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Mags might have a hard time explaining to a judge why Kyle's back rent was due on a day's notice when Tony was off the hook for four months, but civil law is a crapshoot next to buyouts/renovictions where you can get away with just about anything. Eviction law where I live heavily favours tenants. Pay one month of rent, stay for six!
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... Does Tony actually have any redeeming qualities as a character or anything relativley interesting about him? is he useful at all in any way in the setting or setup story points? While this game looks fascinating, I'm.. not sure I see the point of this type of character archetype in it or the format? what does he bring to it? A foil? An obstacle? Someone you get a favor from down the line? Why do you in the story tolerate him rather than just avoid him at any opportunity or call him on things? Do you get payback from the small favors you do him or? He seems the type eventually most people get fed up wtih and punch him in the face - so waht is his point in the story if you don't get to or don't get some sort of general payoff from him? Then again he's for me in this type of game that would get me fed up enough to actually stop playing the game as a story point if there's no real actual use of him other than promoting frustration. So I guess that's me?
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these are kyle's neighbors. sometimes neighbors are completely terrible.
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  So, getting back to what you were saying...Music: Gusty Town   What do you mean by tight spot? What do you mean by a tight spot? Ah...it's nothing, don't worry about it. You better not be lying to me, Tony. No way, man. I'd never do that. Besides, you got your own problems, right? That was Mags on the phone just now. I noticed how you were speaking.You just know because Kyle directly said "Mrs Patrice" that time.  When she wants something from you, there's no stopping her.She was on the phone to me not long back. If I dont strike it rich with this deal, I'm never gonna settle the rent. (What deal?) Tony. Why weren't you like this before?   Er...That tight spot you let slip was your rent, right? No, man, what makes you say that?You're just chasing dreams, Tony. If you gamble away your cash, you're gonna lose. You think I'm going to lend you cash outta my own pocket just like that? Maybe you should try working for your money.That's harsh, you know that?I got the message. I'm outta here.Tony leaves looking less than happy. (Okay, time to get your head straight. What's it gonna be?)Somehow "What's it gonna be?" translates into "Let's look for more cash." Pinkie Bank should have some. Music: Heating Up   Pinkie Bank My beloved Pinkie Bank. There's a coin slot on the back of its head.  I'm pretty sure there's some change inside. I need to get at the money in my Pinkie Bank, but I'd prefer not to have to break it.Before we try to find a way to rob the bank, let's see if the other cash spot has enough.   Bottle Inside this empty whiskey bottle is a load of money I've saved up.  Got quite a bit saved up too. We have to lift up the bottle and then flip it.  Maybe if I shake it around... Nope. Definitely not working. Well, a little more cash fell out. This brings the amount to exactly $381.25. (I'm gonna need to break the bottle to get to the bills. Could smash it on the table, but if I damage the furniture, Mags'd probably have a fit and charge me even more rent.)Better go find something else to break it with.Well, better find something to break a bottle then. Mags is busy and won't bother with us right now, so let's see who else is available. Music: Overstepped Memory Music: A Drink in the Evening  Both Claire and Sidney are available. Maybe they can help. Music: Glass in the Hand  Can I help you with anything, Mr Hyde?No, not really.Maybe   Hey, Mr Hyde.I got a favour to ask. How can I help?I'm trying to break open this bottle and was wondering if you had something I could use. Some kind of tool, you mean? I might be able to help, but I'll need to know what kind of bottle it is.It's just an old whiskey bottle. Looks pretty thick, though. I see.  That's what I thought you'd say. Don't think I've got one here in the café. To be fair, it's not the kind of thing you tend to find in a place like this. Figures.Thanks all the same. I'll keep looking around.Good luck.That's actually very helpful! I think we know who would have a hammer. Before that, though... Music: A Drink in the Evening Music: Overstepped Memory   Since we got the quarters now, we can actually use this machine. You might remember that there's a contest about the bottle cap. Use quarters on vending machine (Hmm, what'll it be...) I think we all know how to use a vending machine. There's 6 flavors, with Cherry and Grape in the black area between the screens. I choose Grape because the online randomizer picked it first.   I open the bottle and glug the whole thing down. Sadly, we can't present each drink to everyone  Ah, that hits the spot.I wonder if I've won anything? This bottle cap... Sadly, we can only buy one drink per chapter. Kyle will just say that he's not thirsty if we try to buy more.  Dylan should have a hammer, being a repairman and all. Not to mention that he's the only other person around. We can go directly to him without asking Sidney, if you're wondering. Knock   Oh, it's you, Mr Hyde.Dylan, I've got something I need your help with. You think I can help you somehow?Here's hoping. Okay, well, glad to be of service. Why don't you come on inside, and we can talk.*Kyle enters Dylan's room* (So this is where Dylan calls home.)  Sadly, we can't examine the room right now. Music: Ace of Diamonds So, Mr Hyde, you were saying something about needing my help?Yeah, I need to borrow something. I'm pretty sure you've got what I need...Well, don't keep me hanging. What is it?A hammer. A hammer?You do have one, don't you?Wouldn't be able to call myself a repair man if I didn't, now, would I? But why do you need to borrow my hammer, Mr Hyde? The first option sounds suspicious. Let's pick it!  I've got something to take care of. I've got something to take care of. Not really... You're gonna have to be a little more specific if you want to borrow it, Mr Hyde.I told you, it's nothing.Let me make it simple. You either tell me why you need it, or the deal's off. No way I'm telling you anything. No way I'm telling you anything.  I never said it was a secret. (Yeah, like I'm going to make myself a laughing stock by telling you my problem.)Mr Hyde!Yeah? There's something fishy about all this. I think I'm going to have to refuse. I think you'd better leave.Alright, alright, I'm leaving.I quickly make my way out of Dylan's room. Soon after that, we hear some footsteps.    Music: Joke's On You  Mr Hyde. I've just had an interesting chat with Dylan regarding you. He claims you went to him, and asked to borrow something for an odd reason.Would you kindly explain to me why you need to borrow a hammer? I sincerely hope you don't plan on causing any trouble in the near future. It never crossed my mind.  It's just like I said, Mrs Patrice... Mr Hyde just came to my room and requested that I lend him my hammer.I know Kyle is being suspicious, but do you really need to call Mags immediately?  I see, Dylan. Mr. Hyde...Would you mind coming to my room? At once. You serious?I'll be blunt. Are you planning on causing some sort of trouble here? As the owner of these premises, it's my duty to maintain order.Now, hold on... Yes, Mrs Patrice, that sounds like a good idea.Now now, Dylan, not so fast.I'd like you to come to my room too. Wha-? Wh-why do I need to be there?Music stops  This is the first time we see Mags' room. Obviously, we can't examine this place now. This apartment building does not belong to you, is that clear? I expect all my tenants to consider the other residents before doing anything rash.Mrs Patrice, I can assure you...Please don't interrupt! Okay, sorry.Dylan, this applies to you as well.I understand. It won't happen again. I'm glad we all finally see eye to eye on this. But to prove to me you're both sorry for the trouble you've caused... I'd like you to assist the other guests with their removals. I expect your unfailing support right up until the building is empty.Are you serious?I think it's a completely justified course of action.Music: Dream's End You call this justified? (How did it get to this? Why the hell didn't I just tell Dylan the truth?)  drat it! Looks like there's no hope for me finding the Scarlet Star now.  Tony: 3 Mags: 1 Dylan: 1 This one is understandable, at least.
