Transformation Episode 3: Thoughts and Theories

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Transformation Box 3(Episode 3)

***Spoilers Throughout***


Talaria Letter-

And here's Talaria saying more weird stuff. Moving on...

JWJ Letter-

JWJ talks about his buddy, Bob "growing his parish." And who is this new disciple, Cleo? 

Aaron D Letter-

Aaron refers to us as the "Historian". Where have I seen Aaron's name before? Facebook? He talks in a very JWJ-ish language, but he seems different. He may be someone to watch. 

Newspaper Article-

A news clipping, seemingly, about Cleo, JWJ's new disciple. A body is discovered at her apiary(Bees....Honey...) The police found what they believed to be an alligator tooth. But we know differently, right?!

Catherine Hill Flyer-

Sweet employee Catherine Hill of Pikes Peak Animal Supply. Where is that?

John Blaine Screenshot-

Looks like a screenshot from social media. I feel like we've seen this somewhere before. 

Clarrisa Hatherly Profile-

Clarrisa Hatherly has upset Aaron a tad. He wrote out a few personality flaws he doesn't like. But is that really the worst or even weirdest thing we've seen so far?

Park Map-

If this is a real location, maybe something can be gleaned from comparing this map to an actual map. Is there a difference?

Rune Paper-

Happy Balloons-

Final Thoughts-

Transformation Episode 2: Thoughts and Theories

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Transformation Box 2(Episode 2)

***Spoilers Throughout***


Talaria Letter-

The same mysterious letter from Talaria...whoever they are!

JWJ Letter-

JWJ is working on gathering more disciples! Watch out world! And apparently, Bob is in “metamorphosis.” Seems to be a trend when it comes to our dear friend, John.

Beehive Print-

Looks like a colorful beehive!  If you use the slip of paper from the jar,

you might just find a message from our friend to one of his new disciples! *Solving the cipher on the jar lid REALLY helps!*

Swirled Text Print-

“The Circus is in Town” 1912 by Edith Cockcroft. The original is housed

in Chattanooga, TN. You need to find the correct cipher to solve this one.

Toy Train-

Where oh where could this train be from? Other clues in the box help narrow down the search!

Black Talaria Card-

Using the same cipher you can decode the message at the bottom. *This helps you with the newly discovered: Whispers From Theodrus website from the previous box. And its possible you may not have this clue included in your box or mail delivery. It depends on when you joined the game. So, don't freak out if you don't have it. Just be aware of the WFT website for the future. 

Newspaper Article- 

Marjorie Heck seems to have had an "accident" at Perry's monument with her son, Robert. Why do these names feel so familiar? Looking back at a previous box may shine light on who they are. 

Final Thoughts: JWJ is recruiting followers...like our friend Robert "Bob" Heck. He appears to have done something to his mother in order to gain favor with JWJ. What is next for our murderer on the loose and his newly found roadtrip buddy??? And whats the deal with our new website? Can you hear it?Hear what??? The Whiiiiiispers!!!!! Box/Episode 3 may have a lot in store! Happy Hunting!

Transformation Episode 1: Thoughts and Theories

Hunt a Killer Credit: Sarah Dare

Transformation Box 1(Episode 1)

***Spoilers Throughout***

Talaria Letter: 

A replacement of Listening friends? Apparently our dear friend has found a new secretive company to handle his deliveries, per his prerogatives.

John William James Letter: 

Something seems odd about JWJ’s writing. Inspecting further may reveal a code.

LFoA Memo:

Nilson really has a desire to be at the “right hand” of JWJ. He feels a sense of loyalty

Note From "M" to Robert: 

“M” does not sound very happy. A haunted museum? And who is Robert? Are they married?
Family? Friends?

Coffee Filter Cipher/Code:

Using some clues on the back of the page that is revealed with special light. Using those clues, you will discover how to solve the cryptic message. "Shift your mind"!

"Incipere" Paper:

“Shifting” your thinking may be the key to understanding this peculiar note. And what is
"INCIPERE"? ***www.________________.com***

"Merry Go Round" Print: 

Doing a little research on this print will give you some insight on JWJ’s thoughts about
the world and his location.

USA Map:

Keep this handy! You will want it later!! ‘Murica!

