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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Ominous Transfiguration
Cardsharp
Stopped by the time shop and asked the owner about his next find. He told me to look for his somatrope. It's a toy disk with a different picture on each side. If you turn it quickly, you can see the two pictures as one... The watchmaker's somatrope has a picture of a man on one side and a troll on the other, he said. Find it.
My friend, you found it well! But what an interesting toy it is. On one side is a troll and on the other is a human being. If you spin it, the two become one... that's something, isn't it? Well, that's just speculation.
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Stolen Spring
Valerie
The troll is asking you to find his lost hourglass. It's a unique hourglass, but instead of sand, it has a dead tree in it. What a funny hourglass... can you find it? Why does the watchmaker need it? Anyway, I have to give it back to him! At least it's for the tree buds.
You found it! Wow, so this is the hourglass you were looking for, huh? There's a dead tree inside. It looks exactly like the tree in the middle of the market square! Martha said the troll market is out of time. They don't visit here in the spring. Look around, you won't believe this...
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Mysterious Ritual
Martha
It's a good thing Detective, Mayor, Huntress, Juliette and you all agreed to help. Sit at the five points of the pentagram, then we'll carry out the exorcism ritual. Could you please bring me the manuscript with the ritual text from my library?
Be quick and copy this text so everyone has one. We'll read it out loud at the same time.
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Magic Ribbon
Martha
You've described a complex task. It seems that Cardsharp has had the curse of Avarice put upon him. I don't want to come to conclusions too quickly. I can carry out a ritual to find out what it is we're facing, but I'll need some of Cardsharp's personal possessions, like his cards, belt or top hat. If that is impossible, at least the ribbon from his top hat will do.
You did it. Wow! This is no simple ribbon; it has different colour magical symbols on it. They eithersignify a clan membership or the status of the owner. Ecxcellent, let's callu pon the astral powers.
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Special Architecture
Lady
I almost forgot - we should check the wagtails' house! Just as I thought, it was also blown down by the harsh winter wind. These funny birds need a special nest structure - their long tails don't allow them to dive into a house mid-flight. Try to find a house with a porch.
Where did you find this house with such a wonderful porch? I was sure that I checked everywhere here... Now we can patch it up, and my favorite wagtails will have a place to return to after wintering.
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Mediterranean Charm
Valerie
The connection is obvious: the Italian artist created an Italian-themed painting, Adeline searched for it in Italy and ended up in the City along with the Italian Patio... Ugh, what a mess. It's obviously time to enter this Italian Patio and find out the truth. Let's go! Follow me! I mean... After you!
The Patio is like an Italian fairy tale! No wonder it inspired Giovanni di Fiori to paint his masterpiece. Just like in Adeline's sketch! Look, there's even some coffee waiting for us in the street cafe. Ugh... It's rather bland. And the coachman? Hey, mister! Everything here is so... lifeless.
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Animated Room
Isabelle
I feel an extraordinary flow of energy through the slightly open door. It's as if the space within the Secret Room changes every second! Let's muster our courage and enter. I want to see the legend with my own eyes. And we must save Juliette!
The Secret Room's unusual items remind me both of a detective's and a scientist's office. There is something sinister about it... But I believe that the Secret Room is our ally. And our only chance to save Juliette before it's too late.
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faithful dog (Hachiko)
Detective
Training animals... great idea. Icy is pretty smart. I had a colleague who used to train dogs in New York and you said he never failed you. Nicholas needs a dog. Why don't we find him a cute puppy?
Buddy, look at this snow terrier's dark, dull eyes! She's still little, but when she grows up, she'll be able to sniff out any monster or spirit. I'm sure Nokolas will train him well.
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Starlings' Home
Lady
Just as I thought, the starlings' home was also blown down by a blizzard. These smart and sociable birds must have a home to return ot after wintering. Let's look for a wooden birdhouse.
It's so wonderful that you found the wooden birdhouse! We just need to patch up the roof a little, and it'll be ready to be hung back on the tree. My lovely starlings won't be left without a house when they return from the Forest of Spirits!
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Daytime Shelter
Lady
You found the fallen owl dwelling! Now madam Hoot - the name I gave the owl who lived in this house - will have a place to return to after wintering in the Forest of Spirits.
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Chatterbox's Home
Lady
I definitely remember that last year, a charming parrot's nest hung here. I taught it to distinguish between different styles of dish painting. Let's look for its coconut nest, which was blown down by the wineter wind!
Thank you for finding the coconut nest - it really was blown down by a bizzard. Now we need to fix it, and hang it in the garden back in its former place. Then my talkative parrot friend will be provided a house and have no problem returning after its wintering!
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House under the Roof
Lady
There isn't a single bird who'd want to return to a ruined nest! Let's restore the birds' nests so they have a place to return to after wintering. Let's start by finding a wicker nest: the tits above my window lived in one.
You found the wicker nest! It looks like a basket of various sized twigs. I'll hang it in its old spot, and my little neighboring tits will have a place to return to after wintering in the Forest of Spirits.
