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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CURIOSITIES FOR EVERY TASTE
Ayeong
Please, leave the shore. Like I told you, there is no virus. I have an important mission here. I’m studying new species that have never been seen outside of this island. My findings are all written on those observation cards.
These cards represent the future of marine biology! Perhaps these creatures are producing the whispers we heard; or, they could be poisonous and responsible for the townspeople’s illness. I’ll look into it and let you know what I learn. Until then, I need to focus.
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AMAZING FAUNA
Huntress
Seems like there’s something troubling Ayeong. I doubt she knows what’s causing the townspeople to fall ill... or maybe, she’s really good at keeping secrets. Mein Freund, did you notice that creature she’s hiding in her aquarium?
This research aquarium was hidden behind a black boulder. There’s a glowing sea creature inside, like the ones the townspeople have reported seeing. Ayeong says it’s a specimen she hasn’t been able to examine yet.
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A RECORDED THREAT
Ayeong
There may be another explanation for the illness you mentioned. You say the victims are suffering hallucinations? Could they be similar to the whispers I heard? Because we can test that. Help me find my drone?
Gases can sometimes rise from the ocean depths and cause hallucinations. This drone recorded underwater sounds during my dive. If I’m right, you won’t hear the same whispers that I did. What? Oh. You can hear it, too, huh?
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A CALL FROM THE DEEP
Ayeong
I don’t know anything about a leaked virus, but I’ve noticed plenty of strange things while working on this bay. I heard a disembodied voice whisper, "the sea will swallow the sky," and it happened more than once. I marked the locations on my map.
The crosses on this seafloor map represent where I heard someone whispering to me underwater. I thought I’d just dived too deep and hallucinated them. But then today, the air’s salt content inexplicably skyrocketed.
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A STRANGE DISCOVERY
Ayeong
I’m a marine biologist. I study ocean life around Jeju Island. Did my equipment confuse you? None of it is for working with viruses. Don’t believe me? Take a look at my salinity scanner and see for yourselves.
This scanner measures the salt content of water. Huh? It’s covered in salt crystals, and the readings are way off. But I just got this. This is the first time I’ve turned it on. It’s brand new.
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THE DROWNING CITY
Martha
The townspeople who’ve fallen ill claim to feel like they’re drowning on dry land. Water pours out of their mouths when they try to speak, and some even mention seeing fish and mermaids floating in the air. I’ll record everything we find in the Diary as we investigate this bizarre epidemic.
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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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FLOATING TROUBLES
Huntress
Mein Freund, you’re here! But be quiet. I’m lying in wait. My instincts tell me we’re close to the source of what ails the townspeople, but I haven’t found anything yet. Come with me. Let’s sneak down to the shore.
That glass house reminds me of my father’s laboratory, and there are machines inside. I wonder if a scientific experiment caused the townspeople to fall ill? Or maybe someone is cultivating new diseases in there? We need more information.
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UNDER THE MANDARIN CANOPY
Martha
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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FOLLOWING PROTOCOL
Rayden Storke
Stone wants us to enter the gallery as soon as possible. But I’m on duty, and I do things by the book. We’ll inspect the surrounding areas first. C’mon. Let’s look around.
The perimeter is secure. I’m sure this is all just a formality. Stone’s claim about witches seems far-fetched to me. What would they want with an art gallery?
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A FASHION IMPROVISATION
Fabien Delamode
This cape will be the foundation of Monsieur Van Eijkel’s new look. It’s nearly finished; all that’s missing are the stained-glass inlays. I want them to be as luminous as the mansion’s windows. May I borrow some of your radiant artifacts?
Magnifique! Your artifacts lent the cape the glow it needed. Monsieur Van Eijkel is sure to turn heads anywhere he goes. This masterpiece is luxurious, distinctive, and most importantly, modern.
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AN INSPIRING ATMOSPHERE
Fabien Delamode
The wardrobe requires a spark, a touch of inspiration, for the artifact to work. But I can’t seem to find one. Wait... do you see that vibrant patch of light? Let’s try that.
Ah, a stained-glass window! Of course. Just look at the colors. Let me examine it using the Artifact of Perfect Taste. Voilà! My inspiration is back. I must begin sketching immediately. My next work will be a masterpiece.
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A YARDSTICK OF FASHION
Fabien Delamode
Even if Monsieur Van Eijkel has nothing suitable in his wardrobe, his mansion is overflowing with curiosities. I’ve heard he has something called the Artifact of Perfect Taste. Naturally, I must see it. Can you track it down for me?
Ooh la la! This is a marvelous piece. What craftsmanship! Now, let’s determine if this Artifact of Perfect Taste can help me create a wardrobe worthy of Monsieur Van Eijkel.
