Object Hints

**Object Hints** are hints about a certain object that Mortimer has to collect. They debuted in Mortimer Beckett and the Lost King. They also appear in Mortimer Beckett and the Crimson Thief.

## Usage

In *Mortimer Beckett and the Lost King* and *Mortimer Beckett and the Crimson Thief*, object hints are represented by little question marks seen on the top right hand corner of the object when collected. Clicking on the question mark will bring up a hint about that object, offering a clue of what to do with it. After the player uses an object hint, the hint meter will start filling up and the player cannot use a general hint until the hint meter is filled up.

## List of Object Hints

### Mortimer Beckett & The Crimson Thief

#### Paris

Car Key - "Old fashion one. If I could find an old Italian car, maybe I could go for a short ride."

Wheel - "This kind of wheels usually goes on handcarts."

Blank Paper - "I am not an artist, but if I have a pencil, I could do a magic trick with it."

Coin - "Not much, I guess. But, probably enough for a cheap sightseeing."

Room Key - "Did I come across a locked door? If I do, they won't be locked anymore."

Screwdriver - "Screws beware! The end is near!"

Ladder - "Not much for stability, I must say. But they get me to some high place for sure."

Tweezers - "Useful thing to handle the stamps. Or to get something from narrow crack. Hmmm..."

Crowbar - "Good thing to have if you want to lift something heavy."

Pencil - "With a piece of paper I can do a miracle. Believe me."

Fuse - "I am not an electrician, but even I can see that this should be placed on some..some... Well, electric thingy."

Clock Key - "I hate cuckoo clocks. That's all I can say."

Glove - "I think this is the kind of glove to protect you from injury, not to keep you warm."

Hammer - "I don't like to break things. But, if I must..."

Tablet - "I remember that, as a small child, I put those into my father's wine. What a mess!"

Oil Can - "It's full and ready to use. When I find something squeaky or rusty..."

Pruning Shears - "Cutting hedges. Some people like it, some don't."

Crossbow - "Hi tech stuff. Maybe I can "fish" something with it."

Pincers - "Old fashion tool for old fashion nails."

Valve - "It's a bit rusty, but I suppose that I could turn some water off with it."

#### Rio De Janeiro

Vuvuzela - "Oh no! The sound of it could wake you up, even if you are sleeping like a baby."

Road Sign - "This should be placed as a warning when you intend to do some road work. Or wheh the authorities say so."

Soccer Ball - "Signed from entire Brazilian soccer national team! This could be a great present for some kid."

Audio Recorder - "Record your favorite sounds and take them wherever you want. Ha! Not bad as a slogan."

Recorded Sound - "I know that babies are sweet and innocent and pure, but you must agree that they are LOUD."

Rope - "Enough length to take me to some high place. If I only could remember how to tie a proper knot..."

Car Jack - "Big one. It could also help me lift other things, not just cars."

Bodkin - "Sharp enough to drill a hole in almost anything. Or to unclog one..."

Wheel - "This will look nice on one of those carnival trucks. Even though, Blue would be a better color. It's only my opinion."

Carrot - "Fresh and crunchy. Good for eyes, as I heard. How come those moles have bad eyes and they simply love these?"

Brass Mask - "Beautiful. Not that I would wear it, but I guess I could sell it very easily. If I were in the business, of course."

Scalpel - "I used one like this for removing postal stamps from envelopes. And I never tear apart any of them. You have to love philately."

Carnival Card - "Great! I love surprises. I can't wait to see what I'll get from the carnival machine."

Coin - "Piece of chewing gum, anyone?"

Light Switch - "Small click for me, giant light for dark rooms. Just kidding..."

Goggles - "I bet that with these I could see somethig that is hidden on some public place, that thousands of people visit almost every day."

Metal Bar - "This bar is so strong. Perhaps I could use it as some kind of lever."

Long Hook - "Maybe I couldn't climb, but I surely can REACH high places with this."

Key - "Not used for a long time, it seems. I guess the lock that it unlocks doesn't look any better."

Trowel - "I'm pretty good on laying tiles. Even better in removing them."

Wrench - "Whenever I had problems with plumbing, this is the tool I always miss. Now I can fix anything."

#### Philadelphia

Can Opener - "I've never heard of anyone using these for anything other than opening cans. Have you?"

Small Key - "This will unlock that small and fragile locks that were made in eighteenth century."

Matches - "Don't play with them. You know that you can burn your fingers. Or set something on fire."

Parchment Fragments - "I wonder what will happen when it's complete. Maybe I could find out something important from it."

Parchment - "At least, it's whole. Now, where can I find a fire?"

Hammer - "This is not for nailing planks. I bet that if I use it properly, I could make a nice liberating sound."

Hacksaw - "This sharp blade will cut through metal like butter."

Climbing Gear - "Again, I must say how extraordinary these things are. With this, I could climb the highest building without losing breath."

Screwdriver - "Yet again, some screws are going to be set loose."

Metal Bar - "This is made from soft metal and it's good for processing. If I find a proper tool, maybe I could make something of it."

Handle - "Looks like this is the part of some mechanical device. Maybe for pulling something back..."