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Fifth Ingredient
Mistress
Alright... Now bring me a bottle of spirits... And never mind your facetious remarks! I don't need whiskey! I'm not planning to drink it, but to use it as a solvent! Fool...
Wonderful. We have all the ingredients. Why are you looking so expectant? Waiting for tips? Ha ha ha!
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Benefits of nuts
Kira Woodville
You are very good at looking for ball fruit. Speaking of which, we also need a ball fruit with a delicious nut inside. It is something that is in the nanyousgi, and if I can find even one nanyousgi in this city, I can get the ball fruit.
Thank you for finding the ball fruit with the well ripened nuts inside. I could not find them alone! The bulbous fruit of nanyosugi keeps the skin and joints healthy. If you add this to your decoction, it will not only help with wounds, but will also strengthen your body overall.
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Healthy shades
Kira Woodville
My mother taught me how to make this decoction. My mother called it "ball fruit wound medicine. I hope to see my mother again someday when I leave this city... Regardless, I must make a decoction for future trouble. Next time, bring me the purple fir ball fruit.
That's what I'm talking about. I was looking for this purple ball fruit! This color means that this bulbous fruit is young and contains a lot of valuable ingredients. If we add this to the decoction, it should be effective against bone fractures. Of course, it is better to avoid fractures.
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indispensable ingredient
Kira Woodville
Did you know that itosugi also has ball fruits? They are small in size but very precious. It is perfect for finishing a decoction for wounds. I saw a street lined with Itosugi in town. If you go there, you may be able to find the bulbous fruit.
I am glad you found the bulb fruits of itosugi! I am sure adding them to the decoction will enhance its efficacy. The bulbous fruit of the cedar is good for cuts and bruises. In addition, it is said to strengthen the nervous system and is very valuable.
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the flower is always sweeter than the flower
Kira Woodville
The decoction also requires the bulbous fruit of the larch tree. It is so beautiful in addition to being good for you that it is even called the "Arctic rose. When you see the pink bulbous fruit of the larch, you will surely understand how appropriate this name is.
The larch ball fruit really looks like a flower. But they have such wonderful benefits that can't be compared to roses! I would much rather receive a bouquet of roses than a larch, which has excellent analgesic and hemostatic properties.
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Technical Approach
Isabelle
One day, my professor asked me to try out his latest invention. It was a fox that tracked anomalous phenomena. Unfortunately, the animal's nature got in the way and it didn't listen to me at all. Maybe Nicholas can handle it better. Let's look for this high-tech fox together. Where did he go?
Thanks, that helped me find the fox. Let's get him moving! Look, it's wagging its tail like a dog. Real foxes don't do that! I'm sure Nicholas will be able to train him.
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Winter Diva
Juliette
Nicholas has to overcome the negative effects of the ice. But it's hard to stay positive in a constant snowstorm and gusty winds. And that's when songbirds come in handy... yes, songbirds. I love the chirping of the northern cardinals. Let's catch one for Nicholas.
They are singing happily, aren't they? I'm sure the bird's cheery chirping and bright colors will help you through the sadness. Nicholas could teach this bird a few new songs.
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Air Transportation
Conductor
We need some good transportation to get to the far north. Santa has his red-nosed reindeer, right? I think Nicholas needs one too. Why don't you train him to fly on a reindeer?
I borrowed Lumika's reindeer from the shed, but I don't think she'll notice. There are plenty of reindeer in the ice palace! I'm sure these reindeer will be useful to Nicholas. Besides, I'm sure even Lumika would gladly offer up a reindeer or two if he would control the crucible for her.
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Winged guides
Nicholas
I was skeptical when I first heard Icy's suggestion, but it is true that learning about animal training would prevent my mind from being consumed by the ice crystals in the melting pot. I could take a couple of animals with me, so I wouldn't be so alone. I think I'll start by trying to tame a winged ptarmigan. Can you give me a hand with that?
Here, hurry up and catch it! What a quick little rabbit! You almost got away from me. The rabbit helps travelers stranded in blizzards and icy deserts to avoid getting lost. I will teach this little rabbit how to find and save travelers who have lost their way.
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Remember Everything
Lumica
I know how important it is to remember every day that you're not alone in order to not let ice crystals into your heart. I will create a special calendar to help Nicholas bear the burden of the Lord of Frost. Bring me some artifacts, I'll use them in my ritual.
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Fourth Ingredient
Mistress
The scent must be delicate, refined. That means we need some Jasmine Extract... I don't know where to find it! That's your job! You can even make it yourself - there are some flowering jasmine bushes in the City.
Hmm... You didn't bring much Jasmine Extract, but it'll have to do. We'll say you found the fourth ingredient.
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Third Ingredient
Mistress
Pleased that it's all been so easy so far? Let's see how quickly you find the next ingredient - White Musk. It's a natural substance, which increases attractiveness.
I see you found the White Musk. I must admit, you're not as hopeless as I first thought. We already have most of the perfume ingredients.