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A MAN’S WARDROBE
Fabien Delamode
As I expected, nothing in Monsieur Van Eijkel’s wardrobe vibes with current fashion trends, but I noticed he had a pair of men’s culottes. Those have potential, even with the excessive ruffles. Oh, mince. Where did I put them?
Merci! Monsieur Van Eijkel claims he wore these to a royal reception once. A fun story, though not fun enough to make them fashionable today. Still, these are finely tailored. Remove the ruffles, and we may have something to work with here.
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A VOLUMINOUS SILHOUETTE
Sim Van Eijkel
Thus far, Mr. Delamode has found nothing in my wardrobe he deems suitable for me to wear. Curiously, he’s also spent the better part of an hour examining my mother’s old dress. I wonder why?
My mother wore this dress to a royal ball many years ago. Mr. Delamode appears so enchanted by it, I’ve decided to give it to him. Hopefully it will give him some inspiration.
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HIGH FASHION
Fabien Delamode
I noticed several tall wigs while examining Monsieur Van Eijkel’s wardrobe. Though certainly outdated, they are undeniably chic. This one in particular caught my attention. Take a look.
Gentlemen once wore these beautiful wigs, too... not just the ladies. When Monsieur Van Eijkel asked about modern kinds of wigs, the first thing I recommended was a barber.
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BEST FRIENDS FOREVER
Adi
Good news! Sim wants to be my friend. He even gave me this as a gift: an automaton wolf. The bad news? It doesn’t turn on. But I don’t have the heart to tell him... Maybe your artifacts could get it running?
The wolf’s lamps are lit, thanks to your artifacts. Now it can sit, stand, and hold up its paw. Sim may not be an automaton like me, but that isn’t going to stop us from being friends.
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A SWEET GIFT
Adi
Well, you got me! I only wanted to make friends with Mr. Van Eijkel. People say he’s a human artifact. I am an automaton, so I thought we’d have something in common. I brought some cotton candy here as a gift, but I dropped it when I was startled just now. Can you help me find it?
Oh dear, this cotton candy is beyond saving. Still, Mr. Van Eijkel thanked me for the gesture. I also brought him some tools, but Sim said he isn’t mechanical the way I am.
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A MULTIFUNCTIONAL ITEM
Sim Van Eijkel
The most recent gift is the strangest of the bunch: a single object capable of doing the work of an entire toolkit. I even consulted my catalog of artifacts to see if we had anything like it. Do you know what this is?
Hmm. A multitool, you say? Incredible. I intend to establish a museum, though, not a workshop.\n Wait. Did you just hear footsteps at the door? Quick! Before our mysterious benefactor slips away again. At last... we’ve caught him red-handed!
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A PECULIAR TOOL
Sim Van Eijkel
You’d hardly believe some of the items that have shown up on my doorstep recently. Another one was a brush meant to be used on delicate machinery. I have a similar brush myself that I use for my watch. Take a look.
These brushes are indispensable for cleaning small, intricate mechanisms. The craftsmanship is top-notch. What puzzles me is why anyone would give something so valuable to a stranger?
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FILLED TO THE BRIM
Sim Van Eijkel
I wonder why I keep receiving these weird items. Yesterday, there was another knock at my door, and I found an oiler delivered on my windowsill, completely full. Mind grabbing it for me?
Thanks. This oiler appears to be filled with regular old machine oil. Is this some contemporary custom I’m unaware of? It doesn’t feel threatening, but it still makes me uneasy.
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A SURPRISE PACKAGE
Sim Van Eijkel
A few days ago, a nice box appeared outside my door wrapped in a decorative ribbon. It seemed harmless, but I thought it was a good idea to keep it somewhere safe until I knew what it was. Please find it.
This gift box was delivered without a note. Whoever dropped it off knocked once and was gone before I reached the door. The box contains gears of every size. But why would I need them?
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THE PERFECT SHAPE
Olivia
The pieces are all in place to put the broken statue back together, but the cracks will still be visible. Wait... I know! What if we used the power of your artifacts to put on the finishing touches? May I borrow some?
The energy from your artifacts bloomed around the statue, and the damaged places simply vanished. Hmm. I’ve seen this sculpture before, in the Encyclopedia of Masterpieces. It’s a symbol of family unity.
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IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RECIPE
Olivia
I’m not an expert on dreams, but I am an expert on sculptures, including Sim’s. Ordinary adhesives won’t work on this type of marble. We’ll need one concocted from a special recipe.
Excellent! The recipe for this adhesive came from a teacher of mine. You know, I feel weirdly calm when I touch this marble. You, too? Or is it just me?
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APPROPRIATE TOOLS
Olivia
Thieves damaged the statue in Sim’s dream, but if these fragments fit the real broken statue, maybe it can still be fixed? I’ll need my tools. Can you bring them to me?
