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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A Useful Accessory
Leon
Could these items indicate where they originated? One of them seems particularly strange to me. Now I know why... find the signal whistle.
Great, you found the signal whistle. Scavengers use these whistles to avoid getting lost in the fog. How do I know? I saw that Vera has one. She often uses pigeon post.
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Light in the Fog
Mr. Black
I’m sure that examining the things brought by the pigeons will help us learn where they’ve been lately. This thing with the crystal caught my attention. What do you think it is?
I agree - this crystal is part of an anti-fog lamp if the birds stole it from the culprit in the fog. Maybe the culprit forays into or lives in the fog and is possibly a scavenger?
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Ghostly Flora
Kira Woodville
The first item to catch my eye among the things the pigeons brought back was a strange plant. It could’ve grown in the area where the culprit lives. What can you tell me about its origin?
Having examined the shoot brought back by Leon’s pigeons, you confirmed my suspicions that it’s from the fog. Did the bird fly to the fog and manage to return? Or did it steal it from the culprit?
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A Great Asset
Leon
The Postal Dovecote is famous throughout the City for our perfectly trained birds. We’ve even received a memorial plaque. Can you help clean it with some artifacts? It’s overgrown with moss now.
This plaque was installed on the Postal Dovecote’s wall to pay tribute to its carrier pigeons for their work discipline and valuable service to the City! Do you still think that the birds just "flew away"?
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Like the Wind
Leon
Lady, the missing bird, would have returned here if someone hadn’t caught her. She’s the fastest carrier pigeon in the City. Have you heard of her? Look at her trophy!
Lady received the Fastest-Bird Trophy from the Mayor himself! You can always rely on her if the message is urgent, as Lady always strives to get home as quickly as possible.
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A Little Hero
Leon
My pigeons must’ve been captured by the scoundrel who sent the fog bomb. After all, it’s in their nature to return to their nest. Some pigeons show unprecedented courage in doing so. See that medal?
This medal was awarded to Emerald, the pride of our Postal Dovecote! In the early days of the Security Service, agents used carrier pigeons to send secret information! Did you know that?
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The Call of a Distant Home
Leon
You have to believe me - my birds are definitely in danger! If they weren’t prisoners of some unscrupulous villain, they would surely come back. Here, look at Marshmallow’s diploma!
Marshmallow received this diploma for the longest distance ever flown by a carrier pigeon. Moreover, he flew in a thunderstorm and lost neither his way nor the letter entrusted to him!
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A Responsible Worker
Leon
The missing pigeons were stolen, I’m sure of it. I trained them myself to return home. They couldn’t have gotten lost. Take Peggy, for example. Look at her award sash!
This award sash was given to Peggy, one of the missing pigeons, by grateful citizens for delivering a record number of letters. She made ten thousand flights and never got lost!
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An Excellent Student
Leon
My birds couldn’t just get lost or fail to return home. I’ll explain why. There are special marks here somewhere that I made for one of my favorites for banding day. Can you find them?
The award bands you found belonged to Apple the pigeon, one of my best students. He earned them for never getting lost! He grew out of them later, though...
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Reputation at Stake
Mr. Black
Someone’s threatened the City with a bomb and accused me of espionage. I’ll find the culprit, even if I have to interrogate every pigeon at the Postal Dovecote. I’ll write all the details down in the Diary.
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New Level of Mastery
Detective
Do you remember the case of the Borgia’s treasures? I think we have missed some important details. I desperately need to find a new piece of evidence. The item I require is at the %s location, but it will be hard to find. Reach %s level to find the new evidence.
Great! Partner, you have become more and more important to my investigation. With a new rank, you will be able to find new items that were hidden from you previously.
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The Avian Abode
Mr. Black
I take it we’re here. Why do some people still bother sending letters by pigeon? Enter carefully. Don’t forget there may be a real bomb in here!
That’s quite a smell, something like musty paper and feathers! Look, the pigeons are scurrying around freely - I don’t see a single cage. Shoo! I’m interested in the bomb. Where is it?
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A Vestige of the Past
Leon
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 Reliable Landmark
Rayden Storke
With a mysterious look, the Luxmores handed me a lighthouse-shaped nightlight and said it wasn’t working. That’s actually Light’s job, but I’ll try to fix it while I’m at it. Can you lend me some artifacts?
Thank you. It didn’t take me long to fix the night-lighthouse with your artifacts. But Emma and Robert didn’t want it back. They said it was to help me remember the way to them. Okay, I guess I’ll stop by for lunch...
