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The Lurking Horror Hints

How can I stop the rats from getting me?

  • 1 of 7: Use your location to your advantage.
  • 2 of 7: First, get to the valve for the steam.
  • 3 of 7: You'll need to open the valve, and let the steam out to get the rats away.
  • 4 of 7: It's kinda stuck though.
  • 5 of 7: Use the crowbar to open it.
  • 6 of 7: The valve is still sticky, though.  Open it when the rats are coming close to you, but not on you.
  • 7 of 7: Close it when you're done.