Thanks! I’ll use these tools to scrape away the moss so we can properly examine the underlying marble. Now, let’s compare the fragments. Yes! As I thought, they fit perfectly. We can restore this statue, after all.
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A MYSTERIOUS MINERAL
Olivia
Sim is such a gracious host. He told me all about his dream, the one with the statue. He also mentioned the rocks his mansion left for him this morning, apparently as a gift? I wonder if those two things are related?
I’m sure these fragments belong to the broken statue. You don’t see this type of marble very often. I’ve never even worked with it personally, but I’ve read that it holds a special kind of energy.
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GOOD MANNERS
Sim Van Eijkel
Do you think the preparations we’ve made for Olivia’s visit will be enough? I’ve also acquired one of her sculptures. I thought she might appreciate seeing her work here, but I’m not sure where I set it down. Can you help me find it?
The turtles in this sculpture hold a special significance for me. Turtles have remarkably long lifespans... something I am more than familiar with. I hope Olivia approves, and can help me understand why I dreamed of that broken statue.
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A GOURMET TREAT
Sim Van Eijkel
I think it’s best to discuss important things over tea. Seeing how this is my first social call in many years, I’ll be serving marzipan pie for dessert. Mind fetching it from the kitchen?
Doesn’t this pie smell delicious? Once I’ve given Olivia the tour, I plan to tell her about a peculiar dream I had recently, of a statue that was crying out for help after being shattered by those thieves from earlier. Maybe she’ll know what it means.
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A CENTURY-OLD LEGACY
Mr. Jenkins
Even after all these years working with artifacts, this part still amazes me. The description calls it a portrait, but the surface is completely blank. Maybe the image will reappear after it’s been charged.
Look! The image now shows a three-dimensional portrait of Sim’s parents. I’m sure he’ll cherish such a lovely memento. This wouldn’t have been possible without your help.
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A RENEWED LIFE
Kira Woodville
We unlocked the mansion and freed Sim Van Eijkel, a half-human, half-artifact imprisoned in his own home for more than a century. I wonder what his future holds?
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A NEW CHAPTER
Dr. Barry
Thanks to you, Sim’s in the clear. He’ll age at the normal rate from now on. But he’s still bound to the mansion, and can’t leave until the unique symbol of his life is installed in the console. May I borrow some artifacts?
That’s it... the last component. The mansion has reconfigured itself to no longer recognize Sim as part of its structure. The last heir of the Van Eijkel family is free, no longer a living exhibit, but a new resident of our City.
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EVERYONE NEEDS A DREAM
Emma Luxmore
We need to protect Sim from rapidly aging once time resumes its forward movement. To live is to dream, but after a century in confinement, his imagination needs a jumpstart. Let’s look for an artifact relating to dreams.
This dream generator is simply stunning. Look at all the butterflies. They will grant the mansion renewed ambition, and Sim will be free to pursue his own dreams elsewhere.
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THE HEART WANTS WHAT IT WANTS
Kira Woodville
It’s my fault Sim almost aged a hundred years in the blink of an eye. I want to prevent that from happening again. Dr. Barry said we need an artifact representing the emotions. Let’s look around for one.
A volcano representing emotion? Interesting. This will separate Sim from the mansion at the emotional level, and will teach the house to be more welcoming to guests in the future.
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FIRM INTENTIONS
Emma Luxmore
Dr. Barry once saved my brother and me from a similar bout of sudden aging. If she says Sim’s time can be restored, then I believe her! We need an artifact shaped like a spring. Can you find one?
The willful spring is so strong that it can’t be fully compressed. The mansion should accept it as Sim’s replacement. Can you imagine the willpower needed to endure a century in captivity? And without losing his humanity, no less.
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A BRIGHT THOUGHT
Dr. Barry
The mansion contains an imprint of Sim’s consciousness, and therefore sees him as part of itself. To free him, we have to replace that imprint with a rare artifact that embodies clarity of mind. It resembles a puzzle. Can you find it?
Well done. Kira’s the most familiar with the console at this point, so she should be able to integrate this artifact into the mansion’s systems. Once freed, Sim will finally be able to see what the modern world has in store for him beyond these walls.
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CORRECT ORIENTATION
Dr. Barry
To keep Sim from aging, we have to separate his fate from that of the mansion. I referenced the Encyclopedia of Artifacts in my research. We need the Compass of Fate. Can you find it?
The Compass of Fate can change Sim’s destiny. We’re lucky the Van Eijkels had this in their collection. The League of Researchers has studied it extensively... now I can finally put all of that knowledge to good use.
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A PLAN B
Dr. Barry
The mansion was suspended in a state of temporal stasis. Resetting the date disrupted that delicate balance: the door opened, and time rushed forward to catch up with the present. I can activate my Frozen Moment technology to pause its flow, but I’ll need your artifacts.