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Second Ingredient
Mistress
The perfume base consists of woody notes. I need some Sandalwood Oil. And don't dawdle!
What? you got the Sandalwood Oil already? At this rate, by nightfall you'll have deprived me of turning Juliette into a toad.
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First Ingredient
Mistress
We can make my perfume by mixing the necessary ingredients. We'll start with something simple - bring me some Citrus Oil. Well, what are you waiting for? Go!
What are you so pleased about? The Citrus Oil is the most simple and easy to find ingredient. You can't relax yet!
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Benefits of Chicory
Martha
Bring garden-variety Chicory and squeeze the juice from it. This will be the next ingredient in our secret magic-free recipe to improve vision. All our ingredients are entirely natural. The most important thing is for the Conductor to agree to take them.
I hope you didn't forget to wash the Chicory you found? One must never forget about hygiene. I have no doubts about your good sense.
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Blueberry Drink
Martha
Last, but not least, is blueberries. It will be useful to you and to the Conductor. Bring some blueberries. Only fresh ones, not frozen. I hope you know where to get them.
You're simply an expert! Where do you find all this? The blueberries that you brought can also be juiced, but personally I prefer the whole berries.
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Spinach Cocktail
Martha
The next ingredient in the magic-free recipe to improve vision is Spinach. I'll squeeze the juice from these leaves using my own strength.
It's wonderful that you brought so much Spinach. Bring it here. I'll bake a pie using what's left over.
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Careful Exploration
Juliette
Let's look around the Greenhouse, mon ami. If someone asked for help, we could find them or at least their trail. I doubt the Greenhouse has an emergency exit to leave the building unnoticed. But be careful. If something happened in there, we could be in danger too.
There are many exotic birds and plants in the Greenhouse. I also see various unusual things from different parts of the world. But I can't see anyone who could leave a note with a plea for help. Where could they have gone? I think it's time to call the investigators!
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Vexatious Blots
Lady Peacock
We couldn't see each other often, so we wrote to one another regularly. I even gave him special peacock feather quills so that the would remember me every time he wrote something. Will you find them?
These peacock feathers were also cursed. Once my beloved started to write me a letter; the feathers were broken, there were blots on the sheet and the ink dried up in the inkwell, Someone really wanted to prevent us from talking.
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Blackened Stones
Lady Peacock
Something inexplicable started happeneing to my favourite things. I once had a necklace made of Indian gems. My boyfriend said it made me more beautiful than the dawn. Look for it in the Hotel and I'll tell you what happened.
This perfect necklace is the skillful creation of Indian craftsmen. Its gems are lustrous; yet almost overnight, most of the gems became black. As if something filled the gems with black anger and envy.
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Following the Fiery Trail
Isabelle
As soon as I reached the steps to Jack's Tower, I felt the resence of an ancient entity. It's time we go upstairs and find out the source of this sinister flame. Be careful Halloween is a restless time when danger and fun go hand in hand!
We discovered a magical clock floating in the magic currents at the top of the Tower. That's the source of the fiery flashes that frightened the townsfolk. Look! The clock's hands are moving slower and slower... For some reason, I don't even want to think about what happenes when they stop.
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Dry Flowers
Lady Peacock
I belived nothing could stop our love. However strange troubles continued. Once, my beloved and I bought a vase in an antique Indian shop. Find it somewhere in the Hotel.
This Indian Vase is beautiful, isn't it? However, we soon discovered that the flowers in it withered very quickly. In just a day, the blossoming bouquet turned in dry and lifeless.
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Broken Jewel
Lady Peacock
My beloved once gave me a wonderful box, adorned with a peacock made of precious stones; but unfotrunately a sad fate awaited this gift. You'll see for yourself when you find it.
This elegant Peacock Box is itself a jewel. I took great care of this token. Imagine my disapointement when I discovered that the box was broken. It was as if someone wanted to take my most precious possession away from me.
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Broken Couple
Lady Peacock
After the ill-fated ball, where my beloved and I first saw the Mistress of the Manor, strange things started happeneing to us. Our gifts to each other, letters, any symbols of love were lost, broken of spoiled. For example, a pair of handmade wine glasses. Find them and you'll see for yourself.
I gave these handmade glasses to my beloved so that he'd always remember me. One of the wine glasses broke in less than a week. It was as if something prevented them from being together.
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Troll Nature
Agvid Hanson
I decided not to give up and went looking for the box with the stolen energy. When I found out that the nature spirits had already appointed a new gatekeeper, I was furious. I even stole the triquetra they presented to the newcomer. Here, take it, I return what was stolen!
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Cold in the Heart
Agvid Hanson
I didn't purposefully kill these Campaunula flowers by turning them into dead glass. Back then, I didn't know that a troll's touch is fatal to plants. So the nature spirits, not seeing any warmth in my heart, drove me away.
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A Blow Below the Belt
Mistress
I don't want to frighten you, but I think I'm finally aboe to achieve my goal. The odd couple, Lady Peacock and her admirer, challenged my magical abilities, so I was left with only one option... Bring me the ring and I'll tell you a secret.
