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Nancy Drew 24: The Captive Curse Hints

How do I get into Karl's desk?

  • 1 of 6: You need a key, and there's a clue to the location of this key in this office.
  • 2 of 6: Read through the "Raid Game Guide" under the card display and look for one character with an odd drawing that Nancy comments on.
  • 3 of 6: The picture of Professor Sparrow includes a little drawing of a key. Hmm. Look around the office for another picture of Professor Sparrow.
  • 4 of 6: There's a painting on the wall on the other side of the office. Look at it closely --
  • 5 of 6: -- and turn it around to find a key, aha! When Karl is out of the office --
  • 6 of 6: -- use this key, which is labeled "antique key" in your inventory, to open the drawer of Karl's desk.