Drop 3 (The Tachyon Mystery Stories)

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Drop

Tachyon uploaded a new video, They Are Watching. This lead to a drop at the North Dutch Windmill in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.

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The drop was retrieved by Luv2luvem and Ladron121.
Recovery videos
Vid 1
Vid 2

It contained three items

1) A postcard
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   20 
57 41 49 54 49 4e 47 46 4f 52 2e 2e 2e 
   4d

2) A copy of Nancy Drew's Guide to Life with a post it note and some notation on different passages (transcription will appear later).
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My father gave me all of 
these when I was a
little girl, but they got
left behind when we moved.
The knowlege has always
served me well, so I
thought this might teach
you a thing or two.
         XOXO
           T

3) A SD card with a locked rar file

The Post Card

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Hexadecimal

 I
  
WAITINGFOR...
 M

Interpretations

“I am waiting for…”
“I waiting for…M”
“IM waiting for…”
“waiting for…IM”
“I'm outside waiting for...”

The Book

These passages were all marked with a small dot next to it, except where otherwise noted.

Pg 14:
"When bound and gagged, you can still tap out HELP in Morse code to attract attention."
[The Clue of the Tapping Heels]

Pg 17:
"Don't overlook the tried and true. If caught in a house fire, don't hesitate to tie sheets and blankets together to swing to safety."
[The Scarlet Slipper Mystery]

Pg 18:
"Loophole in moral code: It's ok to steal a car if it belongs to your kidnappers."
[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 20:
"Cover your face immediately when confronted by an explosion. Obviously it is good to avoid explosions in general."
[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 23:
"Don't let a stranger's lame attempt to appear ill lull you into letting down your defenses if you are alone. Keep your car door locked!"
[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 23:
"If acid finds its way onto your skin, dip the burning area in mineral oil for quick relief."
[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 23:
"When pinned down by a large canine, instruct friends, family, even random passersby to direct a hose on the beast."
[The Mysterious Mannequin]

Pg 24:
"Always lock your car doors. Even if there is nothing in the vehicle to take, a devilish person can always put something harmful into the car."
[The Secret of the Forgotten City]

Pg 28:
"Clumsy, fat men who are looking at middle age through a rear-view mirror should not attempt to keep pace with lithe young women."
[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 30:
"A young lady with some judo skills can take care of unwanted advances in short order."
[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 30:
"Make sure rendezvous notes were actually sent by the cutie you had your eye on. Otherwise, you might find yourself treading water while your ship sails on without you."
[Mystery of the Brass-Bound Trunk]

Pg 32:
"Boys like girls who doggedly pursue their goals (or prey, as the case may be)."
[The Secret of the Wooden Lady]

Pg 32:
"A forceful and skilled dance partner will make you forget everything on your mind."
[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 32:
"Keep your boyfriend guessing. Letting him know you're spending time with another man (even if you don't happen to mention he's a suspect or a key part of your case) can keep an admirer working hard to win your affections."
[The Hidden Window Mystery]

Pg 34:
"The best way to lose a boy is to chase after him."
[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 34:
"If a guy's hunch results in a dead-end, don't flaunt your better judgment and intuition in front of him. Smirk secretly to yourself."
[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 36:
"Come up with a clever code with your beau in case one of you is ever kidnapped."
[The Invisible Intruder]

Pg 36:
"Male fireflies turn their lights on and off in unison, while the females flicker whenever they please. Perhaps there's a correlation to be made?"
[The Secret of Mirror Bay]

Pg 38:
"When choosing between two men, take into consideration the different paths your life would take should you go with either of them."
[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 38:
"After receiving an electrical shock to the system, find as many men as possible to vigorously massage you."
(this passage was followed by a smiley face)
[Mystery of the Glowing Eye]

Pg 42:
"Making thugs turn against each other is always a delicious thing to watch."
[The Whispering Statue]

Pg 44:
"If you suspect an important message or map will be pilfered, make a copy and alter the facts to throw creeps off the trail. Or make a copy and send the original to a close friend for safekeeping."
[The Quest of the Missing Map]

Pg 46:
"When forging a letter to nab a perp, be sure to use grammar and spelling appropriate to the education level of the person you're impersonating."
[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 46:
"When confused, sit back and try to arrange the facts into some kind of order."
(this whole passage was underlined)
[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 48:
"Train your friends in the art of investigation. You could save their lives if they remember your teachings."
[The Clue of the Black Keys]

Pg 48:
"When you want to know if and where a location exists in a state, simply call the state capitol."
[Mystery at the Ski Jump]

Pg 48:
"Being able to throw your voice can get your unskilled assistants out of tight jams."
[The Ringmaster's Secret]

Pg 50:
"Bluffing about questionable information can often lead to people revealing juicy secrets."
[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 52:
"If you suspect a gang is using a password, you can try to gain access into the inner circle by mentioning the name of their currant hangout."
[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 52:
"When investigating a building with a fellow sleuth, look ahead and to the right while your companion looks behind you and to the left. Clever!"
[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 54:
"When trying to crack a numerical code, don't rule out latitude and longitude coordinates."
(this passage was crossed out)
[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 54:
"When searching for important clues, anything labeled 'Top Secret' might be a good place to start."
[The Crooked Banister]