Fresh Fish - "Does anyone know the recipe for Kung Pao soup?"

Chisel - "I don't need a hammer to break open some walls..."

Magnifying Glass - "Every now and then you must get a closer look at some small prints..."

Crowbar - "Again, I am not a man of violence, but if I must loose some planks by force, then I'll do it."

Pliers - "Not very strong. This is not for metal. Plastic, perhaps. Or rubber."

Plumbline - "Such a nice and delicate object. It looks like it belongs to some precise mechanism."

Money - "I can buy myself a nice lunch with it. Seafood would be nice."

Brushwood - "The weather is warm. Otherwise, I'll make nice, cosy fire..."

#### London

One Pound - "How many pennies can I get for this?"

Change - "Well now. Should I make a long distance call, or should I throw it into a fountain?"

Camera - "I worked hard for this camera. I hope that picture I'll take could get me some reputation."

Memory Card - "I have the picture. Now to develop it."

Sport Journal - "Is it just me, or most of the gents are interested in sports?"

Blow Torch - "Easy now. I could easily melt some metal with this. Not to mention burning my sweater."

Empty Sack - "This is not made to put something of value in it. Probably for coal or something like that."

Broom - "Sorry, but no. I have no intention to sweep floors. Or dusting under the beds."

Empty Kettle - "I am in London. And, maybe, it's tea time. Where can I get some fresh water?"

Full Kettle - "Step two. I have the water, but I don't have the fire to boil it."

Steaming Kettle - "I remembered another trick how to remove a post stamp from an envelope. Now matter how hard it's glued to the surface."

Knife - "Kitchen knife obviously. Sharp enough to cut various materials."

Lion Crest - "Looks like some shield. Maybe it could pass by like something valuable. It's worth a try."

Winding Key - "I didn't see any cuckoo clocks around here. I guess it's for some toy."

Pliers - "Well, this one is strong. For cutting metal, I'm sure."

Pumpkin Juice - "I can't say that I'm crazy about this stuff. Maybe someone else is thirsty."

Flashlight - "It's dark everywhere. But there are places where it's even darker. Like holes."

Kevlar Gloves - "I can put my hands everywhere with these on. And not be injured."

Wet Cloth - "Is it time for spring cleaning? Well, is it?"

Black Gravel - "Now, why would anyone want to have this? For a fish tank?"

Yellow Book - "Useful thing if you are salesman of some sort."

Lighter - "Same as for the matches. Be careful. Or things might catch fire."

Piece of Wire - "This could go into a thinnest slot you could imagine."

Membership Card - "I hope they've got some good music playing in that pub."

#### Moscow

EMP Device - "Electro magnetic pulse?! This could stop some seriously large things that run on electricity."

Knife - "At this cold weather gardening is out of the question. Maybe some wood carving..."

Paper Sheet - "Not much for drawing. Thick enough to use it as a doormat."

Spring - "This I could use for some reparations..."

Handle - "This is part of some mechanism. But I think that it's still missing one piece."

Matryoshka Doll - "What a beautiful thing. Sweet as honey, if you ask me."

Ice Pick - "There is a lot of ice around here. I should just pick the right spot."

Scissors - "Don't make me do some tailor stuff. I could easily cut some wrong stitches..."

Impact Driver - "I simply love these new tools. They are so quiet, that you can work and not disturb anyone."

Bowl - "This one is good quality. In this I can carry the stickiest thing in the world without gluing my fingers together."

Resin - "What shall I glue with it? Some pottery, maybe?"

Pincers - "Good old stuff. For good old metal cutting."

Lockpick - "Looks like a Burglar's tool. But with me, the locks are safe."

Honey - "Exactly one kilogram. Is that important?"

Small Key - "I seriously doubt that this will unlock any door. A small chest, or box perhaps."

Shovel - "Shoveling snow or digging some soil? I don't feel like doing either."

Small Hammer - "For delicate breaking in case of emergency."

Crowbar - "these things are very handy when you are not in shape to lift some heavy stuff."

Rubles - "I don't now how much is it. Maybe I should try to buy something and find out."

Remote Control - "Finaly I can get warm a little bit."

Door Key - "Turn it right and everything will be fine."

#### Beijing

Diving Gear - "This is so old. I hope that it works."

Wood Crate - "Brand new. Strong enough to hold my weight for sure."

Lead Bowl - "I'm not happy to hold this in my bare hands, but it might be useful to carry some glowing hot things.."

Liquid Metal - "Mold!!! A kingdom for a mold!"

Empty Glass - "Water, enyone?"

Plain Water - "This glass is full. Something tells me that it should be empty..."

Chimney Brush - "Sorry Santa. It's time for spring cleaning."

Honey Dipper - "Personally, I am extremely allergic to honey..."

Handle - "Pump, pump, pump... And here is your water. Cheers."

Switch - "Old fashion one. I wonder if it works with tubes as well?"

Stool - "I used to climb on one of these as a child, when I wanted to reach for some more cookies..."

Cherry Wood Fan - "I think that it's made of cherry wood. Very nice..."

