# Mystery of the Abbey ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1995 - **BGG Rating**: 6.5 - **BGG Rank**: #1951 - **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 5) - **Duration**: 60-90 min - **Weight**: 2.20 / 5 - **Designers**: Bruno Faidutti, Serge Laget - **Artists**: Cyrille Daujean, Emmanuel Roudier, Julien Delval, Xavier Gueniffey Durin - **Publishers**: Days of Wonder, MultiSim, Edge Entertainment, Giochi Uniti, JELLY JELLY GAMES, KDS Distribuzione (Italy), Maldito Games, Mojito Studios, Mosaico Jogos, Paladium Games - **Categories**: Deduction, Medieval, Murder / Mystery, Religious - **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Deduction, Dice Rolling, Events, Hand Management, Paper-and-Pencil, Set Collection ## Verdict Great for mystery lovers seeking strategy with a dark humor twist and plenty of player interaction.Classic deduction gameImmersive medieval settingUnique questioning mechanicRequires careful attention to detailUnpredictable events can disrupt plansHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Mystery of the Abbey, or Mistério da Abadia, is that classic whodunit reminiscent of Clue, but with a French medieval twist that adds a unique charm. Three to six players enter a monastery full of corridors, cloisters, and secrets, each receiving cards describing monks from three orders, varying in fatness, hood, beard, and more. The goal? Identify the murdered monk before time runs out. The game blends area movement—players can move up to two spaces per turn—with strategic questioning: “How many fat monks do you have in your hand?” If someone refuses to answer, they can take a vow of silence, but this allows the questioner to ask a follow‑up. Every four turns a Mass occurs, bringing a surprise event and making players pass cards to their left neighbor, heightening the tension. Rooms have unique effects: in the cell you can grab a card from a neighbor, in the Cryptorum you earn an extra turn. Unlike Clue, a correct accusation doesn’t immediately win; you earn points for correct declarations and may lose for incorrect ones, so balancing information and risk is key. The deduction mechanic, combined with hand management, dice rolling, and random events, creates a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps everyone on edge. If you enjoy investigative games with a dark humor edge and a medieval setting, Mystery of the Abbey is a choice that will test your ability to read between the lines and maximize every clue. ## FAQ ### How many players can play? 3 to 6 players, making it great for small to medium groups. ### How long does a game last? 60 to 90 minutes, depending on discussion depth and question exchanges. ### What is the game’s complexity? Medium; it involves deduction, hand management, and dice rolling, but the rules are not overly complicated. ### What are the main components? Board, monk cards, event cards, dice, position tokens, and paper and pen for notes. ### Is it suitable for beginners? Yes, though the theme and questioning may require some reasoning; ideal for those familiar with deduction games. ### How does the Mass work? Every four turns, all players return to the sanctuary, an event card is read, and cards are passed to the left neighbor. ### Does the game have digital versions? Yes, there is a Tabletopia implementation for online play. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Rejoga**: R$ 360,00 (/partner/go.php?p=rejoga&g=6346&u=https%3A%2F%2Frejoga.com.br%2Fanuncio%2Fe6733031-4cea-4ff4-a164-42ba89672b52%3Forigem%3Dboardgamesbot) - **Amazon**: R$ 369,00 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0GTJ6F6B2?tag=bgbot26b-20&linkCode=as2) - **Bravo Jogos**: R$ 269,61 (https://bravojogos.com.br/jogos-de-tabuleiro-e-cardgames/jogo-misterio-na-abadia-p?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Pira no Boardgame**: R$ 300,00 (https://piranoboardgame.com.br/jogo/misterio-na-abadia?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Cangaia Jogos**: R$ 311,54 (https://www.cangaiajogos.com.br/jogos/jogos-para-a-familia/misterio-na-abadia?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Livtoys**: R$ 315,27 (https://www.livtoys.com.br/boardgames/misterio-na-abadia?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Space Board Games**: R$ 320,85 (https://www.spaceboardgames.com.br/jogos-de-tabuleiro/misterio-na-abadia?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/mystery-of-the-abbey ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 40.72 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6575724&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/1782/mystery-of-the-abbey?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com