Your artifacts charged the prototype. I’m happy to say it worked flawlessly. Time has stopped moving in the mansion, for now. Let’s use this opportunity to figure out a solution to the problem of Sim’s rapid aging.
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READING LIPS
Sim Van Eijkel
I can hardly hear a word Emma’s saying. I can only read her lips. Something about the house, I think. My grandfather’s hearing aid is in that cupboard. Can you get it?
Ah! Much better. My grandfather’s old hearing aid still works. Emma says the mansion is open again, and my guests are safe. Wonderful. Yet I feel utterly exhausted. My knees hurt, and the room is spinning. Oof... I need to lie down.
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FIRST AID
Emma Luxmore
Kira repaired the console and the door of the mansion unlocked. So, what’s wrong? Sim has collapsed on the couch and his hands are freezing cold. We need some hot water.
Wow, even the hot water bottles in this mansion are vintage. But why did Sim begin suddenly aging? The same thing happened to my brother and me once, except in this case, it isn’t just Sim. The mansion itself is rapidly falling into decay.
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TO FREEDOM
Kira Woodville
With the wires repaired and Sim’s artifact back in place, we’re ready to reboot the console. If the sign above the entrance starts glowing, that means the mansion has reopened. Can you check if it’s lit?
Woo hoo! According to that sign, the mansion door is unlocked... finally. The console has stopped throwing sparks, and I’ve reset the system to today’s date. I need to go tell Black we’ve found the long-lost Van Eijkel heir.
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A LIVING HERITAGE
Sim Van Eijkel
I’m hopeful that brave maiden can restore the Altar of Command and save Emma. Perhaps I, too, shall finally be freed from my captivity. My artifact of virtue is shaped like a heart. Think you can find it?
Yes, this is my artifact of virtue. It was made by my parents, who entrusted it to the house when I was but a frail, frequently ill child, so that the mansion would recognize me and my authority.
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NOT A SINGLE SPARK
Kira Woodville
In theory, once I repair the console, the mansion door should swing open. Fingers crossed. I’ve found the damaged wires. Hold them steady while I clean and reconnect them.
Nice work! The wiring seems more stable now, but the console doesn’t only use conventional machinery. It also contains the Van Eijkel artifacts infused with their virtues. Which one belongs to Sim?
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ONE CARELESS MOVE
Kira Woodville
The Altar of Command appears to be some sort of control console. I suspect the system malfunctioned after sparks damaged the wiring. Let’s use your artifacts to examine it more closely.
It worked! Thanks to your artifacts, I found the source of the malfunction. Part of the mechanism isn’t drawing power. Sim must have damaged it when he removed the seal.
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THROUGH THE FIRE
Sim Van Eijkel
On the first day the house could act independently, a huge spark erupted from the Altar of Command. There were no flames, but a nearby tapestry caught fire. Please, find it.
Yes, that’s the tapestry. My mother wove it, and I rescued it from the flames. Later on, I moved it away from the altar, though that was the only time I ever saw sparks fly.
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THERE ARE NO ACCIDENTS
Sim Van Eijkel
I need to come clean about something. As I was the last one in the house, I removed the seal from the mansion’s Altar of Command, believing I could teach the house to think for itself. But I was wrong. Can you find the seal?
You found the seal! And... it’s still broken. There was no other way to separate it from the Altar of Command. Later, the house closed off the great hall where the rare artifacts are kept. They might’ve proved useful.
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A DUAL EFFECT
Kira Woodville
If the mansion only does what it’s commanded to, then it wouldn’t reconfigure itself on its own. Sim is missing a critical piece of the puzzle. For example, why are those curtains half-rotted and half-new? See what I mean?
I think one of these curtains got stuck outside the house when Sim ran after Emma. The window opened and shut at the same time as the door, and the exposed fabric deteriorated instantly. Strange, right?
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A CHERISHED DREAM
Sim Van Eijkel
Why would the house want to destroy outsiders? It was my dream to transform this mansion into a museum. I crafted the display cases with my own hands. One of them should still be around somewhere.
My relatives rejected this display case on the grounds that our artifacts were for us alone to view and enjoy, and were not meant to be shared with the public. No matter how much I pled, they wouldn’t budge. Yet the house itself never feared visitors.
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FROM CHILDHOOD
Sim Van Eijkel
I don’t understand why the house has malfunctioned like this. It’s never displayed this level of hostility before, even when I snuck in my childhood friends to see the artifacts, or my own collection of exotic toys. Hmm. I wonder where those went...
This toy came from a distant land. Reminds me of a time when the mansion was still full of life, and never-ending streams of receptions with distinguished visitors. They all came to admire the artifacts, and the house was glad to welcome them.
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INDISPUTABLE EVIDENCE
Kira Woodville
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but he really is Sim Van Eijkel. He’s been imprisoned inside his own mansion for over a hundred years. Still, we are not Van Eijkels, and he should tell the house to open the door for us. I have an idea. Let me borrow some artifacts.