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Music: Ace of Diamonds Right. Let's not act suspicious this time. Okay, I need it to smash open a bottle. Okay, I need it to smash open a bottle.Why'd you need to do that?There's something inside I need to get my hands on. I've tried everything else, but nothing short of smashing it is gonna work.That's quite a fix you're in there.I think I'm good to help you out.Just hang around here for a little while.Why should I do that?Simple. I left my toolbox in my car and it's got my hammer inside.Won't take me long, I'll be back before you know it.Understood.Dylan leaves to go to his car. Music: Overstepped Memory  You go do that. Meanwhile, we'll Music: Hidden Proof  Top case Preserved insect specimens are on display in a case. Left case There's a case with pressed butterflies on display. Various breeds of butterfly are held in place with pins. (There sure are a lot of butterflies.)(Seems fitting for Dylan. He always acts like he's got butterflies in his stomach.) Bottom case It's an insect display case. Crystal 1 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. A translucent blueish crystal with a smooth surface. Crystal 2 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. This crystal is white and orange. It feels rough to the touch. Crystal 3 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. This crystal is a dark blue colour that looks different from every angle. Crystal 4 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. A pink crystal with white veins running through it. Crystal 5 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. This crystal is light blue and appears to have some air bubbles in it. (I'm sure I've seen a piece of jewellery somewhere with a crystal like this.)Crystal 6 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. This one is blue and has a million tiny scratches that diffuse the light. Crystal 7 Part of Dylan's crystal collection. It's pale green and looks like it's been polished. Bookcase This bookcase is home to Dylan's collection. Toolbox A toolbox with a handle. Looks pretty new. (He must use this toolbox for this work.)Left books These books are about different kinds of crystals. Right books These books are about insects. At least Dylan's dedicated to his hobby.   Lamp There's a desk lamp in this corner. The switch for it clicks in and out. (This looks new. I'll bet he got it recently.)Newspaper There's a newspaper lying on the desk. It reads:  has been hitting numerous LA jewelers over the last month has struck again, this time at a jewelry store in Pasadena. The details of the theft fit the burglar's modus operandi, connecting this to previous robberies in the city. Due to the increasing frequency of the robberies, the LAPD are now focusing all of their efforts and manpower into apprehending the criminal. (Another jewellery robbery?)Book There's an open notebook on top of the table.  Zoomed-in book There's a sketch in the corner. It's of a bird spreading its wings. Magnifying glass Dylan has a small magnifying glass on top of the notebook. Blue crystal There are some raw crystals on the desk. This one is a dull blue shade and has a rough surface. Green crystal There are some raw crystals on the desk. (I've seen this type of crystal before.)(I don't remember what it's called, though.)Window With the light shining right on the blind, you can see al lthe dust that's piled up. Books Unsurprisingly, these books are all about bug collecting or crystals. Case There's a butterfly display case on the desk. Tools These look like the tools for making a display case, including preservative and tweezers. (I guess Dylan made all his decorations on his own.)Moving on to things not related to butterflies or crystals... Hmm... That's not a painting, Kyle.   Sofa There's a blue sofa by the window. Looks like there's room for two, maybe three. (It matches all the other furniture in the room. I wouldn't have expected Dylan to be so coordinated.)Window I better not blow on this blind...unless I want a face full of dust. Table It's a coffee table with nothing on it. Not even any coffee.   Left window The blind is completely closed. (It looks like he keeps all his blinds that way.)Right window The blind is completely closed. I can just barely see out through the gaps. Fridge It's a little old refrigerator. The motor's really loud. Must be annoying having it this close to his bed. Radio Dylan has a radio next to his bed. It's one of the latest models that also plays cassette tapes. Phone Yes, it's a telephone. Drawers There's a chest of drawers next to the bed.  Really, game? There's nothing to examine here!   Tissue This is where Dylan keeps his toilet paper. Fascinating. Toilet The toilet is a little stained. I don't think I'll investigate further. Towels The towels are folded neatly. Bottles I can see some shampoo and shower gel at the bottom of the cabinet. Bathtub Rub-a-dub-dub... Really?  Curtain The shower curtian is green and has a kind of grid pattern on it. Faucet I assume these taps are for the bath. Just an assumption. They look a little rusted, actually. Shower head The same antiquated shower head that's in my room. I can see some small drops of water on it.   Mirror It's a mirror. Actually, this whole corner is like a mirror image of my room. Sink shelf I can't see anything on the shelf. He must keep it free just in case. Wash sink It's a wash basin. Top left shelf Nothing in here. Top right shelf These cupboards are totally bare. It was barely even worth looking. Kitchen sink No dirty dishes in the sink. Bottom left There are a few pots in the cupboards at the bottom. Bottom right This is where Dylan keeps his spatulas, carving knives and slotted spoons. Exhaust The extractor feels rough from all the grime. Hey, why am I touching it? Stove The stove isn't too dirty at least. Left cupboard In the corner is one of those locking cupboards that all these rooms have. (The door is practically falling off.)Right cupboard The shelves in here are chock-full of plates, cups and whatever else. (I'm genuinely surprised by how much crockery Dylan has. And by how much I care.)Bottom cupboard It looks like something got spilt down here.   Closet This closet is showing its age. The varnish looks like it's peeling off. Lake "painting" A jigsaw puzzle with a picture of a lake during winter has been framed and hung up. Bed The bed sheets have been laid out neatly. Angel "painting" I notice a framed jigsaw puzzle on the wall depicting an angel.  Angel puzzle That painting... It's "Angel Opening a Door", by Osterzone. Can't believe that thing's hanging up here of all places.(The original artwork was stolen from a New York art museum. The people who took it were part of the Nile crime syndicate.) This painting was an important plot point in Hotel Dusk. It's Osterzone's masterpiece. This reference also appears in the bookmark for the novel. Wonder if Dylan made this puzzle.It's certainly beginning to show its age, too. Plus the frame is absolutely covered in dust. Let me try to clean it up a little...*dropping sound*  Should've seen that coming.  Now the whole thing's in pieces.This really isn't my day. Yeah, let's just keep it like that. No time to consider my options, I've got to get this thing back to how it was.  The dropped puzzle can be seen in the map and examination screen. I don't think this shows anytime else.  We can't leave the room until Dylan comes and he won't come until we finish the puzzle, so let's do just that. I won't bother showing how to solve the puzzle. That should just about do it.*door open*  Music: Ace of Diamonds Sorry about the wait.Didn't really notice the time, to be honest.That's good then. Anyway, the hammer wasn't where I thought it was...That's why I couldn't get back here earlier.Don't fret, you're back now.Well, er...yeah. So, here's your hammer, Mr Hyde.  Thanks.Just remember to return it when you're done.Wasn't planning on selling it, you know.Dylan, there's one more thing...There is?The puzzle with the angel hanging on your wall...Did you put it together yourself?Yeah, jigsaw puzzles pass the time between repair jobs.Is there something you'd like to say?Just that I've seen the painting your puzzle is based on before.Didn't think you'd be into art, Mr Hyde. Painted by an artist going by the name of Osterzone. drat good work too. The original was stolen years ago from a museum in New York.I got the puzzle from a friend... It was a gift to remember our friendship.But I had no idea it was based on something well-known.Anyway, time I was off.Is that a British thing or just a localization mistake? It's hard to tell sometimes.  Sure, no problem.I make for the door and leave Dylan's room.
