The Oakmont Chronicle (10)

Navigate the final case of The Sinking City, 'Into the Depths'. Learn how to find the Kayfingers, decipher cryptic notes, and uncover the secrets of the Oakmont Chronicle.

Alright, let's dive into the final stretch of The Sinking City with 'Into the Depths'. This is where everything comes to a head, and you'll need to gather some crucial items to finish up. ### Devil's Reef Hotel After the events of the last case, Charles Reed needs to rest up at the Devil's Reef Hotel. When you arrive, you'll experience a vision – what you see depends on who you sided with previously. After this, you'll wake up back in your room. Check the desk; you'll find two important documents: _The Prophecy, with my notes_ and _Putting everything together_. These notes explain that the source of the madness is the Dreamer's Hidden Daughter, trapped in Cthygonnaar. To reach her, you need to find three 'Kayfingers' to complete the Seal on the Monolith in central Advent. The first Kayfinger is on that central Monolith, and the notes hint that you'll need to seek out the fire worshipers for the other two. ### St Michael's Church Your next destination is the St. Michaels Church of The Burning Bush, where the fire worshipers are. When you get there, you'll notice a lot of activity outside, including a cart full of gasoline. Inside the church, you'll find some grim sights – charred skeletons and evidence of a cleansing ritual. Examine everything you can. On the ground floor, you'll find a gasoline can and a brazier. Upstairs, you can speak with a woman named Meryl. She'll tell you that what you're looking for is in the basement and that Father Nicholas left notes about the other Monoliths. You can also find a key and read a _Shopping list_ (seems like they were preparing for something big) and _The Book of Holy Flame_. As you head downstairs, be sure to read the _Warning note_ by the door. It mentions 'wylebeasts' and advises caution, especially if you're heading to the Zetetic Room. In the bedroom, you'll find an illusory wall behind a picture. Dispelling it will reveal a hidden room and, unfortunately, some wylebeasts. Be ready to fight! In this room, you can examine a bottle of Laudanum, a _Dream diary_, and the _Priest's records_. The diary and records offer more cryptic clues about the Kayfingers and the Cycle. Using your Mind's Eye on a rock formation in the basement will reveal the first Kayfinger. After you grab it, follow the omens to uncover _Father Nicolas' Instruction_ from beneath an illusory goblet. These instructions give you more details on the Monoliths: * The first Monolith: Its presence turns an ordinary man renowned, bringing him acclaim. Look for it under the 'azure cloak' when the water rises. * The second Monolith: It will come to Oakmont with three identical disciples. They appear after the waters rise, and the first blood they spill will be washed away by the waters. These clues point you towards the Oakmont Chronicle for your next step.