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Sherlock Holmes versus Arsene Lupin Hints

How can I solve Lupin's third clue? (Bronze Door)

  • 1 of 17: This one will require a little legwork, and some mathematical ability.
  • 2 of 17: First, head to the Egyptian and Babylonian Hall, as instructed.
  • 3 of 17: See the large door at the far end? You'll need to examine the right rows of figures carved on it.
  • 4 of 17: You will need the number of men in the fourth row from the bottom.
  • 5 of 17: There are 41 of them -- remember that number.
  • 6 of 17: Then, the seventh row from the top.
  • 7 of 17: Count the number of horses -- nine. But, remember that we need the number of legs, so multiply this by four.
  • 8 of 17: There are 36 legs -- remember this number too.
  • 9 of 17: Now, multiply those two values, as instructed. The total is 1476.
  • 10 of 17: Enter this into the card machine in the library.
  • 11 of 17: You will return a book on Hindu Enchantment, situated at D-14-7. This is on the highest level, the 7th column along, near the bottom.
  • 12 of 17: The book has scores of pages, but you need only two. Guess which?
  • 13 of 17: Yes, that's right, 41, and 36.
  • 14 of 17: You will learn of Kali, and see a statue of him.
  • 15 of 17: Now, find this statue in the museum.
  • 16 of 17: It is part of a permanent exhibit on a table with other Indian deities.
  • 17 of 17: Use the hand icon on him to find your next clue.