Super Snooper

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Super Snooper is a Friendship Quest given by Reth upon reaching Friendship Level 5: Partner in Crime.

Description

“

Someone paid off Reth's debts. It's time to find out more.

”

Objectives

Part 1

• Ask around to see who might have paid off Reth's debts.

↷ Return to Reth

Part 2

Find hard evidence that Zeki paid Reth's debts. Maybe you could try searching places the cartel might hide information.

• Find evidence.

↷ Return to Reth

Part 3

Reth seems upset about the evidence you brought, Maybe you should let him cool off?

• Wait for Reth to cool off.

Part 4

Reth still doesn't believe Zeki could have been the one to help him. Maybe you could talk to Zeki about it once you get to know him better? Progress both Zeki and Tish's friendship to find out more.

• Wait to find out more.
  • Reach Friendship level 5 with both Tish and Zeki

Part 5

Go talk to Tish, Reth, and Zeki in Zeki's Underground office to discuss the conflict between the three of them.

• Meet with Tish, Reth, and Zeki.

Rewards

During Quest

• Reth's Cake Stand (in mail)

Walkthrough

1. There's been a rather large development with Reth regarding his problems with the cartel.
2. Find out what happened to Reth's debt.
   • Talk to Tish and Zeki.
3. Report back to Reth about what you've learned.
4. Look for evidence that you're not making up stories and bring it back.
   • Enter the basement of The Old Lighthouse and find a Letter to Zed.
   • Optional: read the letter.
5. Reth is having problems with accepting your news. Wait for him to cool off.
6. After reading his letter, go find out what's going on with Tish and Zeki.
   • Reach Friendship level 5 and progress Another Way and Catch a Falling Star.
7. Receive mail from Zeki about a meeting between the three of them to talk about their issues.
   • Go to the Underground Office and start the conversation.
   • Witness the trio work out their differences.

Dialogue and Mail

Introduction

Upon speaking to Reth at your plot

Reth

Hey, not to just make myself at home, but uh, I got something I need to run by you real quick.

You didn't happen to, uh... pay off my standing cartel debt, did you?

FireEarthAirWater

Player

I wish I had that kinda coin!

Reth

If it wasn't you, then who?

Player

No.

Reth

If it wasn't you, then who?

Player

Maybe I did it in my sleep?

Reth

If it wasn't you, then who?

Player

Someone paid off your debt? Great...

Reth

No, not great. Really scary actually!

Zeki's boss, One Eyed-Zed, got an anonymous envelope of cash saying it was for me.

Zed actually showed up at the inn asking who sent this to him, and questioned me about who I've been telling about my deal.

I told him I hadn't told anyone, but I did tell you.

And now...I'm worried you might be in danger.

FireAirWaterEarth

Player

I can take Zed!

Reth

I wouldn't take this lightly, (Player). That guy has Palium-reinforced claws. And he uses them!

Player

What else is new?

Reth

I wouldn't take this lightly, (Player). That guy has Palium-reinforced claws. And he uses them!

Player

That's worrying...

Reth

You've got that right. I could never forgive myself if something happened to you because of my stupid stupidness.

Player

We have to get to the bottom of this.

Reth

You've got that right. I could never forgive myself if something happened to you because of my stupid stupidness.

I hate to keep asking you for stuff, but do you think you could maybe try to do some snooping around and figure out what happened?

I'm afraid if I look around it will seem suspicious. I'm sure Zed's got tails and whiskers everywhere.

Progression

Upon speaking to Tish

Player

You didn't happen to...uh...pay off Reth's debts?

Tish

The furniture store's doing well, but it's not doing that well.

Besides, I would let you know if I was going to do something that big.

Upon speaking to Zeki

Player

You don't happen to know about Reth's debt being paid?

Zeki

Me? Debt? What's debt? Never heard of it!

FireAir

Player

Reth is in trouble...

Zeki

Trouble. How?

Player

Ok, I'll let Zed know.

Zeki

Zed? What does he have to do with this?

Oh no, the cartel must have assumed Reth blabbed about his deal...

WaterEarth

Player

What are you going to do?

Zeki

Well, since I don't have anything to do with it, I don't know what I can do.

Player

So you paid Reth's debt?

Zeki

I didn't say nothin' of the sort. You keep your mouth shut.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go write an unrelated letter to Zed.

Upon returning to Reth

Reth

So you...uh...find anything more out about the "ebtday ituationsay."

WaterEarth

Player

What?

Player

Speak common.

Reth

Ah!!!! So much for being discrete [sic].

Did you find out more about the debt situation?

FireEarth

Player

Zeki was acting a bit suss...

Player

It was Zeki. It was definitely Zeki.

Reth

Zeki! That's a good one. There's no way he'd waste his coin on me.

He's way too worried about his own fiscal freedom to spend money on anyone else's.

WaterAir

Player

I think you should talk to Zeki.

