cutthroat than most realize.
Ătienne presents himself as cultured and refined, the perfect dinner guest who can speak at length about art, history, and travel. But beneath the surface, he is ruthless in business and personal affairs alike. He has a long history of broken promises and ruined reputations, and few truly mourn his deathâmany at the resort even consider it overdue. Heâs made plenty of enemies, from jealous competitors to clients he's double-crossed.
Unbeknownst to most of the guests, Ătienne had a past that was darker than mere art fraud. His dealings in stolen antiquities had connected him to dangerous circles, including criminals who would stop at nothing to recover their stolen treasures. Recently, heâd been involved in a deal that went sour, where a priceless artefact vanishedâleading some to speculate whether he was hiding it or, worse, had already sold it to another bidder.
Your Character
Please submit your character sheet.
Name:
Age:
Occupation:
Faceclaim:
Short Description: Provide a brief overview of your characterâs personality, and any quirks that make them stand out. Think of this as their first impression on the other guests. Are they charming, eccentric, or perhaps a little too quiet?
Secret: Every character in this story has a secret. What are they hiding from the other guests? It could be something from their past, a shady business deal, or a personal vendetta. Be creativeâthis will add layers to their interactions and might tie into the larger mystery.
Motive for the Murder: Why might your character have a reason to want Ătienne Lacroix dead? It could be personal, professional, or even incidental, but give your character a clear reason why they might be a suspect. This is where the fun starts!
Connections to Other Guests/People: Does your character know any of the other guests at the resort? Are they friends, rivals, or complete strangers? These relationships can create interesting dynamics and give your character more to play off of. If they donât know anyone yet, thatâs fine tooâtheyâll make connections as the mystery unfolds.
Once accepted you will be added to the discord server. The server will act primarily as a place for updates but there will be a chance to chat ooc and there will be ic chat rooms for one-liners/dialogue.
Role Assignment and Killer Selection
Once 6-8 roles have been filled, each member (myself included) will be assigned a number. I will use a random number generator to determine The Killer, who will be notified privately by me. IMPORTANT: The Killerâs identity must remain a closely guarded secret. Under no circumstances should this role be revealed, either in or out of character. Doing so will spoil the entire game (and result in removal from the groupâso letâs keep things fun, yeah?).
This roleplay is meant to unfold gradually and organically. You can join as long as you're committed to contributing regularly to the story. Itâs open to all fandoms, canon characters, and OCs, but inactive players will be replaced to ensure the narrative keeps moving.
Group Etiquette
OOC drama will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal from the groupâno exceptions.
Duplicate face claims wonât be allowed to avoid confusion.
The group will be relaxed but do stay engaged. This is a collaborative mystery, and silence disrupts the fun for everyone.
Plot Progression
Throughout the roleplay, I will introduce plot points to guide the narrative and provide opportunities for character interactions. These events will unravel over several days of in-story time, encouraging your characters to collaborate, investigate, or accuse one another. These will include key moments like:
The Discovery of the Murder
An Avalanche that Traps the Guests
Plot point 1
Plot point 2
The Final Showdown
Expect the unexpected, and use these plot points to deepen your characterâs story while piecing together clues.
Keep an eye on the groupâs tag: *s(no)w escape murder mystery for updates and threads.
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