Esse on 30/7/2021 at 10:50
Really, really great set of FMs. I loved the exploration aspect of Life of the Party in the OMs, and these missions capture that essence. The attention to detail and continuity is on par with the original games. The only challenge I've not been able to pass so far is in Mission 3. Where do I hit when I fire the rope arrow to get into the abandoned building? I've tried firing at the edge of the roof, the vines, just above the hole, to the side of the hole, and at the bottom of the hole. No luck so far with any of those. If anyone could point out something I'm missing, or could mark the spot on a screenshot, I'd appreciate the help.
zappenduster on 31/7/2021 at 06:43
Indeed, it is tricky getting the rope arrow to stick at the abandoned house, and it seems it has getting even more difficult with NewDark. :erm:
Do not aim the window frame, fire it on the narrow wooden spot (roof bottom) being at the most opposite side of the lane so that the rope will hang as much as possible distant from the wall and you can climb up. Then jump into the hole. :)
I remember sometimes someone posted a screenshot with an arrow marking the right place but I couldn't find it anymore, it's not in Ricebug's collection of walkthrus. :tsktsk:
The bad news is that you'll have to do the same procedure in Mission 4 ... :ebil:
EDIT: Found my walkthrus on (
https://www.ttlg.de/fm_walkthroughs/10172/gjj.htm) and indeed one picture shows the placed rope: (
https://thiefmissions.com/walkthroughs/GarrettsYoungYears2/gjj2_110.jpg)
Esse on 31/7/2021 at 12:31
If it means I can finish this mission set, I'll take it. It's too good for not playing through to the end. Thanks!
bjack on 5/7/2025 at 00:18
Mission One and playing on expert. I'm trying to get into the Duff Brewery. I can't find way in. All windows seem they can't be opened and the door in the back courtyard does not frob. Maybe this is a NewDark issue? I've looked at the lootlists and walkthroughs and they all assume you'll just figure it out. No clues given. I can forgo that loot, but I'd still like to take it :joke:
downwinder on 5/7/2025 at 02:35
only thing i remember about this mission is a key/something under water by a dock
baeuchlein on 5/7/2025 at 21:19
To get into the brewery, you may take a swim, and look for a passage near some machinery in a large room. Another option is to visit the church/chapel in the graveyard and check the area around the altar. Costs you one or two hit points, though.
bjack on 5/7/2025 at 21:53
Thanks for the tips! I already have enough loot to meet the expert objective, but wanted to get that last bit. I got the loot.
There is a way to not take damage in that fall. Open the wood plank behind the alter and then move to the back of the alter above the hole. You will not fall down yet. Crouch and drop. You will land without damage. I did the water way, but tried the other way via the alter for fun.
While not a perfect FM, this one is pretty fun so far. Not super challenging, but just enough to be interesting. I did have to use a map though from the loot list. That helped a lot.
If some new members have not played this one, it's worth a try. I t seems OK so far with NewDark.
