Drop 3 (The Tachyon Mystery Stories)

## Drop

Tachyon uploaded a new video, They Are Watching. This lead to a drop at the North Dutch Windmill in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.

Golden Gate BeachGolden Gate ParkGolden Gate Park Gardens
The drop was retrieved by Luv2luvem and Ladron121.

Recovery videos

Vid 1

Vid 2

It contained three items

Postcard FrontPostcard BackNancy Drew's Guide To LifePost-It found inside Nancy Drew's Guide To Life
And a SD card with a locked rar file

## The Post Card

The back of the Post Card had a Hexadecimal code writen on the back:

```
   49
   20
57 41 49 54 49 4e 47 46 4f 52 2e 2e 2e
   4d

```

Hexadecimal

```
 I

WAITINGFOR...
 M

```

Interpretations

“I am waiting for…”

“I waiting for…M”

“IM waiting for…”

“waiting for…IM”

“I'm outside waiting for...”

## The Book

These passages were all marked with a small dot next to it, except where otherwise noted.

Pg 14:

"When bound and gagged, you can still tap out HELP in Morse code to attract attention."

[The Clue of the Tapping Heels]

Pg 17:

"Don't overlook the tried and true. If caught in a house fire, don't hesitate to tie sheets and blankets together to swing to safety."

[The Scarlet Slipper Mystery]

Pg 18:

"Loophole in moral code: It's ok to steal a car if it belongs to your kidnappers."

[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 20:

"Cover your face immediately when confronted by an explosion. Obviously it is good to avoid explosions in general."

[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 23:

"Don't let a stranger's lame attempt to appear ill lull you into letting down your defenses if you are alone. Keep your car door locked!"

[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 23:

"If acid finds its way onto your skin, dip the burning area in mineral oil for quick relief."

[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 23:

"When pinned down by a large canine, instruct friends, family, even random passersby to direct a hose on the beast."

[The Mysterious Mannequin]

Pg 24:

"Always lock your car doors. Even if there is nothing in the vehicle to take, a devilish person can always put something harmful into the car."

[The Secret of the Forgotten City]

Pg 28:

"Clumsy, fat men who are looking at middle age through a rear-view mirror should not attempt to keep pace with lithe young women."

[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 30:

"A young lady with some judo skills can take care of unwanted advances in short order."

[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 30:

"Make sure rendezvous notes were actually sent by the cutie you had your eye on. Otherwise, you might find yourself treading water while your ship sails on without you."

[Mystery of the Brass-Bound Trunk]

Pg 32:

"Boys like girls who doggedly pursue their goals (or prey, as the case may be)."

[The Secret of the Wooden Lady]

Pg 32:

"A forceful and skilled dance partner will make you forget everything on your mind."

[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 32:

"Keep your boyfriend guessing. Letting him know you're spending time with another man (even if you don't happen to mention he's a suspect or a key part of your case) can keep an admirer working hard to win your affections."

[The Hidden Window Mystery]

Pg 34:

"The best way to lose a boy is to chase after him."

[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 34:

"If a guy's hunch results in a dead-end, don't flaunt your better judgment and intuition in front of him. Smirk secretly to yourself."

[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 36:

"Come up with a clever code with your beau in case one of you is ever kidnapped."

[The Invisible Intruder]

Pg 36:

"Male fireflies turn their lights on and off in unison, while the females flicker whenever they please. Perhaps there's a correlation to be made?"

[The Secret of Mirror Bay]

Pg 38:

"When choosing between two men, take into consideration the different paths your life would take should you go with either of them."

[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 38:

"After receiving an electrical shock to the system, find as many men as possible to vigorously massage you."

(this passage was followed by a smiley face)

[Mystery of the Glowing Eye]

Pg 42:

"Making thugs turn against each other is always a delicious thing to watch."

[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 44:

"If you suspect an important message or map will be pilfered, make a copy and alter the facts to throw creeps off the trail. Or make a copy and send the original to a close friend for safekeeping."

[The Quest of the Missing Map]

Pg 46:

"When forging a letter to nab a perp, be sure to use grammar and spelling appropriate to the education level of the person you're impersonating."

[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 46:

"When confused, sit back and try to arrange the facts into some kind of order."

(this whole passage was underlined)

[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 48:

"Train your friends in the art of investigation. You could save their lives if they remember your teachings."

[The Clue of the Black Keys]

Pg 48:

"When you want to know if and where a location exists in a state, simply call the state capitol."

[Mystery at the Ski Jump]

Pg 48:

"Being able to throw your voice can get your unskilled assistants out of tight jams."

[The Ringmaster's Secret]

Pg 50:

"Bluffing about questionable information can often lead to people revealing juicy secrets."

[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 52:

"If you suspect a gang is using a password, you can try to gain access into the inner circle by mentioning the name of their currant hangout."

[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 52:

"When investigating a building with a fellow sleuth, look ahead and to the right while your companion looks behind you and to the left. Clever!"