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A Family
Rayden Storke
Most likely, my grandfather is Edward Storke, one of the Luxmores who left the family and changed his last name to marry my grandmother Clarissa. Now I have a great-niece and a great-nephew.
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A Flight of Fancy
Rayden Storke
It all sounds like the truth - a Luxmore married a singer, got banished, changed his last name... But there’s no proof! Oh, there’s something glinting between the stage planks. Give me some artifacts, I’ll try to get it out.
The artifacts shone beautifully, and with their help I easily pulled out the stuck item - a heart pendant. It’s fine workmanship, a true symbol of love. Could this be the proof?
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Fiery Passion
Eli Montague
The music was beautiful, and the acting was beyond praise! The love story of the prince and the shepherdess really captivated me, especially the moment when the throne caught fire. Speaking of, has anyone put it out yet?
Ugh, the throne is still on fire, but it doesn’t look dangerous. The prince gave up the throne to marry the shepherdess, and the throne caught fire! That was so realistic. I have to admit, I was scared there for a moment.
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The Glitter of Wealth
Emma Luxmore
The most beautiful moment of the play was when a charming prince gave the treasure to the demon to free his beloved shepherdess. By the way, help me collect the treasure. I’ll put it back in the safe.
Yes, the treasure is genuine. We’ve given up using fake treasure because it looked dreadful in the footlights. And the prince using the Luxmores’ treasure to rescue the shepherdess from the demon was quite symbolic, don’t you think?
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Shades of Talent
Mr. Black
I am not much of a theater person, but the Luxmores invited me. And you know what? I loved it. Especially when the demon promised the shepherdess power over the world and held out the crown. Does it have rubies in it?
The crown looks almost like it did on stage. When the demon offered it to the shepherdess in exchange for her soul, I think I saw the crown take on a bloody hue. A play of light, I suppose.
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A Mysterious Character
Alford Stone
Such a wonderful performance! My attention was drawn to the mask that Ms. Haze’s stage partner was wearing. He was portraying a demon, wasn’t he? Find the demon’s mask and I’ll explain.
Great, you’ve got the demon’s mask! I have similar masks in my collection, but this one has a mystical glow to it. I thought it was the paint, but there isn’t any. That’s concerning...
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Dark Business
Robert Luxmore
And so the play begins! What will we learn from it? Okay, Sophia is singing as a shepherdess, herding white lambs... Wait, do you see what I see? For some reason, the lambs have changed color!
That’s right, the lambs on stage are black, even though this set was white when we received it, just like it was supposed to be. Something strange is going on around the shepherdess. Let’s keep our eyes open.
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Music of the Past
Sophia
Oh, I have everything I need for inspiration, but I worry if my performance will be as beautiful as the original. I’ll have to use my little secret. Dearie, can I borrow some artifacts?
The artifacts have activated my echo reproducer! It’s a device that helps bring back melodies from the past and is somehow connected to the fog. Now I am confident I’ll succeed!
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An Indispensable Helper
Ursula Hartley
I’m against using our exhibits for any kind of musical production! But I’ve been approached by the Luxmores, longtime patrons of the Museum... Help me find them a shepherd’s crook.
This shepherd’s crook is one of the authentic tools once used in the City. Give it to Ms. Haze... and please be careful with it.
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A Responsible Role
Ollie Articus
That’s a happy accident we met! I was collecting wildflowers at Sophia’s request. She needs them for inspiration. But I got carried away picking daisies and lost the basket. Have you seen it?
Oh, thank you for finding the flower basket! The aroma of meadow flowers is always so uplifting. But now they’re also very important to Sophia, who’s getting into her shepherdess character.
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A Treat for the Muse
Ali Vazir
Everyone’s buzzing about the mysterious musical premiere with Ms. Haze. By the way, she asked me to make her a shepherdess’s meal, but I still need the right ingredient for it. Can you help me find it?
That’s right, I’ll use this sheep cheese to make a treat for Ms. Haze. She said she needs a shepherdess’s meal for inspiration. I can’t wait to see what the musical will be like!
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A Prima Donna’s Dress
Fabien Delamode
Ooh la la, the Luxmores are reviving a musical play. That’s very classy! I’ve also been offered to participate. As a costume designer, of course. The main character’s outfit is already done. How do you like it?
Yes, the outfit is ephemeral and has wings - I took inspiration from fairies. I’ve been told that there’s a kind of mystery in the play, so I conveyed that in the design of the outfit. I’m looking forward to the premiere!
