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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Looking Sharp
Adeline Svensson
We’re almost ready for the interview. Let’s start by taking some photos for the article. Terry’s photo will be on the front page, so we should spruce him up a bit. Could you get my makeup kit?
My makeup kit has saved me more than once before big events. It’s got everything we need to make our elf shine bright like a Christmas star! Come on, let’s get him ready.
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A Healthy Voice
Terry Tofficus
I’m almost ready, but I need to warm up my vocal cords first. Ms. Adeline said it’s going to be a long interview - and butterscotch, I don’t want to lose my voice! Could you grab the vocal remedies from the shelf?
Thank you for the vocal remedies - these are my best new recipes! This caramel syrup with herbs will keep my voice strong, and the peppermint drops will make it sound nice and clear.
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A Journalist’s Companion
Adeline Svensson
I’ve always wanted to interview an elf! Luckily, Terry was braver than his shy colleagues, who just blushed in silence. I’ll go find a place for the interview, and you could help me find my voice recorder.
Thank you! I don’t go anywhere without my trusty voice recorder - I feel completely helpless without it. For a journalist, it’s important to capture every word. Get Terry, we’re ready to begin.
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A Helper in Good Deeds
Terry Tofficus
I’ve brought my tools. Let’s assemble the Book of Good Deeds! But my magic won’t be enough to activate it; we’ll need your artifacts as well. Bring them over and let’s get started!
Thank you! Peppermint humbugs, we did it! With the Book of Good Deeds, I can now help every resident in the City. And thanks to Ms. Adeline and her ad, we’ve got a whole list of people in need!
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Teleportation Lights
Terry Tofficus
Almost everything’s ready to assemble the Book! The only thing missing is my greatest invention - the teleport map. I’ve made it to mirror every corner of the City. Can you help me get it from my store?
The lights on the teleport map are real portals! By simply touching the map, you can instantly get to wherever you need to go. Now, I’ll go get my tools. Be back in a jiffy!
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An Observant Bookmark
Terry Tofficus
Someone’s here about my ad in the Hidden City Times! Quick, write down the guest’s request in your notebook - we’ll add it to the Book later. And please bring me my enchanted bookmark. You’ll find it in the store.
Thank you for finding my enchanted guiding bookmark! Its prism can easily locate the words and passages the owner is thinking of. Talk about Christmas magic!
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A Vigilant Assistant
Terry Tofficus
Caramel curls! I’ve invented a special help page for my Book that notifies the owner of tasks on their agenda. I left it somewhere in my candy store. Please find it!
Thank you! The help page automatically crosses completed tasks off your list and adds new ones. It highlights tasks with a magical glow to show you when and what you need to do. It’s a real wonder!
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Rainbow Writings
Terry Tofficus
The perfect choice for the Book of Good Deeds is rainbow ink, made from the first snow collected in a blizzard under the northern lights. Not only is it pleasing to the eye, but it is also useful. Could you take it off the shelf, please?
Thank you for your help! Text written in rainbow ink can change color. If the matter is urgent, the text turns red; if not, it turns green; if something can wait, but only for a while, it turns yellow. How sweet!
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A Secret Keeper
Terry Tofficus
Santa’s lists inspired me to create the Book of Good Deeds. Every part of it is magical. For example, the book’s contents are protected by a chameleon-skin cover that opens only for its owner. Can you get the cover from the store?
This palm-shaped spot on the camouflage cover is a magical energy reader that responds only to the owner’s touch. In the hands of strangers, the book will appear as a recipe book!
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New Priorities
Terry Tofficus
This year’s award went to the Toy Master! His creations are beautiful, and the kids love them! He’s invited me to complete his best invention. Can you lend me some artifacts for this?
Your artifacts have taken my skills to a new level. I filled the Toy Master’s invention with candies based on a special Christmas recipe! Have a sweet and merry Christmas, everyone!
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Holiday Chaos
Detective
Listen, buddy, I’m just glad that Terry turned out to be selfish and not a scary kidnapper with a sticky net. We’ve dispelled the spell of his wish, and Caramel Boulevard is back to its pleasant Christmassy chaos.
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A Christmas Treat
Terry Tofficus
Pear lollipops! My heart is full of gratitude. And not just for the Detective and friends, but for the whole City! I’ve prepared a special gift for the townspeople. Help me bring it over.
May every bite of this caramel cake sweeten your Christmas! I realized that my calling is to make others happy. I’m even thinking of staying in the City after the fair to help the townspeople.
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A Hint of Autumn
Martha
One of the downsides of being a medium is that you could never surprise us. The spirits told me what gift the elf had in store for me. Let’s get the caramelized apples from Terry’s shop.
These caramelized apples remind me of fall. Terry managed to revive my best memories with this gift. I’m glad to see him bring out the best in himself, too.