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1234567890num posted:
Nah, I think that's a common phrase.
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Kyle just loves having an opportunity to be the guy who knows about something and getting to talk about it. He's so rarely in that position.
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Hobgoblin2099 posted:Nah, I think that's a common phrase. I never heard that phrase with 'was' before. Usually, it's "Time to be off" or "I'm off"
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It's more of a Britishism
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it just reminds me of the conversation we had about melon being a substitute for head in the last thread.
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Oh yeah. This is pretty much the same thing with that one, except this time I have the excuse of not knowing much about British idioms.
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Music: Overstepped Memory Music: Heating Up   Use hammer on bottle Right, time to give this a go.  Just tap the bottle to smash it. Surely Kyle can't screw up smashing open a bottle, right?  Now let's see how much was inside this thing... If I add that to the money I took out of my wallet earlier, looks like I can pay the rent.You know, assuming you didn't get scammed again.  Before we give up our money, let's look at it first.    The bills has the same picture but different name while the quarters have the same name but different picture depending on how much we have. Music: Overstepped Memory   Music: Blue Lady  Sorry about the wait. I've got the money for the rent.Excellent. I'm glad to hear it.Please, come in. New area means new things to examine. Music: Hidden Proof  Left vase It's a blue ceramic vase. The flowers in it are pure white. Plate A commemorative plate with a gilded floral design around the edge. (The attention to detail seems incredible.)(It must be worth a fortune.)Left frame The photos in this small frame appear to be of wheat fields. Middle vase This is a vase made of white ceramic. It's painted with an elegant floral design. (Now that I think, everything in this room has some kind of flowery pattern on it.)(I guess that's just what Mags is into.)Right frame This little photo frame has photos of forests in it. Right vase It's a blue ceramic vase. The flowers in it are also blue. In fact, they almost match the vase. Lamp At this end is a traditional-looking table lamp. Its glow lights up the space around it. I feel illuminated already.   Left chair This appears to be an antique chair. Some of the flowers that make up the design on the fabric are a little faded. Right chair This chair looks like it could be an antique. The fabric has a floral design. (It's exactly like the one on the left. Mags must have bought them as a set.)Table A little wooden table with oddly-shaped legs is set against the wall. The surface is quite damaged, but thte texture of the wood is beautiful. Lamp It's a small table lamp with a round shade. Painting There's an oil painting on the wall that commands attention. Depicted on the canvas is a bowl overflowing with fruit. (This thing looks pricey.)Moving on to Mags' actual room. (So this is what Mags's room looks like from the inside. I've been living above her for four years, but this is the first time I've been in here.)   Lamp There's a floor lamp in the corner. It's pretty tall. Cabinet It's another one of these wooden cabinets. It's been covered with a large frilly tablecloth. Among other things, there are a TV and some photo frames sat on it. Vase The vase is simple and elegant. There are flowers in it, but I don't know what they're called. Flowers aren't really my thing. Plate A commemorative plate. Not sure what it's commemorating though. Bottom right frame  The photo is of a man playing the tenor saxophone. Bottom left frame  The photo is of a cheerful young woman. Top right frame  Top left frame  TV Mags's television seems a little on the small side.   Chair The armchair matches the sofa. Table A wooden coffee table with a square lace tablecloth on top of it. Sofa A two-seater sofa with a floral design. There's not a speck of dirt or dust on it. Cushions The sofa has two cushions on it. They have the same design, but the colours are different.   Left window Through the window I can see what's going on outside. The alley behind the building isn't exactly full of excitement. (This is the first time I've ever seen that back alley from the first floor.)Left curtains There are curtains on Mags's windows. Vital for keeping prying eyes out. They're open at the moment though, and gathered on both sides. Painting A large oil painting hangs over the fireplace. Big surprise, it's more flowers. The painting is signed by the artist, but I don't recognise the name. (The only artist I know anything about is Osterzone.)Left lamp There's a thin lamp sitting on the mantelpiece. Vase This vase of flowers add a little more colour to the mantelpiece. Right lamp There's a thin lamp sitting on the mantelpiece. (It looks like the slightest breeze would topple it. I'll keep my distance.)Fireplace I'd say the huge fireplace is probably the centrepiece of this room. Right window Through the window I can see what's going on outside. The answer is...not a lot. Right curtains Mags has pink curtains. Too long in this room and it might become my favourite colour. Before we talk to Mags, let's go through the door.  Mr Hyde!Please don't enter that room.Hmm... Suspicious.   Music: Blue Lady Here's money for the rent.Music: Gusty Town  Show others  Why are you showing me this?Show $405 Music: Blue Lady I hand Mags the $400 I owe for the rent.  Many thanks.It appears to be all here.Sorry it took me so long to pay up.I think I can see my way clear to forgiving you this time, Mr Hyde.Mags: At least you didn't try to just ignore me. I would've kick you out if that's the case. I wish I could make this an example to the other residents. They're not all like you, Mr Hyde. Some have still yet to pay me what they owe.At my last count, there were still two tenants who are behind on what they owe.(Two tenants?) Music: Gusty Town Who's behind on their rent?Who's behind on their rent? I chose my smiley carefully for everyone. (Marie from 206? She didn't strike me as the kind who'd fall behind.)From what I can tell, Mr Wolf is out of work...And Ms Rivet, unfortunately, is a widow like myself. I can see they have their reasons, but...My point is, I know people can be hit by circumstances beyond their control...But my apartments are not a charity and they should make an effort to pay up.I hate to ask, but would you be willing to have a word with them for me?Music: Blue Lady Oh, but while you're here...Would you care for some tea, Mr Hyde?If memory serves, we haven't really had much time to chat up until now.Sorry, but I'll have to pass. Got things I need to take care of. I hope I haven't said anything to offend you.No, it's nothing like that.Then I see no reason why we can't have at least a little chat together.Well, if you insist.I do.I have a feeling that Mags will regret this. I often reminisce about the past, Mr Hyde.You do?Yes, especially about things that happened a long time ago.I find myself doing it more and more as the day we all have to leave gets closer.I can't help myself. Before I realise it, my mind gets lost in the past.What kind of things do you think about?Well, there's my late husband, for one.(Your husband?) About the time we bought this place when it was just a closed-down hotel.Lots of things, really.
