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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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.
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A Beautiful Memory
Salem
While all these mystical things, along with this ethereal melody, are indeed connected to Matilda’s ghost, the Marquis has nothing to worry about. Bring me some artifacts and I will explain.
The glow of the artifacts reveals the ghostly figures of Matilda and Oliver dancing in the gazebo. The City has embraced their love story and preserved it in the fog, its soft whispers reaching the garden.
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Ardent Feelings
Lawrence de Bertrand
The melody is coming from a distant corner of the garden. The canopy of trees blocks out the sky above, and it’s getting dark... What was that flicker of light? Could it be musicians playing by candlelight? Let’s go and see.
You’ve found a burning candelabra. But who brought it here? Oh, I tried to blow out the candles, but they won’t go out - it’s phantom flames. It seems that the ghosts are still haunting me. But why?
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Celestial Visions
Lawrence de Bertrand
Whether it’s the elusive melody or the fragrance of the moon lilies, everything seems so full of mystery to me now. Did you see that? Some strange moths just fluttered over the garden. Help me catch them.
You have skillfully caught the hovering moths. And yet, they are as ethereal as the music filling this garden. I’ve never seen moths like that before, though I used to enjoy catching butterflies. Are they creatures of the fog?
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Fragrance of the Night
Lawrence de Bertrand
I think the music is coming from the flower garden. The moon lilies there should be about to bloom right now. They don’t emit any sound, only a scent, but let’s check just in case.
The lilies are indeed in full bloom, emitting a delightful fragrance, but no sound. Hmm, I don’t remember asking the gardener, but someone put a bouquet of these moon lilies in my sister’s favorite vase.
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A Charming Bard
Lawrence de Bertrand
I am not much of a music expert, but I think I hear a lute leading the melody. Has a bard wandered into the garden to entertain the public again? Let’s find the lute.
The lute you’ve found once belonged to Oliver, my sister’s lover. He had won Matilda over with his skill... But the melody is still coming from somewhere, even though no one is playing the lute right now.
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Innermost Dreams
Lawrence de Bertrand
In the past, open-air concerts were often held in the garden, but the melody is not coming from where the musicians would usually play. Oh, you can also see that gazebo?
I thought I was hallucinating... We never had a gazebo here before! You’re saying that the fog of the City can move buildings? I’ll take your word for it. The gazebo does indeed look foggy.
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This Is Fate!
Salem
Matilda is about to throw her bouquet, and the guests are ready to catch their chance at mutual love. I’ll enchant the ghostly bouquet so that both spirits and humans can catch it. Quickly, lend me some artifacts.
The bride’s bouquet soared over the guests! The artifacts gave it a serious boost, and the glowing bouquet flew over the crowd and landed... right in Juliette’s hands! Fate has made its choice.
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A Festive Finale
Detective
The case of the mystical storm and the angry ghost is closed, culminating in a true happy ending - a ghost wedding. This year, the townspeople celebrated Halloween with a special flair.
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The Long-Awaited Happiness
Martha
Now the lovers will exchange their vows, and the Queen of the Night will join their souls. I will weave a special spell so that everyone can see the ghostly ceremony, but I’ll need some artifacts.
In the glow of the artifacts, the whole ceremony looks majestic. I couldn’t have achieved this with magic alone. Look, the newlyweds are doing their first dance. It’s as if they are floating on wings of love.
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A Guard of Honor
Detective
Guess what I’m doing at the ghost wedding. Guarding the dessert! The undead love sweet things, so Salem has entrusted me with keeping the wedding cake safe until the ceremony. I hid it well, don’t you think?
I knew you’d find the cake, but don’t tell anyone where it is.\n Oh, Salem’s owl just sent word that it’s time to bring out the treats. Which means the fun is about to begin!
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Soulful Music
Salem
Matilda’s fiancé Oliver has arrived. He is a musician, and I have a gift for him - an enchanted lute. But I can’t find it among the other gifts the guests have brought. Can you help me find it?
You have found my gift for the groom - how timely! He will play this enchanted soul lute for the arriving guests while we are busy with other preparations.
