At a glance
| Players | Time | You need |
|---|---|---|
| 2–30 | Runs all party | A play ring or clothespin per guest · the live tracker screen |
The rules, step by step
Step 1
Every guest gets one ring (or clothespin) at arrival and is entered in the live tracker.
Step 2
The banned words are announced: wedding, bride, dress, ring.
Step 3
Anyone who catches a guest saying a banned word steals a ring from them.
Step 4
Ring counts update on the tracker with +/- taps as steals happen.
Step 5
It runs in the background of the entire party — betrayals escalate near the end.
Step 6
At the announced end time, the guest holding the most rings is crowned.
Variations to try
- Single banned word for gentler crowds.
- Immunity minute: the host can announce 60 seconds of safe talking.
- Team pooling at big parties — tables pool rings.
Host tips
- Announce the banned words THEATRICALLY at the start; half the room forgets within minutes.
- The tracker screen on the wall/TV keeps steals honest and rivalries public.
- Warn the room ten minutes before the finish — the last-minute sting operations are the climax.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the banned words?
The default four: wedding, bride, dress and ring — at a bridal shower, these are nearly impossible to avoid.
What if someone loses all their rings?
They keep playing as a hunter — ringless guests are the most dangerous players.
Do we need actual rings?
Play rings, clothespins or ribbon loops all work; the tracker handles the scoring either way.