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It'd be funny if there was a game over where you get kicked out immediately after paying your rent. Somehow. But I know nothing about any of the game overs in this game, so there might be!
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after kyle paid his rent as he was supposed to, she immediately tried to get some free labor out of him. she's terrible.
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Music: Gusty TownWhat kind of person was your husband?What kind of person was your husband?He was a musician.He was really into his jazz and played the saxophone. Ah, all of those memories. If he'd still been alive,Chances are I would never have gotten involved in the leasing of apartments. If only I could switch things back to how they were 13 years ago...(13 years ago?) What happened 13 years ago?What happened 13 years ago?Lots of things happened, Mr Hyde.My husband passed away and I became a widow, for one.(How did he die?) Then I bought this building, which was still an out-of-business hotel.What a coincidence that Dunning also bought an out-of-business hotel! Did that incident I asked you about before happen then too?Come now, Mr Hyde. I admire your persistence, but I think I made myself clear regarding the gossip.(What gossip would that be?) What was the cause of your husband's death?What was the cause of your husband's death?It was an accident. Just an unforeseen accident. Yep. She's definitely regretting this decision. Yeah, that's right. My dad died when I was still a nine-year-old kid.What happened to him, if I may ask?He was murdered.Murdered?And the worst part is, the killer never got busted. That's terrible.In my experience, people tend to find it hard to detach from the past.So all this gossip is about 13 years ago?So all this gossip is about 13 years ago?I'm growing a little tired of this line of questioning, Mr Hyde.Who told you about this, anyway?I don't think it matters where I heard it from. I'm more interested in hearing what you know about it.Normally, this would be an ideal point for a choice. Choosing to rat out Sidney will make her get mad at him, which in turn makes him mad at Kyle, causing a Game Over. Especially if there's any truth in it or not.None whatsoever. It's just a malicious gossip, like I said.And that's what you're sticking to, is it?Please, Mr Hyde, do me the courtesy of forgetting about it.I won't take kindly to you raising it again in my presence. Mags:  It was very stimulating talking to you, Mr Hyde.Yeah, for me too.Think it's about time I headed off anyway.I leave Mags's apartment. Music stops (I still can't quite swallow the story about the incident 13 years ago being gossip.) (I need to get some more info out of Sidney.)Good timing too, my stomach's beginning to sound like a bullfrog. I can grab a bite and speak to the old man at the same time.Warning: More food porn incoming. Music: Overstepped Memory  (No sign of Rex.)Music: Glass in the Hand  Come on in!Welcome to Lucky's Café!Hey, Claire. What's today's coffee? It's a strong Colombian blend.It goes very well with cream, too. Care to sample a cup?I'll just have it black. And a jumbo burger with a side of fries. Sure, let me make a note of that...Throw in plenty of cheese and pickles, but hold the tomato, okay?Sure thing!Claire!     How many times do I have to tell you? You gotta memorise customers' orders first time.   I hope so, for your sake. You're usually spot on with things like that.Never mind him.  That's a wide variety of sprites that I don't remember if they're being used anytime else or not. No second chances in this trade, I'm afraid! Yeah, okay, Dad. You've made your point.Claire heads off in the direction of the kitchen.  Made my point? She's got some cheek!Just a piece of friendly advice, but you might want to ease up on her a little.Take it from me, Mr Hyde, what that girl needs is a firm hand.In my opinion, it's a father's right to get a little angry once in a while. Gets the point across, you know. Ha ha!I have a feeling that one of their confrontation will involve their family troubles. Just a hunch. Can I bend your ear for a minute?What's up?It's about what you told me yesterday. You know, the incident from 13 years ago.That again?What kind of incident was it, exactly?Mr Hyde, I'm pretty sure I made myself clear.I just thought I'd mention it to you seeing as we were chatting... But I've got nothing more to add. Would you mind just dropping it?Yeah, I'm sorry.Just answer me this, though.Why does Mrs Patrice seem to be trying to cover something up regarding the incident? To us? What's that supposed to mean!?  It's not exactly good for business making it public that a murder happened here.You have to understand that she put everything into the running of this place. She took on the business by herself and has had her fair share of troubles.I didn't want to add to them so I agreed to keep the incident to myself.What happened yesterday was just a little slip on my part. Guess I figured that we're all going to be leaving soon and it couldn't do any harm.Be best for everyone if you could just forget you ever heard about it.I suppose you're right.By the way... Are you any good at puzzles?Puzzles?Never met one I couldn't solve.You just haven't met that many puzzles. Then it looks like you're the right man for the job.If you're really that good, you should make short work of this. *gives something to Kyle*Not exactly what I was expecting.It's a quiz-entry form with a kind of crossword puzzle. This crossword is part of an optional sidequest. What kind of quiz is this, anyway?Just a little idea we cooked up. We call it "Lucky's Thank-you Quiz".It's just a bit of innocent fun and a way to thank all our loyal customers. Get your answers in by December 22nd for your chance to net a cool $1000. It's $3,063.58 after inflation.$1000?! Not a penny less.So, fancy your chances, do you, Mr Hyde? I thought it'd help boost people's spirits seeing as we're all leaving soon.Of course, this place is going to close as well.There are five keywords in the quiz and they are all somewhere in the café. Why not give it a shot!Sidney moves away. Think I'll make my way to my usual seat.  Here you go!   Today's coffee, and a burger with a side of fries. Lots of pickles and cheese, but no tomato, just like you said. The burger was grilled to perfection and is medium-rare as you like it.Perfect! Enjoy!Claire walks away from the table. Music: Over Easy Now I've got a delicious-looking burger and freshly made coffee in front of me.   You still haven't tried the stew, you know    Music: A Drink in the Evening Now that   It's time for another  Audience ParticipationThe challenge is: Fill out this Crossword. If you're right, the word made out of the lettered squares will be an actual word. Just like the Sidney said; the answers can be found within the café, so try looking back at the part where I examined it. This one is optional, but it should be done before December 22nd (Chapter 5).
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Kyle feels like he'd be right at home in Persona 4, considering how much he wants to talk about murders. I guess #1 is Jukebox? 1234567890num posted:
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Hobgoblin2099 posted:Kyle feels like he'd be right at home in Persona 4, considering how much he wants to talk about murders. I was trying to figure it out earlier but didn't get anywhere, I figured the 7-letter word was either Jukebox Counter Bottles Iced Tea Posters Windows Gazette I thought Jukebox was out because I couldn't find a 5-letter word that has a 2nd letter of U but now I realized Music would fit there.
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Oct 25, 2018 19:49
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I forgot to mention it earlier, but we actually have to fill all parts of the crossword correctly, not just the lettered boxes. There's also no indication if we're partly correct.
