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Flight of the Amazon Queen Hints

How do I free Ian?

  • 1 of 6: First, you need to get in the room with him.
  • 2 of 6: Once you're past the white snake, some exploration should show you how to get to him.
  • 3 of 6: If pulling the lever does nothing, perhaps something is preventing it from working.
  • 4 of 6: The support rope securing the bottom of the cage is resisting.
  • 5 of 6: Talk to Ian and get him to untie that rope.
  • 6 of 6: Now pull the lever.