Crystal/Geode:

What did you find in the letter? Perhaps it gives you a clue as to the identity of the geode...
and where JWJ may reside now?!

Nut:

Researching this nut may give another clue, cementing JWJ’s current location.

Final Thoughts: JWJ is on the loose...so everything is fine! Actually, if this was real, it would be terrifying. We know he is capable of murder and getting others to murder for him. And with this box, we have an idea where he has found a new home. Who is Talaria? And what do they have planned for JWJ....or what does HE plan to do with them? Next months box may reveal the answers. HAPPY HUNTING!

Awakening Box 8: Thoughts and Theories

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Awakening Box 8

***Spoilers Throughout***


Metallic Pig-

Its a representation of someone. The wings are a clue. ***An important death is the key.***

Listening Friends of America Pen-

 A generic pen from Listening Friends of America. Further investigation of the pen may lead you to a very important season-ending clue.

John William James Letter-

 A blood-soaked letter. Depending on the condition of your letter after you pull it apart, a lot of the letter is illegible. The contents of the letter can be found on another clue.

John William James Patient File-

 Shows JWJ's narcissism. (Surprise, right?)  He believes himself to be smarter than all others. Refers to a "messiah complex" applying to his personality.

Letter From Valeria Madson-

This poor woman is afraid. She has already figured out what we all were trying to solve for 8 months. She clearly lays out all of her thoughts and evidence. What a nice little bow she put on there for us!

George’s Letters - Who is Felix? Where does he fit in to the puzzle? George is obviously fearful.

Coffee Filter Code -

 A code from the man himself! Cygnus Draconis will be a key for you to solve this code. You will use this along with your Hunt a Killer cipher wheel!

Library Check Out Cards -

They link to all of the books JWJ used to send us photos and clues throughout the first season.

LFOA Letter(Recieved as a separate mail item)- 

It appears JWJ is on the loose, free from the walls of LFoA's Darlington facility. What's next for our pen pal?

Final Thoughts- In an effort to not spoil what you may or may not have found, let me try to sum up without giving it all away. JWJ seems to have taken complete control of the  Darlington facility. And the letter from "Tina Reid" suggests JWJ is no longer locked behind the walls of Darlington. Certain characters are no more.(As you will know once you learn the secret that the pen holds.)  I am several seasons ahead of this, but whats to come is a fantastic rollercoaster ride of storytelling and clues. So stick with it. Happy Hunting!

Awakening Box 7: Thoughts and Theories

Hunt A Killer: Box 7
***SPOILERS THROUGHOUT***

LFoA Letter:

                                                   ***This is a generic LFoA letter***

***There is a hidden message in the letter*** Spoiler

JWJ Letter and List of "Coordinates": Using your compass and the ruler(Yay! We get to use our office supplies!) you will get a 4 line message. Sorry for just giving you the setup for figuring it out. But its really hard to explain. Takes a little time and patience. I'm not a fan of all the math! 😣

Compass:

This is usefull with the "X." on the JWJ letter...(Mine glows in the dark! Wooooo!)

Pink Pig: ***I'm assuming all pigs are pink because its significant for the story***

Is it just a trinket? Or does it have a deeper meaning? But...what color was Valerie Madson's dress? "Look back to go forward" or something like that. 

Dragon Swan Card:  Who may think of himself as a "dragon swan"? Draco + Cygnus= "Dragon" "Swan"??? He says at the end of the letter "From my mother, from my father, I am two made one." Who is the swan? Who is the dragon? 

Picture of Woman:File Folder of Documents:

Seems to be about JWJ's mother. She is injured a lot, most likely by JWJ's father. She is put on meds. Iproniazid was discontinues in the 60's, so it appears Phenelzine was a replacement to help her depression. There is several pieces of correspondence between the mother and her doctor, even planning a visit to another doctor. 

Travel Poster(Two sided):

Both sides show a woman, happy on a beach. Could this be some symbolism for the trips the mother never got to take? And is that a swirl on the underside of the airplane? Perhaps it will be relevant later. 

Final Thoughts: So, we get a little more background on JWJ's mother. And now JWJ is referring to himself as the Dragon Swan! And he seems to be confirming the death of Valerie with our tiny trinket. What is JWJ building up to? He is moving pieces around the board. But to what end? What will the season finale bring? Box/Episode 8 holds the answers...or maybe more questions! Happy Hunting!