Halberds? Good thing your artifacts are so powerful, or we would’ve been skewered! This mansion doesn’t mess around. We really are trapped in here, aren’t we? We found Emma’s rescuer, but still haven’t found a way out.
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A FEMININE TRAIL
Sim Van Eijkel
I’m not even sure how I escaped. The moment those brigands fled, the power of the Van Eijkel house drew me back in, like I was being pulled by some invisible tether. I was still holding Emma’s handkerchief at the time. Can you find it?
My, what a lovely handkerchief. Pray return this to its owner, the radiant maiden who briefly gave me the freedom I’ve so long desired. I helped her, and in return, she gave me hope.
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A STATUE OF DISCORD
Sim Van Eijkel
Were I not a Van Eijkel, I might have gazed from that window with indifference while those ruffians shattered my mother’s favorite sculpture over by the porch. Yet my heart could not bear it. Go see for yourself what they’ve done.
This sculpture was a treasured family heirloom. When they couldn’t find a way inside the house, the vandals nearly destroyed this masterpiece out of frustration. A righteous anger stirred within me when I saw it.
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A SILENT FRIEND
Sim Van Eijkel
As promised: the tea. The house still obeys the Van Eijkel bloodline, yet it refuses to let me leave. I’d long since resigned myself to the idea of never speaking to another living soul before you arrived. But I need to put away my puppet friend. Please find it before someone else does.
My thanks for finding my puppet friend. His name is Sim Van Eijkel Junior. Charming little fellow, wouldn’t you agree? During my confinement, I cultivated many skills, from sewing, to painting, to meticulously cataloging all of my family’s artifacts.
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IT’S ALL IN YOUR HANDS
Sim Van Eijkel
I can prove my identity with my palm print. It cannot be duplicated. The mansion will recognize me through the palmistry activator. Can you bring it here?
Excellent! The activator itself is a rare artifact. Only someone of Van Eijkel blood can use it to access the mansion’s controls. I shall instruct the house to prepare us some tea, so we may continue our conversation in a more relaxed setting.
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A DEAL IS A DEAL
Sim Van Eijkel
Indeed. I am Sim Van Eijkel: the heir to, and unwilling prisoner of this house. My great-grandfather bound the mansion to a covenant of inviolability, though I’m delighted someone else finally found their way in here. As for the contract itself? I’ve misplaced it.
Ah, you found the contract. You hold in your hands the instrument of my captivity. As you’ve surely learned from reading the pact, this mansion is intelligent. One day it simply... sealed itself shut, with me inside. No one ever came looking for me.
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A PERSONAL ANTIQUE
Kira Woodville
Check this out. There’s a hidden compartment behind the painting. There could be a key in there. But I need to decipher the locking mechanism before I try opening it. Your artifacts would speed things up. Can I borrow some?
Your artifacts illuminated the correct sequence, and the compartment opened, but alas, no key... only an old portrait signed with the name of the last Van Eijkel heir: Sim, the one who went missing a century ago.
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A SUSPICIOUS LANDSCAPE
Kira Woodville
The doors and windows don’t open, but it still looks like someone lives in here. See that painting? It was hung recently; you can tell by the fact it totally clashes with the other decor, and the landscape it depicts matches the current view from that window.
See? The paint isn’t even dry yet. It’s all over my fingers. Whoever painted this either lives here, or knows a way in and out of the mansion. But if the artist is still here, why hasn’t he announced himself?
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A VALUABLE TOME
Emma Luxmore
Or, perhaps my rescuer is a scientist who invented some new kind of artifact-powered lock. I found a rare encyclopedia of artifacts earlier. It could hold a clue about the door’s locking mechanism. Mind looking for it?
Though rare, the encyclopedia didn’t help us unlock the door. We have a copy in our family collection, but it’s a lot rougher than this one after so many years of use. This one looks like it was printed yesterday.
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ROYAL TASTE
Emma Luxmore
I’m feeling a bit claustrophobic in here. Oh, where is my rescuer? I bet he could unlock that door for us. Hmm. Wait. That chair is from an old royal set. Furniture like that often had hidden compartments in the armrests. Maybe a hiding place for a key?
No key... a pity. Still, this chair is in great shape. It can’t be over a hundred years old. What if my rescuer is actually one of those bandits who attacked me, and they’ve been hiding their loot in here...?
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BLOOD TIES
Kira Woodville
How did the man who rescued Emma get that door open in the first place? The Van Eijkels have been gone for a hundred years. Look for a family tree that shows their portraits. There has to be one around here somewhere.
As I thought: the final portraits on the family tree depict the last couple in the Van Eijkel bloodline, who mysteriously died a century ago. Their son went missing soon after. It’s said he was swallowed by the fog.