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The Light of Art
Sophia
Emma asked me to revive a musical play. I said yes, of course! But I could use a little inspiration. For starters, I need more sunshine, like in a magic valley. Can you help me with that?
Dearie, I’m so grateful to you for this bright crystal sun! It’s perfect for making me feel like I’m in a magic valley. It’s going to be the main lighting fixture of the stage.
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Valuable Papers
Rayden Storke
It looks like the key to the box is the apple-shaped locket my grandmother left me. Sometimes strange things happen to it, though. Lend me some artifacts, it’s safer this way.
The glow from the artifacts enveloped the box, my locket fit easily into the indentation on the lid, and the box opened by itself. Great, there really are papers inside. Look, this old notebook.
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A Second Chance
Rayden Storke
Since there are paints in Grandpa’s safety deposit box, the Luxmores will assume he’s the artist from their family. I can’t argue with that, but let’s see if there’s anything in here that has to do with Grandma.
Thank you for finding the box! There might be some papers inside, since it’s pretty light. Hmm, the box is closed, and I see no lock on it - just an apple-shaped indentation on the lid. I have an idea how to open it.
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A Vivid Discovery
Rayden Storke
I think the code word for Grandpa Ted’s safety deposit box is "ajapsandali." Ha, he obviously loved that eggplant dish: The deposit box is open! We can finally see what’s inside.
I found some crystal paints inside the deposit box. Hmm, only an artist would leave paints in a bank instead of money. Apparently, these were precious to him. So grandpa Ted painted, just like "E. Luxmore."
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A Taste of Mystery
Ali Vazir
Mr. Storke was interested in eggplant dishes for his investigation. And he came to a true expert! I’ve made a dozen different eggplant dishes. Can you find one that he particularly liked?
Your guess is spot on. Mr. Storke said that he thought the best eggplant dish was ajapsandali. And if it was truly his grandfather’s favorite, it might help the investigation.
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Code Divination
Rayden Storke
Ugh! The information about the Storkes’ past is so close, but I can’t get it without the code word that opens the box. I tried to guess it, but failed. It’s going to take a miracle. What if we ask the fairies for help?
The prophecies of mechanical fairies are usually pretty vague, and I got an eggplant! Wait, now I remember that Grandma said it was Grandpa Ted’s favorite vegetable. Maybe the code word has something to do with it.
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A Legal Heir
Rayden Storke
Why didn’t I think to go to the bank myself? There was Edward Storke’s safety deposit box with something obviously valuable inside. But to open it, you need to inherit it. How do I do that?
It is done. The Mechanical Court of the Order of the Five, whose decisions are always just, has recognized me as Edward Storke’s heir. Now I’m going to open his safety deposit box...! If I can figure out the code word, that is.
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Diving Back in Time
Rayden Storke
I soaked all the posters on the advertising column with the adhesive remover. There are a lot of them, as life in the City was booming back then. The paper has worn thin with time, so I’ll have to be careful not to tear it. Lend me some artifacts, will you?
The glow of the artifacts envelops the yellowed paper, as if to protect the old posters: an evening of romantic song, a flower exhibition...\n Here it is, the playbill of the Amethyst Nightingale Musical Theater!
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A Saving Solvent
Rayden Storke
Even the old-timers don’t remember the Amethyst Nightingale, so Sophia’s idea is our last chance. If the theater existed, its playbill should be on the old advertising column. Can you find some adhesive remover?
You’ve found a great adhesive solvent. It removes the glue quickly, and, more importantly, without causing any damage. This means we’ll soon be able to see the oldest posters on the advertising column. Is the Amethyst Nightingale among them?
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A Silent Witness
Sophia
A musical theater is indeed a great subject for creativity. For the Amethyst Nightingale, I would write a vaudeville or an operetta... Hmm, where’s the City’s advertising column? Let’s look around.
Dearie, you’ve skillfully found this old advertising column! There are several layers of posters, and perhaps the Amethyst Nightingale Musical Theater is among them. With any luck, we’ll find out what their repertoire was.
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The Master’s Hand
Sophia
Emma told me you were looking for the Amethyst Nightingale. No, dearie, I haven’t seen the theater, but I have seen a set piece bearing its emblem. Avocado got it somewhere. I’ll show you where it is now.
This set piece is old, but very beautiful; the tree is masterfully painted, and in its foliage you can see that very amethyst nightingale. Ah, you’ve found the artist’s signature? That’s right, it’s "E. Luxmore"!