Pg 56:
"A soft kindly approach to questioning prisoners can make them squeal."
[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 56:
"Spend time at the gym to build upper body strength. Detective work may require fending off a vicious hair pulling."
[The Thirteenth Pearl]

Pg 61:
"Don't let your troubles get in the way of enjoying a leisurely and delightful lunch."
[The Secret of the Old Clock]

Pg 61:
"Even with an active lifestyle, being prompt is important."
[The Secret of Red Gate Farm]

Pg 62:
"Don't say 'well' all the time. It's far from well."
[Nancy's Mysterious Letter]

pg 64:
"Beware the stranger on the plane who grills you for personal information."
[The Message in the Hollow Oak]

Pg 64:
"Call before driving a considerable distance to talk with someone."
[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 66:
"Dressing well will open any doors, even those connected to a top-secret factory."
[The Secret in the Old Attic]

Pg 66:
"A sincere demeanor will get most anyone to open up and volunteer information. It doesn't hurt to be an attractive young woman, either."
[The Clue in the Old Album]

Pg 68:
"Learning a new craft will make you chatter on incessantly about the art form. Be careful not to bore your less artsy friends."
[The Clue of the leaning Chimney]

Pg 70:
"No one is so jaded that they don't appreciate praise for mysteries solved or jobs well done, no matter how small."
[The Hidden Window Mystery]

Pg 71:
"An air of superiority can ruin a first impression."
[The Haunted Showboat]

Pg 71:
"Never interrupt a voodoo doctor."
[The Haunted Showboat]

Pg 71:
"Aggressiveness will not earn you an invitation to sit at the popular table."
[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 72:
"It's important to take time out to have fun with your friends, particularly if they spend considerable time doing your bidding."
[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 72:
"It's a bit gratuitous to quote passages from Shakespeare on a daily basis."
[The Clue of the Dancing Puppet]

Pg 76:
"Don't let a friend strong-arm you into forgoing your agenda for her own pursuit of fun."
[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 78:
"To defuse a situation involving your friend and her two jealous suitors, try regaling the group with stories of your harrowing adventures."
[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 78:
"If grilling a salesperson or shop owner for information, it's only proper to buy a few articles from the establishment."
[The Strange Message in the Parchment]

Pg 82:
"The best way to clear one's mind is to commune with nature."
[The Hidden Staircase]

Pg 82:
"If you see something resembling a shark in a river, don't fret. It's more likely to be a small submarine operated by thieves."
[The Mystery of Lilac inn]

Pg 84:
"When witnessing a massive fire, take careful note of shifts in the wind's direction."
[The Clue in the Diary]

Pg 86:
"A loon's call can often be mistaken for a woman's scream."
[The Clue of the Broken Locket]

Pg 88:
"If you lose sight of a suspect amongst trees and foliage, try putting an ear to the ground to detect the footsteps."
[The Clue in the Crumbling Wall]

Pg 88:
"When thrust into darkness, close your eyes for several seconds; it helps you to adjust to the darkness."
[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 90:
"Simple screaming can scare off snakes."
[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 92:
"To avoid being spotted from overhead by a snoop in an airplane, try curling up, putting your head inside your dark sweater, and blending into the landscape."
[The Sky Phantom]

Pg 94:
"If a bleeding, screaming man runs from shore and starts swimming frantically toward your boat, you should probably help him out. He might be escaping cruel employers."
[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 94:
"Dive into any available water when attacked by a swarm of mosquitoes."
[Mystery of Crocodile Island]

Pg 98:
"A face distorted with anger will only accentuate a person's innate ugliness."
[The Secret of the Old Clock]

Pg 98:
"When the lights suddenly go out, hold onto your diamonds for dear life."
[The Mystery of Lilac inn]

Pg 103:
"Never lose your girlish glee when your dad buys you a ticket to Hong Kong."
[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 103:
"Lipstick is not just for looking glamorous; it can be used to signal for help on windows or other surfaces."
[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 104:
"A mysterious expression will add a lovely sheen to your complexion."
[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 107:
"Don't let fear mean more to you than your friends."
[The Clue of the Velvet Mask]

Pg 107:
"If you can at all prevent it, do not chase after thieves when you are clad only in a leotard. It's unseemly."
[The Scarlet Slipper Mystery]

Pg 108:
"Determination and spunk can elicit admiration from many arenas, even from the criminal element."
[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 108:
"You can never really be yourself and 'let your hair down' if you're sporting a wig."
[The Spider Sapphire Mystery]

Pg 112:
"If you see a downed pigeon, check to see if it's ferrying any messages. It might be a carrier pigeon."
[Password to Larkspur Lane]

Pg 112:
"Strange mechanical noises can only mean one thing: a printing press is being used for nefarious purposes."
(this passage was marked with a "?" next to it)
[The Clue of the Broken Locket]