Empty Bucket - "probably used by some sailor... It has salt stains all over..."

Salt Water - "This is ideal to make a Big splash."

Matches - "Once more, be very careful with these. Especially in dark places..."

Mint Leaf - "What an aroma! Smells fresh and coooool...."

Metal Bar - "Most boring thing I came across around here. Maybe I can turn it into some sort of useful object."

Corkscrew - "Is there a party somewhere? I can easily open some bottles with this..."

Carving Knife - "Is it Halloween yet? Time flies around here..."

Gong - "It usually goes on a stand. Did I see one somewhere?"

Seeds - "What kind of Birds are popular in China? I can't feed an eagle with this, that's for sure."

Key - "Special key for very special door."

Dental Forceps - "No! My teeth are healthy as a dragon's. Thank you."

#### Cairo

Long Pole - "This spike may be useful with some other spikes. Does this make sense?"

Rug Beater - "Old school cleaning! The best there is."

Rope - "If I only could remember how to tie a knot from my hiking lessons..."

Bottle - "Magical..."

Empty Leather Sack - "This smells of petrol..."

Oil - "Something tells me that I'll need smaller amount than this."

Plate - "This is definitely a part of a bigger picture..."

Comb - "This is not for human hair. In that I am certain."

Camel Hair - "Who would need such a thing? Some old, strange person, I guess..."

Coconut Milk - "Pina Colada anyone?"

Flute - "Just one look at it, and I go sssssssss..."

Magnet - "Small but strong. Maybe I can attract some metal with it."

Machete - "Slice here, slice there. And fruit salad is done!"

Dowsers - "What kind of gold am I looking for here? Yellow? Black?"

Map to Luxor - "I'm not going there. Not again. Maybe someone else will..."

Brush - "This is for some kind of delicate business... I must be careful..."

Gold Figurine - "Actualy, gold-plated. And very small. But probably worth some money..."

Metal Wedges - "Strong enough to hold my weight..."

Hammer - "This is for shaping stones... I used to have one of these..."

Gardening Shears - "Snap, snap, snap... And the bushes are gone..."

Digging Tools - "No, thank you. Not with my back. If I must, I'll pay someone else..."

Bottled Magic - "I was right. Magic indeed."

#### Rome

Gems - "This kind of things shouldn't be lying around like that. They should be put on some object worthy of Kings..."

Coffee - "Well... I just love to drink these while I relax with some good book..."

Key - "Size of it tells me that it will not fit in small locks..."

Glowing Ball - "It has some glow, but not too much. Probably will cast some faint light..."

Lighter - "With just one small flick, I could make one big fire..."

Anti Rust Spray - "I must be careful. Too much of this stuff will make things greasy..."

Sandwich - "Perfect refreshment while one is relaxing reading a good book..."

Torch - "There are no flames. So..."

Broom - "Cleaning again? O.K. No problem. What should I sweep? Dust? Papers? Leaves? What?"

Slingshot - "Actualy, I'm pretty good with these things. Just show me a high target."

Squeaky Toy - "This rubber is so hard that it can survive some serious hard chewing."

Crowbar - "Come on Morty. Let's break something. Again..."

Marble Figurine - "Very nice. And heavy too. Can be used to press something down..."

Key - "This will open some small locks. But not on doors. Definitely..."

Lock Pick - "Well, if you don't have the right key, this is the only way."

Weight - "Perhaps some machine is missing it. I should try..."

Firecracker - "This will scare anybody. Even many of them at once."

Coffee Coupon - "Great! I don't need any money to get a proper cup of coffee."

#### Epilogue

Duct Tape - "Commonly used by electricians. For securing wires..."

Necklace - "This is what Crimson Thief has nicked. I can use this a proof."

Rubber Glove - "If I must do something very gently and precisely, I'll use this."

Fingerprint - "Wow. Like in the spy movies. I hope I'll find an adequate lock to use this on."

Brass Polish - "This ship is very neat. But dirt always finds its way..."

Aspirin - "Take two of these and call me in the morning!"

Encrypted Message - "What? These letters don't mean anything to me. I need to extract the important ones."

Signal Light - "This will blink just fine. If I connect it to some wires..."

Dry Cloth - "Very good quality. Great for polishing..."

Fine Powder - "Looks exactly like the ones police teams use for their investigations."

Key - "This key belongs to the passenger on the deck. Maybe it opens something that belongs to him."

Glass Cutter "Watch your fingers, Morty. This is VERY sharp."

Morse Code - "Line-line-dot, dot-line, line-line, dot, dot-dot-dot-dot, line-line-line, dot-dot-line, dot-dot-dot, dot."

Button - "Regardless of the fact that it's made of plastic, this button looks kinda important."

Screwdriver - "Again, useful tool for taking things out of their place."

Soft Brush - "This is not for painting. This is for brushing something delicate away."

Allen Key - "Special tool for special bolts."

Crowbar - "Firm enough to stop some strong machinery..."

Wrench - "Common tool for common bolts. Enough said."

Code Plate - "Now I can decipher ...some cipher. Or code..."

Morse Machine - "Just to put it in a dark and hidden place, and I'm in business."