This ring has a secret hiding place, and in it, there is an odourless and tasteless powder. It causes an unfailing love attaction; but that stubborn Englishman was not affected in the slightest!
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Eloquent Gestures
Mistress
I decided to attact Lady Peacock's companion. So I started giving him tokens of attention, using the language of the fan. It always worked smoothly, especially since my fan is enchanted. Bring it to me.
Here's my magical fan! Unfortunately the young Englishman was immune to my charm. It was the first time my advances remained unanswered. I also observed that the officer and Lady Peacock barely spoke during the ball and didn't even dance.
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Intoxicating Aroma
Mistress
Until now, no man could resist my charms, but Lady Peacock's companion was out of my control. I decided to use a perfume made by a special perfumer. Its flavour is able to deprive his mind. Find it and you'll soon see.
Here it is - the Perfume iwth a special fragrance. This fragrance conquered all except Lady Peacock's companion. There was no one for him but her and I noticed that the feeling was mutual.
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Bloody Luster
Mistress
It was strange that there was a gentleman who wasn't paying me any attention at the ball. I wore a necklace with diamonds and blood-red rubies. When I wear it, no man can resist me. Bring it and see for yourself.
This is my gorgeous necklace. Do you like it? I thought so. The young officer who accompanied Lady Peacock, however, remained indifferent to it. I realised that despite their external restraint, they were in love with each other.
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A Peak of Popularity
Mistress
There's one particular ballroom custom where a man presents the lady with a ribbon with bells as an invitation to dance. Usually by mid-evening, I normally have all the gentlemen's ribbons; but to my surprise, I never received a single ribbon. Bring me the Ribbon with Bells.
Did you bring me the Ribbon with Bells? At the ball I was supposed to get the same one from the young English officer, who came with Lady Peacock. It was obvious that he was just accompanying her as part of his official duties.
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Filling the Glasses
Lady Peacock
In my country women do not eat together with men. They only bring the food and pour drinks. At a gala dinner in honour of my engagement to the British Minister, I poured wine from a special jug. Keep looking, it's somewhere in the Hotel.
Its from this jug that I filled the bowl of the young English officer. My heart fluttered just from being close to him. Impreceptibly, he took my hand and looked at me; it was then that I realised that the love was mutual.
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Dances for the Guests
Lady Peacock
I volunteered to dance for the guests and my arranged groom. It was also a change to see the young officer again. In India, a mondatory accessory for the dance are payals - bracelets for the feet. Find them.
You've found them! I danced, the Payals jingled, the young English officer couldn't take his eyes off me and my heart sanga! Is he in love too? Unfortunately my parents had already set a date for the wedding.
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Indian Music
Lady Peacock
I've never told anyone this story, but since it's so important for you, keep listening. Father asked us to play for our distinguished guests and for my fiance to play on the Indian Sitar. Keep looking, the Sitar should be somewhere in the Hotel.
I once played the Sitar for our English guests. The young officer didn't take hid eyes off me, and I shared a private moment with him whenever he was around.
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Precious Gift
Lady Peacock
Do you think that my past is the reason for the Mistress' obsession? My life was monotonous for so long until my father decided to marry me off to a British Minister. For he needed a good relationship with the mother country. Find my Tikka, she's the one who changed my life.
The Tikka you found was a wedding gift from the British Minister. It adorns the forehead of the bride on the wedding. The Minister asked his aid, a young officer, to bring the rich gifts to our house. But when our eyes met, my whole life changed. It was love at first sight.
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Symbol of Happiness
Lady Peacock
Thank you for your interest in me. My story is really unusual. I was born in India and sometimes, in this strange Hotel, there are things from my homeland. For example, I recently saw Traces of Lakshmi. Find them, and I'll tell you all about them.
You've found Traces of Lakshmi. My family holds a high position in India, so my mother always decorates our house with traces of Lakshmi made from precious stones. Hindus believe that this symbol attacts the blessing of love, beauty, wealth and good fortune.
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Bumblebee-bird
Lady Peacock
I now have hope that all my beautiful birds will return. You have adifficult task ahead of you. My aviary had exotic Hummingbirds. They're very small and fast. Can you find them?
It's unbelievable! You managed to find my birds; even the tiny Hummingbird! These little birds hover in flight over the fragrant flowers and drink their nectar.
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Clean Lines
Lady Peacock
Before the quarrel with the Mistress, I loved watcheing my swans swimming in the bay. I sometimes think that they're still there. Please, find at least one of my swans.
Thank you! The white Swan came back to me, and there's his mate is the bay. You know that these noble birds make a couple for life? If one dies, the second one dies of anguish.
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Living Gems
Lady Peacock
In my aviary there was a Bird of Paradise. I hope it is still somewhere in the Hotel. Give it back to me please.
Thank you for finding my Bird of Paradise! Come here, my dear. An excellent copy. You know, there are places where a lot of Birds of Paradise live. Gathering in a flock, they resemble a scattering of precious stones.
