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Murder is afoot at the Gnome! Murder Mystery during the Magic at Karlov Manor Prereleases this weekend

Gather, Planeswalkers! A Mystery Unfurls at Gnome Games!

Dust off your sleuthing skills and sharpen your spellcasting focus, for Gnome Games invites you to an event unlike any other: Murder at the Gnome Games: a Magic: the Gathering Prerelease like no other, shrouded in the chilling mystery of Murder at Karlov Manor Prereleases that only you can solve!

Prepare to step into the vibrant world of mystery at your favorite Gnome Games store, as it is transformed into a scene of intrigue and suspense. A beloved figure has fallen, and sinister whispers hang heavy in the air. Could it be the charismatic, competitive Barnaby “Mana Burn” Bolt, forever vying for supremacy? Or perhaps the gentle Lyra “Land Whisperer” Willowbrook, championing environmental awareness? Every Planeswalker amongst us becomes a suspect, and every card cast holds a clue.

Solve the Mystery – Intrigue at Gnome Games: A Murder Mystery at the Magic the Gathering Karlov Manor Prerelease

Hark, Planeswalkers! There has been a murder at Gnome Games and we need your help to solve the mystery!

For one event at each store only, Gnome Games transforms into a stage for murder and mayhem. You are no longer just patrons seeking prereleases and preordained packs. You are investigators, thrust into a tangled web of deceit and suspicion.

Unravel the clues as you play in the Magic the Gathering Murders at Karlov Manor Prerelease.

Decipher cryptic messages, untangle alibis, and navigate hidden passages. Use your strategic minds and collaborative spirit to interrogate suspects, analyze evidence, and piece together the puzzle before the final match is played. In the spirit of Magic the Gathering, you’ll earn more than more boosters when you win a match; clues are truly what you seek! 

Will you become the champion of justice, unmasking the killer and claiming victory? Or will you succumb to the shadows, forever trapped in the web of Karlov Manor’s deadly secrets?

The stakes are high, the mystery awaits, and the fate of Gnome Games hangs in the balance.

Gather your Planeswalker companions, sharpen your wits, and step into the shadows. The hunt for the murderer in afoot!

What to expect at the Murder at Karlov Manor Murder Mystery Prereleases

  • Interactive murder mystery gameplay: Play prereleases, gather clues, and uncover the truth through deduction and collaboration.
    Sweet eats and treats: enjoy some fine cheesecake delights, but beware – even the delicious temptations may contain clues!
    Engaging characters: Each guest becomes a suspect with their own secrets and motives.
    Twists and turns: Be prepared for red herrings, hidden passages, and a jaw-dropping reveal.
  • Magic the Gathering Gameplay – 3 rounds of Sealed Magic the Gathering Prerelease fun! Win a Match, Win a Murder at Karlov Manor Play Pack (and earn a clue to help solve the mystery)
  • An event filled with loads of thrills and laughter: Enjoy camaraderie, competition, and the unforgettable experience of solving a magical murder mystery.



Here are the event times and locations:

Preregister Online and reserve your seat today!

Murder Mystery at the Magic Murder at Karlov Manor Prerelease
Gnome Games Appleton
Friday Feb 2 at 6 PM (32 Player Cap)
https://gnomegames.com/event/murder-mystery-at-karlove-manor-prerelease-appleton/

Murder Mystery in the Shadow of Lambeau Murder at Karlov Manor Prerelease
Gnome Games Green Bay West
Friday Feb 2  – 6 pm
https://gnomegames.com/event/murders-at-karlov-manor-mystery-prerelease-green-bay-west/

There’s Been A Murder at Gnome Games Green Bay East Magic Prerelease
Gnome Games Green Bay East
Saturday Feb 3 – 1 PM
https://gnomegames.com/event/theres-been-a-murder-at-gbe/

Murder Mystery at The Gnoshery Magic Murders at Karlov Manor Prerelease –
The Gnoshery – Sturgeon Bay
Friday Feb 2 – 5 PM
https://the-gnoshery.com/event/murder-at-karlov-manor-prerelease-the-gnoshery/

Murder Mystery at the Magic Murders at Karlov Manor Prerelease – Friday Feb 2
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Disney Lorcana Release Events at Gnome Games August 18,19,20

Join the Gnomes for Disney Lorcana Premier August 18 – 20!