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Abandoned Nests
Rayden Storke
On the other hand, the theater we’re looking for is named after the nightingale. Where did these songbirds live? They disappeared in the fog, but we can look for their old nests or feathers.
You’ve found some beautiful nightingale feathers, but there’s no sign of the Amethyst Nightingale Theater nearby. Maybe the postcard advertising it that we found in Grandpa’s file is a joke and there never was such a theater.
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Crystal Music
Rayden Storke
I’ve never heard of the Amethyst Nightingale Musical Theater, but since it has amethyst in its name, it could be located near where the crystals are mined and processed. Let’s search for clues.
Amazing, you managed to find amethyst piano keys! They’re obviously old, so they could have been made to order for the Amethyst Nightingale Theater. But where is the building itself?
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A Winged Messenger
Rayden Storke
We must really be out of luck! The Storke family files are almost empty. The only thing in Grandpa Ted’s file is a painting of a bird. Maybe we can find the artist’s signature? Light it up with some artifacts.
Wow, the light from the artifacts made the whole painting glow! It’s a hologram postcard. I’ve seen one of these before. It’s as if the bird really flew up and sang. I think it’s an invitation to a musical theater.
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An Important Discovery
Rayden Storke
There are no Luxmore files in the Security Service archives, which isn’t surprising. But where are the Storkes? I’m desperate to find the file on my grandfather, Ted Storke. Can you help me with it? Maybe I’m looking in the wrong place.
You did it! Wait a minute, this file says "Edward Storke." Hmm, I thought Ted was short for Theodore, but you’re right, it could be Edward. Now we’re even closer to the Luxmores...
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A Mark of Distinction
Rayden Storke
I’ll see if I can find something for the Luxmores in Grandma’s file. Damn it, there’s no file on Clarissa Storke! I’ll go through the catalog box again. Something small fell out. Can you find it?
A Defenders’ Award engraved "Mrs. S." That’s what was in the box instead of Grandma Clarissa’s file. She helped destroy monsters! But there’s no other information...
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A Hot Find
Rayden Storke
My parents’ file states that there’s a special piece of evidence attached to it, but it’s not in the box. Maybe it has something to do with the Luxmores. I have no idea where to find it. Can you help me?
So this ember from a fire is a clue? Hmm, it hasn’t gone out after all these years! There’s a reason the parents’ file says the fire wasn’t accidental. But the Luxmores won’t be interested in that.
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Gone Missing
Rayden Storke
The archives are fog-worn, so it’s going to be a bit of a challenge. There’s definitely a file on my parents in here somewhere - I’m sure the Security Service investigated their disappearance. Let’s find the catalog box.
There’s something about my parents in the catalog box under the letter "S." It states, "gone missing after a fire in the family home." But I found that out from an old album in my grandmother’s cottage. Isn’t there anything else?
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Access to the Information
Rayden Storke
I’m pretty sure I’m not related to the Luxmores at all, but I’m glad to be in charge of this investigation, since Black gave me access to the Security Service archives. Oh, where did that clearance badge go?
Thanks for finding my clearance badge. I would have been in trouble with Black if I’d lost it. Now I’m going to find out what the Security Service knows about the Storkes and prove that my grandfather wasn’t a Luxmore.
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Onward into the Past
Rayden Storke
I’m going to investigate whether my grandfather Ted Storke could be the Luxmore who was once banished from the Luxmore family. I’ll write down all the facts I find in the Diary.
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Mystery of the Ancestor
Rayden Storke
The rich Luxmores have a new pastime: They are trying to solve one of the City’s mysteries, and they believe it has something to do with me. They don’t seem to be giving up anytime soon, so please help me unravel this story.
An ancestor of the Luxmores’ left the family and took the name "Storke," so I need to find out if it’s my grandfather. I can’t even avoid the case, as Black has issued a corresponding order. Take a look.
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The Abode of Luxury
Dr. Barry
Have you never been to the Luxmores’ house? Oh, it’s easy to find, as it’s probably the most luxurious mansion in the City of Shadows. Come, I’ll show you a shortcut to it.
This is the rich heirs’ villa, but I won’t dare go near it, as Black’s agents are snooping around. I’ll take a walk nearby and wait for news from you. Well, good luck!
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Laughter in the Branches
Hana Chong
Well, we’ve gathered enough evidence to expose whoever’s trying to drive Yu-mi’s husband crazy. Lend me some artifacts. They’ll help me inspect everything in detail.
