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Blazers & Secrets Character Roles

(Businessmen, Corporate Sharks, Startup Founders, White-Collar Criminals, Executives, Consultants, and Clean-Cut Schemers)

These are the characters who look put-together on the outside—but might be crumbling, conniving, or covering up financial (or literal) murders on the inside. In the world of mystery parties, the Blazers & Secrets crowd dress sharp, talk slick, and leave behind a paper trail… or a body.

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EXAMPLE LOOKS OF BLAZERS AND SECRETS COSTUMES.

TYPES OF MURDER MYSTERY PARTY CHARACTERS

Who Falls into the Blazers and Secrets Crowd?

  • The Corporate Executive – High-powered, highly suspicious. Knows how to manipulate a boardroom and a crime scene.

  • The Startup Bro – Hoodie and blazer combo, lives on cold brew and buzzwords. May have motive and a VC-funded alibi.

  • The Shady Consultant – Smiles too much, says too little, probably sent the murder weapon via FedEx.

  • The Middle Manager with Secrets – Underappreciated. Overstressed. Might snap at any moment.

  • The Financial Advisor – Sharp suit, slippery ethics. Could embezzle you with a handshake.

  • The Publicist or Agent – Deals in spin, charm, and plausible deniability.

  • The Real Estate Developer – Charismatic, confident, and not above burying evidence and zoning applications.

  • The Former CEO – Fired for reasons "the board can't disclose." Bitterness is the cologne.

  • The Corporate Spy / Mole – Disguised as ordinary. Watches everything. Trusts no one.

  • The Banker - Clean suit, frugal, possibly under investigation for skimming off the top drawer. 

💼 Character Breakdown for Blazers & Secrets Roles

Because murder is just another form of hostile takeover.

🏢 The Corporate Executive – The Power Player

Vibe: Ruthless, polished, and always closing deals—or covering tracks. High-powered, highly suspicious.
Costume (from your closet):
Tailored suit or blazer, crisp white shirt, polished shoes, expensive watch.
Easy to buy: Clip-on ID badge, briefcase, Bluetooth earpiece.
Props: Leather portfolio, business cards, champagne flute (or cold brew).
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Walk like you own the venue—and everyone in it.

  • Interrupt people mid-sentence, then thank yourself for speaking.

  • Use corporate jargon in life-or-death situations.
    Sayings:

“This meeting could’ve been an email… or a cover-up.”
“I don’t panic—I delegate.”
“That’s not blood, it’s brand synergy.”

☕ The Startup Bro – The Buzzword Bandit

Vibe: Hoodie, blazer, and unearned confidence. Thinks a murder is just another “pivot.”
Costume (from your closet):
Hoodie under a blazer, slim jeans, sneakers, messy hair that says I woke up like this (in my coworking space).
Easy to buy: Reusable coffee cup, fake investor pitch deck, laptop sticker pack.
Props: Cold brew, smartphone, whiteboard marker, fake “pitch notes.”
Quirks & How to Act:

  • End every sentence with “we’re still in beta.”

  • Explain everything like you’re pitching it to Shark Tank.

  • Panic if your Wi-Fi drops below 4 bars.
    Sayings:

“We’re disrupting the murder industry.”
“Honestly, this homicide is such a brand opportunity.”
“Don’t call it a cover-up—call it stealth mode.”

😏 The Shady Consultant – The Professional Enigma

Vibe: Too friendly, too calm, too… murdery. Always “between clients” and ethics.
Costume (from your closet):
Smart-casual—button-down, vest, loafers, mysterious smirk.
Easy to buy: FedEx envelope, fake business cards, Bluetooth headset.
Props: Tablet, clipboard, or “confidential” folder.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Smile too much. Say very little.

  • Always “in the loop,” never “on the record.”

  • Take mysterious phone calls and step out dramatically.
    Sayings:

“I prefer to work… behind the scenes.”
“Deliverables? Delivered.”
“I didn’t say that. You inferred it.”

📉 The Middle Manager with Secrets – The Breaking Point

Vibe: Overworked, overlooked, and one bad meeting away from mayhem.
Costume (from your closet):
Wrinkled shirt, loosened tie, ID badge, and a haunted look of someone who’s seen too many PowerPoints.
Easy to buy: Stress ball, to-go coffee cup, clipboard labeled “Q4 Report (HELP).”
Props: Empty mug, stack of fake HR memos, office badge.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Nervous laugh. Always holding a coffee you never drink.