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Predatory Décor
Valerie
Oh, I love parties! Especially ones as unusual as a ghost wedding! The spooky-cute decor I made for Halloween would be perfect for the ceremony. Can you find it?
Thanks for finding my garland of dewdrops and toothy flytraps. Can you believe Queen Salem herself praised it? Help me hang it, but be careful - it might bite.
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A Royal Garment
Salem
The most important thing at a wedding is a happy bride. And a beautiful dress always lifts a girl’s spirits, even if she’s a ghost. I have conjured up an ethereal dress for Matilda. How do you like it?
Truth be told, I consulted the best otherworldly couturiers on the style of this ghostly bridal gown. But the shimmering moth trim was my own idea.
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Guests from All Over
Adeline Svensson
A ghost wedding on Halloween - now that’s what I call a sensation! I’ll start covering the story as soon as I finish writing the invitations. Salem has enchanted the cards for them. But where on earth are they?
Thank you for finding the enchanted invitations. Don’t let them fly away until I’ve verified the addresses. It’s important to get them right: we’re inviting guests from different dimensions to this Halloween wedding.
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A Symbol of Reconciliation
Salem
Matilda accepted her brother’s repentance, and her wrath faded, replaced by sadness. I see that the spirit wishes to give something to Lawrence. Bring me some artifacts so that he can receive the gift.
The light from the artifacts enveloped a plush bunny in a glow. This toy helped little Matilda fall asleep. Since the spirit is giving it to Lawrence, that means he has been forgiven and can now sleep peacefully.
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The Dark Side
Salem
So, we have evidence of our hapless poisoner’s remorse all over the place. Perhaps Matilda will be at peace now.\n But what’s that thing in the bushes? Be careful, it exudes dark emanations!
That’s right, this is the flask that gives off dark emanations. It contains... oh, wine with a generous dose of rat poison! Was Lawrence planning to poison someone else instead of repenting? Whose flask is this?
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In Memoriam
Ludwig
I came across a new statue of a young woman reading in a secluded corner of the garden. I believe the Marquis commissioned it as a memorial to his sister. The Queen will appreciate his efforts if we show her the monument.
De Bertrand spared no expense on this monument - it’s a delicate work made of expensive materials. The Marquis confirmed that the statue was erected in memory of his sister in the spot where Matilda liked to read.
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Flowers for His Sister
Valerie
Salem will tell Matilda’s angry ghost that Lawrence is truly repentant if she believes it herself. Have you seen the bouquets here? They speak of his remorse. Find them, and we’ll show them to Her Dark Majesty.
Thank you so much for helping me find the bouquets! I once read that pink carnations symbolize an apology and a promise that nothing will be forgotten. Lawrence used them to decorate the place; it’s quite touching.
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Bitter Tears
Shaad
Her Dark Majesty should know that the Marquis de Bertrand regularly shed tears in memory of his sister. I saw him with an almost full lacrymatory. Find this proof of grief for me.
Thank you for finding the filled lacrymatory. The Marquis followed the custom of collecting tears to pour on the grave, but few observe this mourning ritual as sincerely as he does.
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Proof of Grief
Salem
The ubiquitous vampires have already whispered to me about the fatal engagement. I don’t condemn Matilda for her anger, but I will talk to her if Lawrence is truly remorseful. Is there any proof?
Lawrence claims to mourn his sister night and day? Yes, the candles by Matilda’s portrait are melted, but is it not because her raging spirit keeps him awake? I need something more convincing.
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The Crime’s Trace
Martha
The tincture of blockheader can indeed cause temporary confusion. Also, blockheader’s particles are very long-lasting. I can determine if it was present in the glass if you bring me some artifacts.
Your artifacts have enhanced my revealing spell, illuminating the ominous potion particles in the musician’s glass. It is definitively blockheader, but the dosage was lethal. This indicates that Lawrence is the poisoner!
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A Sneaky Move
Lawrence de Bertrand
Then I said I’d allow her to marry the vagabond musician and arranged their engagement. Oh, you should have seen the ring that beggar brought Matilda! You can find it and see for yourself.
