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Nora Keno
Nora Keno

Dec-8-2004 08:07

I have solved two cases in a row where the evidence did not point to the correct suspect. The main evidence I had that didn't match was I had two possible suspects. In the past, when I'd check with the shoemaker RE footprints, he was able to confirm my suspicion. In both of these cases, I was told the footprint did NOT belong to the suspect. Just wondering ... does this happen a lot?

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Nora Keno
Nora Keno

Dec-8-2004 08:33

Also, get a hint about someone thinking they know who the murderer is, but when I try to question them, they clam up. What help is that hint if this is going to happen every time?

Ah shucks! Guess I just have to keep on trying. I'm having a good time here and will just keep on as I am.

James D(II)
James D(II)

Dec-8-2004 08:46

I find that that happens to me as well when there are two footprints, but haven't figured out how to solve that yet....and about the witnesses clamming up, you can only try to intimidate or sweet talk with whatever skill allows you to. I find that you can only ask a witness up to two suspects. If they clam up, ask other sources and more than likely you will find that someone will tip you that there is another witness.

MeganR6
MeganR6

Dec-8-2004 09:25

There will always be one piece of physical evidence (like a footprint) that will match with one suspect with a fake or stated non-alibi. The other pieces of evidence will belong to people with real alibis.

In order to make sure that you have all of the possible suspects, always ask suspects if they know anyone with a motive first. One strategy (everyone develops their own) is to then ask them if they have an alibi. Check the alibis, then you'll have a list of people who may match the evidence or to ask other suspects if they've seen or heard anything. In the beginning, you should start with easy cases until you build up your interview and evidence skills. I think there's a thread already about how many possible suspects and fake/no alibis there should be for each level of difficulty. Lots of good advice in the Newbie Questions from players much more experienced than I am if you look through the threads! I hope this is helpful.

Nora Keno
Nora Keno

Dec-9-2004 06:07


Somehow I must have encountered a glitch in the game, then because I definitely asked about the footprint for both of my suspects that had no or false alibis and was told neither of them matched that footprint.

Thanks for the help! I have been reading the Newbie Questions when I finish my cases for the day. You're right! Lots of helpful info in there!

reda
reda
Well-Connected

Dec-9-2004 06:35

if u dont have hair and thread skills u dont always find all the evidence u could find. maybe that what happend?
in that case u can rely on witness evidence.

jessiem
jessiem

Dec-9-2004 12:51

I have just started playing too. I have found that sometimes if you find multiple pieces of evidence at a scence like footprint and thread, that sometimes only thread will match and footprint wont belong to any suspect.

the The
the The

Dec-9-2004 15:08

Good questions and statements. I have taken a different approach where I have been going to the beginning characters given in the game and going straight to the alibi. If one does not have an alibi right away, I check the physical evidence.
As far as the bloody footprint is concerned, sometimes it might belong to the victim himself. If you are playing with a tough character, you might want to invest in the stress detection skill which helps you in your interviewing. It also lets you know when you are about to get to your last interview question.

the The
the The

Dec-9-2004 15:09

Make sure and scratch off suspects that have a proven alibi.
They cannot be the murderer.

Dr. Falco Maltese
Dr. Falco Maltese
Well-Connected

Dec-9-2004 21:20

All pieces of physical evidence belong to one of the suspects, but only one piece can be matched to the guilty person.

All other physical evidence will be matched to separate individuals. No physical evidence is matched to the same person as other physical evidence, in my experience.

Be very careful that you are sure you have a false or no alibi when you accuse, in addition to the physical evidence, NOT just a lack of alibi because the suspect wouldn't tell you what it was.

Also, TWO pieces of witness evidence are enough if you are unsure about alibi.

the The, I would be careful about asking alibi questions first. If someone clams up after that first question, you may not be able to build your complete suspect list. I recommend always asking about others with motives until you are sure your suspect list is complete.


giulianar
giulianar

Dec-10-2004 20:14

I don't always ask about people with motives. You can start to see how many suspects for a certain level. If I already have a certain #, I don't bother asking. That way, they are less likely to clam up. of course make sure you're not doing too hard a level either until you have the skills and/or accessories. I like to always check my alibis first. I can eliminate many of my suspects that way. I also have the research skill. That helps to eliminate 1 suspect in almost every case. Then I start on the physical evidence or asking if anyone suspects someone. I would not recommend relying on the hints that the townies give. "John Smith thinks he knows who the killer is." I don't find that they are always reliable.


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