  • Mutter about “unrealistic expectations.”

  • Snap occasionally, then apologize profusely.
    Sayings:

“I’ve got 99 problems and all of them are employees.”
“If one more person says ‘touch base,’ I’ll lose it.”
“I didn’t mean to kill them… it was a workflow issue.”

💰 The Financial Advisor – The Spreadsheet Shark

Vibe: Polished, persuasive, and can hide millions—or bodies—in plain sight.
Costume (from your closet):
Pinstripe suit, tie clip, slicked-back hair, polished loafers.
Easy to buy: Calculator, fake stock portfolio, business cards.
Props: Ledger, prop money, pen you click like a stress tick.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Use financial metaphors for everything.

  • Check “the markets” on your phone during small talk.

  • Brag about “diversifying assets” while clearly laundering something.
    Sayings:

“Murder is just a bad investment.”
“Liquidity is key—especially when cleaning up blood.”
“I can make anything disappear—on paper.”

💋 The Publicist or Agent – The Spin Doctor

Vibe: Smooth-talking, unflappable, and always two lies ahead.
Costume (from your closet):
Designer blazer, open collar, shiny shoes, and sunglasses inside (confidence optional, but recommended).
Easy to buy: Press pass, clipboard, “crisis plan” folder.
Props: Phone (always ringing), PR pitch notes, fake NDA.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Smile through chaos. Correct everyone’s phrasing.

  • Say “we’ll handle this internally” after any disaster.

  • Text constantly while pretending to listen.
    Sayings:

“Let’s frame this as… an unfortunate misunderstanding.”
“We don’t delete scandals—we rebrand them.”
“No comment. But off the record? Genius.”

🏗️ The Real Estate Developer – The Deal-Maker

Vibe: Charismatic, confident, and not above burying evidence—or zoning laws.
Costume (from your closet):
Crisp dress shirt, open collar, shiny shoes, expensive watch, smug grin.
Easy to buy: Fake blueprints, toy house, or “For Sale” sign.
Props: Tape measure, tablet, fake keychain.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Flatter everyone—especially suspects.

  • Drop phrases like “prime location” when describing murder scenes.

  • Talk about “long-term development” ominously.
    Sayings:

“This lot has… killer potential.”
“You can’t build character without a little demolition.”
“Zoning laws are more like… gentle suggestions.”

🧳 The Former CEO – The Fallen Titan

Vibe: Bitter, bored, and still power-dressing like he’s relevant.
Costume (from your closet):
Suit with loosened tie, whiskey glass prop, tired eyes, faint smell of regret.
Easy to buy: Fake news clipping (“CEO Ousted”), flask, sunglasses.
Props: Resignation letter, old nameplate, drink tumbler.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Name-drop old companies no one remembers.

  • Flirt with interns (inappropriately).

  • Monologue about “the good old fiscal quarters.”
    Sayings:

“I didn’t get fired—I stepped down strategically.”
“They’ll regret ever crossing me.”
“My severance package could buy this whole building.”

🕵️ The Corporate Spy / Mole – The Insider Threat

Vibe: Chameleon. Always watching, rarely speaking. Disguised as ordinary.
Costume (from your closet):
Plain shirt, slacks, messenger bag — looks like an intern or IT guy.
Add a trench coat or glasses for subtle drama.
Easy to buy: Fake USB drive, magnifying glass, clipboard labeled “Internal Audit.”
Props: Flash drive, fake ID, notebook of surveillance notes.
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Lurk. Take “notes” on everyone.

  • Pretend to “accidentally” overhear everything.

  • Deny everything with confidence.
    Sayings:

“I’m just here for observation purposes.”
“Need-to-know basis… and you don’t.”
“Trust me—I work here.”

🏦 The Bank Teller – The Polite Accomplice

Vibe: Courteous, careful, and always counting—but maybe not money.
Costume (from your closet):
Dress shirt, tie, vest, name tag.
Easy to buy: Fake money, calculator, cash drawer toy.
Props: Ledger, pen-on-a-chain, name tag that says “Ask About Our Rates.”
Quirks & How to Act:

  • Smile suspiciously too much.

  • Speak in “transactional” terms during conversation.

  • Offer receipts for everything—even the murder.
    Sayings:

“Would you like that in singles or secrecy?”
“My drawer’s never off… unless it’s on purpose.”
“All assets accounted for—except the body.”