This wretched travesty of an engagement ring! But I kept quiet, for the engagement was really meant for Matilda to reject her suitor herself. I had a plan to make it happen.
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In a Golden Cage
Lawrence de Bertrand
I confess that I locked Matilda in her chambers. I hoped she’d come to her senses, but she was stubborn and threatened to starve herself. Then she made preparations to escape. Here’s the proof.
I noticed the tied sheets in time to prevent her escape. But I realized I couldn’t change her mind. She had read too many novels and had deluded herself into thinking that love was the most important thing in life.
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Without Kith or Kin
Lawrence de Bertrand
My sister joyfully agreed to introduce me to her beloved. I’d assumed he was an impoverished nobleman, or at least a respectable bourgeois. But I was in for a big shock. Find the musician’s hat.
Matilda’s choice turned out to be an itinerant musician who collected coins in this hat. Yes, her dowry would have given him a comfortable life... But I couldn’t give my sister to a vagabond!
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A Troubling Sign
Lawrence de Bertrand
Matilda said she’d met her destined one in the apple orchard, and that his gift was more precious to her than that of the wealthy man. Care to know what he gave her? The gift is inside one of the books - look for it.
Yes, these are dried apple blossoms. Obviously, my sister’s chosen one was poor. And you know, for Matilda’s happiness, I was willing to consider such a mésalliance. But things turned out to be much worse...
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An Expensive Gift
Lawrence de Bertrand
Please don’t think I killed my sister, it’s not true! I loved Matilda. I cared for her, and I found her a good fiancé - a noble and wealthy man. Look at the gift he gave her.
This precious rose is worth a fortune, and it confirms that I found an excellent match for Matilda. But my sister asked me to return the gift because she’d fallen in love with someone else.
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A Revealing Vision
Martha
A blurry silhouette of a person has appeared on the surface of the black dew. Oh, a flash of anger has weakened Matilda; she needs more energy to reveal the murderer. Bring me some artifacts.
Now the silhouette is clearer, and the artifacts have illuminated a vial pendant. This must be the main clue...\n Wait, it’s Lawrence - he has the same pendant. He killed his own sister!
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A Glimpse Through the Twilight
Martha
The mother-of-pearl chalice is filled with the black dew, and the spirit can project onto its surface whatever it wishes to show. But we need a special device to see it. Please find the Eye of Light.
This Eye of Light allows one to see messages left by spirits. You didn’t know you had a third eye? Everyone has one, the tricky part is learning how to use it. But now you are well equipped.
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Shrouded in Mystery
Martha
Spirits don’t like to share secrets with strangers, and it would have taken me a long time to gain Matilda’s trust if I hadn’t brought along a fog veil. Please help me unfurl it.
Thank you for helping me unfurl the fog veil and envelop the site of the séance with it. I have long noticed that spirits feel more comfortable under the veil and are more likely to speak openly.
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The Danger Alert
Martha
Since we don’t know what’s causing Matilda’s anger, it is best to monitor her emotional state, as an angry spirit can be dangerous. Look for some twilight bells: They’ll alert us if there’s any danger.
The chime of these twilight bells is attuned to ethereal vibrations and will help us track the mood of Matilda’s spirit. This will help us communicate and avoid danger.
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Mysterious Droplets
Martha
Matilda will find it easier to communicate with us if she uses black dew - spirits can project images onto it. Black dew is collected on mourning orchids, so let’s find that flower first.
You have found the most beautiful mourning orchid I’ve ever seen! And most importantly, there is enough black dew on the petals for our special séance. I’ll catch it in the chalice.
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A Shimmering Bait
Martha
We’ll know exactly what happened to Matilda if her spirit tells us. But the ghost doesn’t want to communicate through the Ouija board, so let’s look for a mother-of-pearl chalice.
You did a great job. This mother-of-pearl chalice attracts spirits with its mysterious shimmer. I’m sure even the angry Matilda wouldn’t mind interacting with it.