[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 54:

"When trying to crack a numerical code, don't rule out latitude and longitude coordinates."

(this passage was crossed out)

[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 54:

"When searching for important clues, anything labeled 'Top Secret' might be a good place to start."

[The Crooked Banister]

Pg 56:

"A soft kindly approach to questioning prisoners can make them squeal."

[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 56:

"Spend time at the gym to build upper body strength. Detective work may require fending off a vicious hair pulling."

[The Thirteenth Pearl]

Pg 61:

"Don't let your troubles get in the way of enjoying a leisurely and delightful lunch."

[The Secret of the Old Clock]

Pg 61:

"Even with an active lifestyle, being prompt is important."

[The Secret of Red Gate Farm]

Pg 62:

"Don't say 'well' all the time. It's far from well."

[Nancy's Mysterious Letter]

pg 64:

"Beware the stranger on the plane who grills you for personal information."

[The Message in the Hollow Oak]

Pg 64:

"Call before driving a considerable distance to talk with someone."

[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 66:

"Dressing well will open any doors, even those connected to a top-secret factory."

[The Secret in the Old Attic]

Pg 66:

"A sincere demeanor will get most anyone to open up and volunteer information. It doesn't hurt to be an attractive young woman, either."

[The Clue in the Old Album]

Pg 68:

"Learning a new craft will make you chatter on incessantly about the art form. Be careful not to bore your less artsy friends."

[The Clue of the leaning Chimney]

Pg 70:

"No one is so jaded that they don't appreciate praise for mysteries solved or jobs well done, no matter how small."

[The Hidden Window Mystery]

Pg 71:

"An air of superiority can ruin a first impression."

[The Haunted Showboat]

Pg 71:

"Never interrupt a voodoo doctor."

[The Haunted Showboat]

Pg 71:

"Aggressiveness will not earn you an invitation to sit at the popular table."

[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 72:

"It's important to take time out to have fun with your friends, particularly if they spend considerable time doing your bidding."

[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 72:

"It's a bit gratuitous to quote passages from Shakespeare on a daily basis."

[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 76:

"Don't let a friend strong-arm you into forgoing your agenda for her own pursuit of fun."

[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 78:

"To defuse a situation involving your friend and her two jealous suitors, try regaling the group with stories of your harrowing adventures."

[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 78:

"If grilling a salesperson or shop owner for information, it's only proper to buy a few articles from the establishment."

[The Strange Message in the Parchment]

Pg 82:

"The best way to clear one's mind is to commune with nature."

[The Hidden Staircase]

Pg 82:

"If you see something resembling a shark in a river, don't fret. It's more likely to be a small submarine operated by thieves."

[The Mystery of Lilac inn]

Pg 84:

"When witnessing a massive fire, take careful note of shifts in the wind's direction."

[The Clue in the Diary]

Pg 86:

"A loon's call can often be mistaken for a woman's scream."

[The Clue of the Broken Locket]

Pg 88:

"If you lose sight of a suspect amongst trees and foliage, try putting an ear to the ground to detect the footsteps."

[The Clue in the Crumbling Wall]

Pg 88:

"When thrust into darkness, close your eyes for several seconds; it helps you to adjust to the darkness."

[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 90:

"Simple screaming can scare off snakes."

[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 92:

"To avoid being spotted from overhead by a snoop in an airplane, try curling up, putting your head inside your dark sweater, and blending into the landscape."

[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 94:

"If a bleeding, screaming man runs from shore and starts swimming frantically toward your boat, you should probably help him out. He might be escaping cruel employers."

[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 94:

"Dive into any available water when attacked by a swarm of mosquitoes."

[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 98:

"A face distorted with anger will only accentuate a person's innate ugliness."

[The Secret of the Old Clock]

Pg 98:

"When the lights suddenly go out, hold onto your diamonds for dear life."

[The Mystery of Lilac inn]

Pg 103:

"Never lose your girlish glee when your dad buys you a ticket to Hong Kong."

[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 103:

"Lipstick is not just for looking glamorous; it can be used to signal for help on windows or other surfaces."

[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 104:

"A mysterious expression will add a lovely sheen to your complexion."

[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 107:

"Don't let fear mean more to you than your friends."

[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 107:

"If you can at all prevent it, do not chase after thieves when you are clad only in a leotard. It's unseemly."

[The Scarlet Slipper Mystery]

Pg 108:

"Determination and spunk can elicit admiration from many arenas, even from the criminal element."

[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 108:

"You can never really be yourself and 'let your hair down' if you're sporting a wig."

[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 112:

"If you see a downed pigeon, check to see if it's ferrying any messages. It might be a carrier pigeon."

[Password to Larkspur Lane]

Pg 112:

"Strange mechanical noises can only mean one thing: a printing press is being used for nefarious purposes."

(this passage was marked with a "?" next to it)

[The Clue of the Broken Locket]

Pg 114:

"Young boys who stand tall and with dignity are certainly not the fruit of a cruel, dictatorial man's loins. It simply isn't in the genes."