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Blue Crown
Lady Peacock
The second bird that disappeared from my aviary is the Crowned Pigeon. A very beautiful bird. Find it if you can.
I can't believe my eyes! MY Crowned Pigeon! Just look at him, isn't he handsome? He looks amazing, like a blue bird of happiness.
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Sovereign Gold
Lady Peacock
The Mistress of the Manor wanted my birds, but they have a special signficance for me, so I refused her. She was very angry and all the birds were gone the next morning. Bring back my feathered friends. Start with the Golden Pheasant. It is the easiest to find because its golden feathers glisten in the sun.
Well done! You've found my Golden Pheasant. I pretty mush gave up on seeing him again. See the beautiful golden colours of his plumage.
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Horrible Transformation
Agvid Hanson
I didn't manage to catch the troll and recover the stolen energy. I decided to seek help from the Maiden of Spring, but as soon as I brought my key to the Spring Gate, the keyhole was blocked by a door knocker in the form of a troll's head. I knocked it way, but a new one appeared. Come, I'll show you!
See for yourself, I'm telling the truth! The troll's head door knocker that you found was sent to me by the nature spirits. They hinted that those like me are not allowerd inside. When I saw my reflection, I was horrified. I'd turned into a troll myself!
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Prisoner of the Obsevatory
Juliette
Mon ami, I can also hear a woman screaming. I tried looking thought the window to see what's happening inside, but everything inside is flooded with white light, and I can only see terrible shadows moving inside the building. Let's enter the Observatory. Please, be careful. I don't think it's safe in there.
Look, everything in the Observatory is turned upside down! It looks like the aftermath of an explosion! Look up! A girl is floating in the air under the dome and an energy vortex is raging around her. Maybe Isabelle can figure out what happened here?
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Mysterious Trial
Isabelle
The strange scroll talked about achieving perfection. Doesn't this imply some kind of competition, dueling or special equipment? Let's take a closer look at the Japanese Garden to understand exactly what was meant by a "Trial".
The air smells so good here... Just look at these cherry trees, the carved Japanese house, the lanterns on the flowering branches and the pond full of live carp! But it's much more complicated than we imagined. I'm afraid that this Trial involves mastering various disciplines in the spirit of Japanese traditions.
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Hiding Faces
Juliette
We're looking for a hat that belongs to the mysterious stranger the Detective saw at the Hotel. If those extravagant hats were not suitable, then it might be worth looking for a hat with a veil? They are worn by ladies who want to remain incognito.
Look, the hat you found has such a thick veil that you can't see the face under it. Unfortunately, the Detective argues that this hat does not look like the headwear belonging to the stranger from the Hotel.
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The Third Riddle
Professor
Only one riddle from the sphinx knocker now separates us from the Collector's precious drawings. Here it is: "My one end is chasing the thought, The other will turn its mark into naught." It's clearly about writing utensils. Let's find the answer!
You found the Stylus, the answer to the sphinx's last riddle! The pointed end of this stick is used to write on a was tablet, while the second one can erase the text.
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The Second Riddle
Professor
To get into the house where the genius's drawings are stored, we need to find answers to the intricate riddles of the sphinx. Here's another: "Sisters hurry, beating time, Should stumble one, their work is gone." I have a hunch about where to find the answer.
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The First Riddle
Professor
The Collector's drawings are hidden behind the door, but it won't open until we solve the sphinx's riddles. The first reads like this: "A huge fang is sharp no more, And now is used like precious ore." Let's find the answer.
You found the Ivory Ball, the answer to the sphinx's riddle! Well done, assistant! We're one step closer to the precious drawings. Let's move on to the next riddle!
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Ambush
Detective
Are you okay? It's strange that the werewolves didn't even touch us. They just grabbed the invitation and ran away. It looks like they created an ambush, just waiting for us to find the invitation. but I don't understand why they'd need Alicia's wedding invitation? Let's find them! I want to figure out the story as soon as possible!
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Archive Dust
Martha
I can't talk with the Bride's ghost any more - she's crying again! It's good that you know her name. Now we can search for her in the city's archives. City Hall holds the City Chronicles volume. Maybe we can find Alicia Cruz's wedding mentioned in it.
There's a glossary in the Chronicles, let's check it... Here she is - Alicia Cruz! Look, there's even an invitation attached from the wedding of Alicia Cruz and the baron...
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Wedding Ring
Huntress
Look on her left hand, there should be a ring there! Where can we find the ghost girl's wedding ring? Well, if it's shiny and valuable, I'm sure the gargoyles have got their paws on it. They're very fond of jewellery. It wouldn't be easy to find we'll have to beat it out of the winged beasties.
Such a beautiful ring! Look, there's an engraving on the inner rim. "To Alicia Cruz - my beloved." Now we know the Bride's name!
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Shadows and Sounds
Huntress
We're at the Dungeon's entrance. Do you hear the faint sounds coming from deep in the dunnel? There's a lot a things hiding in there. Lately poisonous bats have been seen. Their bites are lethal so we'd better find the Bride's slipper before we run out of torches.
