Quest
These are the story/quests featured in Hidden City. There is a vast number of stories, and please note that the order and categories are unorganized, so it might be a bit difficult to navigate. Thank you for your understanding.
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IN SEARCH OF THE STARS
Adeline Svensson
The archives mention that the Astronomer vanished in the fog while working on his project, and soon after, his observatory followed. Let’s find his invention and learn about his passion!
It’s a navigator, but I’ve never seen constellations like this before. Oh, it has an engraving: "Follow the stars, and you’ll always find me. Dad." Maybe the Astronomer disappeared while searching for his missing child?
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AN IRON MAN
Adeline Svensson
I’ve checked all the toys and wound up the ones where the key fits, but none will start. Do you think that inconspicuous automaton might hold the answer? Let’s try to wind it up!
You did it! The automaton is working now. Look, it’s drawing. No, it’s actually writing a message with the Puppeteer’s twisty handwriting. This is so thrilling! I’ll make a few notes for the article.
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THE ABODE OF MECHANISMS
Adeline Svensson
The Puppeteer is a legendary toy maker and member of the Order of the Five. He disappeared after a fire in his workshop. They say his automaton puppets know where he’s hiding. Let’s try to activate them, what do you think?
You found this key in one of the toys in the yard? Hmm, looks like a winding key. I wonder if it fits in any of the automatons. This is the most exciting story in my career!
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ANOTHER CLUE
Adeline Svensson
Good thing I know how they work. This is state-of-the-art technology. I’m going to need some artifacts to start the projector. Lend me a few, and I’ll show you how it works!
Place the artifacts in the slots: they’ll power the projector. Then install the lens. Now, let’s start the projection. And please, dictate everything you see or hear - I’m writing a news report!
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THE COLLECTOR’S MEMORIES
Adeline Svensson
Have a good look around. See anything unusual? Mysterious? Do you want to take a closer look at that projector? Hey, wait up, I’m taking notes!
I think it’s a memory projector. Many in the City use memory preservation technology due to the threat of the fog erasing memories. Instead of film, these projectors use crystal tape.
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LIKE THE COLLECTOR HIMSELF
Adeline Svensson
The Collector designed all the slot machines in the City. That means, if you play them with a special item he gave you, you should receive a special reward. I wonder what it will be...
You’ve won an artifact! This is the same deciphering globe the Collector used. It should help you find and decipher the scientist’s next clue. Let’s head back to his house!
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THE FIRST CLUE
Adeline Svensson
Sensational! You’re about to enter the Collector’s House!? It’s been closed for decades, you know. And now you’re just going to walk right in?\n My readers want to know: What do you hope to find in there?
"I’ve left clues everywhere, and this is the first one..." This is the key to a card slot machine. Well, I can’t wait to see what this clue will reveal. Follow me! I know a shortcut.
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AIRPLANE CLUES
Isabelle
Judging by the airplane’s design, we need to push the door in slightly to open it. Come on, everyone! Push!
The door gave way, and we got in. There’s no one inside the airplane, but the cabin is packed full of artifacts and strange inventions from the City of Shadows. What’s that you’ve found?
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CONFIRMING THE THEORY
Isabelle
I personally witnessed the plane being surrounded by a myriad of copies! And now, there’s no one on board. They might have escaped before the werewolves came. Let’s search for clues!
I recognize this symbol! The Foggy Goldenback of the Shadow Cult! So they’ve been here already... I bet they’re the ones behind this disaster! Quick, read what the letter says.
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THE HUNTRESS’S GUESS
Huntress
A strong magic forcefield must have drawn the werewolves to the crash site. This means either there’s a sorcerer on board, or the plane is full of artifacts. Let’s drive the werewolves away first and then investigate!
Now that we’ve scared off the werewolves, let’s inspect the plane. There might be someone who needs our help. What’s this? You found an anomaly summoning item? Looks like someone used it to cause the crash.
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BLADES OUT
Huntress
Mein Freund, stand back! It’s more dangerous here than I expected! For some reason, the airplane has drawn the attention of the City’s werewolves. We need to gather some weapons to ward them off.
Found yourself a weapon? Well done! Since ancient times, hunters have repelled werewolves with blades of silver. These weapons strike fear into them, so they’ll stay away. But don’t let your guard down.
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THE MYRIAD OF THE HEAVENS
Isabelle
We neutralized the anomaly, but it seems someone has summoned it again. Let’s take a look outside and see if the troublemaker is nearby.\n Do you see that, in the sky? Lend me some artifacts so I can take a better look!
