Object Hints

Object Hints are hints about a certain object that Mortimer has to collect. They debuted in Mortimer Beckett and the Lost King. They also appear in Mortimer Beckett and the Crimson Thief.

Usage
In Mortimer Beckett and the Lost King and Mortimer Beckett and the Crimson Thief, object hints are represented by little question marks seen on the top right hand corner of the object when collected. Clicking on the question mark will bring up a hint about that object, offering a clue of what to do with it. After the player uses an object hint, the hint meter will start filling up and the player cannot use a general hint until the hint meter is filled up.

Paris
Car Key - "Old fashion one. If I could find an old Italian car, maybe I could go for a short ride."

Wheel - "This kind of wheels usually goes on handcarts."

Blank Paper - "I am not an artist, but if I have a pencil, I could do a magic trick with it."

Coin - "Not much, I guess. But, probably enough for a cheap sightseeing."

Room Key - "Did I come across a locked door? If I do, they won't be locked anymore."

Screwdriver - "Screws beware! The end is near!"

Ladder - "Not much for stability, I must say. But they get me to some high place for sure."

Tweezers - "Useful thing to handle the stamps. Or to get something from narrow crack. Hmmm..."

Crowbar - "Good thing to have if you want to lift something heavy."

Pencil - "With a piece of paper I can do a miracle. Believe me."

Fuse - "I am not an electrician, but even I can see that this should be placed on some..some... Well, electric thingy."

Clock Key - "I hate cuckoo clocks. That's all I can say."

Glove - "I think this is the kind of glove to protect you from injury, not to keep you warm."

Hammer - "I don't like to break things. But, if I must..."

Tablet - "I remember that, as a small child, I put those into my father's wine. What a mess!"

Oil Can - "It's full and ready to use. When I find something squeaky or rusty..."

Pruning Shears - "Cutting hedges. Some people like it, some don't."

Crossbow - "Hi tech stuff. Maybe I can "fish" something with it."

Pincers - "Old fashion tool for old fashion nails."

Valve - "It's a bit rusty, but I suppose that I could turn some water off with it."

Rio De Janeiro
Vuvuzela - "Oh no! The sound of it could wake you up, even if you are sleeping like a baby."

Road Sign - "This should be placed as a warning when you intend to do some road work. Or wheh the authorities say so."

Soccer Ball - "Signed from entire Brazilian soccer national team! This could be a great present for some kid."

Audio Recorder - "Record your favorite sounds and take them wherever you want. Ha! Not bad as a slogan."

Recorded Sound - "I know that babies are sweet and innocent and pure, but you must agree that they are LOUD."

Rope - "Enough length to take me to some high place. If I only could remember how to tie a proper knot..."

Car Jack - "Big one. It could also help me lift other things, not just cars."

Bodkin - "Sharp enough to drill a hole in almost anything. Or to unclog one..."

Wheel - "This will look nice on one of those carnival trucks. Even though, Blue would be a better color. It's only my opinion."

Carrot - "Fresh and crunchy. Good for eyes, as I heard. How come those moles have bad eyes and they simply love these?"

Brass Mask - "Beautiful. Not that I would wear it, but I guess I could sell it very easily. If I were in the business, of course."

Scalpel - "I used one like this for removing postal stamps from envelopes. And I never tear apart any of them. You have to love philately."

Carnival Card - "Great! I love surprises. I can't wait to see what I'll get from the carnival machine."

Coin - "Piece of chewing gum, anyone?"

Light Switch - "Small click for me, giant light for dark rooms. Just kidding..."

Goggles - "I bet that with these I could see somethig that is hidden on some public place, that thousands of people visit almost every day."

Metal Bar - "This bar is so strong. Perhaps I could use it as some kind of lever."

Long Hook - "Maybe I couldn't climb, but I surely can REACH high places with this."

Key - "Not used for a long time, it seems. I guess the lock that it unlocks doesn't look any better."

Trowel - "I'm pretty good on laying tiles. Even better in removing them."

Wrench - "Whenever I had problems with plumbing, this is the tool I always miss. Now I can fix anything."

Philadelphia
Can Opener - "I've never heard of anyone using these for anything other than opening cans. Have you?"

Small Key - "This will unlock that small and fragile locks that were made in eighteenth century."

Matches - "Don't play with them. You know that you can burn your fingers. Or set something on fire."

Parchment Fragments - "I wonder what will happen when it's complete. Maybe I could find out something important from it."

Parchment - "At least, it's whole. Now, where can I find a fire?"

Hammer - "This is not for nailing planks. I bet that if I use it properly, I could make a nice liberating sound."

Hacksaw - "This sharp blade will cut through metal like butter."

Climbing Gear - "Again, I must say how extraordinary these things are. With this, I could climb the highest building without losing breath."

Screwdriver - "Yet again, some screws are going to be set loose."

Metal Bar - "This is made from soft metal and it's good for processing. If I find a proper tool, maybe I could make something of it."

Handle - "Looks like this is the part of some mechanical device. Maybe for pulling something back..."