Gnome Games Appleton – Friday August 18 4 PM – 6 PM

Gnome Games Green Bay West – Friday August 18 6 PM – 9 PM

Gnome Games Green Bay East – Sunday August 20 3 PM – 5 PM

The Gnoshery – Sturgeon Bay – Saturday August 19 3 PM – 5 PM

Entry $30 – Includes a First Chapter Starter Deck and 2 Lorcana First Chapter Boosters Casual Play with staff teaching the game. No prizes, we are just having fun for this release celebration!

Disney Lorcana Illumineer League – Play Every Week! Entry Purchase 1 Lorcana Booster

Gnome Games Green Bay West – Saturdays 1 PM – 3 PM

Gnome Games Appleton – Saturdays 3 PM – 5 PM

Gnome Games Green Bay East – Sundays 3 PM – 5 PM

The Gnoshery / Gnome Games Sturgeon Bay – Sundays 2 PM – 4 PM

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Friday Pizza & Magic Prerelease! – Green Bay West – $45

Friday Evening Gnome West TMNT prerelease

gnome westCowabunga Dudes and Dudettes! It’s a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Prerelease at Gnome Games Green Bay West!
Friday, February 27th at 6pm!
$45+tax for entry*. Bring $5 if you’d like to get in on a Pizza order!

Our Friday Night Magic Sealed prerelease is our classic Sealed event. 3 Rounds of Swiss Win-A-Match-Win-A-Pack!  We have a limited amount of seats, so you may want to preregister on the MTG Companion App with code: NMJ74ZD

Magic: The Gathering gets a quadruple dose of mutagenic mayhem as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles make their debut on the battlefield! Collect, construct, and combat with an iconic roster of allies and enemies from four decades of time-tested Turtle-mania. Get the drop on Shredder’s goons with the all-new sneak mechanic, then enhance your team’s strength with Mutagen tokens to rise triumphant like the true heroes of New York!

Prerelease is your players’ first opportunity to get their hands on the newest Magic: The Gathering release and explore what the set has to offer. Prerelease Packs contain everything a player needs to build a deck and begin facing off in epic one-on-one matches.

©2025 Viacom International Inc. TM & ©2025 Wizards.

Contents:
  • 6 Magic: The Gathering® | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Play Boosters
    Each Play Booster contains 14 Magic: The Gathering cards

    • May contain these cards: TMT 1–252; PZA 1–20
    • 1–5 cards of rarity rare or higher (2: 25%; 3: 3%; 4: <1%)
    • 2–5 uncommon cards
    • 6–10 common cards
    • 1 land card
    • 1 card of any rarity is traditional foil
    • Foil borderless mythic rare Turtle in <1% of boosters
    • Traditional foil land replaces a land in 20% of boosters
  • 1 traditional foil rare/mythic rare card
  • Spindown™ life counter

Check out our other stores prerelease’s here!: Gnome Games 

But what is a Magic Prerelease event?

These events are hosted at Gnome Games and let you play with a new set a week ahead of its release.

Prereleases are run as Sealed events, which means you’ll construct a 40-card deck out of the contents of your Prerelease Pack and any number of basic lands. For more information from Wizards on the prerelease, check here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/formats/sealed-deck

Curious what cards you might get in packs? Check out some information here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/card-image-gallery

*pricing is subject to change up to 72 hours before the event

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Friday Noon Magic Prerelease! – Green Bay West – $45

Gnome West Turtles Prerelease Event Friday Noon

gnome westCowabunga Dudes and Dudettes! It’s a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Prerelease at Gnome Games Green Bay West!
Friday, February 27th at Noon!
$45+tax for entry.

Our Friday Noon Sealed prerelease is our classic Sealed event. 3 Rounds of Swiss Win-A-Match-Win-A-Pack!  We have a limited amount of seats, so you may want to preregister on the MTG Companion App with code: RZP74VN

Magic: The Gathering gets a quadruple dose of mutagenic mayhem as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles make their debut on the battlefield! Collect, construct, and combat with an iconic roster of allies and enemies from four decades of time-tested Turtle-mania. Get the drop on Shredder’s goons with the all-new sneak mechanic, then enhance your team’s strength with Mutagen tokens to rise triumphant like the true heroes of New York!

