Bartender's instructions

Learn about Robert Elm's tragic story in The Sinking City 2. Understand his past and how it might connect to the mysteries you'll uncover. A must-read for players.

Hey there, future investigator! So, you've stumbled upon the tale of Robert Elm, huh? It's a bit of a heavy one, but understanding his past is key to piecing together what's really going on in The Sinking City 2. Think of this as a friendly heads-up before you dive too deep. Who is Robert Elm? Robert Elm is a mysterious figure you'll encounter. He's a regular at a run-down bar called The Spade, always ordering the same thing: a tall glass of Irish whiskey. He shows up at 10 PM and sticks around until dawn, usually silent, a real shadow. Most folks just see him as a down-on-his-luck bum, but there's way more to him than meets the eye. The Bartender's Curiosity For twelve long years, Elm has been a silent fixture at The Spade. The bartender, out of sheer curiosity, finally decides to break the ice. He asks Elm why he's always there, and to his surprise, Elm actually talks! He reveals he's been waiting for someone to ask him, and now, he's ready to share his story. A Tragic Past Elm's story kicks off in November 1962, in a small town in rural Iowa. He was deeply in love with his fiancée, Elizabeth. But, like many, Elm had a temper. In a moment of rage, after hearing she'd wrecked his dad's Ford, he hit her. He deeply regrets it, seeing the bruise on her face every morning. Eventually, after a fight, Elizabeth left him stranded on the side of the road. Lost in the Cornfield Heartbroken and lost, Elm wanders into a cornfield, sobbing and calling out for Elizabeth. He eventually sits down to rest and falls asleep. When he wakes up, he's met by a strange, towering figure in a shimmering black cloak. This figure, who introduces himself as Lombard, offers Elm a proposition: come with him to a meeting, and they'll help him feel better and get him home in the morning. A Mysterious Encounter Elm, desperate and alone, accepts. He notices Lombard is incredibly tall, over seven feet, with giant hands. Lombard moves with surprising agility through the forest. He tells Elm the meeting is just with some acquaintances, like a party to take his mind off things. What to Watch For: * Elm's Temper: His past violence, especially towards Elizabeth, is a major red flag. It shows a dark side that might resurface or be relevant to the game's events. * Lombard and His 'Friends': This hooded figure and his 'meeting' sound pretty suspicious. Be wary of promises that seem too good to be true, especially in a place like The Sinking City. * The 'Scenic Route': Lombard mentions enjoying the 'scenic routes.' This could be a metaphor for something more sinister, perhaps leading Elm (and by extension, you) into danger. Keep Elm's story in mind as you explore. His past trauma and the strange encounter in the cornfield might hold clues to the supernatural events you'll be investigating. Good luck out there!