There’s a plane in the sky! No, it’s several planes, and it looks like they’re all coming down! The City is in danger!\n Wait, the artifacts have revealed the true scene: someone has targeted a single plane with a copying anomaly.
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HUNTING AN ANOMALY
Isabelle
Before we can determine the cause of the anomalous activity, we need to identify the active anomaly. To do that, let’s find its source. Help me explore the area.
You’re a great partner. Our inspection of the Academy has revealed the presence of the Myriad anomaly. Its source is outside, but we can’t pinpoint it just yet - the fog is thickening, even blocking the light.
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THE ANOMALOUS ACTIVITY
Isabelle
I feel strong vibrations coming from the trap. The whole Academy is humming. This can only mean one thing - an anomaly invasion. Help me inspect the Academy!
The anomaly detector is going haywire! I’ve never seen anything like this before. The fog is thickening, too, and it’s getting darker outside. I wonder what’s caused such a spike in anomalous activity.
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THE ARTIFACT HUNT
Isabelle
The fog usually rolls in at night and lifts in the morning, leaving behind artifacts. Many people go hunting for them. In the Upper City, it’s the scavengers; here, it’s me. I wonder what the daytime fog has brought this time. Let’s check the trap I set earlier.
The light on the trap is on, which means there’s an artifact inside. But we still need to determine its properties. The scavengers of the Upper City have a special device for that. I’d love to get my hands on one of those.
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SEARCHING FOR SALVATION
Isabelle
Look! The fog is covering the park, just as the Book foretold. Let’s hide in the Ballet Academy nearby.\n It’s locked!? Alright, I have a magic key here somewhere... Where is it? Help me find it!
You have the key! Perfect! Now find the secret door in the wall over here. That’s right, just tap on the wall! Tap it! Yes! Now let’s get inside before the fog steals our memories.
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THE FOG SCIENCE
Isabelle
The fog is one of the City’s most mysterious anomalies. Since the Distortion, it has enveloped the City every night, stealing the memories of all who wander into it. In this model, you can see how the fog spreads.
This is a model of the Upper City. Last I checked, the fog had engulfed everything but the plaza. And according to the Book of Fog, tonight it’s hunting you.
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DETECTIVE ON A DATE
Detective
You again, buddy? Are you following me and Jul or something? Hear me out... We’re kinda on a date here, so... Y’ know?\n Ah, so you’re looking for the Book of Fog? Check by the statue over there.
Yeah, that’s the one. The fog always brings it back to the park. They say it contains a prophecy about the chosen one... I’m sure you’ll figure it out! Now, how ’bout you go enjoy this reading experience elsewhere?
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IN SEARCH OF ANSWERS
Martha
The cards reveal that the members of the Order of the Five will help you find Jacob. Threads of fate bind them to your friend. Start your search in Angela’s Park, and remember to keep records in the Diary.
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AN UNFAMILIAR VOICE
Adeline Svensson
Finally! Yes, I didn’t dare go alone. Even though my journalistic instinct tells me I’m about to get a scoop, I feel a vague sense of danger. What do you think of this mansion brought by the storm?
Like you, I didn’t notice anything threatening but heard someone shouting. The voice was male and sounded sad. I call dibs on the interview with him! Unless he’s dangerous, of course.
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NEVER TOO SOON
Valerie
Half the work is done. Now for the most important part - collecting and laying out autumn treats in the feeders. Artifacts will help us do this faster. Did you bring them?
Autumn treats are laid out and waiting for the animals! Thanks to you, they won’t have to forage for food all winter. I’m very grateful to you for your help, and I’m sure the animals are too!
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SUMMER IN THE MIDST OF WINTER
Valerie
Big animals need our help too. Reindeer from the Polar Quarter have a hard time finding food in winter because of the thick snow cover. Let’s arrange a banquet of fragrant hay for them.
Thanks for your help! We’ll host the reindeer banquet right in the Polar Quarter. Maybe we should ask Adeline to write an article encouraging the townspeople to help the City’s animals?
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A DINER ON A TREE
Valerie
For the squirrels, let’s build a café on a tree! I’ve already drawn a sketch and brought the paints. Let’s hang the squirrel café in the City’s park so that all the townspeople can admire it. You’ll help me, right?
You’re so talented! This squirrel café will be a highlight of the City’s park! Now the squirrels will eat real nuts instead of stealing acorn bracelets. Thanks for your help.
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BIRD SONG
Valerie
Let’s help the animals and build feeders. This way they won’t have to snack on my accessories - it’s not good for them. There are so many birds in the City of Shadows! Let’s make them a little bird diner so we can hear their song even in winter.
