7.1: Introduction

Welcome to Thief: The Dark Project! Get ready to dive into Garrett's world, learn about his motivations, and prepare for your first steps into the shadows. Let's get started!

Alright, so you've booted up Thief: The Dark Project, and you're probably wondering what's going on. This first section is all about setting the stage, introducing you to Garrett's gritty world, and giving you a taste of what's to come. Think of it as your personal briefing before you step out into the shadows.

The game kicks off with a bit of lore, a song about some ancient conflict between 'manfools' and a 'Woodsie Lord.' It's pretty dark stuff, setting a grim tone right from the start. Then, we get into Garrett's head. He's just had a run-in with some folks called the Hammers – apparently, it didn't go so well for his buddy Cutty. Garrett's not exactly thrilled about it, but he's got bigger problems, like rent being due and a landlord who sounds like he's even meaner than the Hammers.

Garrett's next target? A horn that his friend Felix mentioned. Felix did some digging and found out it's likely hidden in the tomb of a noble family, the Quintus family. The map points to the general area, but finding the actual horn? That's going to be all on you to explore and figure out. Felix also dropped a hint that the catacombs where the tomb is located are supposed to be haunted. So, before you even get your hands dirty, Garrett's thinking about picking up some holy water. It's a good reminder that in Thief, being prepared is half the battle.

This introduction is your first step into Garrett's world. It's about understanding his motivations – survival, paying the bills, and maybe a little bit of revenge – and getting ready to face the dangers that lie ahead. Keep these bits of information in mind as you start your first mission; they'll help you get into the mindset of a master thief.