The magic of the artifacts casts the evidence in a new light. The tent, camera, and food were used for birdwatching. Listen closely. Do you hear laughter? Now look at who’s laughing.
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A Grain of Conflict
Detective
My gut tells me that whoever’s scaring Yu-mi’s husband has something to do with the observation post in the garden. Let’s take a closer look around it. There’s something buried next to the tent.
The tin box we found was buried in the ground under the tent. Quick - open it, buddy. It’s just grain? Hmm, I was expecting to see some tape in here.
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Tree Surveillance
Hana Chong
I’ve come up with a theory. What if Yu-mi was spying on her husband and hired a private detective who was hiding in the garden? Let’s look for a hidden camera.
Hmm, I didn’t expect to find the camera hidden in the hollow of an old tree. It looks like Yu-mi or someone else was secretly filming something. But why is the camera pointed at the trees?
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Blending In
Hana Chong
It’s time to take a look around Yu-mi’s house and see where the mark on the map is pointing. Maybe there’s buried treasure? Or is it a secret rendezvous spot? Let’s find out together.
You say you found a tent that blended in with the garden environment? Hmm, it is quite inconspicuous. I wonder who put it here and why?
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Yu-Mi’s Secret
Hana Chong
Let’s take a closer look at the gazebo in the garden where Yu-mi was resting. I noticed a small piece of a map there. Help me find the rest of it.
You managed to find the map! Here’s the house where Yu-mi and her husband used to live. Next to it is an inscription: "The maid will let you in." Hmm, it looks like Yu-mi kept some secrets from her husband.
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Garden Music
Detective
The townsman claims that on the day he and his wife were separated, she went out for her usual lunchtime walk in the garden. Now there’s strange laughter coming from there at night. Let’s take a look at the garden.
We found a gramophone in the garden. Hmm, the record label is missing. I wonder what’s on it. All I hear is something resembling chirping. The record must have been damaged.
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Drink Me
Detective
We’ve reached the end of the tunnel, but it’s just a blank wall. How did the robber get out of here? We’re missing something! Lend me some artifacts, buddy. They’ll help us shed some light on this convoluted case.
The artifacts have illuminated the tunnel, and I found a small bottle covered in earth, and next to it - a mousehole... with a door. Since when do rodents lock the doors to their holes?
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A Suspicious Rush
Detective
To catch the jewelry-store thief, we have to go down into the tunnel. Light it up, buddy. Who knows where it’ll take us? I wouldn’t want to end up in a monster’s lair.
We searched the tunnel and found a pair of burnt gloves. They must have belonged to our thief, who no doubt tried to burn the gloves to destroy the evidence. But why the rush?
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An Underground Passage
Hana Chong
There are no obvious signs of forced entry: All the display cases are intact. The only clue is the storeroom. Well then, let’s take a good look around and look for hidden doors, false walls, or anything else.
Phenomenal! How did you know there was a secret passage embedded in the floor? Under the mops and buckets were fake tiles hiding the secret passage underneath.
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A Precious Clue
Detective
Let’s go back to reconstructing the incident. According to the witness, the robber dropped something while escaping. But I don’t see anything in here. Want to help me find it, buddy?
So the broken bracelet was lying by the storeroom’s door? Interesting. That’s likely the route the thief used to enter and leave with the loot, too. But how is that possible?
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A Fake Observer
Hana Chong
I found security cameras in the store that was robbed. I didn’t know they used these in the City, and the witness didn’t mention them, either. Let’s check the footage to see if it captured the thief.
The examination of the security camera revealed that it’s fake. It was not used for security but rather for intimidation, to create the illusion of surveillance.
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A Storeroom Break-in
Detective
To conduct our investigative experiment, we’ve returned to the scene of the crime. Witnesses say the thief slipped through a door with a melted lock. Let’s look for a door like that here in the store.
Buddy, you found the door with the melted lock. It leads to the storeroom. But there are only old mops and buckets in here. Why break into the storeroom if there’s nothing of value inside?
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Some Dazzling Protection
Detective
To protect Juliette from the Sparrow, I found a special, dazzling brooch. It was delivered to me from the Upper City, in a disassembled state. I need some artifacts to put it together. Can you help me?
Thanks, buddy! Without your artifacts, we wouldn’t have been able to assemble the dazzling brooch! As long as Jul wears it, I can be sure she’s safe. Anyone she uses it on will be blinded for a few minutes.
