Hello Henry
(Also known as: Hello Bruce)
Players sit roughly in a circle and take turns to pass a greeting around the circle until 1 player makes a mistake.
This game might start slowly and quietly, but hang in there and it always delivers the goods, especially if refreshments are involved. Great for multi-generation groups.
How To Play
Step 1.
The more the merrier in this game, and it's especially fun where all the generations are involved, the older ones having consumed a few bevvies.
Step 2.
Everyone sits in a vaguely circular layout so they can take turns in order. The first player says to the second "Hello Henry". The response is "Yes Henry?" to which the first player adds "Tell Henry".
Step 3.
This 3-phrase pattern is passed around the circle until someone messes up. They are marked on the forehead with a lipstick dot and are henceforth known as "One Spot".
Step 4.
From that point on One Spot is referred to as "One Spot" instead of "Henry". "Hello Henry", "Yes, Henry?", "Tell One Spot". Sounds easy enough doesn't it!? WELL TRY IT!
Step 5.
"One Spots" eventually become "Two Spots" and are if they goof again they are eliminated.
Step 6.
Tip: If players are really good and mistakes are too rare, then introduce a spanner in the works by changing direction around the circle.
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The winner is the last player remaining. They will have a concentration headache but will definitely shine with pride.
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Tips / Variations
Switch use of "Two Spot" for "One Spot, [Their Name] Pot", e.g. "One Spot, Bill Pot". Even more fun.
The Details
- Location: Indoor (home), Outdoor (or hall)
- Ages: 7-11 years, 12-16 years, 18 years or older
- Team: No
- Physical: No
- Average Duration: 16-30 minutes, 30-60 minutes
- Cost: £0-£1
- Occasion: Family Party, Adult Party, Children's Party
- Essential Equipment - Other: Tube of lipstick
- Ease to Learn: Average