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The Furious Spirit
Lawrence de Bertrand
Casting aside all my prejudices, I tried to summon Matilda’s ghost to find out what she wanted, but the Ouija board suddenly burst into flames. Perhaps you have some kind of protective artifacts?
Your artifacts are working - the flames on the Ouija board have died down. I’ve never dealt with spirits before, so I must have done something wrong. Please help me talk to my sister!
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A Sinister Plot
Lawrence de Bertrand
But death suddenly took my dear sister from me... I’ve forbidden my servants to remove her belongings, so if you look around, you’ll find my sister’s favorite books. She would often read in the garden.
Yes, these are her romance novels. Love stories were Matilda’s favorite... Oh, my sister’s death was a great blow to me. But when she started appearing to me at night, my life became a veritable nightmare.
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A Delicate Type
Lawrence de Bertrand
I tried my best to care for my sister on my parents’ behalf, buying her the best outfits to go out in public. But Matilda preferred reading and fine embroidery. Please find her work for me.
Thank you for finding my sister’s embroidery. Matilda’s work was distinguished by its elegance, for she saw only beauty around her. I swear, she had everything she needed for an easy, carefree life!
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Accurate Accounting
Lawrence de Bertrand
I never dabbled in magic, nor did I believe in it. When I inherited the estate, I devoted myself to its management, hardly ever parting from my trusty abacus. But where did it go?
You found my abacus! Oh, I wish I could go back to the time when my greatest concern was to accurately calculate all my income. But that’s not what fate had in store for me.
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A Memorial Stone
Lawrence de Bertrand
So we’re in the City of Shadows? I have no idea how I got here. But this estate and this garden are definitely mine. I was born here, and my ancestors are buried here. Look, here’s our family tombstone.
As you can see, it’s not that old. Sickness claimed my parents a few years ago, and I became the rightful owner of our family’s fortune and the guardian of my little sister, Matilda.
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A Generous Guest
Lawrence de Bertrand
I am being haunted by a ghost. It is a complete and utter nightmare. I can’t sleep at all! I must communicate with this ghost, and I’ll pay generously for the séance. Oh, where’s my purse?
Yes, that’s my purse. Give it to the medium, and I’ll add more if this means getting me rid of this nightmare. I am a rich man, and I own all the land around here. Or rather, I used to. Where am I exactly?
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Brought by the Storm
Detective
On Halloween Eve, a violent storm has brought a mansion with a garden into the City. A man’s voice comes from there, calling out for someone named Matilda. We need to find out who these people are and why they’ve come here.
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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 Mansion with a Secret
Detective
I hear a man calling out for a certain Matilda somewhere in this suspicious place. But he’s going to have to talk to me first. Buddy, let’s go find out who has landed in our City this time.
No one is rushing to meet us, so we have time to look around. Hmm, the storm didn’t damage the mansion or the garden, so it looks like the mansion’s owner is the one who caused it. I wonder who he could be.
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An Unfamiliar Voice
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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A Belated Visit
Detective
It seems we’re the last ones to arrive in this bustling neighborhood. I don’t like waiting in line, but we’ll have to if we want to get to the festival. I wonder what attracted so many people here.
Oh, my gut tells me we’re going to have lots of delicious stuff to eat out here. Do you smell that? I don’t know what smells so good, but I’ll find out as soon as I enter the neighborhood.
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Protected by the Service
Kira Woodville
In deciphering the pigeon’s speech, we’ve discovered that the birds very much like to gossip about their caretaker. It’s best that this data be kept private, in case we ever need it. Let’s seal it with some artifacts!
We’ve securely sealed the case with artifacts, and the birds’ gossip about Leon will be protected by the Security Service. And now we’ll add eavesdropping birds to our arsenal. They can serve as witnesses!
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The Main Intrigue
Kira Woodville
Soon we’ll understand what these carrier pigeons like to talk about! I’ve brought a special sound reproducer that can play our spectrogram. It can translate bird speech into human speech! Take a look!
The reproducer you examined will translate pigeon "talk" into words. Actually, it won’t be that literal, but we should be able to get the gist of their meaning. Hmm... do you hear that? It worked!