Look! There it is - a white wedding slipper. Let's take it back to Martha and see what she has to say about it.
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Mysterious Clue
Professor
I found a postcard with a cityscape in the mailbox today. The sender marked the house of the Collector with a pin. On the back, they wrote: "Aero section, 1/12." I'm sure that the genius himself wants to share his methods with me! Take a look. Where did the postcard go? Please help me find it!
Thank you! I hid the postcard so securely that I forgot where it was. I think the pin marks the place where the drawings are. Let's check!
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Preparing to Desecend
Huntress
The fact that I'm still alive and well is thanks to my habit of not going into the Dungeons unprepared. It's not the most pleasant nor the safest of places. The first rule is to stock up on flares. Darknessis your greatest enemy in the Dungeons. I swear by my blade!
Good. Now we're ready to descend into the City's Dungeons. Follw me.
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Huntress Saves The Day
Martha
The Bride lost a slipper in the Dungeons? We definitely must find it. The dungeon specialist is our Frau Huntress. I don't really want her in my house but we have no other choice. She probably wouldn't want to come here either but I know what will sway her. I have a magical inextingushable lantern here somewhere. It's essential when going into the dungeons. Find it and offer it to the Huntress in exchange for her help.
Martha asks for my help? Actually me and her are ot great friends... But an inextinguishable kerosene lantern woul be really helpful. Okay, I'll go.
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To See the Invisible
Martha
Oh, I've never thought about it - The detective can't see the ghost. Well, noe everyone has that ability. Thank goodness the Collecor made a special ghostly visor. These glasses allow you to see ghosts. I saw a werewolf recently wearing a pair. I remember thinking that it was a very peculiar sight.
Nice glasses, that Collector of yours had real taste. Oh, and they even work! I can see the ghostly girl.
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Ghost case #1
Detective
I don't have time for you now. I'm too busy, sorry. I was just attacked by werewolves and dropped my lock picks. We need to find them by any means necessary or they'll fall into the wrong hands. I can't let that happen! So, no chats before the lock picks are found.
Now I'm relaxed and ready to listen. A crying ghost case? Hmm, sounds interesting. My practice has never taken on a ghost case before. Let's not waste any time.
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Crying Ghost
Martha
The girl's spirit sometimes stops crying and will talk to me... but I can't understand a word she says! It's strange - I usually understand ghosts, even the silent ones. To remove the curse, a special ritual must be performed. This ritual is impossible to perform on your own, so will you help me?
(Martha rolled her eyes, clutched the amulet and suddenly spoke in high girlish voice, sobbing as if she's been crying for a long time) "For years I've been wandering around the City of Shadows as a ghost. I'm so tired and just want to die, but I can't. A greater force keeps me here. I beg every man I meet for help but only you have heard my calls and been able to understand me. In my mortal life I remember only one moment of happiness and then... terror and pain. I awoke in some dungeouns but managed to reach the surface... I beg you, help me."
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Never say never
Never say never
If you agree to descend into the Dungeons and save the lost girl, I will show you the key's hiding place. Quid pro quo. agree? Good, then listen. The cache is in the Dungeons under the Chest but you can only open it if you have a magical threefold amulet. If you put an amulet close to the cache, it starts glowing. But where to find this amulet I do not know.
I've kept my word and pointed you to the key's location. Now you keep your and save the girl who cries for help from the depths of the dungeons.
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Frozen Memories
Martha
Making film for the memory camera is a work of art! And I'm a seer, not an artist! But of course I can do it. Magical dust is, actually, a task for a novice magician but the coating process is a hassle. The dust goes everywhere and burns your eyes. I won't do it unless you bring me protective spectacles.
We have film. We can make one more photo and, hopefully, the Mayor will remember something about the Exploration Chest. There's a city square in the picture of Mayor's memories. The Mayor himself is in the middle of it but why is it so dark around him? What kind of a memory is this? Let's show him the photo.
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Magic Photo
Cardsharp
We need film for the camera - a special one coated with magic emulsion. It can't be found in the City these days but, luckily, I put one away for a rainy day. Find it.
Grea, now I can take a photo of the Mayor's memories. Mayor, sir, please take a look at that photo. Do you remember something?
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Truth is out there
Cardsharp
Once, the Camera of Memories was nearly stolen from me by boggarts. After that I hid it in a safe place. It's time to find the Camera and use it to help the Mayor's Ghost recall the past.
We need to take a picture of the Mayor. The photos will reveal one of his memories. Some of the pictures may help him remember his past. And if he remembers, he'll tell us the key's location.
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The Seal of the Past
Martha
I could conduct a seance and summon the Mayor's spirit. To do so I need a couple of items that still bear his essence... As Mayor, he must have possessed the City?? Seal and the Key to the City. First, you should find the Seal.
What a beautiful thing! It features the City's ancient emblem. However, the seal has worn down over the years and I can't make out the detail. No matter, I'm sure it'll prove useful.
