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{{Short description|Live-action game}}
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{{Infobox Game
| title         = Assassin
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| players       = 2 or more
| setup_time    = 1–14 days
| playing_time  = 1–10 weeks
| random_chance = None
| skills        = [[Research]]<br />[[wikt:stealth|Stealth]]<br />[[Espionage]]
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'''Assassin''' (also '''Killer''') is a [[live-action game]] in which players try to eliminate one another using mock weapons, in an effort to become the last surviving player.

Assassin is particularly popular on college campuses; several universities have a dedicated "Assassins' Guild" society, which organizes games for their members. Gameplay occurs at all hours and in all places unless otherwise disallowed by the rules. Since an elimination attempt could occur at any time, successful players are obliged to develop a degree of vigilance.