Fresh Fish - "Does anyone know the recipe for Kung Pao soup?"

Chisel - "I don't need a hammer to break open some walls..."

Magnifying Glass - "Every now and then you must get a closer look at some small prints..."

Crowbar - "Again, I am not a man of violence, but if I must loose some planks by force, then I'll do it."

Pliers - "Not very strong. This is not for metal. Plastic, perhaps. Or rubber."

Plumbline - "Such a nice and delicate object. It looks like it belongs to some precise mechanism."

Money - "I can buy myself a nice lunch with it. Seafood would be nice."

Brushwood - "The weather is warm. Otherwise, I'll make nice, cosy fire..."

London
One Pound - "How many pennies can I get for this?"

Change - "Well now. Should I make a long distance call, or should I throw it into a fountain?"

Camera - "I worked hard for this camera. I hope that picture I'll take could get me some reputation."

Memory Card - "I have the picture. Now to develop it."

Sport Journal - "Is it just me, or most of the gents are interested in sports?"

Blow Torch - "Easy now. I could easily melt some metal with this. Not to mention burning my sweater."

Empty Sack - "This is not made to put something of value in it. Probably for coal or something like that."

Broom - "Sorry, but no. I have no intention to sweep floors. Or dusting under the beds."

Empty Kettle - "I am in London. And, maybe, it's tea time. Where can I get some fresh water?"

Full Kettle - "Step two. I have the water, but I don't have the fire to boil it."

Steaming Kettle - "I remembered another trick how to remove a post stamp from an envelope. Now matter how hard it's glued to the surface."

Knife - "Kitchen knife obviously. Sharp enough to cut various materials."

Lion Crest - "Looks like some shield. Maybe it could pass by like something valuable. It's worth a try."

Winding Key - "I didn't see any cuckoo clocks around here. I guess it's for some toy."

Pliers - "Well, this one is strong. For cutting metal, I'm sure."

Pumpkin Juice - "I can't say that I'm crazy about this stuff. Maybe someone else is thirsty."

Flashlight - "It's dark everywhere. But there are places where it's even darker. Like holes."

Kevlar Gloves - "I can put my hands everywhere with these on. And not be injured."

Wet Cloth - "Is it time for spring cleaning? Well, is it?"

Black Gravel - "Now, why would anyone want to have this? For a fish tank?"

Yellow Book - "Useful thing if you are salesman of some sort."

Lighter - "Same as for the matches. Be careful. Or things might catch fire."

Piece of Wire - "This could go into a thinnest slot you could imagine."

Membership Card - "I hope they've got some good music playing in that pub."

Moscow
EMP Device - "Electro magnetic pulse?! This could stop some seriously large things that run on electricity."

Knife - "At this cold weather gardening is out of the question. Maybe some wood carving..."

Paper Sheet - "Not much for drawing. Thick enough to use it as a doormat."

Spring - "This I could use for some reparations..."

Handle - "This is part of some mechanism. But I think that it's still missing one piece."

Matryoshka Doll - "What a beautiful thing. Sweet as honey, if you ask me."

Ice Pick - "There is a lot of ice around here. I should just pick the right spot."

Scissors - "Don't make me do some tailor stuff. I could easily cut some wrong stitches..."

Impact Driver - "I simply love these new tools. They are so quiet, that you can work and not disturb anyone."

Bowl - "This one is good quality. In this I can carry the stickiest thing in the world without gluing my fingers together."

Resin - "What shall I glue with it? Some pottery, maybe?"

Pincers - "Good old stuff. For good old metal cutting."

Lockpick - "Looks like a Burglar's tool. But with me, the locks are safe."

Honey - "Exactly one kilogram. Is that important?"

Small Key - "I seriously doubt that this will unlock any door. A small chest, or box perhaps."

Shovel - "Shoveling snow or digging some soil? I don't feel like doing either."

Small Hammer - "For delicate breaking in case of emergency."

Crowbar - "these things are very handy when you are not in shape to lift some heavy stuff."

Rubles - "I don't now how much is it. Maybe I should try to buy something and find out."

Remote Control - "Finaly I can get warm a little bit."

Door Key - "Turn it right and everything will be fine."

Beijing
Diving Gear - "This is so old. I hope that it works."

Wood Crate - "Brand new. Strong enough to hold my weight for sure."

Lead Bowl - "I'm not happy to hold this in my bare hands, but it might be useful to carry some glowing hot things.."

Liquid Metal - "Mold!!! A kingdom for a mold!"

Empty Glass - "Water, enyone?"

Plain Water - "This glass is full. Something tells me that it should be empty..."

Chimney Brush - "Sorry Santa. It's time for spring cleaning."

Honey Dipper - "Personally, I am extremely allergic to honey..."

Handle - "Pump, pump, pump... And here is your water. Cheers."

Switch - "Old fashion one. I wonder if it works with tubes as well?"

Stool - "I used to climb on one of these as a child, when I wanted to reach for some more cookies..."

Cherry Wood Fan - "I think that it's made of cherry wood. Very nice..."

Empty Bucket - "probably used by some sailor... It has salt stains all over..."