You’ve made an excellent bird diner - thank you! Now our feathered friends won’t have to search the frozen ground or trees for food. I’ll hang the feeders all over the City!
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A CULPRIT ON THE RUN
Valerie
You heard noises coming from my room? What if the thief is still there?\n Was it a squirrel that jumped out of my window? It had something in its paws! Help me catch the fluffy thief!
You’ve caught the fluffy thief, thank you. The squirrel is holding my mushroom earring in its paws! I see now - the critters are stocking up for winter with my accessories... even though they’re inedible.
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THE NONSENSICAL THEFT
Valerie
I don’t get it... The thief didn’t even touch my expensive jewelry, but stole my acorn pin and made a complete mockery of my favorite bracelet by tearing off the charms. Here, see for yourself.
You have a point: I didn’t even think someone would be interested in themed accessories. These little mushroom charms were torn off of my autumn bracelet, and the stolen pin looked like an acorn. Who could want such things?
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A CUP OF COZINESS
Juliette
The potion is almost ready. Can you smell this fragrant aroma? Let’s charge the magic drink with artifacts to enhance the energy of autumn coziness and make the flavor richer.
Thank you for your help! I haven’t tasted the potion yet, but I’m already immersed in a cozy autumn atmosphere! Mon ami, let’s invite everyone to enjoy a warm gathering with this magic drink!
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THE MAGIC OF FIRE
Juliette
Everyone knows that special potions require a special method of preparation. I’ll bring a copper cauldron and a sandalwood spoon, while you build an autumn bonfire.
What a bright autumn bonfire! You’ve done a great job! The potion ingredients blend better over the flames, and the sparks are working real magic. Look how they dance around the cauldron.
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A FRAGRANT BUNDLE
Juliette
Two cinnamon sticks, a few slices of dried orange, a star anise... Ah, Saint Julie, there’s a whole list of spices for the potion here! Could you please collect this set of spices?
What a wonderful set of spices you’ve collected. Merci! The recipe says that in addition to their beneficial properties, the spices will enhance the effects of our potion for cozy autumn gatherings.
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THE AROMA OF MAGIC
Juliette
Strange! I’ve only heard of using chocolate beans in baking and drinks, not in potions. The recipe calls for the beans to be ground into a fine powder. Can you please help?
You’ve ground the chocolate beans to perfection! Their sweet aroma fills the entire kitchen. Maybe we should grind some more beans and bake chocolate muffins, too? The Detective loves them.
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WITCH SECRETS
Juliette
The next ingredient for the potion is fresh nectar from autumn flowers. There are asters and coneflowers growing in the Mistress’s garden. Could you please collect the nectar from these flowers?
Mon ami, your help is invaluable! Thank you for bringing me the autumn flowers nectar. Did you know that coneflowers are often used for medicinal purposes? This flower is indispensable in the fall.
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A TRICKY INGREDIENT
Juliette
The first ingredient for our potion needs to be infused for several weeks. It’s a good thing I know someone who has ready-to-use pumpkin extract. Could you please ask Martha for some?
Great, you’ve brought the pumpkin extract. Merci. Martha makes it with her secret recipe and uses it in her potions. This is just what we need for our fall potion.
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A MYSTERIOUS SYMBOL
Valerie
Now I remember where I saw the symbol on the bookmark. There is a very similar symbol on the book stamp, Ex Libris, from the Mayor’s library. Let’s use some artifacts to compare them.
Your artifacts helped me compare the symbols. Look, the symbols on the bookmark and the library stamp are identical! Could it be that Mary’s mother’s book somehow ended up in the City of Shadows library?
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FAMILIAR PLACES
Valerie
Where did I see the symbol depicted on the bookmark? I’ll try to remember. In the meantime, let’s clean up. I’ll sort the books, and you get the postcard that fell under the cabinet.
Wait a minute! Is this Hidden Row on the postcard? Maybe Mary’s mother got it from her mother Deborah? There’s no signature on the back. Interesting.
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NOT A TOY
Valerie
These book titles are so fascinating! Mary said that they were her mother’s books that she wrote herself. What’s that in Sharp mouth? Looks like a bookmark. Please take it from him.
Thanks for saving the bookmark from its imminent demise in Sharp’s teeth. It’s very pretty and looks just like a real treasure! And the symbol on it looks very familiar.
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COVERING THE TRACKS
Valerie
Sharp was so eager to get his toy that he jumped up and knocked everything off the shelf. We’re fine, but the flowerpot didn’t make it. Could you pick it up?
