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Circle of Blood Hints

How can I open the sidewalk grate?

  • 1 of 11: You will be able to do this after Sean Fitzgerald runs outside.
  • 2 of 11: Drink any beer you have left in your glass and attempt to buy some more from the owner.
  • 3 of 11: When he complains about the pumps, pretend you are an electrician!
  • 4 of 11: Show him Moerlin's business card.
  • 5 of 11: Fix the glass washer for the bartender.
  • 6 of 11: You will now have access to the basement!
  • 7 of 11: The only action you can take is to flip the switch.
  • 8 of 11: Go back upstairs and outside and open the grate.
  • 9 of 11: Did you notice the wall box is now exposed?
  • 10 of 11: The mechanism is probably damaged, but try and use it anyway.
  • 11 of 11: Now that the grate is open, go back to the basement.