Reth

Maybe instead of just asking around you could look for some evidence? There has to be a paper trail somewhere.

Player

I guess it was the Flothman...

Reth

Maybe instead of just asking around you could look for some evidence? There has to be a paper trail somewhere.

Hm, now where would the cartel hide secret documents?

Letter to Zed

Letter to Zed

Zed,

I know there was a misunderstandin' about the money I left you for the Majiri kid. I lost a bet with him and owed him his debt in return. Sorry I forgot to put my pawprint on the envelope. I guess I'm gettin' sloppy these days.

Your ole pal,
Zeki

PS - If you're down for a game of cards next week, I'll be in the city.

Upon returning to Reth

Player

(Show Reth Letter)

Reth

Pfft! You think THIS counts as proof.

FireAir

Player

Um...yes.

Player

No, I just thought it was nice reading material.

Reth

Come on, this could have easily been forged.

EarthWater

Player

You're kidding yourself.

Player

Why would he do that?

Reth

Zeki must have heard about this whole thing and just wanted to take credit for it.

That's just the kind of thing he would do.

FireWaterEarthAir

Player

It's really not.

Reth

Maybe not, but there's gotta be some angle. I'm just not convinced he would spend all that money out of the kindness of his heart.

Player

If he wanted to take credit, why would he hide it?

Reth

I -- I -- uh, I don't know, okay? But there's gotta be something in it for him.

Player

I'm not helping if you don't listen.

Reth

I know it seems like I'm just being stubborn, but I'm stubborn for a reason. Zeki doesn't do things just to be a nice guy.

Player

I actually think the Flothman framed him.

Reth

I know it seems like I'm just being stubborn, but I'm stubborn for a reason. Zeki doesn't do things just to be a nice guy.

It's sweet that you're so trusting, (Player), but I don't have that luxury.

That Zed guy could hurt me...or Tish. If you won't help me get to the bottom of this, then I'll do it myself.

Letter from Reth

Hey (Player),
I know I seem like I'm being irrational about the whole Zeki thing. It's just...after everything I've been through, it's really hard for me to believe someone would stick their neck out for me. Especially someone with so much to lose. Regardless of what happened, I shouldn't have taken my feelings out on you.

Here, I baked you this to say, "I'm sorry." Food apologies are sort of my jam. And, hey, this one contains actual jam.

Reth

Optional: Upon speaking to Zeki

Missing dialogue for Air.

Player

Why did you pay off Reth's debt?

Zeki

Well, the Underground has been doing boomin' business since the humans arrived...

And I figured I got the kid into the situation. I might as well help him out.

EarthFire

Player

Seems reasonable.

Zeki

Well, you know me, kid. Reasonable to a fault. In the history books, they'll call me, "Zeki the Reasonable."

Player

That's nice of you!

Zeki

Not really. I mean. Is it nice for a guy to pay your healer bills if he's the one who pushed you down the stairs?

Now if only what I paid off would actually get him outta this mess. He's gotta keep buyin' the shipments for his sister, which means more debt.

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Player

We have to do something.

Zeki

I don't know what there is to be done. Not unless we can find another way to cure his sister...!

Player

Actually, that might not be necessary...

Zeki

She found another cure? Seriously? You gotta tell Reth, kid. Before he orders more and gets himself back in the hole!

FireAir

Player

I promised I wouldn't tell...

Zeki

What's more important, keepin' a promise or savin' your friend?

I'm not tellin' ya what to do, but I know what I'd do.

Player

What if he's grown to like the hole?

Zeki

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Player

Why did you keep what you did a secret?

Zeki

Come on, you know why. I got a reputation to uphold. I don't want people thinking I'm the mushy type.

Besides, who's gonna believe me anyway? I'm a cat from the Underground. Ain't nobody gonna trust me.

Conclusion

Letter from Zeki

Information needed: if letter always comes from Zeki or if it changes depending on order of quests progressed.

Yo Kid,
Tish is coming to confront me about that whole situation with her brother. I may have reversed the little singin' stone trick she played on me and used it ta find out she discovered a cure. And then I may have told Reth, just so he wouldn't get himself into any more trouble. I thought while she was here, it might be the prime opportunity to talk to her about the whole fallin' star situation. Come by the Underground later and help me make her see reason.

Yours truly,
Zeki

Zeki

Upon speaking to Reth, Tish and Zeki

Missing dialogue for Fire Non-Romance.

Zeki

Finally, the voice of reason arrives.

I don't know how these two had a single conversation with each other before they met the likes of rational folks like us.

Seriously, I don't know how they've lived their entire lives like this!

All I want is one teensy tiny fallin' star to fix my machine, but they can't get over their squabble about how she didn't tell him that she found a cure, and he didn't tell her that he sold his freedom and his potential livelihood to save her life.

I mean, jeez, get over it already. These things happen!

Tish

These things happen? Are you kidding me? He was hiding the truth from me for three years!