Thank you for picking up the broken flowerpot! I’ll find a new pot for the plant and replant it. Besides the flowerpot, a dozen books fell off the shelf. Hurry, we have to clean it up!
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INTERRUPTED FUN
Valerie
There goes our fun. Now Sharp is barking at the bookshelf. Did he spot something up there? And where’s his carrot? Please check the bookshelf - maybe Sharp’s toy got stuck there?
Great, you found Sharp’s toy! It really is stuck in the bookshelf. We’ll get it down now!\n Oh... Sharp got so excited that he jumped up and accidentally knocked everything off the shelf!
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A GOOD BOY
Valerie
Sharp is a Border Collie, and he’s a very energetic dog. And such a good boy, too! Sharp has a favorite toy, a knitted carrot. But where did it go? Can you help me find it?
You’ve found the knitted carrot. Sharp and I are most grateful to you!\n Really, again!? Sharp and I barely touched the carrot, and now it’s gone again. Where is it now?
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SAY CHEESE
Adeline Svensson
This camera will come in handy for Valerie’s future reports and preserve all the precious moments of her life. Can you charge the camera with your artifacts so it never fails?
Wonderful! Thank you for charging the camera with your artifacts. Now the photos will always be clear and high-quality! I’m sure Valerie will appreciate this gift! Let’s go congratulate her!
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A FINAL COLUMN
Valerie
There’s a reason Mary came to the City. This adventure taught us to truly appreciate family and friendship - the two most important things we have in life! I’ve written such a cool article, too!
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MAKE A WISH
Valerie
Mary’s family tradition will help her come home! Let’s get a seed from the magic pumpkin. I’m sure it’ll work! Let’s change it with some artifacts to make it more powerful.
It worked! Hooray! Your artifacts have enhanced the seed’s magic, and now Mary can celebrate Thanksgiving with her family! The Progenitors were right - tradition has shown Mary the way home!
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A SIMPLE TRUTH
Mario Bonmarito
My wife and I have found that the greatest joy in life comes from nice little surprises. I’ll teach you how to find them, if that might help Mary. Let’s put together an autumn bouquet.
Thank you! On Thanksgiving, my wife and I spend quality time together, taking walks, enjoying conversation... This reminds us that happiness is found in the little things. I’ll go surprise her with the bouquet right away!
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HIDDEN TALENTS
Conductor
I knit a hat for every Thanksgiving. Helps me get my thoughts in order and take my mind off things. Try knitting a hat too - maybe it’ll help Mary focus.
You’ve made a great knitted hat, so I must be a good teacher! My daughters once taught me to knit, and now I practice regularly so I don’t lose the skill.
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BOTH STRENGTH AND WEAKNESS
Huntress
Like Mary, I wish to be reunited with my family. When I look at my talisman on Thanksgiving, it gives me strength. Let’s clean my talisman and see if it can help Mary as well.
Danke schön! This talisman is a gift from my father. When I look at it, I promise myself that I will make my dream come true and one day celebrate this holiday with my family again. I believe Mary can do the same!
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DELICIOUS LUCK
Jumi
I usually bake themed cookies, one of them with a secret filling - whoever gets it will find luck! What if luck picks Mary and brings her back home? Let’s bake some cookies.
Amazing! Mary got the cookie with the secret! With a little patience, luck will surely be on her side. My experience here in the City has taught me patience and gratitude for what I have.
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THE MAIN INGREDIENT
Juliette
For Thanksgiving, I make jelly on toast. They seem truly magical to me when I share them with friends. Maybe that magic will help Mary get back home? Let’s give it a try!
Mon ami, thank you for helping me make jelly on toast! Although their magic didn’t help Mary find her way home, it did bring a warm feeling of joy from sharing a treat with friends.
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KINDRED SPIRITS
Lady Autumn
Like her grandmother before her, Mary has chosen her family. I want to give her something special.\n Help me summon the messenger bird - they say it responds to artifacts.
Thank you for your help! Thanks to your artifacts, the bird came quickly indeed.\n This messenger will be able to bring news from the City to Mary, and vice versa, and she won’t need magic for that.
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BETWEEN TWO WORLDS
Lady Autumn
In the City of Shadows, Mary’s magic is much stronger! She can stay here, grow, and join the Progenitors. They’ve even prepared a tiara for her. Please find it.
If Mary puts on the tiara, she will accept the offer of the autumnal spirits and remain here forever. She will regain the magic and longevity forsaken by her grandmother, and I will be by her side to support her.
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A GARDEN OF MEETINGS
Lady Autumn
I was happy for my sister, but I couldn’t let her go so easily! I wanted to see Deborah at least once a year, so I created a door to the autumn garden just for her. Let’s find it.