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A Spicy Adornment
Detective
I think the Black Sparrow might hurt Jul to get revenge on me for the spinning-top ruse, so she needs a solid defense. Take a look at this bracelet. Can you solve its secret?
That’s right, buddy: The bracelet you’re holding is filled with pungent pepper. All you have to do is point it in the thief’s face and shake your hand, forcing the culprit to sneeze and immediately retreat.
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As Good as Real
Detective
Indisputably, there’s no better bodyguard than a dog! But Jul doesn’t have time to take care of a pet, so I came up with something else. Look at this bag!
There’s no dog inside the bag you’re holding, buddy! But the growling and barking sounds it makes are very believable. Hopefully, they’ll scare off anyone who decides to attack Jul.
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A Tracking Hairpin
Detective
I know that Jul does a lot of housework and often takes her rings off so they don’t interfere. What if the Sparrow kidnaps her right then? I have something for that, too. Take a look.
What you’re holding is no ordinary hairpin. There’s a transmitter hidden amongst all the glitter. If the Sparrow kidnaps Jul, this extra beacon will help us quickly find her.
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A Special Picklock
Detective
I once taught Jul how to pick locks, but she said skeleton keys are too inelegant to wear. Help me find a skeleton key she’ll like.
You managed to find the perfect skeleton key. If the Sparrow decides to kidnap Jul, no lock will be able to keep her from escaping. Hopefully, she’ll actually carry this skeleton key with her.
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An Alarm Ring
Detective
I want to give Jul a special ring. Hidden among its precious patterns is a button. In case of danger, Jul will press it, sending me a signal. Can you help me find it?
Thanks for your help. The button on the ring is so inconspicuous that you won’t find it unless you know what to look for. By pressing it, you’ll instantly transmit a signal to my watch.
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We’ve Been Outsmarted
Hana Chong
The bug’s signal led us to a warehouse. Judging by the smell, it’s where the kimchi barrels are stored. It’s a big area, so we’ll arm ourselves with some artifacts to stop the thief from escaping.
We’ve been outsmarted! The Black Sparrow has long since fled, leaving our bug in the middle of the warehouse! But inside the kimchi barrels, we found the items stolen from the townspeople. Let’s return them to their rightful owners.
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Intuition and Delusion
Detective
Once again my instincts were correct: the Festive Street became the stage for mystery-dinner theater. We’ve tracked down the culprit, and soon we’ll bring the thief to justice.
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The Auction Commences
Detective
We’ve organized an auction, and the whole City is in attendance. It’s time for the bidding to begin. Will you do the honors, buddy? Bring your artifacts over - we’ll need them!
The bidding is announced, and it’s time to open the safe.\n As I suspected, it’s empty - the spinning top is missing, and there’s a note left in its place! Great! Just what we hoped for - we’ve got the thief on the hook.
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An Invisible Pursuer
Hana Chong
You’re right; given the Black Sparrow’s abilities, neither security nor safe will stop the thief. We’re assuming our target will steal the spinning top, so we’ve hidden an electronic bug in it. Take a look!
This tiny bug fits on the tip of a needle and is almost invisible to the eye. When the thief steals the spinning top, the Detective and I can track him down and finally arrest him.
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Independent Evaluation
Detective
Buddy, I can see you doubt our plan. But we’ll hide the spinning top in a safe that we’ll keep under our own supervision at all times. Here, evaluate the safe with your keen eye.
I knew this safe would impress you. The clever lock, its heavy weight, and the gold patterns give the impression that only someone who knows the secret combination can open it.
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Awaiting Guests
Hana Chong
The mock auction has to go flawlessly! Rumor has it that even some Upper City residents will attend. We’re going to need a lot of auction paddles. Can you help me get them?
Thanks for helping with the auction paddles. Is this the last batch? Perfect! It won’t be long before the guests start arriving.
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Clever Bait
Adeline Svensson
The spinning top is a powerful artifact that interests many townspeople. To pique the thief’s interest, we’ll be holding an auction to "sell" it. Did you get your invitation?
We’ve sent out invitations to all our townspeople just like the one you’re holding. So now all we have to do is wait for the Black Sparrow to take the bait and show up to steal the spinning top.
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The First Step
Detective
Hana and I have devised a plan to catch the Black Sparrow. Oh, I’ve just received the latest paper from Adeline. Let’s read the news while I tell you the details of our operation.