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An Original Flavor
Mistress
What a surprise! I’m being rewarded. Indeed, my contribution is hard to overestimate—the elves are back at the fair now, and I’ll finally be able to decorate my estate! Come, let’s go get my gift.
Thank you, you’ve surprised me! Such wonderful licorice dragees—an exquisite flavor for true connoisseurs. The Candy Master has truly outdone himself. Now, don’t hold me up! I’m off to get my decorations.
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A Creamy Treat
Juliette
The Detective invited me to the caramel shop for a gift! Ah, mon ami, maybe he’ll invite me for a cup of cocoa afterward? Let’s find out. Come with me to pick up the gift!
Ah, it’s a gift from Terry! I was hoping they were from someone else. Thank you. I’m crazy about tender toffees—they just melt in your mouth! Since Terry’s no longer a contestant, let me check on him.
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A Timeless Classic
Detective
Terry Tofficus has a gift for me. Is he trying to appease me? Hmm, but I’ve already cleared him of all charges. I’m not a sweet tooth, but let’s pick up his gift.
Oh, a jar of some excellent salted caramel! Thanks, buddy. How did Terry know that was my favorite confection? Was it your tip? Hmm, looks like he used some elven magic. Sneaky.
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Frosty Freshness
Icy
I’m so glad we were able to disenchant the elves. They’ve brought Christmas cheer back to the fair! And Terry’s got a sweet present for me. Let’s go get it!
Thank you! These are my favorite frost peppermint candies! Nicolas and I used to eat them all the time at Christmas School. Their refreshing sweetness is unparalleled!
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A Christmas Gift
Terry Tofficus
Peppermint humbugs! I heard a voice say, "I’m glad you’ve realized the essence of Christmas"—and a box appeared in the snow near my shop. Lend me some artifacts to open it!
Is it... a Christmas tree woven with magic? I can feel it pulsing with great power. The Christmas Spirit must’ve sent a gift for our efforts. It will help us disenchant the elves!
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Festive Tunes
Terry Tofficus
The Music Master’s shop has also suffered because of my wish. Help me retrieve the musical instruments and sheet music and put them back on the shelves. It’s nothing but charcoal and soot in there now.
Thank you! These instruments will bring the sound of Christmas back to the fairgrounds. I’m overflowing with joy—helping others is even more satisfying than winning! Wait a minute... Someone’s around...
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A Taste of the Holiday
Terry Tofficus
Licorice dragees! The Detective is a great cook, and he’s willing to help me cook for the Master of Christmas Dishes to fix my wish. Let’s help him prepare some snacks!
The smell of these street snacks drifts all along Caramel Boulevard. When the Cooking Master returns, he’ll have lots of things to present at the contest. Thank you! The stalls are bursting with treats!
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Childhood Joys
Terry Tofficus
If we want to disenchant the elves, we need to help the Toy Master, too. Let’s go to his shop. Jul promised to help us with the toys for the children. Let’s make them together.
Sweet! Now the Toy Master will be able to compete in the contest—look at all the bright toys we’ve made for him. The kids at the fair will be delighted!
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Christmas Entertainment
Terry Tofficus
Without the Master of Entertainment, there’s no one to run the holiday carousels. But we’ll get them back up and running and change my sour wish. First, please help me turn the rides back on.
Thank you! The merry rides can now delight fairgoers once again! Valerie has volunteered to fill in for the Master of Entertainment while he’s enchanted. We already have new visitors!
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A Festive Mood
Terry Tofficus
Caramel curls! To undo my wish and disenchant the elves, I have to help them win the contest! Let’s start with the Master of Decorations. Can you help me make some decor for him?
My wish caused the decorations on the counter to turn to coal. Thanks to you, the Master will now be able to compete with these new Christmas decorations! Wow, helping is kind of fun!
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The Echo of the Wish
Icy
Terry’s confession caused an anomaly to appear in the air. It’s as if a living photo appeared out of snowflakes... Is that the echo of the wish? I need some artifacts to fulfill the manifestation.
The artifacts show that Santa was upset by Terry’s wish, which absorbed his frustration and bitterness, causing the wish to transform... Things are bad. Wish magic is the hardest to crack!
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The Power of the Northern Lights
Icy
Now I’m pretty sure we’re dealing with Santa’s magic. If that’s the case, he’s the only one who can break the spell. But for now, let’s use my strongest remedy—a staff that holds the power of the northern lights.
The power of the northern lights worked! The elves are free from their captivity! No! No! The staff’s effect reversed! That was my best idea... What do we do now?
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Holly Dust
Icy
We can’t give up—let’s double down on our efforts! This time, we’ll test a remedy that can handle even the darkest magic. Help me scatter around some Holly powder.