Prerelease is your players’ first opportunity to get their hands on the newest Magic: The Gathering release and explore what the set has to offer. Prerelease Packs contain everything a player needs to build a deck and begin facing off in epic one-on-one matches.

©2025 Viacom International Inc. TM & ©2025 Wizards.

Contents:
  • 6 Magic: The Gathering® | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Play Boosters
    Each Play Booster contains 14 Magic: The Gathering cards

    • May contain these cards: TMT 1–252; PZA 1–20
    • 1–5 cards of rarity rare or higher (2: 25%; 3: 3%; 4: <1%)
    • 2–5 uncommon cards
    • 6–10 common cards
    • 1 land card
    • 1 card of any rarity is traditional foil
    • Foil borderless mythic rare Turtle in <1% of boosters
    • Traditional foil land replaces a land in 20% of boosters
  • 1 traditional foil rare/mythic rare card
  • Spindown™ life counter

Check out our other stores prerelease’s here!: Gnome Games 

But what is a Magic Prerelease event?

These events are hosted at Gnome Games and let you play with a new set a week ahead of its release.

Prereleases are run as Sealed events, which means you’ll construct a 40-card deck out of the contents of your Prerelease Pack and any number of basic lands. For more information from Wizards on the prerelease, check here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/formats/sealed-deck

Curious what cards you might get in packs? Check out some information here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/card-image-gallery

*pricing is subject to change up to 72 hours before the event

Pokémon Day 2026 at Gnome Games Appleton East

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for Pokémon Day 2026!

On Saturday, February 28th we’re celebrating Pokémon Day 2026! This year marks the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, and we have lots of ideas for celebrating! Starting from open at 10 AM and running until close at 7 PM, we’ll have creative activities, exclusive promos, and a Professor on staff to battle players all day! Challenge the professor to receive trinkets, Pokémon Prize Packs, and most importantly, bragging rights. Will you beat the Professor and claim victory?

We’re also hosting exclusive giveaways for Pokémon products throughout the day! Come in, participate in an activity, challenge the Professor, and more to get entered in for various prizes!

What is Pokemon Day?

Every year on February 27, Pokémon fans around the world celebrate Pokémon Day to commemorate the release of the very first Pokémon video games in Japan. These games were Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green,  originally released on 27 February 1996! Now, Pokémon has grown into a worldwide phenomenon that brings joy to various parts of people’s lives.

Take a look at the Pokémon website for news, information, events and more!

Our Gnome Games calendar has more Pokémon events to see!

Pokémon League Cup at Gnome Games Appleton East – $5/$10/$15

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our Pokémon League Cup!

On Saturday, February 21st at 2 PM we’re hosting our quarterly League Cup! This Cup takes place directly after our League Challenge if players are looking to try out their decks in a slightly less competitive environment beforehand. This is a 3 Round Swiss style tournament, with potential for playoffs based on attendance and standings at the conclusion of the Swiss rounds. Rounds are 30 minutes, best of one, where each round won awards players with Prize Packs! Everyone gets a Prize Pack at seating just for participating!

Entry for Juniors is $5, Seniors is $10, and Masters is $15. Players must have a Pokémon ID. Don’t have one? We can help you sign up! We have sheets available in-store, and the rest of the registration process can be done at home.

What are Pokémon League Challenges and League Cups?

Pokémon League Challenges are competitive level tournaments at the Local Store level. These events are entry-level competitions, great for competitors of all experience levels! League Challenges specifically grant Championship Points toward earning an invitation to the Pokémon World Championships. League Challenge events are typically held once per month at select Pokémon League locations. These events use the Standard format, and require decks to be Tournament legal.

At higher levels are Pokémon League Cups. Typically held quarterly, League Cup event competitors can expect a step up, with tougher competitors vying for greater rewards. These also offer greater rewards, including more Championship Points and a Championship Playmat!

Looking for more Pokémon events, news, information and more? Take a look at their website!

For more Pokémon events at Gnome Games, take a look at our calendar!