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Old photos
Cardsharp
How can we find this mysterious Keeper? A wonderful idea has crossed my mind! There are portraits of famous city dwellers in the City Hall. You could compare them with the picture from the newspaper.
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Cearch the Past
Cardsharp
Did you open the City Dungeons doors? I've leaned that the City's Exploration Chest is there, with the artifacts that can change the City's rules. I've found it, but it's locked and there's no key. Maybe old records will tell us where it may be?
You found a piece of a newspaper? It's at least a hundred years old and has almost completely faded. I'll try to read it but I need to find my golden pince-nez.
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Valuable Cargo
Isabelle
Well, here's what I managed to find out. Vasco Da Gama attacked the ship and robbed it, as well as killed the crew. The ghosts asy that a Golden Kiwano, which was being brought as a present for the Sultan, was among the things stolen. If you manage to find another one, they'll tell us where to find the ghost of Vasco Da Gama. However, I have no idea what the Golden Kiwano looks like - I've never seen anything like that. So, will you take part in the search?
So this is the Golden Kiwano? We always called it a golden horned melon. It's a valuable item. I'll tell the ghosts that our search has been a success.
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Companion
Cardsharp
I'm not overly keen about third parties joining us, my friend. Nobody lieks to share a secret, not to mention a profit... But do what you want. Maybe the Huntress will prove to be useful since she knows something about the diggers.
Oh mein Gott, I knew the diggers reappeared for a reason. The treasures from their cache sound very tempting, but with the Cardsharp on board as well... Hmm. I need to think about this.
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Hurrying to Help
Detective
Mike Stone lived up to his name and turned into real stone. But I still feel sorry for the poor guy. Although, on the other hand, Juliette is safe now. I think it's time to head back to the hall and see if we can bring everyone back to life!
No dice! We can't help them. I tried to smash the Gorgon's head, but it's protected by strong magic, invulnerable to weapons!
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A Glass Tear
Detective
What should I believe? My eyes, or the iron logic of a detective? Are these living people or just statues that seem alive? Look! Something flashed next to one of them and fell onto the floor.
Just look at that. It's a tear! But it's made of glass! What magic is happeneing in thie place? Martha has to help us this time!
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Victory Seal
Detective
I don't feel so good! The gorgon's cruel gaze is penetrating right through me, and I can't move! Soon I'll be the newest addition to the Enchanged Hall's secret collection. Save yourself! Protect yourself with the gleaming seal!
Did you see? The gorgon closed her eyes as soon as you used the gleaming seal! It looks like you made the right choise, buddy.
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An Evil Phenomenon
Detective
We're finally at this dammed ball! Look... the champagne is still sparkling in the glasses but there's not a single person here - just statues. It looks like all the guests disappeared a second ago. We need to throughtly investigate what happened here.
What's this? I can't believe it... That's not a chandelier, it's a gorgon's head! These ghosts definitely have a sense of humour. A gorgon appeared in the hall! It must be the eveil Martha was so afraid of!
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Visiting the Ball
Detective
The portal is open, and now we can get into the ghostly ball. But this is a one-way ticket if ever I saw one! If our heartbeats end with the chime of the clokc, then how can we go through the portal and remain alive? Maybe we could use the Beating Heart potion. Juliette said someone brought it as a gift for the Mistress.
To your health, buddy!
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Getting to the Ball
Detective
You hear that? It's almost midnight, and the sounds of music and the clatter of wheels are coming from the Manor. It seems Juliette was right - it really is happeneing. Now I just have to untangle this story, even if I have to take the whole Manor to pieces to do it! Let's use the Master's and Dr. Frankenstein's invites to pay the ball a visit.
I'll remember this outing for a long time. I haven't been this afraid for years! But it seems as though nothing has changed in the Mysterious Hall! The figures are still motionless, everything is still covered in dust and cobwebs, but I hear the sound of voices and footsteps! What can we do?
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Hidden Passage
Angelique
The woman in the mask and cloak turned into a dead end t the edge of the fog. She stopped in front of the blockage obstructing the path, took out some object from her pocket, and then seemed to melt into the stones. I saw a similar object - it's a direction scanner, find it.
The woman in the mask and cloak used such a direction scanner to find a passage through the blockage, which was invisible to the eye. It took me a while, but I found the passage without this instrument and ended up in an unfamiliar place.
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Firm Steps
Angelique
I did not approach the woman in the mask and cloak, but I oculd clearly see where was going. Her steps ignited sparks from the pavement. I suppose her shoes had special heeltaps, like Kira Woodville's. Kira should have a store of such heeltaps, look around.
A good heeltap not only allows a shoe to last longer, but also turns it into a means of self-defense, says Kira. I don't know whether the woman in the mask and cloak used the heeltaps for this purpose, but she walked very decisively.
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Protected by the Crystals
Angelique
The woman did carry something luminous. And she turned into an alley full of the fog without putting on a breathing apparatus. It was dangerous; she might have needed help. This was evidenced by the readings of the fog activity indicator. Find it.
This is Carlos Light's fog activity indicator. He asked me to take measurements in different parts of the City. The fog activity in the alley where the woman went was high, but she did not stop. This means she must have been protected by anti-fog crystals.