Salt Water - "This is ideal to make a Big splash."

Matches - "Once more, be very careful with these. Especially in dark places..."

Mint Leaf - "What an aroma! Smells fresh and coooool...."

Metal Bar - "Most boring thing I came across around here. Maybe I can turn it into some sort of useful object."

Corkscrew - "Is there a party somewhere? I can easily open some bottles with this..."

Carving Knife - "Is it Halloween yet? Time flies around here..."

Gong - "It usually goes on a stand. Did I see one somewhere?"

Seeds - "What kind of Birds are popular in China? I can't feed an eagle with this, that's for sure."

Key - "Special key for very special door."

Dental Forceps - "No! My teeth are healthy as a dragon's. Thank you."

Cairo
Long Pole - "This spike may be useful with some other spikes. Does this make sense?"

Rug Beater - "Old school cleaning! The best there is."

Rope - "If I only could remember how to tie a knot from my hiking lessons..."

Bottle - "Magical..."

Empty Leather Sack - "This smells of petrol..."

Oil - "Something tells me that I'll need smaller amount than this."

Plate - "This is definitely a part of a bigger picture..."

Comb - "This is not for human hair. In that I am certain."

Camel Hair - "Who would need such a thing? Some old, strange person, I guess..."

Coconut Milk - "Pina Colada anyone?"

Flute - "Just one look at it, and I go sssssssss..."

Magnet - "Small but strong. Maybe I can attract some metal with it."

Machete - "Slice here, slice there. And fruit salad is done!"

Dowsers - "What kind of gold am I looking for here? Yellow? Black?"

Map to Luxor - "I'm not going there. Not again. Maybe someone else will..."

Brush - "This is for some kind of delicate business... I must be careful..."

Gold Figurine - "Actualy, gold-plated. And very small. But probably worth some money..."

Metal Wedges - "Strong enough to hold my weight..."

Hammer - "This is for shaping stones... I used to have one of these..."

Gardening Shears - "Snap, snap, snap... And the bushes are gone..."

Digging Tools - "No, thank you. Not with my back. If I must, I'll pay someone else..."

Bottled Magic - "I was right. Magic indeed."

Rome
Gems - "This kind of things shouldn't be lying around like that. They should be put on some object worthy of Kings..."

Coffee - "Well... I just love to drink these while I relax with some good book..."

Key - "Size of it tells me that it will not fit in small locks..."

Glowing Ball - "It has some glow, but not too much. Probably will cast some faint light..."

Lighter - "With just one small flick, I could make one big fire..."

Anti Rust Spray - "I must be careful. Too much of this stuff will make things greasy..."

Sandwich - "Perfect refreshment while one is relaxing reading a good book..."

Torch - "There are no flames. So..."

Broom - "Cleaning again? O.K. No problem. What should I sweep? Dust? Papers? Leaves? What?"

Slingshot - "Actualy, I'm pretty good with these things. Just show me a high target."

Squeaky Toy - "This rubber is so hard that it can survive some serious hard chewing."

Crowbar - "Come on Morty. Let's break something. Again..."

Marble Figurine - "Very nice. And heavy too. Can be used to press something down..."

Key - "This will open some small locks. But not on doors. Definitely..."

Lock Pick - "Well, if you don't have the right key, this is the only way."

Weight - "Perhaps some machine is missing it. I should try..."

Firecracker - "This will scare anybody. Even many of them at once."

Coffee Coupon - "Great! I don't need any money to get a proper cup of coffee."

Epilogue
Duct Tape - "Commonly used by electricians. For securing wires..."

Necklace - "This is what Crimson Thief has nicked. I can use this a proof."

Rubber Glove - "If I must do something very gently and precisely, I'll use this."

Fingerprint - "Wow. Like in the spy movies. I hope I'll find an adequate lock to use this on."

Brass Polish - "This ship is very neat. But dirt always finds its way..."

Aspirin - "Take two of these and call me in the morning!"

Encrypted Message - "What? These letters don't mean anything to me. I need to extract the important ones."

Signal Light - "This will blink just fine. If I connect it to some wires..."

Dry Cloth - "Very good quality. Great for polishing..."

Fine Powder - "Looks exactly like the ones police teams use for their investigations."

Key - "This key belongs to the passenger on the deck. Maybe it opens something that belongs to him."

Glass Cutter "Watch your fingers, Morty. This is VERY sharp."

Morse Code - "Line-line-dot, dot-line, line-line, dot, dot-dot-dot-dot, line-line-line, dot-dot-line, dot-dot-dot, dot."

Button - "Regardless of the fact that it's made of plastic, this button looks kinda important."

Screwdriver - "Again, useful tool for taking things out of their place."

Soft Brush - "This is not for painting. This is for brushing something delicate away."

Allen Key - "Special tool for special bolts."

Crowbar - "Firm enough to stop some strong machinery..."

Wrench - "Common tool for common bolts. Enough said."

Code Plate - "Now I can decipher ...some cipher. Or code..."

Morse Machine - "Just to put it in a dark and hidden place, and I'm in business."