(this passage was marked with a smiley face after it)

[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 114:

"Abandoned houses are not completely neglected if the electricity still flows."

[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 114:

"Don't discount faint lines or indecipherable blotches on discarded pieces of paper. A magnifying glass might reveal them to be very small words."

[Mystery of the Brass-Bound Trunk]

Pg 117:

"Any unusual mounds of dirt could indicate recent digging."

[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 117:

"If an heir to a fortune isn't even trying to feign grief over a relative's death, he or she just might be trying to steal an inheritance."

[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 117:

"Doodling as a child might be a sign of artistic aptitude and a promising career."

[The Quest of the Missing Map]

Pg 117:

"A strange tattoo might be a means of identifying long lost royalty."

[The Clue in the Jewel Box]

Pg 118:

"Take careful note of distinct odors; they can prove to be valuable clues."

[The Secret in the Old Attic]

Pg 118:

"Postmarks and return addresses are important clues!"

[The Clue of the Black Keys]

Pg 120:

"If you are interrogating a suspect thief in his home or trailer, note whether his eyes dart to any possible hiding place in the room."

[The Ringmaster's Secret]

Pg 120:

"If tied up by a culprit, note whether they used any fancy nautical knots. It might be a valuable clue."

[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 123:

"Podunk towns just might surprise you with sophisticated night clubs if you canvass the outskirts of town."

[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 123:

"College undergrads can discern harmless knockout drops from more dangerous poison. Isn't Ned dreamy?"

(this passage was followed by "WTF?")

[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 123:

"Bold vertical handwriting usually belongs to a literary person, and jerky slanted-to-the-right letters are a sign of nervousness."

(this passage was followed by "LOL")

[The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes]

Pg 124:

"While you can't tell from a footprint whether someone is a crook, you can estimate weight, height, and the speed at which the person was walking or running."

[The Secret of Mirror Bay]

Pg 124:

"When the FBI shows up, make sure they are toting proper identification. Don't put it passes shady characters to impersonate G-men."

[Mystery of the Glowing Eye]

Pg 126:

"Clothing may provide a clue to someone's name; check for any special lettering or monograms."

[The Strange Message in the Parchment]

Pg 126:

"When examining tire treads, note any unique markings or insignias from the tire manufacturer."

[The Thirteenth Pearl]

Pg 130:

"Take matches from restaurants and hotel dining rooms. You just might need them to light a kerosene lamp."

[The Bungalow Mystery]

Pg 130:

"Keep an extra flashlight in your glove compartment and take a course in auto mechanics. You never know when you'll need to repair a sabotaged convertible."

[The Bungalow Mystery]

Pg 130:

"In a pinch, a vial of perfume can sterilize scissors."

[The Secret of Red Gate Farm]

Pg 132:

"If you are afraid of being followed when you leave your house, buy a new car and have it brought around the back of the house for a sneaky escape."

(this passage was followed by "?")

[Password to Larkspur Lane]

Pg 132:

"Good-luck talismans can't hurt."

[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 132:

"Spike heels come in handy when it is necessary to break glass."

[Nancy's Mysterious Letter]

Pg 135:

"Tap dance lessons + Morse code = ingenious combination."

(this passage was marked with an asterisk "\*" next to it)

[The Clue of the Tapping Heels]

Pg 135:

"A bottle of phosphorus and oil will produce an eerie green light for spectral shenanigans."

[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 136:

"Tying burlap bags over your shoes will help obscure your footprint."

[The Clue of the leaning Chimney]

Pg 136:

"Keep your ice skates sharpened. You just might be called upon to impersonate a figure skater."

[Mystery at the Ski Jump]

Pg 139:

"Always carry your birth certificate with you; you never know when you will need it."

(this passage was crossed out)

[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 139:

"Owning your own key-making machine can be quite handy, and a compact one can be stored out of sight under the sink so as not to clash with your decor."

[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 139:

"Since it is out of vogue to carry around smelling salts, you can try reviving someone with a small vial of perfume."

[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 140:

"Carrying paper and colored pencils can allow you to sketch rough portraits of missing persons and suspects."

[The Mysterious Mannequin]

Pg 140:
"Use protective eyewear when chiseling stone."

[The Secret of the Forgotten City]

### The Post-It Note

Found behind the Jacket of the book:

```
My father gave me all of
these when I was a
little girl, but they got
left behind when we moved.
The knowlege has always
served me well, so I
thought this might teach
you a thing or two.
         XOXO
           T

```

## The SD Card

download

File name: 54414B45205741524E494E47

Solution: Hexadecimal for *Take warning*

Password: GPS

Contents:

Contents of RAR fileContents of RAR fileContents of RAR fileContents of RAR fileContents of RAR file
Text file name: Grigori

Anagram: ACT TWO WHET HARSH ESCHEW

Solution: Who watches the watchers?

## Worth a visit to Wikipedia

Grigori

“Who watches the watchers”