Reth

But that's only because I didn't want to burden you with the responsibility. I'm supposed to be the big brother. Mom and dad would have expected me to take care of you, not the other way around.

FireWaterEarthAir

Player

Reth was trying to save your life, Tish!

Tish

That's the problem. I'm not a damsel. I don't need saving!

This isn't about your heart being in the right place, Reth. I know you were trying to help me, and I also know what you risked to do that.

But, I don't just want love, I want respect. That means involving me in decisions about my own life.

Player

Reth, you should have involved Tish. It's her life.

Reth

You're right. I should have. It's clear she would have found a better solution. She always does! Because she's good at everything! And I'm good at nothing. Not even being good.

Tish

This isn't about your heart being in the right place, Reth. I know you were trying to help me, and I also know what you risked to do that.

But, I don't just want love, I want respect. That means involving me in decisions about my own life.

Player

The whole thing's solved now, who cares?

Zeki

That's what I'm trying to say. Let's move on and let bygones be bygones.

Player

(Silently grab popcorn)

Tish

This isn't about your heart being in the right place, Reth. I know you were trying to help me, and I also know what you risked to do that.

But, I don't just want love, I want respect. That means involving me in decisions about my own life.

Reth

I kept telling myself that I kept the truth from you for you, but I think I really did it for me. I guess part of me didn't want to tell you because I wanted to be a hero. You know?

Tish

You're already a hero. I've always looked up to you. Some of my best memories are just laughing with you, mom, and dad while we ate a meal you cooked. (Player) and I are lucky to have you as part of our lives.

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Player

Speak for yourself, Tish.

Reth

You're right, (Player). I really screwed up, but hopefully I can show how sorry I am by doing better in the future.

Player

You're lucky she's taking it this well.

Reth

You're right, (Player). I really screwed up, but hopefully I can show how sorry I am by doing better in the future.

Player

I love you just the way you are.

Reth

Oh, guys...all this positive affirmation is turning me magenta.

Player

It's the everyday things that count.

Reth

Oh, guys...all this positive affirmation is turning me magenta.

Player

I don't know what I'd do without you.

Reth

Oh, guys...all this positive affirmation is turning me magenta.

Player

Yeah! You're a hero no matter what!

Reth

Oh, guys...all this positive affirmation is turning me magenta.

Zeki

So...now that we've got that out of the way, and we're all friends. What about that fallin' star, eh?

Tish

Not so fast. I forgave Reth for keeping his cartel activities from me. I didn't forgive you for roping him in.

Zeki

I didn't rope him in. He SIGNED UP. And unlike me, he was a grown man when he made that choice -- unlike most Grimalkins.

The only "choice" we get after we're kicked out of the house as kittens is sign up or starve on the street. I'm the one trying to change all that.

Come on, kid. Back me up here.

EarthWater

Player

Zeki needs the star to take down the cartel.

Tish

So he says, but how do I know that's true?

Player

Zeki did pay off Reth's debt.

Tish

True, and I usually do like to give people the benefit of the doubt, but how do I know that's not part of some elaborate scheme?!

Zeki

I'm not askin' you to take this on faith. I know you wasn't born yesterday. No offense, (Player). I got proof of how the douplifier works.

Reth

So what? Even if your machine really doubles things, how's that gonna take down the cartel?

Zeki

Think about it, Reth. Use that tiny little brain of yours. The cartel don't make most of its money offa magic. It makes it offa exclusive goods. Scarcity.

What happens if everybody can take a one of a kind masterpiece and turn it inta two like it ain't nothin'?

Reth

...the scarcity goes away.

Zeki

And the price of exclusive stuffs goes down.

Tish

If the cartel loses money, it means they lose power.....

Zeki

Now, you're pickin' up what I'm puttin' down, sister!

Tish

Okay, I'm in. I'll help you.

Reth

Me too.

Zeki

Whoah! Whoah! I get how sis is gonna help. She's got the star. But what are you gonna do, pretty boy, throw soup at Zed?

Reth

What I do best...distribution. Think about it. I know every secret drop spot from here to the Umbraan mountains. You're gonna need that kind of knowledge if you want to keep your actions from the Underground.

Tish

And your business is gonna need a legitimate face if you want to sell to the Majiri.

Zeki

And I suppose it don't hurt if that face is pretty.

Reth

Whoo hoo! Finally, my striking good looks give me an advantage.

Zeki

Now all you gotta do is get a hair cut.

Reth

Never.

Tish

Or maybe Jel could give you a makeover!

Reth

...I'll think about the haircut.

EarthFire

Player

So you're all working together now?

Zeki

Looks that way, kid.

Player

So are you guys, like, good?

Zeki

Looks that way, kid.

Reth

And we have you to thank for it, (Player).

Tish

Yeah, thanks for helping us get out of our own heads and finally talk to each other. Who knows? You might have just changed the future of Palia.

Reth

And if not, you at least changed our future.

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