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Oct 26, 2018 09:18
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I've played this one, so I can't take part in the guessing fun. I will point out that you're keeping an important hint from the guessing public. I won't say what it is in case you did that on purpose though.
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Huh. I'm pretty sure I wasn't leaving anything out. The answers can be found within the café, so you guys can try looking back at the part where I examined it.
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Oct 26, 2018 09:55
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 Music: Glass in the Hand Can I help you with anything, Mr Hyde?No, not really. Is there something I can help you with, Mr Hyde?No, not really.If we completed the crossword correctly, we can give it to Sidney. We havent, though, so we'll just go out. Music: A Drink in the Evening   Music: Ace of Diamonds Oh, it's you, Marie. Glad I caught you. I just wanted to apologise for my behaviour yesterday.No problem. I had a word with Tony and managed to smooth things over. You've got nothing to worry about from him.Kyle: At least about theft. However, you do need to worry about scams from him. Thank you very much.  I hope I haven't given you a reason to hate me.Losing a diamond ring tends to do that to people. At least you didn't caused any Game Over. Trust me, it takes a lot more than that to make me hate a person. I try not to take things too seriously. I'm an easygoing kind of guy.Kyle: The only person I really hate is a plagiarizing writer. The guy who tried to frame me for robbery is a close second. Probably best if we just forget the whole thing happened. You're very kind.It's not kindness, I just don't want to waste any more time on it. I... I...(Why's she crying?)Hey, there's no need to get upset.Ever since I lost my husband things have been very tough for me but after talking to you, I've been able to relax and open up a little. I feel less stressed and worked up than usual. I'm sorry, Mr Hyde. I must be getting on your nerves. Maybe a little. Perhaps a little.Oh...You've been apologising for ages now.I'm not the kind of guy who likes to be apologised to over and over. Marie is so sad...  You don't beat around the bush, yo uyou, Mr Hyde?I find it's easier all round if I speak my mind. Leaves nothing to the imagination.But, Marie... If you've got something you want to say to me...Just spit it out. There's no sense in keeping it to yourself.  I believe you've just been to see Mrs Patrice.How does she know about that? Right, I had some business to discuss with her. What did she have to say to you?Why do you ask?I mean, did I come up in the conversation at all?I see where this is going. Are you worried about her telling me your rent?So she did talk about me.I thought as much.I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm short of money right now and can't pay my rent.So you're completely broke?I mean, do you have any sort of income at all?Kind of.  When I receive it, I'll be able to settle the rent.I see. The door opens and somebody comes in.  Music: Town Dyed Purple (Great, it's Rex Foster.) Marie, what's the matter? It's nothing, please don't worry about it.I think I'm going to leave, Mr Hyde.Marie makes a quick exit.   What is it?Rex Foster...What're you still doing lurking around here? I've got no business with you, Hyde.I just came round to pay a little visit to someone in this building.(A visit? To who?) I'm sure Marie running away and this stalker  visiting have nothing to do with each other! Music: Gusty Town  Read note What's with the notebook?Write note Taking notes there?Show room 202 key, pager  It's not mine.Show $5 Is this your cash?Show others What did you get that out for?Who have you come to visit?Who have you come to visit?There's someone here who I have business with.Sidney or Claire? I mean, if he's going to stakeout at the café, he has to buy a drink (read: do business), right?  Hold it right there! The first choice just says What business do you have with me? The person's in this building? The person's in this building?You mean you haven't made any connections yet?I'm asking the questions here!And you'd better make with some answers fast! Yeah, they're right here in this building. Someone with a shadier past than an ex-cop who put a bullet in his partner.(Someone with a shadier past?) Is that who you're tracking?Someone with a shadier past... So that's who you're tracking, is it?Right.Bet you're dying to know who it is, aren't you?I have a feeling that you're not going to tell me even if I ask, though.To be honest, I haven't got the energy. Spoiler: He's still going to do this anyway. Have you now?So you wouldn't even be interested if I told you it's a woman you know?(So he's been tracking a woman, has he?)I think we've said all that can be said for now.I'll be seeing you, Kyle.Later.Rex walks off. (So he's tailing some broad in this building?)(Could it be Marie he's after?)Good to see that you're still capable of putting 2 and 2 together.  Rex isn't inside the café yet. Music: Town Dyed Purple What?What are you doing here?Nothing much, just hanging.People don't take too kindly to vermin. I suggest you get your rear end out of here.Last time I looked, Kyle, you didn't own this lobby.Nothing you could possibly say is gonna make me leave.Not even if Kyle warns Mags? We'll see about that.Maybe I've got the prefect way to get rid of you.What's this? Detective Hyde losing his temper?I wouldn't waste my time or energy on scum like you.It's just not worth getting my hands dirty.Hey, that's a low blow, even by your standards.Music: Overstepped Memory Unfortunately, we can't actually report him to anyone, so we begins another round of wandering around.  The object of interest can be found here. It's easy to find if you actually pay attention to the map. Music: Hidden Proof  The letter itself blends in to the scenery surprisingly well. Bench There's a wooden bench by the wall. Letter Huh? There's something lying on the floor.I pick up the item from the floor.  The address label says it's for Marie Rivet.  I take the insurance letter. (Guess I'd better give it to Marie.) Welcome to Crossword Corner! This is a new segment of the LP where we'll take a look at goon's try at solving the crossword and where I'll be giving out cryptic hints in spoiler tags. So far, we have:  (From Hobgoblin2099 and DariusLikewise) Unfortunately, Kyle won't comment on whether it's right or wrong until we filled them all, and even then he won't differentiate between getting it partially wrong and completely wrong. That is why I can't tell you guys whether it's right or not, so please try to fill up all of these when trying to solve it. Today's hint: There's a reason I choose those colors for the banner. 1234567890num fucked around with this message at 12:29 on Oct 28, 2018 |
