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Mysterium

Decode the spirits and unravel the mystery

Mechanics:

Action Choice, Area Management, Betting, Chance, Cooperative, Deduction, Drafting, Exploration, Hidden Action, Negotiation, Observation, Point Salad, Real-time, Resource Management, Simultaneous Action, Turn-based, Voting, Worker Placement,

Dynamics:

Adaptability, Attention, Communication, Creativity, Credibility, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Delegation, Feedback, Goal Setting, Grit, Growth Mindset, Listening, Multitasking, Organization, Problem Solving, Reliability, Resourcefulness, Risk-taking, Self Advocacy, Strategy Development, Teamwork, Time Management,

HOW TO PLAY

Play Personalities

Joker, Explorer, Competitor, Director, Storyteller,

As a Physical Game

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As a Digital Game

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As an Opener

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As a Core Activity

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As a Closer

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FACILITATION TIPS

Buy / Access

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Asmodee-MYST01-Mysterium/dp/B013TJ5P80

DIY Notes:

Variations

> Hidden Signs or Secrets and Lies expansions 

> Mysterium Park edition

Pulse Check

Q - Are people having fun — smiling, laughing, in deep thought? 

Q - Does everyone seem open to keep playing? Are the disengaged able to be more engaged? 

Q - Do you hear productive strategizing about how to improve process or results?

How

Position the reflection around pathways and resources for accomplishing goals and future growth: 


Q - How did the team organize itself around the rules and objectives? 

Q - Did conflict or miscommunication affect the game? How might you address that for next time? 

Q - Would more time, people, or resources have shifted the team's approach? How so?

Think

Position the reflection around rational planning and communication methods: 


Q - Did this game illuminate any patterns in how you give and receive information? 

Q - How might it be helpful to know the preferences and tendencies of your colleagues? 

Q - Could your team benefit from additional or more diverse perspectives?

Have feedback? Offer your thoughts here:

Learning Preambles

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