Did you see that? As soon as the Holly powder touched the candy, charcoal smoke rose from it, but it was immediately absorbed back inside! Our only hope now lies in my strongest remedy.
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A Moss Weave
Icy
Let’s try another means of restoring the elves’ original appearance. Help me wrap the candy in a moss blanket! I’ve woven a powerful reversal spell into it, so this could work.
The moss blanket reverses magical effects. Look, it worked! Quick, let’s get it off the elves! Oh, no! They’re candy again. The elves must have been enchanted with the strongest magic of Christmas!
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Aromatic Spruce
Icy
I don’t give up after failing just once! Let’s try my spruce incense—its smoke restores the original appearance of creatures. Help me light it.
Thanks for your help with the spruce incense! The smoke briefly broke the spell, but the elves became candy again. What kind of magic is opposing us? It’s like the spell was cast by Santa himself!
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A Magic Revealer
Icy
I arrived as soon as I could! I’ve prepared a few remedies to free the elves from their captivity. Let’s start with mistletoe ointment. Let’s apply it to the candy surface.
Mistletoe is perfect for uncovering what’s hidden. Look, the candy took the elves’ shape for a moment, but the transformation didn’t happen... That’s okay! I’ve got more remedies at my disposal!
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The Moment of Truth
Detective
The Secret Revealer is almost ready. We need to put all the parts together—I can do that easily. But I’ll need some help with the activation. Buddy, can you lend me some artifacts?
The artifacts have activated the Secret Revealer! I’m starting the search... No way! The elves have been turned into candy figures decorating the square! Well, Terry’s not getting away with this now.
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A Clear Gaze
Martha
The spirits will help me enchant the base of the amulet. We need this part to find the elves. I’ll write a spell to clear the gaze on it. Can you bring that satin garland from the Christmas tree?
Thank you for bringing the garland. The spell has been activated. All that’s left is to assemble all the parts of the amulet and test it. The spirits assure me that’s the Detective’s role.
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A Sharp Mind
Mistress
Alright, I’ll collect the next part of the Secret Revealer. By the way, I’m sacrificing some of my supplies for it! I left the Nazar eye here somewhere... Well, don’t just stand there—find it!
Finally, we’ve found the Nazar eye. It will reveal what’s hidden from the ears and eyes, but it must be expertly enchanted by a cold-blooded person with a sharp mind... That would be me, of course!
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Lion’s Courage
Detective
Buddy, I’ve been challenged to carve a lens for the amulet out of ice only with my hands. I need to do it with the first Christmas snowstorm. We should take care of it together. Care to help me?
Thanks, buddy! The Secret Revealer’s ice lens will reflect the invisible. The Mistress insisted that it had to be made by someone brave and strong. Ugh, her compliments make me uncomfortable.
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Upbeat Music
Valerie
Jul told me everything. Let me help! That elf-detection amulet requires sonorous bells. I saw some on a sleigh decoration at a nearby house. Shall we get them together?
We’ve got the sonorous bells! Hooray! Their sound will break the spell and help us hear the unheard. Someone as merry as Christmas itself had to bring this part of the amulet—that’s me and you!
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A Kind Heart
Juliette
The Mistress asked me to gather the first part of the Secret Revealer. For the base, I need branches of the spruce tree from the elven lands—the kind that decorates the City square! Can you help me gather them?
This spruce base will drive away evil intentions. According to the Mistress’s instructions, the branches had to be gathered for her by a good person with pure thoughts. I’m so glad we did it, mon ami!
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Coal Magic
Martha
The spirits told me how I could uncover what happened to the elves on the boulevard. I’ll need a few chestnuts that turned to charcoal and some artifacts to help me see more clearly.
The artifacts’ glow reveals the truth—the elves are still at the fair. But the magic shrouding the masters won’t let them be seen, heard, or touched. The nature of this magic is very strong.
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Written Mysteries
Detective
Buddy, my gut tells me that the Candy Master is involved in the disappearance of the elves. Look, he’s hiding something in the snow—a crumpled piece of paper! Let’s wait till he’s gone and take a look.
The crumpled piece of paper Terry hid is a list of contestants with their signatures and today’s date! The elves were here, but they’ve disappeared. Looks like Terry Tofficus is covering his tracks!
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Weird Candy
Juliette
What’s going on on Caramel Boulevard? Everything I touch turns to charcoal. Could I be the problem? Mon ami, you try it—try grabbing the bags of candy.
Look, the candy in these bags turned to coal as soon as you grabbed them! So it has nothing to do with me. Oh, what a relief!\n The Detective is just rude.
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Abandoned Helpers
Detective
I have a feeling Terry’s connected to the disappearance of the elves. He’s busy preparing for the contest—the others were doing the same just before they disappeared. Why don’t you check out that toolbox while I explain.