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Music: Overstepped Memory Let's return the letter to Marie. Not like we got anything else to do.  Here's the description for the letter, since we're going to give it away soon.  Knock "Who is it?" I hear Marie's voice echo from inside. It's Kyle Hyde."I'm a little busy, Mr Hyde. Can't it wait?" I've got something here that belongs to you."You have? Okay, hang on." Music: Ace of Diamonds  Did you drop anything in the hallway?What?Like a letter from an insurance company?[img]https://lpix.org/3237503/Marie%201.png[/igm]Did you say an insurance company? Easy, what's with the sudden excitement?I found this on the floor.I see.So, the money you said you would likely be getting... It's from an insurance policy?Mr Hyde, please come inside.I think it'd be better if we discussed this there. Sadly, we can't Marie.Please show me the letter you found, Mr Hyde.Music: Gusty Town  Show $5  You can put your money away, thanks.Show others What are you showing me this for?Show insurance letter Music: Ace of Diamonds Here.I hand the letter from the insurance company to Marie.  Thank you. I've been trying to find this.It was lying on the floor out in the hallway.Can't believe I dropped something this important. I'm going to have to pay more attention to what I'm doing.With yesterday's ring and this letter? Yeah, you really should. It's from my late husband's insurance company.It contains the details on the amount of money I'll be receiving from the policy.So that's the money you were talking about earlier.Precisely. When the funds reach my account, I'll be able to pay my rent and leave this place.But it's unfortunate, isn't it? I had no idea I'd be leaving this apartment so soon.After all, I only decided to move in here half a year ago.(What made you decide that?) Music: Gusty Town Can you tell me how your husband died?Kyle really likes talking about dead husbands. As opposed to Hotel Dusk where he talks about surviving husbands. How did your husband die, Marie?It was a car accident. I waved him goodbye one day half a year ago...But he never returned home.Why did you choose to live here?Why did you choose to live here?It was somewhere I was fond of.How come? IIt was quite a while back, when the place was still a hotel actually.(You knew the place back then?) I came back here after he'd passed away.I had no idea that this place had been converted into apartments. Still, the exterior had remained untouched.I thought to myself...Living here would help me keep the memories of our time together alive.Living with your memories.Does it sound strange?Not at all.Your husband's a lucky guy. I mean, you're still devoted to him even now.He was so dear to me.You're an unusual person, Mr Hyde. I think Kyle has a better career as a psychologist than a salesman. You sure you're not getting me mixed up with someone else?Mr Hyde?Yeah?There's this other thing I'd like to talk to you about.What kind of hotel was it?What kind of hotel was it?It wasn't very big and only had a small number of rooms, but it had a good reputation, exceptional service and delicious food. He worked with my brother when they were both still alive.(What did you say?)Your brother used to work in the hotel too? That's right.But when the decision was made to close the place down 13 years ago, both he and my husband found themselves out of work.So you know about the incident that happened here 13 years ago?Incident?Someone got murdered and the case never got solved.I had no idea.I see.You got something you'd like to discuss?You got something you'd like to discuss?It's about that man who came into the building just now.You mean Rex?Yes, Rex Foster. I wanted to talk to you about him.Did he try any funny stuff?He placed this in my room while I was out.Music stops   That's a......bugging device, I know.You said he placed this device in here?I'm sure it was him. I can't think of anyone else who would.So he's been trying to gather information about you all this time.That's what I suspect, yes.Tell me something, Marie.Can you think of any reason why he's so interested in your day-to-day activities?I haven't got a clue. I only noticed him watching me about three days ago.Do you have any sort of connection to him?None whatsoever.In fact, he scares me. What do you think I should do, Mr Hyde?Leave it to me. He and I have got some unfinished business. I've got some questions of my own that need answering.Really, will you talk to him for me?I think that's my cue to leave.Of course.*Kyle leaves Marie's room* (Am I meant to believe that Rex goes around planting bugging devices in people's rooms?)(Could he have planted this one in Marie's room?)Music: Overstepped Memory  That's our cue for our first confrontation in the game. Music: Town Dyed Purple What?You really are a nasty piece of work!Steady on, pal.Listen up, Rex.You've been targeting Marie Rivet and don't try to deny it!She's the one you're after. And what's that got to do with you?Don't try to pull a fast one, Rex. I'm on to you.I don't know what you think you've stumbled on.Really? I know about the bugging device you planted in her room. What bugging device? You're not making any sense.Spit it out! I know the kind of dodgy dealings you're into! This feels just like a police interrogation, you know?You guys jump to the wrong conclusion and force people to confess to it.Like now, you're trying to get me to won up to planting a bugging device? You don't have a shred of proof to back any of this up!You want proof, do you?If you think you can get me to confess to anything, show me the proof. And you'll have to find something very convincing....Or maybe not. The pacing in this game is MUCH slower than Hotel Dusk's. (I hate to admit it, but he's got a point. I can't pin anything on him without proof. I'd better start looking around for something that links him to all this.)  I slump on the sofa to think about what's transpired.  As I think, I notice the sun setting from outside the window.  Today's hint is: The color is important, both in the crossword and in the object itself. 1234567890num fucked around with this message at 15:41 on Nov 24, 2018 |
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I feel like one of those is going to be stew. Oh, upon looking back for hints, I found this:  So I guess ICED for the blue boxes? Blueberry Pancakes fucked around with this message at 17:34 on Oct 28, 2018 |
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Oct 28, 2018 17:30
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Hobgoblin2099 posted:I feel like one of those is going to be stew. By that logic, the Red boxes are gonna be BEEF
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Oct 28, 2018 22:41
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Iced and cafe for the top two then? Would make the answer juice
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Oct 28, 2018 23:04
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Allow me to sum up everything above me: 1. Jukebox 2. Lucky 3. Iced 4. Cafe 5. Beef And the final answer is Juice.
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Music: Heating Up Kyle's door buzzed after a few steps. Who is it?  Music: Ace of Diamonds Mr Hyde, would you mind giving my hammer back?Yeah, sure. Sorry about that. It completely slipped my mind. I figured it might have.It didn't slip MY mind, but you didn't answer when I knocked your door offscreen Music: Gusty Town  Show $5 Is that just the money you had in your pocket, Mr Hyde?Show crossword This is the crossword for the Lucky's Café prize draw, isn't it?Show others Is that anything to do with me?Show hammer Music: Ace of Diamonds Here you go.Did it help you our with your problem?Yeah, it did the trick.Glad to hear it.By the way...There's something I'd like to ask you, Mr Hyde.Go on. He's been hanging around the building recently.(Yeah, I have. That's Rex Foster.)I've seen him too.Is he a detective too?(What makes you think that?) Music: Gusty Town What makes you think he's a detective?What makes you think he's a detective?Dunno, the expression in his eyes and the way he carries himself, I suppose. I figured he must be a detective who's searching this place for something.No offence, but he really didn't strike me as a detective. Is that so?Well, if you say so. I guess being an ex-detective, you'd know about these things.Don't tell me you're disappointed.Maybe a little. Having a real-life detective around could be exciting. I was going to just walk up and ask him.What did you plan on saying? I love those cop shows on TV and thought it'd be great to be involved and all.Dylan watched too many cop shows. Are you serious?What?Leads? Secret tip-offs? This isn't what it's like in real life, you know! Mark my words, you'd be best steering clear of that guy.If you say so, Mr Hyde.Kyle's that guy who has to tell everyone how the TV portrays things wrong. Music: Ace of Diamonds While you're here, can I ask you something? Have you noticed anything unusual or out of place in the building lately?Unusual? Out of place? Around here?You mean beside the guy with the sunglasses?  