You’ve found the door to the autumn garden! I wove the autumnal energy into my sister’s yarn. Once a year, every fall, Debbie could use it to open the door and meet me in the City of Shadows!
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HAPPINESS IN LOSS
Lady Autumn
Deborah decided to become human by giving up her magic! The cluster of her magic fell to the ground, and in its place, a peach tree blossomed in the fall. I kept a branch from that tree. Please find it.
Here is the symbol of her abjuration! Following the transformation, Debbie married the young man. She gave up her magic and longevity, but instead discovered family and happiness! She had never been more joyful!
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A WARM DREAM
Lady Autumn
Unlike me, Deborah was drawn to tranquility. She spent all her nights in an abandoned house, dreaming of her own family hearth. Light its symbol, the fireplace.
Thank you for lighting the symbol of the family hearth. One day in the fall, a young man began to visit the house. He told Deborah stories about human life, and my sister fell in love with him and his stories.
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TWO HALVES OF A WHOLE
Lady Autumn
Mary’s grandmother, Deborah, probably never told her family about it, but she has a sister - me! You may find it hard to believe, but we even had matching bracelets. Help me find them.
Deborah and I were created by the Progenitors, awakened in the forest amongst yellow autumn leaves. We looked very much alike, but our personalities differed - just like the gems on these bracelets.
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SPIRITUAL TELEPHONE
Martha
The spirits will be able to parse the energy flow in the house so we can understand why Mary came to the City. Do you have any artifacts? Let’s use them to prepare a craft kit for the ritual.
Thank you! With your artifacts, we have prepared the craft kit for the ritual. The astral spheres are now open! Now Mary and I can contact the spirits and learn why she’s here.
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A SILKY VOICE
Martha
In order for the spirits to enter the house and for us to hear them, it is necessary to amplify the energy field by combing the yarn with a special comb. Can you find me a wool comb?
Thank you very much! This wooden wool comb will be perfect for combing the yarn, which will create more energy connections within it and make the voices of the spirits clearer.
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A SPIRIT CONDUIT
Martha
For the spirits to respond and help parse the energy waves in the house, we’ll need to find appropriate items. Please find a wooden spindle - it should be around here somewhere.
Thank you, the spindle you found is perfect. To use Mary’s grandmother’s yarn in the ritual, let’s wind it around the carved spindle. This way, the yarn will become a conduit for the spirits.
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FAMILY CRAFT
Mary
Grandma spins her own yarn and prepares it for embroidery. But she’s no witch, and her yarn is just ordinary yarn! Help me find my grandma’s yarn and see for yourself.
Thank you for finding the yarn. My grandma always spun it herself. She taught the art of embroidery first to my mother, and then to me. But the yarn never glowed like this before!
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A MAGIC CODE
Martha
If I weren’t an experienced medium, I would say that Mary was casting spells with her embroidery. But the pumpkin - that wasn’t her doing. I’ll need her embroidery yarn to confirm this. Please bring me some.
You’ve brought the yarn - thank you! As soon as I touched it, I felt the familiar tingling of the fog particles. The first time I felt it was when I came to the City of Shadows.
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A FASHIONABLE TALISMAN
Martha
What a strong aura... I can sense there’s been an outburst of magical energy here recently. But the pumpkin is not the only source of energy in the house! I’d like to examine one of Mary’s items. Bring me her collar.
The embroidered collar you brought emanates a subtle ancient magic. It’s not just a collar; it’s a powerful amulet. It protected Mary from the pumpkin but still couldn’t withstand its power!
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AN ORANGE WONDER
Valerie
This must be a magic pumpkin! By breaking it, Mary must have released its magic! Let’s test my theory: we’ll match the pumpkin pieces and try to put it back together. The artifacts will help it keep its shape.
We couldn’t have done it without you! Thank you so much! Your artifacts helped us put the pumpkin back together. Look how brightly it glows, as if it’s enchanted! It’s definitely connected to the case!
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THE KITCHEN TEST
Mary
Usually my mom cooks Thanksgiving dinner, but she’s not here today. So I decided to make it myself. But everything went wrong and I kept dropping things. Let’s pick up the scattered kitchen utensils.
Thank you so much! Somehow, you’re even better at picking up kitchen utensils. I don’t really know how to cook at all. For Thanksgiving, I usually just clean up and set the table.
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SPRUCING UP
Mary
While I was cooking in the kitchen, my little sisters made some wonderful fall decorations for the holiday. I promised to put them up, but I’ve been too busy to do it. Can you help me?