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Light in the Darkness
Mr. Black
The woman in the mask and cloak could've been carrying a similar illuminated bag. It was late, and it's quite difficult to hide luminous crystals in the dark. Did Angelique see them?
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Treacherous Gift
Agvid Hanson
For my hospitality, the monk gave me some rock crystals. When I took them, I felt the spring warmth energy leaving my heart. It was flowing away into the monk's magic box! I instantly threw the rock crystals away - somewhere over there, I think. Let's look for them!
The monk who gave me these rock crystals turned out to be a troll. With them, he pulled the warm energy out of my heart and into his box. All in order to disrupt the arrival of spring.
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Mysterious Traveler
Agvid Hanson
I assure you, I haven't done anything wrong. I was tricked! The day before the arrival of spring, a wandering monk asked me to let him stay overnight. He collapsed wearily into an armchair, hiding his face in his hood, and threw his belt book in the corner. Look around, it must still be here!
You found that wanderer's old belt book! I immediately remembered it because of the leather "tail" with which it was tied to the monk's belt. Before meeting him, I'd never seen such books. Have you?
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Incredible Power
Doorkeeper
Have you heard that Martha's getting ready for a complex ritual? She's making some kind of potion right now. All in order to destroy the stone shell of the box, which attracted the Drydad Key. She asked me to get a dandelion root for the potion, help me find it.
It's great that you noticed the flower between those large stones. It's incredible - how did this little dandelion sprout destroy such a hard rock? I think Martha will apply its ability to destroy stone in her ritual.
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Ancient Embroidery
Martha
The stone enveloping the box is the same stone that covered the troll due to the sun. This material is woven from negative energy. During the ritual, I will destroy it with a shisha pendant. Can you find it for me?
You don't really think I sent you for a simple mirror with colored patterns, do you? Shisha is an ancient Indian embroidery technique. The bright threads around this mirror symbolize the rays that will destroy the negative energy around the petrified box.
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Flowers for the Spirits
Doorkeeper
As soon as Martha's magic destroys the box's stone shell, I'll open it with the Dryad Key, releasing the spring energy within. During the ritual, Martha will turn to the spirits. For this, she'll need an offering bowl. Let's find a suitable one!
I can see you know your offering bowls! Thank you for finding a suitable one so quickly. You've put flowers in it too! Is this in order to appease the spirits and help Martha to perform her ritual successfully?
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Depths of the Subconscious
Doorkeeper
The Dryad Key was drawn to the troll box and now it won't budge. The key clearly wants us to open it. But its lock is covered in stone. Martha asked me to find a magic candle for the stone shell destruction ritual. Could you help me find the right one?
You have the magic candle, thanks for the help! Martha says that this candle's smoke helps her plunge into the depths of the subconscious. There she'll find clues that will help us perform the ritual successfully and remove the troll box from its stone shackles.
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Space for Concentration
Martha
I will try to destroy the stone shackles that prevent the Dryad Key from opening this box's lock and releasing the spring energy. Help me prepare everything I need. First, find me a crystal mandala!
This crystal mandala will help me create the right magical space in which to concentrate my power and destroy the troll box's stone shell. This way, the key that was pulled to it will be able to open the lock freely.
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Talking to the Air
Angelique
I will report everything I know about the woman in the mask and cloak, as well as her route. I followed her because she called to me. Or rather, I though she did, but I quickly realized that the woman was talking on an intercom. Carlos Light had a similar one, look around.
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Water Spirit
Doorkeeper
I recall the spirits telling me that Agvid had a kelpie figurine. It's a water spirit that lives in rivers and lakes. Kelpies appear before travelers in the guise of a horse and lure them into the water. Let's find the figurine together!
You found the kelpie water spirit figurine. The Maiden of Spring told me that Agvid took the figurine with him as a talisman before he set sail. He believed that the kelpie helped him survive the shipwreck. It's surprising, considering that usually these spirits are hostile to people.
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Accessory from Afar
Doorkeeper
The Dryad Key needs a lot of spring energy to open the gate to the Forest of Spirits. I hope there's enough of it in the previous gatekeeper's Agvid had a brooch in the from of a Viking ship. I wish I could find it! Will you help?
Great, you have the Viking ship brooch! The Maiden of Spring said that Agvid greatly appreciated this thing. He found it among the shipwrecks that were washed ashore. It was then that he came up with the idea to build a ship out of the wreckage and sail for warmer lands.
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Dreams of Warmth
Doorkeeper
The nature spirits gave us a clue that Agvid's belongings store the spring energy we need to supplement the Drayd Key. The Maiden of Spring said that Agvid treasured a wooden flower, which he carved himself. If the flower is here somewhere, we'll definitely find it!
Thank you for finding this wooden flower. Do you feel the warmth coming from it? Surely it has the energy necessary for the Drayd Key. According to the Maiden of Spring, Agvid carved this flower as a child, dreaming of running away from the cold to someplace warm.