Hmm...Ah! Yes, there was one thing.Mr Hyde, do you have a radio in your room?Yeah, I got one. Can't say I have.There's some weird noise, like static, that I can't quite identify.Seems to have happened suddenly and I just can't figure it out. It's been driving me mad for a while now.Interesting...Okay, Mr yde, I've got to be somewhere. See you.Dylan leaves my room and disappears down the hallway. (Strange noise from the radio? I'd better give it a listen.)Music: Heating Up  There's no noticeable static when examining the radio earlier. Maybe it'll be there now that  Radio Let's see what Dylan was mumbling about.  Unlike last time we used the radio, there's only one song we can listen to. Music: A Drink in the Evening (with static added)  What's that? I hear...Music...and voices?(Hold on. This music's familiar. Where have I heard it before?)(Kind of reminds me of a place where people are talking and music is playing.)   I'm still glad for the phone shortcut. The phone's ringing. *Kyle picks up the phone* Hey there.  Hey, Rachel.Music :Serenity  Tell me. Let me see, he's 38 years old and appears to be an insurance claim investigator. Insurance claim investigator?Is wiretapping a natural part of an insurance claim investigator's job?  Well, it looks like he's freelance and comes with his fair share of bad gossip.What kind of gossip are we talking here?Word is, if he looks into a claim, the client never receives their cash. Is that any good? I can do some more digging if you like.Yeah, that'd be helpful. Will do, sweetie. I'll be in touch as soon as I have more information.I've got something else I'd like you to check out. I want to find out about Hotel Cape West.No problem, I'll check it out. And while you're at it...There's more?I didn't tell you before, but... It looks like I've got to clear out of here by the end of the month.Why's that?This place has been sold off. Everyone's leaving. No, it kinda isn't. It's Kyle's own fault for not checking his mail Tell me about it. I've gotta find myself a new place to live in the meantime. Maybe I'll just had over to your place and crash there.Yeah, that's not going to happen.Just kidding.You, making a joke? Wait, let me get my tape recorder!Rachel is still great  Ha ha. Anyway, I'll be waiting for your call.*Rachel hangs up* (So he's working for an insurance company and looking into people's claims.)(So much to think about... Bugging devices, strange noise from the radio...)(I need more info. Think I'll take another sniff around the building.)Music: Heating Up Music: Overstepped Memory Rex is still hanging out in the lobby. Don't know why he doesn't go inside the café. It's not as if he can get more suspicious. Music: Town Dyed Purple What?Spit it out, Rex, I know it was you who planted that device in Marie's room!I've already told you, I don't know what you're on about! Anyway, how're you gonna prove it without anything to back it up?(I need some cast-iron proof that he's behind this.)Music: A Drink in the Evening Music: Glass in the Hand Hey, Mr Hyde.Can you tell me something?Sure, what is it?Who was murdered in this hotel 13 years ago?I'm sorry, Mr Hyde, but I can't tell you.Do I hear something about a murder?Oh, Mr Hyde, I told you not to talk about it anymore! Now Where does Marie usually sit when she's here?Marie? Let me see... Ah yes, she sits in the same place every time.Right over there, by the Christmas tree.Welcome to Lucky's, Mr Hyde.Can you tell me something? How can I help?Where does Marie usually sit when she's here?Marie? She always sits in the same seat.Over there, by the Christmas tree. The static is referring to this place, although it might be harder to recognize if you changed this place's music. The music in the radio will always be the same no matter what you have on the jukebox. Music: Hidden Proof  Tree There's a Christmas tree standing in the corner.  Device (Just as I thought. There's a bugging device attached to the tree.) If we hadn't asked Sidney or Claire, Kyle will ask Sidney about where Marie usually sits. (I think it's about time Rex and I had another chat.)It's almost time for a confrontation! An actual one this time!  The thread has solved the crossword, so this will be the final crossword corner. I was originally planning to have this until after our second confrontation (it's sooner than you'd think).   The color on the boxes corresponds to the color of the text.  From Hobgoblin2099, Blue Labrador, FoolyCharged, and Mraagvpeine. It's kind of tricky to realize when you're playing this yourself. (This looks fine to me.)(If I get the chance I'll show it to Sidney.)So we show it to Sidney. Music: Glass in the Hand Oh, have you finished the crossword?A simple puzzle like that? I could have done it in my sleep!  Yup, you got it.Not bad, Mr Hyde.We did it!  Kyle is very proud.  What's this?It's a slip with your entry number for the prize draw. This is your proof that you've entered, so take good care of it, okay? The prize draw is on December 23rd. Who knows, you might get lucky.Got it.Lemme ask you, Mr Hyde. If you won $1000, what would you spend it on?I'll think about that if it ever happens.Ha ha, I guess I should have expected an answer like that.($1000, huh?)I'm going to keep the crossword to see the others' response to it. I'll show the entry slip responses later. Here's another chance on audience participation: Who do we spend the money on? 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It's technically just a recording device, not a wiretap. Pretty sure planting one in her apartment is still illegal as hell though, at least for the B&E if not the actual device. Less certain about the cafe. And the missing clue to the crossword I mentioned before was the bit with the colors, which I'm about half-certain Sidney or Claire tells you about.
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Truthkeeper posted:Pretty sure planting one in her apartment is still illegal as hell though, at least for the B&E if not the actual device. Less certain about the cafe. In the US, at least, in many states recording someone without their knowledge or consent is illegal if one isn't a law enforcement authority. So planting a recording device in a public area is something that one could be arrested for. The owner of the place could also press charges for it (harrassment of customers, criminal tresspass). Depends on the state, but putting a recording device in a privately owned location (especially a business) without the owner's knowledge to spy on a specific individual definitely qualifies. Plus harrassment and stalking statutes.
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Did the update post twice?1234567890num posted:
Rachel is the best character. Blueberry Pancakes fucked around with this message at 17:28 on Oct 30, 2018 |
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wedgekree posted:In the US, at least, in many states recording someone without their knowledge or consent is illegal if one isn't a law enforcement authority. So planting a recording device in a public area is something that one could be arrested for. The owner of the place could also press charges for it (harrassment of customers, criminal tresspass). Depends on the state, but putting a recording device in a privately owned location (especially a business) without the owner's knowledge to spy on a specific individual definitely qualifies. Plus harrassment and stalking statutes. California passed it's Invasion of Privacy Act in 1967, and it's a two-party consent state for recordings (with exceptions if you're in a place with no reasonable expectation of Privacy such as a street), so Foster is definitely breaking that law. Now I wonder what he's expecting to find, that Marie's late husband isn't late...?
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Hobgoblin2099 posted:Did the update post twice? Yeah, i'm seeing this too
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Yeah, me too  . Should be fixed now.
