Agents of the History Correction Syndicate, we need you! There has been a disruption in the timeline and Mr William Shakespeare is suffering the consequences. While we're sure schoolchildren around the world would prefer it this way, we simply cannot allow it. You must rescue the barred Bard before it's too late! Step back in time and immerse yourselves in the world of Elizabethan England. You and your fellow agents must work together to restore the reputation of William Shakespeare who has been accused of - gasp! - larceny and plagiarism! Use your combined powers of logic, wit, and perseverance to solve the puzzles and prove his innocence. If you fail, history will be rewritten. But succeed, and the true timeline will be restored! Perfect for friends, families, puzzle solvers, and Escape Room fanatics, it's suitable for ages 12+, 2 or more players, and has an average 60-minute gameplay. Plus, unlike most escape puzzle games, The Barred Bard is entirely re-giftable as the content is not damaged during play . . . as long as you use a pencil! Printed using FSC paper and soy inks. How to Play: Step back in time and immerse yourselves in the world of Elizabethan England. You and your fellow agents must work together to restore the reputation of William Shakespeare who has been accused of - gasp! - larceny and plagiarism! You and your team will uncover clues, decipher codes, and unravel mysteries to navigate your way through this escape room-style game. Use your combined powers of logic, wit, and perseverance to solve the seven puzzles and prove the Bard is innocent. If you fail, history will be rewritten. But succeed in your mission and the true timeline will be restored! Who's It For: Perfect for friends, families, puzzle solvers, and Escape Room fanatics. What's Inside: Your Mission, Seven Puzzle Packets (containing clues and puzzle-solving aids), Answers, Scoresheet