Thank you for helping me put up the decorations. My little sisters missed their parents and looked out of the window all day. They even made these decorations to surprise them.
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A FLYING TURKEY
Mary
While we were waiting for Tom to come home from the hospital, my brother John and a neighbor kid made him a kite as a surprise gift. Let’s put it away before the dog starts chewing on it.
Thank you for helping me. In our family we do everything together... but now our house feels so empty without the hustle and bustle of my siblings. Good thing our dog, Sharp, is still here.
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A BOTTLE OF HOPE
Mary
In the morning, I started cleaning the house by myself. Mom’s been staying in the hospital for the past three days with my little brother Tom. The pharmacist brought some rare medications for him. Where did I put them...? Can you help me find them?
You’ve found the rare medications, thank you! Nothing would help my little brother, so the pharmacist agreed to find the best medications for him. I hope they will help Tom get better.
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A MISSING KEY
Mary
What are you doing here? I’ll call my parents!\n What do you mean no one was home when you came in? Dad still isn’t back from his business trip? Are all the keys on the key rack?
My dad made this key rack himself. Each figurine holds its own key. Dad should have been back by now, so our whole family could be together for Thanksgiving. But the key under his figurine is still missing.
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SUCCESSFUL UNMASKING
Valerie
Let’s try to combine all the facts we’ve uncovered to piece together what happened. My journalist’s attention to detail, along with your artifacts, should help speed things up.
I got so caught up in the details that I missed the obvious! Your artifacts helped me refocus and look at the situation more objectively. There was no break-in; it’s just that there are children living here!
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CONNECTION ESTABLISHED
Valerie
Journalists read a lot and use that knowledge in their work. In every crime story I’ve ever read, the villains always cooperate in some way. Let’s try to find their means of communication.
A communication device - that’s clever! So, there were villains in the house after all. We’re getting close to figuring out what happened here. We just need a few more clues to complete the puzzle.
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LIFTING THE MASKS
Valerie
We need to think like journalists: What could’ve happened in the house to make the girl pass out? Maybe something scared her? Wait, are those masks on the banister? Let’s get them down from there.
You’ve got the masks! They’re not scary at all, actually. I doubt they’d make anyone faint from fear! We’ll need more material.
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FINDING THE KEY
Valerie
The windows are closed, the front door is undamaged, but someone was clearly in the house. How did they get in? I know! Let’s look for a box of lockpicks. That one looks suspicious!
Did you check the box? Thank you! Oh, so it’s just an ordinary pencil case with stationery! Anyway, real journalists should always test every possible theory.
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A BERRY-RED TRAIL
Valerie
If it wasn’t a monster, then someone must have broken in and... Oh, look, there’s a shirt with some red stains on it! I hope it’s not blood; I’m feeling lightheaded already. Can you please check the stains yourself?
So those red stains are just raspberry jam? You’ve reassured me, thank you. The stains are fresh; maybe the girl was attacked in the kitchen while she was cooking? Let’s keep searching for clues.
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A PILLOW HUNTER
Valerie
What happened here? We need to closely examine the house for clues. Here’s the first one, a tattered pillow! Was there a monster in the house? Let’s take a look.
You’re absolutely right: It was the dog that tore up the pillow, not a monster! Too bad we can’t interview the little rascal; that would make our job so much easier.
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JOURNALISTIC THOROUGHNESS
Valerie
The house is suspiciously quiet; something feels off. I’ll follow Adeline’s advice and record all my obserations and the facts I’ve gathered in the Diary. It’s more reliable this way.
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New Level of Mastery
Detective
Do you remember the case of the Borgia’s treasures? I think we have missed some important details. I desperately need to find a new piece of evidence. The item I require is at the %s location, but it will be hard to find. Reach %s level to find the new evidence.
Great! Partner, you have become more and more important to my investigation. With a new rank, you will be able to find new items that were hidden from you previously.
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A CUTE LITTLE GUARD
Valerie
I’ve got the questions for our new neighbors memorized, and I’m itching to start writing the article! Pen and paper at the ready. I’m so excited! Let’s go inside and meet the owners.
It’s so cozy in here. A little messy, though. Oh! I got a bit startled, but it’s just a cute little dog coming to greet us! But where are the owners? Hey, is anybody home?
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QUIET NEIGHBORS
Adeline Svensson
We’re one step away from entering the location. What will we find there? New mysteries of the City are waiting to be uncovered. Go on, enter!
The location is now open! Do you feel the pull of new adventures? The magic of the City is calling out to us!
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AS FATE WOULD HAVE IT
Martha
The search for Jacob has led us to the secret behind the creation of the City. I sensed his presence in my vision. Seek out the members of the Order - and they will lead you to your friend.