What’s reported in the news is a lie - we didn’t fix the spinning top, but the Black Sparrow will definitely want it back so that he can use it to escape justice. This is part of our plan to draw out the thief.
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Between Worlds
Martha
We’ve studied the artifact that the thief brought to our Сity. Now let’s try to contact its creator. Bring me the artifacts - they’ll help us forge a communication channel between worlds.
The artifacts have filled my crystal ball with energy, and I’ve established a connection with the mage who created the amazing spinning top. The channel is unstable, but I’ll try to hold it.
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The Creator’s Message
Isabelle
I was able to make out the markings on the artifact. It looks like a compass, one I’ve seen before. Look for a scroll clasped with a similar symbol while I finish my experiment.
Good: You found a scroll with a compass-shaped seal. I can see the same mark on the spinning top. I think we’ve found the artifact’s creator. Let’s read what he wrote.
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Testing Procedure
Isabelle
The spinning top isn’t dangerous, but it affects space in an unusual way. We need to conduct some experiments to find out what exactly it does. Find the test-chamber remote.
Using the test-chamber remote you found, I’ll run different energies through the spinning top to learn what happens to the space around it.
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The Weight of Other Dimensions
Martha
I think the spinning top contains chaos, and it could be dangerous to us. Find the scales of order; they will tell us if the spinning top can safely synchronize with our dimension.
Thank you for finding the scales of order. I’ll place weights corresponding to our dimension on one bowl, and the spinning top on the other. Hopefully, that doesn’t throw the scales out of balance.
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A Window Between Realities
Martha
Now that the spinning top is cleared of extra energies, we can easily determine its purpose. To do so, let’s place the object in a crystal frame. Could you bring it to me?
The crystals in the frame you brought react unusually to the spinning top - some disappear; others triple themselves. The space around the spinning top is distorted, and a window into another reality has appeared.
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The Secret of Cleansing
Martha
The Detective brought me a curious artifact. The spinning top undoubtedly has magical properties, but to determine them, the item has to be purified. Bring me the purification box.
Thank you! The box absorbs all the energy that has been layering onto the artifact, leaving only the energy that the object itself generates. Let’s put the spinning top inside and see what happens.
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A Shadow of Suspicion
Juliette
Mon ami, you’ve checked the alibis of the townspeople you suspected of having a connection with the fugitive. Meanwhile, I’ve collected a whole box of photos from the festival. Let’s look through them together. Can I borrow some artifacts?
Your artifacts helped me quickly get through the photo report and check the alibis of all suspects. Looks like the Black Sparrow isn’t a resident of the City, and neither is Hana, though I suspected her.
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The Scent of a Sorceress
Mistress
Why I’m here is my own business! If the Detective’s nose is as keen as he thinks, let it tell him where I’ve been. The fragrance of my perfume will give him a hint.
Impressive! The fragrance of my perfume led you straight to the home of a local shaman I visited. She’s an old friend of mine. I wish I’d found her home.\n You think I’m lying? Why would I do that?
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Old Facts
Detective
I should have talked to the Collector first! I know his trail has long been cold. But maybe he’s hoping I’ve let my guard down. Let’s pull up some old files.
The Collector’s and the Sparrow’s cases bear some similarities: Both jump from the City to the real world and back. Still, these are different people. The former kidnapped victims, and the latter is interested in trinkets.
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An Unseen Bird
Roger Doubledeal
My alibi? I came here to hunt! I wanted to catch a strange two-headed bird for my zoo. What do you mean, there’s no such thing? Come on; I’ll demonstrate.
You’ve found the two-headed bird. I couldn’t catch it, and I would advise against trying! It’s beautiful, but this bird’s peck is too painful. Maybe I should make friends with it first.
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A Literary Creation
Conductor
What are you talking about? I don’t know any sparrows. An alibi? I was here for a literary event. They read poetry and graphic novels in one of the houses. I even wrote one myself. Let’s go find it!
So, you’ve found my novel. It’s not finished yet, but I’ve already sketched an outline. Don’t look at me like you don’t believe me. Ask Valerie - she helped me and sat next to me at the event.
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A Rare Drink
Cardsharp
You’ve got the wrong guy! I’m not a thief! The ghost bartender and I came here to get a ginger-pear drink, but we couldn’t find it in time because of the commotion. Can you help me look for it?
The ginger-pear drink you found is the real reason I’m here. The bartender and I want to order a dozen bottles of it from a local merchant for the Red Rose Café.