February Pokémon League Challenge at Gnome Games Appleton East – $5/$10

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our February Pokémon League Challenge!

It’s the time of the month where we do our competitive level Pokémon TCG League Challenge! On February 21st at 11 AM we’ll be taking off in a 3 round Swiss style tournament! Each match won awards you with Prize Packs, so the better you do, the more Championship Points you get, the more likely you are to get an invitation to the Pokémon World Championships. Additionally each round, a Prize Pack goes out to a random player!

Each round is 30 minutes, best of one. Entry for Juniors and Seniors is $5, and entry for Masters is $10. Players will need a Pokémon ID to enter into the tournament. Don’t have one? We can help you sign up! We have sheets available in-store, and the rest of the registration process can be done at home.

What is a Pokémon League Challenge?

Pokémon League Challenges are competitive level tournaments at the Local Store level. These events are entry-level competitions, great for competitors of all experience levels! League Challenges specifically grant Championship Points toward earning an invitation to the Pokémon World Championships. League Challenge events are typically held once per month at select Pokémon League locations. These events use the Standard format, and require decks to be Tournament legal.

At higher levels are Pokémon League Cups. Typically held quarterly, League Cup event competitors can expect a step up, with tougher competitors vying for greater rewards. These also offer greater rewards, including more Championship Points and a Championship Playmat!

Looking for more Pokémon events, news, information and more? Take a look at their website!

For more Pokémon events at Gnome Games, take a look at our calendar!

Union Arena Kagurabachi Release Event at Gnome Games Appleton East – $30

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our Union Arena Kagurabachi Release Event!

On Saturday, February 21st at 2 PM we’re hosting a Kagurabachi Release Event! Players will open 5 packs of Kagurabachi and use them in a deck to compete in matches! The tournament is 3 rounds of Swiss where each round won awards players with another pack of Kagurabachi! Each round is 30 minutes, best of one. Participants all receive a Release Event Pack and a Chihiro Rokuhira promotional card. The grand Winner will receive a Winner foil stamped Chihiro Rokuhira promotional card!

Players must register ahead of time using Bandai TCG+. Entry is $30.

What is Union Arena?

UNION ARENA is a “Common Rules Trading Card Game”, which means players only need to learn 1 set of rules to play this card game using characters from series they love. In UNION ARENA you can find many popular characters from various series on the cards! Make a deck with characters from your favorite series and enjoy battles that even cross series! For more information on how to play Union Arena, check here!

Interested in more Union Arena news? Check out their website!

More Union Arena Events are on our Gnome Games calendar!

Magic the Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Store Championship at Gnome Games Appleton East – $20

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our Magic the Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Store Championship!

On Sunday, February 15th at 12 PM we’re hosting a Lorwyn Eclipsed Store Championship! Occurring only once per set, Store Championships are a great way to up your competitive Standard format game by playing against others for exclusive promotional cards. Rounds are based on attendance, with 5 rounds being the most rounds possible, with a potential for Top Cut based on standings at the end of Swiss rounds. Rounds are 50 minutes, best of 2. Participants will receive a Goblin Bombardment promotional card. The top 8 players will receive a Guide of Souls promotional card, and the Winner will receive an exclusive full art Ocelot Pride promotional card!

 

Entry is $20.

 

A Standard Legal Deck is required for play. As a reminder, the Wizards of the Coast website provides a list of all currently legal sets in Standard. Players must have a Wizards account to register for the event. To register ahead of time, use the following code on the Companion App: QMQPVQW

Players can brush up on their skills at our Standard Showdown tournaments, every Sunday at 1 PM!

What is Standard Showdown?

“Standard” refers to a format in Magic the Gathering where decks consist of 60 cards. Decks can have no more than 4 copies of any given card (excluding Basic lands). Our Magic Standard Showdown event is a constructed tournament where players compete in 1 on 1 matches for packs and exclusive promotional cards. These change with every set! This is a more competitive event, so decks are required to be standard legal according to Wizard of the Coast’s legality rulings.

Take a peek at the Magic the Gathering website for more information, events, and more!

Looking for more Magic the Gathering at Gnome Games? Check out our calendar here!

