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In the Footsteps of the Alchemist

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Route length 4 km
Estimated duration 2–3 hours
Starting point Fountain in front of the National Museum
Location Prague – New Town
Language English
Cipher challenges 10
Navigation challenges 9
Players Unlimited (2–4 recommended)
Game start During daylight hours, within 1 year of purchase
Terrain Mostly flat, some stairs (can be bypassed)
Game preview – In the Footsteps of the Alchemist

About the Game

Follow the trail of a missing alchemist and uncover the secrets of old Prague!

In this interactive puzzle game, you will solve riddles, search for clues, and gradually unveil the mysterious story of Master Hieronymus. The game is perfect for an outdoor walk through Prague, enriched with fun challenges.

After launching the game in your web browser, you will set out to follow the footsteps of the long-lost alchemist. At each level, you will encounter a story, a task, an encrypted map, and a verification step to make sure you're in the right place. The game will guide you through the entire plot — from the very first clues to the final cipher's solution.

You'll need: A smartphone with an internet connection. Paper and pencil for notes are helpful.

The Story

In 1619, when alchemy was not just pseudo-science but a true search for the secrets of nature and the universe, one of the greatest masters of the craft — Hieronymus of the Old Town — vanished in Prague.

It was said he was obsessed with uncovering the secret of eternal life, and that his last experiment proved fatal not only to him but also to his apprentices. All that remained were fragments of his notes, scattered across Prague. Whoever can find and piece them together may uncover a secret meant to be buried forever.

The first clue lies at the fountain in front of the museum. Hieronymus believed that water was the key to purifying both body and soul, and that the secret of life was hidden in the union of water and stone. Your task is to solve the ciphers that will lead to the revelation of his secret.

How to Play?

Level structure

Each level includes a map leading to a location, a position check, a piece of story, and a task to complete.

Submitting answers

Before submitting your answer, check the format shown in the input field and write your answer in exactly that format.

Scoring

For a correct answer you can earn up to 6 points. Each wrong answer subtracts 1 point (max. 3 deductions). Using a hint also subtracts 1 point.

Skipping a task

If even with a hint you can't solve it, you can choose to skip the task. You won't earn any points, but you can continue playing.

Ready to start?

Purchase the game in the e-shop and set off after the secret of alchemist Hieronymus. You'll receive a link by e-mail and can start the game whenever you're ready.

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