Chapter 7

**Chapter 7** is chapter #7 of the 9 chapters of *Dropsy*.

## Walkthrough

After departing from the graveyard, players should head right and then proceed down to return to the City. Upon arrival, players are advised to hand over their Broken Lever to the Foreman, a red-bearded individual located in the area. In exchange, the Foreman provides players with Lever #1 and informs them that two levers are required to open the mine entrance. By inspecting a half picture nearby, players also become aware of the Foreman's missing eldest brother. Players are then instructed to drive to the road near the Ancient Forest situated in the west.

From there, players should proceed down one screen along the path in the west and embrace the Thor Vs Vampire Statue present at the location. To gain passage across the bridge, players must exhibit their Thor Amulet to the RCV Guard in order to prove they are not vampires. The RCV Guard will then permit them to continue their journey. Heading left one screen leads players to the Red Clay Village. Assuming control of Eughh, players should mark the small tree in the vicinity as Hydrant #9. Subsequently, players should switch to Mousy and enter the box with a hole to retrieve the Statue Part (Torso). Reverting control back to Dropsy, players can collect the Fishing Rod located near the dock in the western area. By sitting on the box and engaging in fishing, players will acquire a Live Fish. Additionally, players should embrace the Thor Head Statue nearby before proceeding up one screen.

Upon reaching the designated area, players discover that the boat in the vicinity requires repair. Entering the temple situated there, players learn about the Priestess's search for six missing pages of the vampire tome. It is worth noting that players can opt to rest within the temple if desired. Returning to the temple during nighttime, in the absence of the Priestess, players can acquire Garlic located on the eastern wall. Leaving the temple and waiting until daytime, players should walk to the right and pick up Cassette #8 from the nearby table. This cassette provides information regarding a band comprising three youngsters who are seeking a gig. Assuming control of Birdy, players can collect Cassette #9 positioned above a truck in the area.

Locating their car, players should drive to the bridge located west of the town. By sitting on the box and engaging in fishing, players will obtain a Pearl Necklace. Proceeding to the northern part of town, players should enter the Record Store (which is open at night). Inspecting the radio and playing Cassette #8, featuring a picture of a female symbol, catches the attention of the Record Store Clerk. The clerk expresses interest in the music and requests players to recruit the band for a gig at the store. In return, the clerk presents players with his Business Card. Players should retrieve the cassette and subsequently leave the shop.

Returning to the village in the southwest, players must locate the Bootlegger, a man with an eye patch, and exchange their Pearl Necklace for a Retro Game Cartridge. Embracing the Bootlegger, players should then proceed up one screen and hand over the Business Card to any of the band members present. Upon reaching the Record Store, players should engage in conversation with Stoop Girl 2, a red-haired girl, who provides them with a Signature Tape required to obtain the Bassist's signature. Additionally, players should collect Cassette #10, Cassette #11, and Cassette #12 in the western section of the store, embrace the Record Store Clerk, and subsequently exit the premises.

Players should then make their way back to the Red Clay Village located in the southwest and embrace two of the band members, specifically the Vocalist and Bassist. Delivering the Signature Tape to the individual named Blondie secures the Bassist's signature. Conversing with the man responsible for repairing the car, referred to as the Drummer, results in him offering to repair the boat. Players are then advised to walk to the left and utilize the boat to set sail for the small island.

Embracing the nearby Mannequin, players should proceed up one screen to encounter a Hermit residing within a small cabin. By deactivating the generator and entering the cabin, players can use the Vampire Mask on themselves, causing the Hermit to flee outside. Players can then collect Cassette #13 in close proximity and inspect the picture on the eastern wall. By retrieving the Half of Picture, switching to Birdy, and pushing down a Rare Album situated above the western wall, players can subsequently switch back to Dropsy, pick up the album, and depart from the island.

Players should find their car and drive back to the northern part of town. Handing over the Rare Album to the Hipster, who can be found at the Record Store during evening to nighttime, brings him great joy. Delivering the Half of Picture to the Foreman, characterized by his red beard, convinces him that his missing brother has been found. Dropsy accompanies the Foreman to the island, where a heartwarming reunion occurs. As a token of gratitude, the Hermit bestows Lever #2 upon players.

## Chronology

* **Previous chapter:** Chapter 6
* **Next chapter:** Chapter 8