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JUST THE PLACE
Kira Woodville
So, this is the famous Van Eijkel mansion? It’s so old, those doors should have rotted away ages ago. But they’re still strong enough that they won’t budge, even when forced. Are we at the right address? Was there a sign? Can you take a look around?
The style of this sign is old, but the sign itself is brand new. My guess is they never had the chance to put it outside. Yep, this is definitely the Van Eijkel mansion. Just look at the craftsmanship. The entire place has been perfectly preserved.
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WHERE IS THE EXIT?
Kira Woodville
We may be in trouble. I hope this isn’t a trap, but either way, we’re stuck in here. Now we really need to find the man who saved Emma. He might know a way to get that door open. I’ll document our findings 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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UNINVITED GUESTS
Emma Luxmore
I didn’t see anyone else in there, and I was too scared to go inside alone. No one has entered or exited this door since I’ve been standing here. But we should hurry. I’m worried about the man who rescued me. He may be injured.
Oh, no! Did the front door really just slam shut? And, of course, now it won’t open. Great. One of the few locks in existence Kira can’t pick. We need to call for help. Hello! Hello? Is anyone out there? We’re trapped inside the mansion!
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DILAPIDATED ARCHITECTURE
Kira Woodville
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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DRAWN BY AROMAS
Juliette
Should be easy to find the First Aromarium. Its wonderful aromas have spread throughout the City, and they’re growing stronger. We must be on the right track. See? Over there. That pink building. That’s where we’ll intercept Cardsharp!
The Aromarium just opened recently, and I haven’t had a chance to visit it yet. Cardsharp doesn’t seem like someone who’d be into fragrances. What is he up to in there? Looking for ingredients for a new love spell?
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A TAILED ARTIST
Mr. Art
The vandal didn’t intend to ruin these works of art, only to do some artwork of his own. Your artifacts will reveal the identity of our furry artist and unlock their true potential.
Your artifacts confirmed that the supposed vandal was really Violet’s dog, Alligator. He was just trying to express his creativity. Maybe it’s time for a new artist to debut in the gallery. The beret certainly suits him.
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THE AUTHOR’S SIGNATURE
Mr. Art
I’ve studied the altered works, and the artist’s style is consistent across all of them. They used ordinary paints, and they even left their mark on the portrait. We can reveal it with a UV lamp.
The UV lamp revealed... a paw print?! I’ll admit, I wasn’t expecting our culprit to be a dog. Still, it explains the primitive art style.
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A SECRET CONFESSION
Mr. Art
Instead of a vandal, Violet may have a secret admirer. Violets aren’t in bloom right now, so they painted her daisies instead. Let’s test this theory. I left a portrait of Violet here as bait earlier. Let’s see if anyone messed with it.
Just as I thought. Someone painted hearts on Violet’s portrait. We can rule out vandalism. This is a confession of love! I wonder who the artist is, inspired by such an... unlikely muse.
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A GESTURE OF ATTENTION
Violet
Has that gallerist lost his mind?! Not only is he ruining my property, now he’s mocking me, too. He must have planted that painted bouquet outside my office. What do you mean, which one? See for yourself.
If Art meant this bouquet as an apology, he failed miserably. My favorite flowers are violets, not painted daisies. Tell him he should quit while he’s ahead.
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A STAINED REPUTATION
Mr. Art
Ms. Violet angrily waved that octopus flag at me, even though I insisted I’d never seen a pennant like that before. Then she threw it behind the statue. Can you get it out?
Ah. Now I see why she accused me. Someone spilled paint on this Octopus Citadel pennant. Seems like they were trying to make the octopus emblem more vivid. This vandal has a certain flair.
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PERFECTION IN THE DETAILS
Mr. Art
Ms. Violet brought in several items that she claims I damaged. Let’s examine them and see what we find. First up: that ruined painting she was so mad about. Think you can find it?
Someone smeared fresh paint all over this painting, but look closely. It’s clear the vandal wasn’t trying to destroy the painting, only to improve it by adding a poorly done sun and clouds.
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AN HONORARY AWARD
Robert Luxmore
All the contestants’ work was impressive, but there can only be one winner. Let’s prepare the award while the judges deliberate. The medal should read: "Best of the City." Mind lending me some artifacts?
Wow. This medal really shines. Your artifacts imbued it with the power of recognition. I can’t wait to find out who the winner is.\n Now, a word from our judges!
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A HOBBY FOR THE SOUL
Emma Luxmore
Uncle Rayden builds model aircraft. I convinced him to enter one into the contest, but he refuses to attend the event in person. No worries. I’ll present it myself. Can you bring me one of his models?
Thanks for bringing me this airship model. If you look closely, you’ll see the details are astounding. Uncle Rayden spends ages making these things.
