Coronation of King Charles 3rd: A Scrum Retrospective

Objective: To reflect on the recent sprint performance and identify areas of improvement and success using the analogy of the coronation of King Charles 3rd.

Setting: A room decorated with images of the British monarchy, particularly highlighting King Charles 3rd's coronation. Participants are encouraged to wear attire inspired by the theme, such as crowns, robes, or sashes.  

Opening Ceremony (5 minutes)


The Scrum Master, acting as the Master of Ceremonies, opens the retrospective with a brief history of the coronation of King Charles 3rd and its significance. This sets the stage for the retrospective theme and creates an engaging atmosphere.

Royal Procession (10 minutes)

Each team member, or "royal subject," shares their accomplishments and proud moments from the sprint. These moments are written on sticky notes and placed on a designated "Wall of Honor." 

Addressing the Subjects (10 minutes)

Each team member writes down the challenges they faced during the sprint on sticky notes. They then place these notes on a "Royal Challenges" board. The Scrum Master facilitates a discussion on how these challenges impacted the team's performance and identifies any patterns or recurring issues. 

Crowning Achievements (15 minutes)

The team discusses the successes and achievements of the sprint, focusing on what went well and why. They place these positive experiences on a "Crowning Achievements" board. The Scrum Master encourages the team to celebrate their accomplishments and identify best practices that can be continued in future sprints. 

Royal Decrees (15 minutes)

Based on the challenges and successes identified, the team creates a list of action items, or "Royal Decrees," to improve their processes and performance in the next sprint. These decrees are then assigned to responsible team members who will ensure their implementation. 

Closing Ceremony (5 minutes) 

The Scrum Master thanks the participants for their contributions and reiterates the importance of continuous improvement in the Scrum process. They conclude the retrospective by inviting team members to share any final thoughts or reflections on the theme. Throughout the retrospective, the Scrum Master should maintain the theme by using royal language, referring to participants as "Your Majesty," "Your Grace," or other noble titles. This will help create a memorable and engaging experience for the team while fostering a deeper understanding of their achievements and challenges.






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