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Music: Overstepped Memory Rex is still Have you got a moment?You again? Don't you ever quit?There's no need to get worked up this time...I was just about to leave anyway.Catch you later, Kyle.New Music: Resolution  What is it now?Looks like you're out of luck. I know why you're here.Oh?And what do you think you know?Everything I need to know.I doubt that.For starters, I know exactly why you've been poking around the building. It's been bugging me for a while now. It's been buzzing around me all the time like an annoying fly.Is that all you have to say?Not quite. I now know it's my job to drive that fly away.So you're saying I'm a fly now, are you? You've got nothing on me!Listen up, Rex.You've been targeting Marie Rivet and don't try to deny it!She's the one you're after. Hey! You don't fool me! You don't fool me! I know exactly what you're up to!And what do you think you know?I know that you're behind planting this.I have no idea what you're talking about. Show bugging device Can you identify this?...I fond it hidden on the Christmas tree in Lucky's Café. It just happened to be right next to the seat Marie uses when she goes there. Isn't that a coincidence?...New Music: Sharpened Blade I knew the reason why you've been following Marie. You planted a bugging device in her room.Is that so?And I suppose you've got plenty of evidence to back this up, have you?I haven't got absolute proof, but you're the only one round here likely to do it.Give it up, Kyle, you can't prove anything.Make no mistake...I'm a salesman now, not a cop.I've got no interest in handing you over to the police.Then why are you being so protective of the woman?I just want some answers!I want to know exactly why you'd do something like that.Well, well...I'd have thought you'd have guessed by now, but it looks like you're not smart enough. Confrontations are denoted with special music and red questions. Has she been telling you stories, Kyle?Actually, we did speak, but it was mostly about you. We talked about your bugging device and the fact you're practically stalking her.That's what she said, is it? Hold it! She hasn't done anything to me! You're talking bull! She hasn't tried any funny business.Really?Doesn't look that way from where I'm standing.I'm sure she turned on the waterworks and you fell for it the very next second.  Unlike usual, I'm going to follow a line of questioning up until the end for confrontations.  Why are you investigating Marie?Is there any particular reason you're following her?That's none of your business.Tell me! I told you, I know who you are. So you might as well tell me why you're here!Huh?I know all about you being an insurance investigator, Rex.So you found out?I also found out about your reputation. Why are you keeping tabs on Marie?Since you already know who I am, guess there's no harm in letting you know.I work for the insurance company that Marie's husband had a policy with. It's in the company's interest to keep tabs on her as she's guilty of...Tell me Rex... I think we all know why Rex would go to such extent in his investigation. Do you think she's committing fraud? Do you think she's committing fraud? There's more to the car accident that killed her husband than she's letting on.And I suppose you have proof to back up these accusations?If I did, would I really need to waste my time poking around here? You know, in the business they call me the Vulture.Sure, my fee's a little high but it's cheaper than the company paying out the amount she's due.And the last thing the insurance companies want... So, she's committed fraud before?Tell me about the fraud she committed in the past.After her brother died 13 years ago, she was the sole beneficiary of his policy. And what's fishy about the whole thing is that he died in a car accident too.What kind of person do you think she is?So what kind of woman do you think Marie is?To put it bluntly, she's a specialist in fraud. She's so used to fabricating things that it doesn't even register for her any more. You're not trying to tell me you fell for her story, are you?Maybe I did, a little. We know Marie longer than Rex. And he hasn't really given us any reason to trust him. I trust her more than I trust you. I trust her more than I trust you.Yeah? Well, I hope you got a good reason for that.Let's just say I"m a good judge of character. Don't make me laugh!Probably about time you had your senses checked if you think she's clean.Oh, and why's that?Because you don't know the first thing about that woman, that's why!The only thing she's got going for her is the ability to lie. So she's cheated people before?So she's cheated people before?Of course she has.If she hadn't, do you really think I'd be involved at all?  New Music: Deep Distrust So you finally get it, Kyle? It must be clear why I'm keeping tabs on Marie now. I'm only checking you and the building out to learn more about her.And you know what the most interesting part is? While I was focusing my attention on her, I stumbled across some other titbits too.(What kind of titbits?)Rex, one question. Do you know something about what happened here 13 years ago?Of course I do!Then you probably know about the Scarlet Star too.That's the thing Kyle is supposed to be searching for. It's easy to forget among everything else that happened recently. The Scarlet Star?Yeah, it disappeared 25 years ago.Well well, isn't that just the craziest coincidence. To think that you of all people are asking me about that.After all, the person who knew the most about that was none other than... Hold it right there, Foster!Easy, Kyle.You should be thanking me. I'm telling you all this for free.People usually pay good money for the facts I uncover.More fool them.Anyway, I'm outta here.Wait! I'm not done with you yet!Music stops  (Dammit, he fled. How the hell did my dad get drawn into this? And how is he connected to the Scarlet Star?)(Marie's past fraud, the murder of 13 years ago... The mysterious order sheet...)(What's the link between all these things?)(I think it's time I tried to get my thoughts straight.)Now let's try messing up the confrontation Music: Resolution  During the "pressing" phase, you can either pick the correct option to move on or pick the wrong option to loop. Not pressing gives negligible dialogue, so I'm just showing the ones we get for picking the wrong choice. Am I wrong? Am I wrong? It's clear you were a detective.Apply just the right amount of pressure and the suspect will say anything.That's got nothing to do with this. Answer my questions!Watch your tone, Kyle!Loop and skip to the next choice. Music: Sharpened Blade  Leave Marie alone! Leave Marie alone! Why are you so interested in her anyway?She's just an acquaintance, that's all.If that's the case, why not just leave well alone and let me do my job?You know I can't do that. Like I told you, I plan on getting rid of that annoying fly buzzing around.So you keep saying.Loop and skip.  I somehow just realized that the question screen is redder than usual. Why are you investigating Marie?Are you investigating her insurance arrears? Are you investigating her insurance arrears? I couldn't care less about that.Then what?You didn't seriously think I was here playing the part of a debt-collector, did you?You couldn't be further from the truth if you tried.Rex is very disappointed with us What kind of person do you think she is?I never trusted her at all. I never trusted her at all. Straight up.I must say I'm surprised.How so?I had you figured as the kind of guy who'd fall right into her web of lies.If you don't trust her, why are you getting on my case?That's none of your business.Do you even know what you're doing most of the time?Rex is even more disappointed now with us  Music: Joke's On You Hey, Kyle.Looks like your senses need a bit of fine-tuning. I would say here, but he's actually kinda right. At least for this confrontation.Later.Music stops  Hmm. It has been quite a while since I left the force... But my senses are nowhere near as out-of-shape as he thinks.Music: Dream's End Tony: 3 Mags: 1 Dylan: 1 Rex: 1 Yeah, this Game Over is kinda stupid. It happens if we pick the choices incorrectly for the second half. The choices in the first half doesn't actually affect anything (as far as I know). 1234567890num fucked around with this message at 14:49 on Nov 5, 2018 |
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Man Kyle has lost a few steps. Most of that conversation was spent figuring out that the insurance fraud investigator was after a woman for the big insurance policy she told kyle about. I'm not sure why the game had us beat around the bush on that instead of just bringing it out and fleshing out the two new pieces of information there.
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This sequel is dumbing down Kyle more than I remembered. How sad.1234567890num posted:
Kyle, please, this isn't Ace Attorney. 1234567890num posted:
But it is Spider-Man, apparently. Blueberry Pancakes fucked around with this message at 16:16 on Nov 2, 2018 |
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