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MORE THAN ART
Vera
Lucas was so excited about the talent show that he inspired me to enter, too. I’ve been working on my presentation for a while. Think you can pick my piece out from all the others?
My graffiti isn’t just a painting on the wall. It purifies the space around it. I infused my paints with particles of anti-fog crystal. It works the same as an anti-fog lamp... only more powerful.
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A WARM LIGHT
Angélique
I also have an entry in the talent show. My perception of the world differs from your own, but I still have an appreciation for aesthetics. I hope the judges are impressed by the candle I carved. Mind finding it?
You found my carved candle. Note the precisely calculated proportions. My creative process was guided by one simple idea: that even one incapable of feeling warmth can still give it to others.
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THE COLORS OF NATURE
Loukia
I rarely attend the events the City puts on, but I know how hard the Luxmores have worked to organize this contest and have decided to enter my floral landscape. I can’t remember where I put it, though.
You like my floral landscape? Really? Well, thanks! I make tinctures out of the flowers, and use their petals for my paintings. Nature gives us the most beautiful colors.
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A FOGGY STEED
Lucas Light
Everyone knows about my passion for creating fun animal shapes from the fog. I made a mustang for this talent show, but it feels like it’s missing something. Can you help me dress it up?
Thanks for putting the finishing touches on my foggy mustang. I don’t remember when I first found out about this talent, but I’ve had many years of practice at this point.
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RAYS OF GLORY
Olivia
You and Mr. Art have done such a great job organizing this. I can’t thank you and the townspeople enough. We’re getting close, but there’s still one thing left to do before we can open: the lighting. May I borrow some artifacts?
Your artifacts cast such a beautiful light on my sculptures, especially the main piece. And yes, I finally made a sculpture of Sophia! Think she’ll like it?
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SPECTACULAR PRESENTATION
Ali Vazir
I convinced Mr. Art to let me make my famous mousse for Olivia’s exhibition. These little appetizers will amaze the guests... in taste and in presentation. We need a wide, flat stone to serve them on.
This stone platter will be perfect for our appetizers. Maybe not the usual choice for a serving dish, but it’s supposed to be an homage to Olivia’s sculptures, highlighting the delicate nature of the mousse in the same way Olivia transforms her stones into art.
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THE MAIN ACCESSORY
Mr. Art
I have the honor of being MC for the opening ceremony. I’m going to formally present Olivia to the entire gallery. I’ve ordered a top hat from Anna for the occasion. Can you bring it to me?
Thanks for getting my top hat. It’s so festive! Anna Weber makes the best hats, doesn’t she? I couldn’t imagine a better accessory to wear to the event.
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INTERACTIVE ART
Lewis Capuchin
My wife and I are doing the special effects for Olivia’s exhibition, but something’s wrong with our equipment. Can you help us set up the holographic crystals?
Thanks! Those holographic crystals should be in the right places now. My inspiration for the special effects for this event was a recent study of mirages I did. I want to capture each of Olivia’s sculptures through my camera lens as if they’re living people.
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A COUTURE OUTFIT
Fabien Delamode
I always believed Madame Olivia would come back. I’ve sewn an elegant dress for her from the measurements I kept on file. Non, non; I won’t let you admire it while it’s in the box. Find me a mannequin.
Ooh la la! The dress is perfect: blue chiffon, hand-embroidered stars... I can already imagine what people will say when they see Olivia wearing it.
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AN INSTRUMENT WITH A HISTORY
Sophia
Oh, dearie! I can’t tell you how happy I am that my friend is finally free. I was so inspired, I wrote her a song last night. I’m thinking of performing it at the opening ceremony. Mind helping me move that grand piano into the gallery?
This grand piano is special. It was crafted by the Master of the Order of the Five, and the Collector even tuned it for me. Its music is simply magical. It will be perfect for Olivia’s big return!
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AN UPLIFTING MELODY
Alford Stone
I want to apologize to Art by giving him a rare antique trumpet from my collection, but it needs to be restored. Can I borrow some artifacts to speed up the process?
Thanks! It would’ve taken me months to restore this trumpet on my own. According to the description, the sound it produces is the voice of freedom itself. I hope Mr. Art likes it.
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A HERO OF THE CITY
Rayden Storke
So, it wasn’t witchcraft, after all. Mr. Art awakened Olivia with the spirit of independence, dispelled the fog, and opened his gallery. But it seems the Collector brought him here for more than that...
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ALL-CONQUERING ENERGY
Mr. Art
I can feel the energy connecting me to the past, and to Independence Day. But to free Olivia, we need a unifying force. Let’s use your artifacts to launch some festive fireworks!
Your artifacts sent the fireworks booming into the sky, and I felt the unity of the townspeople surging all around me. A radiant glow enveloped Olivia’s statue. I’m ready...\n Olivia, be free!
