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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/

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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

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Game on Every Table – Toys for Tots runs through December 8th!

Gnome Games is once again a Toys for Tots location and invites you to help us put a game on every table this holiday season. While Christmas is several weeks away, the Toys for Tots program ends December 8th so we need your help today! I

Gnome Games has teamed up with several publishers to stretch your gift giving dollars just a little farther with the Gnome Games Game on Every Table Program. Simply select a game that you want to give to one of your friends, your family, or even yourself from the publishers that are participating in the program and you’ll be able to purchase a second copy of that same game for 50% off to put into the Toys for Tots bin at Gnome Games.



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Gnome Home Delivery – bringing games directly to your home!

Gnome Games provides Gnome Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Service!
Update December 17, 2020

All Gnome Games stores are open for holiday shopping, with masks required and limited capacity, and we have contactless curbside pickup and home delivery options.  Curbside pickup is currently available from 10 – 7 PM Daily Monday – Friday, 10 – 6 Saturday and Noon – 5 Sunday

 

Gnome Games brings the very best in tabletop fun to the tables, and now you don’t even have to leave your home to get the games you want to play delivered right to your home or office with Gnome Home Delivery! Gnome Games will deliver games from our stores to your home 7 days a week.

Here’s how the Gnome Home Delivery Service works:

Simply message any of the Gnome Games stores via Facebook or give us a call before 3 PM and we’ll deliver the games, puzzles and supplies you want directly to your home the same evening.  We make one delivery run in both Appleton and Green Bay each evening usually before 8 PM.  If weather is poor we may delay delivery and will let you know when you place your order.

Special arrangements may be available for delivery at other times based on driver availability.

Stay at home where it’s warm and safe. Play with your family without venturing out.  New Games.  Old Games, Fun Games – all delivered from Gnome Games.

Delivery fees start at $5 per delivery, within 15 miles of any Gnome Games location, with additional fees based on distance.

To place an order from the Gnome Games Green Bay West (Green Bay West Side) store give us a call at (920) 499-4263 or message us on the Gnome Games Green Bay West Facebook page – https://facebook.com/gnomegames

To place an order from Gnome Games Green Bay East (Green Bay East Side) give us a call at (920) 965-1380 or message us on the Gnome Games Green Bay East Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/GnomeGamesEast/

To place an order from Gnome Games Appleton give us a call at (920) 884-7504 or message us on the Gnome Games Appleton Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/GnomeGamesAppletonEast/

What games will Gnome Games deliver?

Gnome Home Delivery will deliver new board games, puzzles, booster displays, collectible card decks, puzzles, role playing books, dice, miniatures, paints and painting supplies and other accessories to your home or business. We will not deliver singles, used merchandise, card sleeves, playmats or most TCG accessories at this time.

Gnome Home Delivery Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does someone have to be home for the delivery? Yes, we will not deliver to a mailbox, empty house or location where the customer that purchased the games is not present. The customer will have to provide a photo ID for delivery.
  • How can I pay for my games? You can pay vial PayPal or credit card over the phone.  We will not take cash or swipe cards at the door for our drivers safety.
  • Can I have games delivered to my office or where I work? No, this is no longer an option – as we deliver after 4 PM most offices are closed.
  • Why is Gnome Games doing Gnome Home Delivery? Because we care about putting great games on your tables safely.  We want to allow our customers to get great games locally today without having to leave the safety and comfort of their homes. While we encourage everyone to get out and play with friends and family; sometimes it’s not a good idea to come out and play, or you simply can’t get out of the house.  That’s where the Gnomes bring the best in tabletop directly to you.
  • What if I’m really sick – will Gnome Games still deliver? Yes, this is an important part of why we have the Gnome Home Delivery Program. We do ask that you let us know if you or someone in your house is sick so our staff can take appropriate personal safety measures. All of our home deliveries are contactless.  We bring the games, and call from the street to make sure you are home.  You let us know you are there ready for them, we drop the games off by the door and watch you pick it up.  WE DO NOT ENTER APARTMENT BUILDINGS OR RESIDENCES TO DELIVER.
  • How about delivery if I live in Pulaski or Denmark or Marinette? We can deliver to outlying areas, but there will be an additional delivery fee based on distance. Just ask and we’ll let you know how we can get you the games or puzzles you really want to play.
  • What about Appleton? Appleton now has Gnome Home Delivery there too!
  • What if I order after 3 PM?  We’ll try to get it out the same day, but if our drivers have left the stores for delivery we’ll deliver the next day.
  • Can I return a game? We are not accepting any returns of opened games or any collectible items. All holiday returns must be made by January 15th 2021 with receipt. After that date we will return to the 30 day limit on returns Please save your receipt if you aren’t going to open the games.
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L.L.A.M.A. – is the 2020 Stocking Stuffer of the Year!

Gnome Games announces the 2020 Stocking Stuffer of the Year – L.L.A.M.A. by Amigo Games!

Each year Gnome Games selects one game as the Stocking Stuffer of the Year. The selection criteria include fun factor, replayability, value, and of course the ability to fit inside the normal stocking. The Gnomes do not accept rewards, payment or consideration from the manufacturer in the selection of this award, and evaluate the games by playing them with friends, family, customers, and most importantly with kids as part of the Gnome Games Community Outreach and Family Game Night Program.

The 2020 Stocking stuffer of the Year is L.L.A.M.A – from Amigo Games.

LLAMA is the 2020 Stocking Stuffer of the Year

Try to get rid of all your cards so you don’t take any markers, but if you can’t you have a real dillama—should I pick another card or quit? Maybe you can play that card later, but if not you’ve just hurt your score. The player with the fewest markers wins in this game with the name that says it all: Don’t Let Llamas And Markers Accumulate!

  • Nominated for the 2019 Spiel des Jahres
  • Unique scoring system adds strategy and risk
  • From well-known inventor Reiner Knizia (600+ games published)
  • Made in Germany—European quality and tariff-free!

Just $10!

Ages 8+
20 Minutes to Play
2 – 6 Players

How to Play LLAMA

Don’t forget that we have other years Stocking Stuffer of the Year available too! Games like  Astro Trash, Fluxx, Timeline and others that continue to provide hours of fun for families.

Gnome Games also Gift Wraps for Free!