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A MISSING FRIEND
Conductor
The Shadow Cult has kidnapped Jacob! But he must have been here before - the Detective recognized the House with Red Windows from his photo. What’s Jacob’s connection to the City of Shadows? I’ll have to write it all down in the Diary.
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AS FATE WOULD HAVE IT
Martha
The search for Jacob has led us to the secret behind the creation of the City. I sensed his presence in my vision. Seek out the members of the Order - and they will lead you to your friend.
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IMAGES OF THE PAST
Martha
I sense that this memory lens holds very important memories, but its projections in the crystal ball are blurry. We’ll need artifacts to sharpen the image. Please bring me some!
The artifacts have charged the crystal ball, and the images within are becoming clearer. Shh... Pay attention! The spirits are whispering... We are about to witness the grand creation of the City of Shadows.
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A MEMORY OF JACOB
Martha
Ah, you want to know more about the Order of the Five and whether Jacob is connected to them? I will need a memory lens for that. Memories possess immense value here in the City. Perhaps Jacob is imprinted in some of them.
The memory lens is a rare artifact. Such items store numerous secrets of their creators and the Order of the Five. Let’s see if it contains any memories of Jacob.
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DESTINY’S CARD
Martha
It’s been over a hundred years since I had the vision of your arrival... What kept you so long? Well, no matter. Draw a card and let’s see what the future holds for you.
The Wheel of Fortune reveals Jacob’s connection to powerful figures in the City. I believe it refers to the Order of the Five. The card also promises a meeting between you and Jacob... once the Wheel of Fortune comes full circle.
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A MYSTERIOUS INVITATION
Juliette
Martha is a renowned medium. She told me to give you this invitation to her Room of Fate. Or rather, she told me to give it to whoever the Detective would be speaking to. And that’s you! Now, where did I put it?
Aha, here it is! You have a keen eye!\n Martha will help you find your missing friend and uncover your secret destiny. Here, read what she’s written for you.
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A COMPASS TO THE CITY OF SHADOWS
Detective
Let’s see here: According to your statement, you and Jacob were members of the Secret League, dedicated to finding the City of Shadows. Do you have any sort of insignia?
The amulet of this Secret League of yours resembles a strange compass. Do you know where it’s pointing?\n So Jacob believes its needle always points to the City of Shadows? Well, since you’ve found your way here, he must be right.
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THE LEGENDARY HOUSE
Detective
They say whoever finds the House with Red Windows can make any wish come true. Many have tried to find it, but without success. Miniature models of the House are popular with the townspeople. Would you like one?
These souvenirs are popular with dreamers who hope to one day find the real thing. Many have ventured out into the fog to search for it, but none have ever returned.
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A MISSING FRIEND
Conductor
The Shadow Cult has kidnapped Jacob! But he must have been here before - the Detective recognized the House with Red Windows from his photo. What’s Jacob’s connection to the City of Shadows? I’ll have to write it all down in the Diary.
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DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BELONGINGS
Conductor
Well, now that we’ve got that sorted out, you may exit the car. Remember, items left on the ghost train cannot be retrieved, so be sure to take all your belongings with you.
Nice notebook. It’d be a shame to lose it. You’ll find plenty of wonders to fill it with here in the City - though some of them can be dangerous. Hey, want me to show you around? Great!
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A DEAR FRIEND
Conductor
Let’s go find your friend. There were a few passengers today, and they all got off the train while you were sleeping. Do you have a picture of him? Maybe I’ll recognize him.
Jacob was thrilled when I told him we were arriving at the City of Shadows station. He said he’d been searching for it for years.\n What a strange guy! And here I am, trying to find a way out!
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Step Through the Worlds
Conductor
Well... Welcome to the City
Well... Welcome to the City
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A VESTIGE OF THE PAST
Leon
The Postal Dovecote isn’t as busy with visitors as it used to be, so the pigeons are often idle. If it weren’t for the circumstances, we’d be happy to have guests. Let’s go!
Here’s our little nest - the Postal Dovecote. More than twenty pigeons live here: Lightning, Fluffy, Señor, Typhoon... Well, okay, I’ll tell you about them later. Let’s get closer!
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THE MOSAIC GUARDIAN
Isabelle
We’ve found the stained-glass window. I can feel energy pulsing through it. It seems the dogs want to help us: they’re bringing the pieces of the mosaic to the center. We’ll need your artifacts to reassemble it.
Excellent! The de Bertrands are once again under the protection of their Guardian! The dogs have calmed down, and their eyes have finally stopped glowing. They won’t run off now and will continue to serve their master.