Pg 114:
"Young boys who stand tall and with dignity are certainly not the fruit of a cruel, dictatorial man's loins. It simply isn't in the genes."
(this passage was marked with a smiley face after it)
[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 114:
"Abandoned houses are not completely neglected if the electricity still flows."
[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 114:
"Don't discount faint lines or indecipherable blotches on discarded pieces of paper. A magnifying glass might reveal them to be very small words."
[Mystery of the Brass-Bound Trunk]

Pg 117:
"Any unusual mounds of dirt could indicate recent digging."
[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 117:
"If an heir to a fortune isn't even trying to feign grief over a relative's death, he or she just might be trying to steal an inheritance."
[The Mystery at the Moss-Covered Mansion]

Pg 117:
"Doodling as a child might be a sign of artistic aptitude and a promising career."
[The Quest of the Missing Map]

Pg 117:
"A strange tattoo might be a means of identifying long lost royalty."
[The Clue in the Jewel Box]

Pg 118:
"Take careful note of distinct odors; they can prove to be valuable clues."
[The Secret in the Old Attic]

Pg 118:
"Postmarks and return addresses are important clues!"
[The Clue of the Black Keys]

Pg 120:
"If you are interrogating a suspect thief in his home or trailer, note whether his eyes dart to any possible hiding place in the room."
[The Ringmaster's Secret]

Pg 120:
"If tied up by a culprit, note whether they used any fancy nautical knots. It might be a valuable clue."
[The Clue in the old Stagecoach]

Pg 123:
"Podunk towns just might surprise you with sophisticated night clubs if you canvass the outskirts of town."
[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 123:
"College undergrads can discern harmless knockout drops from more dangerous poison. Isn't Ned dreamy?"
(this passage was followed by "WTF?")
[The Moonstone Castle Mystery]

Pg 123:
"Bold vertical handwriting usually belongs to a literary person, and jerky slanted-to-the-right letters are a sign of nervousness."
(this passage was followed by "LOL")
[The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes]

Pg 124:
"While you can't tell from a footprint whether someone is a crook, you can estimate weight, height, and the speed at which the person was walking or running."
[The Secret of Mirror Bay]

Pg 124:
"When the FBI shows up, make sure they are toting proper identification. Don't put it passes shady characters to impersonate G-men."
[Mystery of the Glowing Eye]

Pg 126:
"Clothing may provide a clue to someone's name; check for any special lettering or monograms."
[The Strange Message in the Parchment]

Pg 126:
"When examining tire treads, note any unique markings or insignias from the tire manufacturer."
[The Thirteenth Pearl]

Pg 130:
"Take matches from restaurants and hotel dining rooms. You just might need them to light a kerosene lamp."
[The Bungalow Mystery]

Pg 130:
"Keep an extra flashlight in your glove compartment and take a course in auto mechanics. You never know when you'll need to repair a sabotaged convertible."
[The Bungalow Mystery]

Pg 130:
"In a pinch, a vial of perfume can sterilize scissors."
[The Secret of Red Gate Farm]

Pg 132:
"If you are afraid of being followed when you leave your house, buy a new car and have it brought around the back of the house for a sneaky escape."
(this passage was followed by "?")
[Password to Larkspur Lane]

Pg 132:
"Good-luck talismans can't hurt."
[The Mystery of the Ivory Charm]

Pg 132:
"Spike heels come in handy when it is necessary to break glass."
[Nancy's Mysterious Letter]

Pg 135:
"Tap dance lessons + Morse code = ingenious combination."
(this passage was marked with an asterisk "*" next to it)
[The Clue of the Tapping Heels]

Pg 135:
"A bottle of phosphorus and oil will produce an eerie green light for spectral shenanigans."
[The Ghost of Blackwood Hall]

Pg 136:
"Tying burlap bags over your shoes will help obscure your footprint."
[The Clue of the leaning Chimney]

Pg 136:
"Keep your ice skates sharpened. You just might be called upon to impersonate a figure skater."
[Mystery at the Ski Jump]

Pg 139:
"Always carry your birth certificate with you; you never know when you will need it."
(this passage was crossed out)
[The Mystery of the Fire Dragon]

Pg 139:
"Owning your own key-making machine can be quite handy, and a compact one can be stored out of sight under the sink so as not to clash with your decor."
[The Phantom of Pine Hill]

Pg 139:
"Since it is out of vogue to carry around smelling salts, you can try reviving someone with a small vial of perfume."
[The Mystery of the 99 Steps]

Pg 140:
"Carrying paper and colored pencils can allow you to sketch rough portraits of missing persons and suspects."
[The Mysterious Mannequin]

Pg 140: "Use protective eyewear when chiseling stone."
[The Secret of the Forgotten City]

The SD Card

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File name: 54414B45205741524E494E47
Solution: Hexadecimal for Take warning
Password: GPS
Contents:
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PA110412.jpg
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Text file name: Grigori
Anagram: ACT TWO WHET HARSH ESCHEW
Solution: Who watches the watchers?

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Grigori
“Who watches the watchers”


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