Union Arena Rare Battle -Goddess of Victory: Nikke- at Gnome Games Appleton East – $15

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our Union Arena Rare Battle -Goddess of Victory: Nikke- Event!

On Saturday, February 7th at 2 PM we’re hosting a Union Arena Rare Battle for -Goddess of Victory: Nikke-! Using decks specifically themed around -Goddess of Victory: Nikke-, players will battle in 3 rounds of a Swiss style tournament. There are exclusive promos for participation, top 4, and the grand Winner, so bring your best decks. Rounds are 30 minutes, best of 1. Each round won awards players with an additional pack of -Goddess of Victory: Nikke-!

Players must register ahead of time on Bandai TCG+. Entry is $15. Decks must be themed around -Goddess of Victory: Nikke-.

What is Union Arena?

UNION ARENA is a “Common Rules Trading Card Game”, which means players only need to learn 1 set of rules to play this card game using characters from series they love. In UNION ARENA you can find many popular characters from various series on the cards! Make a deck with characters from your favorite series and enjoy battles that even cross series! For more information on how to play Union Arena, check here!

Interested in more Union Arena news? Check out their website!

More Union Arena Events are on our Gnome Games calendar!

Disney Lorcana Winterspell Pack Rush Prerelease at Gnome Games Appleton East – $20

Join us at Gnome Games Appleton East for our Disney Lorcana Winterspell Pack Rush Prerelease!

On Sunday, February 15th starting at 1 PM we’re hosting a Winterspell Pack Rush Prerelease! In Pack Rush, players get 2 packs, shuffle them together, and play right away! It’s best not to look at the cards when shuffling to keep things a surprise. The marketing and puzzle cards become 2 Ink at the very start of the game, and all cards can be used as Ink! The first player to 15 lore wins the game! After players have participated in two matches, they can head to the front counter and receive another pack of Winterspell. All participants receive a Timon – Snowball Swiper just for playing!

Players should register ahead of time on the Ravensburger Play Hub. Entry is $20.

What is Winterspell about?

Glimmers from Disney’s Mickey’s Christmas Carol will carol their way into your decks… ghosts and all! With over 200 cards in the forecast, you’ll love experiencing the magic that arrives with this winter season.

Even though these glimmers are used to the tropical heat, they’re turning this snow day into the ultimate play day. And with the wintry winds come Angel, Reuben, Slushy, and more experiments from Disney Lilo & Stitch: The Series, ready to join the snowball fights and snowboarding runs.

You no longer need to wonder if Pocahontas and her forest friends are near. Making their realm debut, these glimmers can’t wait to explore the forests of Lorcana, now blanketed in snow. With her strength and kindness, this heroine will lead you to exciting adventures.

As a mysterious vine begins to grow in the Inklands, an Elsa glimmer attempts to stop its growth with her mystical powers. However, this inadvertently causes a winter storm to blow through the realm. In this adventure, you’ll not only happen upon this incredible Ice Artisan, but other glimmers donning crisp new looks.

These wintry conditions are perfect for these unlikely friends to embark on a new adventure. Scamper around the snowbanks with them, and you may even run into glimmers of Big Mama, Vixey, Boomer, Dinky, and the ever-caring Widow Tweed.

What is Lorcana?

Disney Lorcana is a game where you team up with your favorite Disney characters and embark on exciting adventures! In the magical realm of Lorcana, you’ll work with your team of characters in a race for prized story stars. This immersive trading card game involves collecting cards and building decks, offers fun and strategic play, and lets you play against one or more opponents.

Interested in more Lorcana information? Check out their website!

Want to check out more Lorcana at Gnome Games? Take a peek at our calendar!

Learn to Play with the Gnomes: Jungo

Learn to Play Jungo with Gnome Games!  Wednesday, March 18th at 7pm, one of the Gnomes will be helping players learn to play the family card game Jungo!

This is a Free event! Seating is limited, but we’re looking to help introduce more players to great games every Wednesday during our weekly Board Game Night!

We’ll go over the basics of the game and then jump into playing the game with the Gnome community!

Curious about the game? You can read a few reviews or find videos here while you wait for Wednesday!

Ready to play? Check our calendar for event times and opportunities!