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The Dig Hints

How do I talk to the alien?

  • 1 of 7: You're going to need Maggie's help here.
  • 2 of 7: Unfortunately, she's just been kidnapped by a monster.
  • 3 of 7: You have to get her back before you can solve this puzzle.
  • 4 of 7: Now, you and Maggie can go visit the alien.
  • 5 of 7: Brink stole all your life crystals, but fortunately, there are still some left.
  • 6 of 7: Go back to where you found the life crystals in the purple (museum) spire and take some more.
  • 7 of 7: Then, when you wake up the alien, Maggie will do the talking this time.