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A MELODY OF THE SOUL
Mr. Art
I feel a great responsibility to use my powers of freedom to save Olivia. Some music would help set the mood.
Ah, I remember now! I got this souvenir barrel organ for Olivia as a gift. The song it plays is my national anthem. I can feel its energy flowing through me.
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A FAMILY HEIRLOOM
Mr. Art
I’ve always felt connected to the past through my family’s heirlooms. My ancestor’s inkwell was made the same year of my country’s birth, 250 years ago. Can you find it?
This inkwell is my talisman. I feel a deep sense of pride when I use it. To me, it symbolizes freedom, and the values my family passed down through the generations.
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THE RINGING OF LIBERTY
Collector
A copper bell is needed to fine-tune the device so Mr. Art can connect with the most pivotal moment from his country’s past. There should be one nearby. Can you find it?
Thanks for finding this copper bell. Its ringing echoes the moment Mr. Art’s country declared independence, and will awaken his ancestral memory, revealing his true power.
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A MAGNET FOR SYMBOLS
Collector
Mr. Art carries the spirit of independence inside him. He has the rare gift of being able to draw things that symbolize freedom and then extract their power. Can you find me an olive branch?
This olive branch didn’t come to this gallery by chance. Objects representing freedom seem to manifest around Mr. Art.
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UNITED IN STRENGTH
Collector
Somehow, Art’s letter to Olivia pierced the City’s foggy veil. That’s when I realized his gift. Can you find a bundle of arrows?
This bundle of arrows is another symbol of freedom. We’ll gather a few more to connect Art to the moment his country won its independence.
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A VIVID FEELING
Mr. Art
I’ve photographed the symbols of freedom we laid out, and I can feel the camera humming with their energy. Maybe we should strengthen it somehow before we attempt to revive her. Think your artifacts could help?
Your artifacts amplified the energy flowing through the camera. What a flash! Darn. Olivia is still a statue, but there’s a torch in her hands that wasn’t there before... just like Lady Liberty!
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A FREE OBSERVER
Mr. Art
It’s time to prepare the camera. An independent reporter gave this to me after an exhibition I put on. The lens is a little dusty. Mind cleaning it?
Thanks. The reporter who gave this to me joked it was a "freedom camera." Seems fitting we’re about to use it to free Olivia from her prison of stone.
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A CONSIDERABLE WEIGHT
Mr. Art
A photo’s composition depends on the details, and we’re still missing something to charge the camera with freedom’s energy. I know! Can you find a valuable coin from the last century?
Thank you. This coin adds a nice bit of symbolic weight to the picture. It’s a reminder that, while freedom often has a cost, independence is priceless.
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A CONSTELLATION OF LIBERTY
Sophia
I’m confident this will work. The fog gives Mr. Art everything he needs. This time: an old flag with thirteen stars. Mind putting it in the frame?
Thanks. You just framed the first flag of American independence. According to Mr. Art, it symbolizes the pathway to liberty, with the thirteen stars representing the original thirteen colonies.
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A CREATIVE FLIGHT
Mr. Art
A camera charged with freedom’s energy should be able to revive Olivia from her petrification. Next, we need some eagle feathers. Have you seen any?
Thanks. These eagle feathers will make the perfect addition to our photograph. The eagle is my country’s national emblem, representing strength of spirit and the freedom of flight.
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FIGHTING FIRE WITH FIRE
Mr. Art
The Gorgon camera, however unusual, still creates art. If art is what bound Olivia in the first place, then maybe it can free her, too. We need to find a signet ring.
This signet ring bears a symbol of freedom. Let’s gather and photograph a few more. If we can charge an ordinary camera with freedom’s energy, maybe we can bring Olivia back.
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A SECRET PLACE
Sophia
When I heard the news about Olivia’s exhibition, I thought my friend had miraculously returned. But it’s clear now there isn’t going to be a miracle. I’ll show you. I need some artifacts to open the doorway to her.
The secret door opened by your artifacts is designed to only open from the inside. That’s where you’ll find Olivia’s statue. I didn’t want prying eyes to see her. And I can’t even look at her without crying.
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ALWAYS NEARBY
Sophia
Olivia sacrificed herself to revive me. She used the camera again so she’d be petrified in my place. Oh, dearie... this’ll be easier to explain if you bring me my embroidered beret.
This was Olivia’s favorite beret. I kept it so I’d always have something of hers to hold when I missed her. It’s been years since Olivia turned into a statue. At least now, Mr. Art knows the truth.
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A LESSON OF A LIFETIME
Sophia
Mr. Art’s about to hear a sad story. Olivia tried to tell me she’d lost her talent as a sculptor, but I didn’t believe her. I was dismissive of my friend’s feelings, just like this petrified flower.
This flower turned to stone that very evening. I kept it as a reminder. That was the first time Olivia and I had a serious argument, and the outcome was tragic.