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THE TRUSTED GUARD
Lawrence de Bertrand
Almost all the dogs are accounted for; only Valiant Hunter remains missing. I remember him successfully defending the manor against thieves. Once he even took down a whole gang. Let’s look for him together.
Here comes the last of the dogs, Hunter! He’s trying to get away, but we won’t let him this time. Let’s waste no time and take him straight to Isabelle - only all five dogs together can complete the stained-glass window.
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THE SOUL OF THE PARTY
Isabelle
So the anomaly was caused by a broken stained-glass window. Who would’ve thought! We need to fix it and find the rest of the dogs. Can you help me find Merry Fellow? Lawrence saw him zooming around the garden.
What a cute hat - this must be Merry! According to Lawrence, this dog used to entertain the family with his hilarious antics. Come on, we need to figure out how to fix the stained-glass window.
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THE FAMILY’S WISDOM
Lawrence de Bertrand
How could I forget about Guardian de Bertrand? I would have been scolded by Eminent Sage. This dog has been a zealous guardian of our family traditions and books. Shall we go look for him?
Sage’s eyes also have that glow. Let’s take him to the other dogs and tell Isabelle about the stained-glass window with the image of Guardian de Bertrand. The reason for our troubles must be that it is broken.
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THE STYLISH DANDY
Isabelle
Lawrence mentioned a dog named Noble Dandy. A dog with a name like that must look like it belongs on the front page of a newspaper. Can you help me find Dandy in the garden?
Just look at him! Now I believe Lawrence’s stories about Dandy helping the family choose fabrics for their outfits. This dog certainly has good taste. And look, his eyes are glowing too!
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THE MASTER OF SCENTS
Lawrence de Bertrand
Family Taster is one of our black guardian dogs. His keen sense of smell always found the freshest ingredients for our meals. Shall we look for him in his favorite hiding spot, by the garden herbs?
We’ve found Taster! But his eyes are glowing with the same eerie light I noticed earlier. Quick, let’s take him to Isabelle before he runs off again!
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MATILDA’S GIFT
Lawrence de Bertrand
Matilda came to Martha because my sister doesn’t see me as her murderer. She holds no grudge and wanted to protect me from the spirit. She also wants to leave me a gift. But I won’t be able to find it without artifacts!
This stereoscope - I thought it was lost forever! When we were little, Matilda and I loved to spend our nights gazing at its marvelous pictures. It was as if they were coming to life before our eyes!
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A MIRROR TRAP
Lawrence de Bertrand
As children, Matilda and I once read a scary story about an obsidian mirror that could trap spirits. If we cover all the mirrors in the house and set up such an obsidian mirror, we’ll catch Mary! Let’s go look for it.
Thank you for finding the mirror. Now the vengeful spirit is safely trapped inside. Together, we’ve defeated Bloody Mary! I need to contact my sister and thank her for her help.
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URGENT MEASURES
Martha
The initials "B. M." suggest the worst: it’s Bloody Mary! Once a bride herself, she now seeks vengeance for the lives of other brides taken too soon. We need to find a protective vial... It will shield Lawrence from the spirit’s wrath.
Good, you’ve found the vial. It will protect Lawrence from harm and keep Mary away from him. In the meantime, I’ll think of a way to banish the vengeful ghost from the world of the living.
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A HIDDEN THREAT
Lawrence de Bertrand
A cup of bergamot tea should help me come to my senses. And I need to find my teddy bear. Don’t be surprised; it’s my talisman and makes me feel safe. It was around here somewhere.
My teddy bear! Who put a knife in it? There’s a note here. It says that a vengeful spirit, someone named B. M., is coming for me. This spirit will take my life for killing Matilda on her engagement day. It’s a warning!
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AN UNEXPECTED SÉANCE
Martha
Now all I have to do now is use the old Ouija board, a trusted companion in my rituals. It’s been in our family for generations and has never failed to work. I’ll use it to conduct the séance.
Matilda has made contact. Wait... Someone is interfering with the ritual from outside - the board’s cracked! Don’t leave the circle, it’s dangerous. I’m ending this séance here! Libera spiritum, perfic ritum!
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PRACTICAL MAGIC
Martha
I’ve told you all that was revealed to me. To learn more, we’ll have to speak with her spirit. Help me prepare the magic circle, and Matilda will tell us what’s troubling her.
Good, all the elements are in place. The circle of salt will protect us from malicious entities, the fire will cleanse our minds, and the steam from the cauldron will reveal our guest. Fear not, everything is under control.