Playhouse / Auction House / Museum Director – The Cultured Puppet Master

Vibe: Suave, charming, and slightly sinister — the kind of man who says “provenance” too often and probably hides invoices in oil paintings.

Costume (from your closet):

  • Playhouse Director: Turtleneck or crisp black shirt, patterned scarf, tailored trousers, and the faint scent of dry champagne.

  • Auction House Director: Sharp three-piece suit or blazer, polished shoes, gold or silver cufflinks, pocket square.

  • Museum Director: Smart jacket over a button-up, round glasses, sleek watch, air of refined impatience.
    All versions pair well with dramatic hand gestures and unnecessary pauses.

Easy to Buy (or DIY):

  • Vintage-style pen or gavel.

  • Fake catalog, clipboard, or brochure labeled “Private Collection.”

  • Name badge: Director of Acquisitions.

  • Optional: magnifying glass, rolled “painting” in paper tube, or museum visitor lanyard.

Props & Accessories:

  • Leather portfolio, tablet, art catalog, or opera glasses.

  • Fake champagne glass or espresso cup.

  • “Sold!” paddle, auction brochure, or clipboard of bids.

How to Act the Role:

  • Treat everyone like a donor or suspect — sometimes both.

  • Speak with exaggerated precision, as though you’re narrating a documentary.

  • Punctuate sentences with “you understand,” whether or not they do.

  • Compliment people like you’re appraising them: “Quite valuable in this light.”

  • React to murder like it’s an inconvenience before the gala.

Male Acting Tips:

  • Maintain posture like a statue — barely move, but command attention.

  • Look perpetually five seconds away from firing someone.

  • Drop cultural references no one asked for (“Ah yes, very Dadaist of you.”).

Quirks:

  • Collects pens, secrets, and grudges.

  • Insists on correcting pronunciations (“It’s Van Gohkh, not Go.”).

  • Mumbles price estimates during small talk.

  • Declares things “priceless” right before spilling coffee on them.

Sayings:

“This isn’t chaos — it’s curated disorder.”
“Every masterpiece hides a scandal.”
“I assure you, everything has its price.”
“The exhibit may be closed… but I’m still open for business.”

Behavioral Tricks:

  • Pause before answering — as if evaluating whether they’re worth your time.

  • Touch objects delicately, as though everything’s fragile (especially egos).

  • Glance upward when lying — your lighting is always dramatic.

  • If confronted, whisper: “You can’t put a price on reputation… but I’ve tried.”

🧥 Closet Quick Tips

  • Stick to neutral or jewel tones (black, navy, wine, or charcoal).

  • Add a signature piece — a scarf, ring, or lapel pin.

  • Shine your shoes — this role judges quietly.

  • Hair: perfectly styled or artfully disheveled (both imply effort).

🖋️ Bonus Variants

  • The Theatre Director: Overly dramatic, quotes Shakespeare mid-accusation, wears too much cologne.

  • The Auctioneer: Speaks fast, jokes faster, never lets go of his gavel.

  • The Museum Curator: Flawless diction, perpetually offended, might describe the crime as “performance art.”

🧠 BONUS BUSINESS ARCHETYPES

The HR Director: Calm, smiling, terrifying. Always has “forms” ready.

“I’ll need you to sign this incident report… in blood.”

The Intern: Overeager, unpaid, and unintentionally incriminating.

“I didn’t know shredding meant evidence.”

The Office IT Guy: Knows all the passwords and too much dirt.

“I have the receipts—literally, in the cloud.”

🪙 WHAT YOU MIGHT ALREADY OWN

  • Blazer or power jacket

  • Button-up shirt

  • Blue light glasses

  • Lanyard or fake ID badge

  • Clipboard, notebook, or briefcase

  • Smartwatch or fake Rolex

  • Tie or pocket square

  • Shiny dress shoes

💈 HAIR & GROOMING

  • Executives & Advisors: Neat, polished, expensive-smelling.

  • Startup Bros: Styled chaos—like you woke up in a boardroom nap pod.

  • Consultants & Spies: Clean and low-maintenance, like you’re hiding something.

  • Developers & Agents: Slick and sculpted with “trust me” hair.

🧠 PRO TIPS FOR CORPORATE CHARACTERS

  • Treat every accusation like a quarterly review.

  • Speak in buzzwords when you don’t know what to say (“Let’s circle back on that.”).

  • Always check your phone mid-conversation — “My assistant’s texting.”

  • When in doubt, yell “That’s confidential!” and storm off dramatically.

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