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An Elusive Thief
Detective
We’ve looked through the street and collected the thief’s trademarks. Some of them I’ve found in the City before. I’m sure it’s no coincidence. Lend me some artifacts, buddy, and we’ll try to connect the dots.
The artifacts illuminated the scene, and we found another piece of evidence - a sparrow-shaped paper figurine. It’s the same kind I’ve found wherever there’s been a recent burglary.
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A Master of Persuasion
Hana Chong
Many in my department believe that the culprit is an adept in nunchi persuasion. The thief often leaves victims a ring with a flower on it. Look for it.
You found the nunchi ring in your pocket? And you forgot who gave it to you and can’t remember what you talked to the person about? That’s a persuasion technique used by the culprit.
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A Spirit Talker
Hana Chong
Back at the station, cops say that the culprit is a spirit talker, as if spirits are lending a hand. Also, another of the thief’s trademarks is a red shaman’s hat. Do you see one here?
I knew it! The fact that this hat has been planted in this street can only indicate one thing: The culprit is planning a grand theft. And it’s going to happen here.
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A Mere Imitation
Hana Chong
The culprit is a master forger who often plants fake gems at crime scenes. See that gem glistening over there? Use a pocket magnifier to examine it.
You’re not so easy to fool - the gems in your palm are indeed fake. Yet these stones have misled many jewelers, even under scrupulous examination. They’re nearly indistinguishable from real ones.
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The Art of Burglary
Hana Chong
It’s unknown how the thief gets into the victims’ homes. Experts never find any signs of forced entry, but they do find the burglar’s neatly packed bag. I’m sure you’ll find one here, too.
The burglar’s bag you found is always an identical set: a crowbar, a rope, and gloves. Of course, there aren’t any fingerprints or other traces. The thief uses the bag as a distraction.
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A Master of Disguise
Hana Chong
The National Police Agency has been looking for a very cunning thief for a long time. Wherever this person’s been, we find the thief’s trademark wooden Hahoetal masks. Look for them.
The wooden masks you’re holding are a symbol of transformation. Our thief is a master of disguise. In the five years we’ve been hunting him or her, we’ve never been able to determine whether we’re chasing a male or a female.
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An Unexpected Discovery
Detective
We’ve examined the scene: The traces of both the shooter and pursuer seem to have vanished, but maybe we can find the bullet? Buddy, lend me some artifacts to help me find it.
The artifacts lit up the street and drew my attention to a small trinket. I took it for an ordinary festival attribute, but there was a bullet stuck in it.
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A Trail on Paper
Detective
Let’s keep inspecting the area. I’ve noticed an overturned tray of traditional paper dolls across the street. That’s where the fugitive’s footprints lead. Let’s study one of the dolls.
What cute paper dolls! Too bad the fugitive trampled them. But look at these paper beauties over here, buddy. There are two different types of footprints. Looks like the fugitive was being chased.
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A Big Turtle
Detective
I always pay attention to things that shouldn’t be at the scene, like that giant turtle over there. A grown man could easily hide under it. Let’s check it out.
I’ve never seen anything like this! One of the revelers mentioned just now that the hay turtle is a traditional game for the Chuseok holiday. It’s quite big, but no one’s hiding in it now.
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A Picture from the Future
Detective
We need to interview eyewitnesses. Maybe someone saw the shooter. Let’s go through every house on this street. Hopefully, we won’t get lost. That brightly colored poster over there looks like a map of the area. Hand it to me.
The poster shows this very street, but that tower doesn’t fit in. There must be a science-fiction park nearby. Is that a TV tower? Do they really like to watch TV that much around here?
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In Food, There Is Truth
Detective
Do you smell that aroma? There are lots of street-food stands around here. Let’s interview the chefs - they’re sure to remember seeing our suspect. We’ll have a flavorful meal in the meantime.
We found flavorful bibimbap at every street-food stand, but no one saw the shooter. Don’t you think that’s a little suspicious, buddy?
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A Bright Hint
Detective
To catch the shooter, we need to scrutinize the scene. I’m sure the culprit’s hiding somewhere. Let’s start with those broken lanterns. Do you think they were hit by the bullet?
I don’t see a bullet hole in any of these multicolored lanterns. Do you? I think the string the lanterns were hanging from was ripped off. Maybe that’s the shooter’s doing?
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Hunting down the Shooter
Detective
The Festive Street was deserted in an instant: Everyone ran away when they heard the gunshot. Let’s identify the shooter and apprehend them. I’ll record every step of the investigation 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.