This toolbox was left behind. It belongs to the Master of Decorations. This elf disappeared while he was working. And there’s no trace of his footprints in the snow nearby.
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Soot Trails
Detective
Naturally, the guard didn’t notice anything—it was switched off. Let’s try to make sense of the incident without any testimonies. Let’s examine the counter where Jul bought the chestnuts.
Look, buddy, there are fresh soot prints on all the boxes. Did someone forget to wash their hands before they started packing? That just proves someone was just here.
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A Wind-up Witness
Juliette
You believe Terry? Maybe he’s the one who caught all the elves with his candy net. Let’s ask the mechanical guard about him. Oh, it’s out of juice. Look for its winding key.
Ah, someone threw the winding key in the snow! We’re lucky you noticed it. Do you think it fell out by accident? Or did the culprit disable the mechanical guard intentionally?
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Fairground Oddities
Detective
These chestnuts turned into coal. You think it’s related to the elves’ absence? Or you think Jul was just naughty all year and got coal instead of candy? I’m gonna find out and write it in the Diary!
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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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The Welcomer
Conductor
We have everything to open the location. Open the door and find out what mysteries the City has been storing behind it for so many years.
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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Mysterious Clue
Detective
We have everything to open the location. Open the door and find out what mysteries the City has been storing behind it for so many years.
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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A Special Invitation
Detective
Looks like we’re all set for a romantic date. All that’s left is to invite Jul. I’ve written her a hundred letters, but none of them are good enough. Maybe a few artifacts can inspire me? Can you lend me some?
The artifacts gave a real boost to my confidence, and now my letter is ready! I was worried that Jul might say no, but after reading this, she’ll definitely agree to a romantic evening with me.
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A Warm Solution
Valerie
I’m assuming the Detective and Jul’s date will last a while. The City gets cold in the evening, so they’ll need something warm. Bring me a fleece blanket - it’ll keep them cozy.
This fleece blanket is surprisingly light, but it is very soft to the touch and warmer than a regular wool blanket. It’s perfect for a romantic date night. I can’t wait to hear how it goes!
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Elegant Lightness
Valerie
I’m Jul’s best friend, and I know she has a sweet tooth. Tell me, what’s a date without dessert? Jul mentioned she’s been dying to try a French dacquoise. Let’s find one, eh?
Did you find the raspberry dacquoise? Oh my gosh! I had one of those once: it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Jul’s gonna love this date. You’ll tell her I helped, right?
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Good Spirits
Conductor
Can’t have a romantic date without sparkling wine. Its refined and light taste will set a cheerful mood. I even have a bottle lying around somewhere. Help me find it.
You found my bottle of sparkling wine from Italy! I was saving it for a special occasion: I thought I’d bring it home from the City as a gift for my wife... She loves it. But you can have this one; I’ve got more.
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The Atmosphere Is Key
Detective
I want my date with Jul to be somewhere romantic. It’s a bummer there aren’t many romantic spots in the City. But I can at least create the right atmosphere. How ’bout we find a painting of Paris?
This painting of Paris is mesmerizing. Great choice, buddy. I’ll place it in a window frame so it looks like a real view from the window. I hope Jul likes it.
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Can’t Go Wrong with Flowers
Detective
Listen, buddy, I’m no expert on romance, so I need your help. Tell me, do people still give flowers on dates? Okay, help me pick out a bouquet then - the bigger, the better!
Wow, buddy! This bouquet is huge! Thank you. That’s just what I needed. You think it’s a little bulky to carry around? No biggie! You can never have too many flowers on a date.
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New Adventures
Adeline Svensson
We’ve uncovered many sensational facts about the Order of the Five and each of its members, and it seems that a trip to the Upper City is on the horizon. I even saw an airship in the sky above the City with my own eyes!
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Signal Received
Adeline Svensson
If my guess is correct, the Collector must have thought of a way to signal to the members of the Order that it’s time for them to gather again. Or maybe you are the one who should do that...? Let’s gather some artifacts and give it a try.
The light from the artifacts activated the beacon at the Airship Station. Could this be the signal? Look, something’s approaching through the fog in the sky! It’s an airship!
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Memory of the Architect
Adeline Svensson
After the Distortion, the Architect moved to the Upper City, so there’s not much information about her here either. But I’ve heard she was very fond of keeping records. We might find one of her journals in this place.
You’re holding one of the Architect’s journals. Too bad it’s written in code. Judging by this drawing, she learned to distort space and create new shapes. It seems that this was her passion.
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The Fog Harmony
Adeline Svensson
There’s virtually no information about the Musician from the Order. Maybe he preferred to keep a low profile? They say he created amazing instruments that could communicate with the fog. Let’s find one.
This music box has a vial of fog built into it, and it reacts to the melody. There’s a message on the casing: "Please respond to my notes..." I think someone dear to him got lost in the fog.
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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.