Follow this guide to navigate Howie Lee's Sushi Bar in Blade & Sorcery, find clues, and progress through the Chinatown section of your investigation.
Alright, let's dive into Chinatown and figure out what's happening at Howie Lee's Sushi Bar. This is a key spot for gathering intel, so pay attention to the details.
- 1Chinatown (Howie Lee's Sushi Bar): When you arrive, you'll see a comedian named Gordo at the bar. Chat with him for a bit until he starts repeating himself. Then, it's time to talk to Howie Lee himself, the skinny guy behind the counter. Make sure you go through all the conversation options he offers. After your chat, follow Zuben, who will head towards the kitchen.
- 2Chinatown (Kitchen): In the kitchen, you'll need to talk to Zuben. You can ask him about Lucy or the VK test. As you talk, keep clicking on the right side of the screen. Zuben's going to try and dump a boiling pot on you – don't worry, you'll dodge it. If you don't, you'll just get up a bit slower. Your next move is to run out the back door, hot on Zuben's trail.
- 3Chinatown (Alley): As you run out the back, you'll find yourself in an alley. Go around the corner, and you'll see a hobo hanging out near a dumpster. You have the option to kill him if you want, and then you can search the dumpster for a license plate. If you did kill the hobo, you can also dump his body in the dumpster. Now, you've got a couple of ways to deal with Zuben.
KILLING ZUBEN - Choice #1: The Warehouse Approach
- Chinatown (Alley): Head into the door right next to the dumpster.
- Chinatown (Warehouse): Make your way up the stairs on the right side.
- Chinatown (Dark Corridor): Continue to the end of this hall. Zuben will drop down. You can choose to fight and kill him, or you can put your weapon away and spare him. The guide author recommends killing him, but it's your call! After you've dealt with Zuben, search his body for a picture. Then, head back downstairs.
- Chinatown (Warehouse): Once you're back downstairs, talk to the cops who should be there. After that, hop back into your spinner and set a course for your apartment.
KILLING ZUBEN - Choice #2: The Apartment Approach
- Chinatown (Alley): Instead of going towards the dumpster, run in the opposite direction, all the way down the alley.
- Chinatown (Howie Lee's Sushi Bar): From here, jump back into your spinner and head to your apartment.
- McCoy's Apartment (Roof): As you approach the elevator at the far end of the roof, Zuben will come at you from the right. You can either take him down or put your gun away and have a more sympathetic interaction. If you kill him, a guy named Gaff will show up and talk to you. Regardless, search Zuben's body for a picture. Then, get into the elevator.
McCoy's Apartment (Elevator): Once you're in the elevator, select the middle button to head up to Ray's room, 88f.
McCoy's Apartment (88f): You'll meet Maggie, your new dog. You can feed her by clicking on the counter if you wish. Notice the ESPER machine on the table near the couch – it works just like the one at the Police Station. Head into Ray's bedroom down the hall. Ray will reflect on the day's events on the balcony, and then you'll regain control. Click on the bed to go to sleep and wrap up Act I.
- Don't forget to use your KIA (Key Information) device throughout the game to review clues and suspect information.
- Pay attention to all conversation threads with NPCs; vital clues can be hidden within dialogue.
- The ESPER machine at the police station is crucial for analyzing videodisks and zooming in on details.
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