LFOA Letter SPOILED #7

LFOA #7 Letter SPOILER: The first letter of each word after "Dear Listening Friend" spells the message: Please See My Message. Read. I Think My Life Is In Danger. Madson Was Stepstone. Ergo I Could Be One. 

The Constellation Card 



















     These constellations are found in Urania's Mirror; a collection of star charts from the 1800's. Lets look at how these constellations link to the story arc JWJ is building for us.

Cygnus "The Swan": Cygnus is Latin for "Swan." In Greek mythology, Cygnus has been identified with several different legendary swans. Zeus disguised himself as a swan to seduce Leda, Spartan king Tyndareus's wife, who gave birth to the Gemini, Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra; Orpheus was transformed into a swan after his murder, and was said to have been placed in the sky next to his lyre (Lyra); and the King Cygnus was transformed into a swan.

The Greeks also associated this constellation with the tragic story of Phaethon, the son of Helios the sun god, who demanded to ride his father's sun chariot for a day. Phaethon, however, was unable to control the reins, forcing Zeus to destroy the chariot (and Phaethon) with a thunderbolt, causing it to plummet to the earth into the river Eridanus. According to the myth, Phaethon's brother, Cycnus, grieved bitterly and spent many days diving into the river to collect Phaethon's bones to give him a proper burial. The gods were so touched by Cycnus's devotion to his brother that they turned him into a swan and placed him among the stars.

In Ovid's Metamorphoses, there are three people named Cygnus, all of whom are transformed into swans. Alongside Cycnus, noted above, he mentions a boy from Tempe who commits suicide when Phyllius refuses to give him a tamed bull that he demands, but is transformed into a swan and flies away. He also mentions a son of Neptune who is an invulnerable warrior in the Trojan War who is eventually defeated by Achilles, but Neptune saves him by transforming him into a swan.

Together with other avian constellations near the summer solstice, Vultur cadens and Aquila, Cygnus may be a significant part of the origin of the myth of the Stymphalian Birds, one of The Twelve Labours of Hercules. Credit: Wikipedia

Draco "Dragon": Dragons in Greek mythology that may have inspired the constellation's name include Ladon, the dragon who guarded the golden apples of the Hesperides.^[6] Hercules killed Ladon during his 12 labors; he was tasked with stealing the golden apples. The constellation of Hercules is depicted near Draco.^[1]

In Greco- Roman legend, Draco was a dragon killed by the goddess Minerva and tossed into the sky upon his defeat. The dragon was one of the Gigantes, who battled the Olympic gods for ten years. As Minerva threw the dragon, it became twisted on itself and froze at the cold North Celestial Pole before it could right itself.^[6]

Sometimes, Draco is represented as the demon son of Gaia, Typhon.^[6]

Traditional Arabic astronomy does not depict a dragon in modern-day Draco, which is called the Mother Camels. Instead, two hyenas, represented by Eta Draconis and Zeta Draconis are seen attacking a baby camel (a dim star near Beta Draconis), which is protected by four female camels, represented by Beta Draconis, Gamma Draconis, Nu Draconis, and Xi Draconis. The nomads who own the camels are camped nearby, represented by a cooking tripod composed of Upsilon, Tau, and Sigma Draconis.^[7] In some mythology, Draco had one hundred magnificent heads, guarded the golden apple tree, and was put in the sky as a constellation for protecting the apples with valor. The constellation has been subject to many more myths, but ones that are obscure. Credit: Wikipedia

***I will add more constellations and discussions about them when season one officially ends***

Cygnus and Draco, or the Swan and the Dragon play a major role in JWJ's mind. And then we have mentions of Janus and Cadmus in the JWJ letter in box 2. I want to wait until alot of the newer Hunters have at least gotten through to box 3 before I spoil the first two boxes. But in your investigations, you can be looking up Draco, Cygnus, Janus, and Cadmus to get a better understanding of what JWJ is trying to get us to see. These characters/constellations will play a vital role in the story arc he has built. Is he Cadmus who slays the dragon in the mythology? If so, who does he consider to be a dragon?

I know its a lot of seemingly useless mythology, but JWJ values it so I feel its important for clues that may come down the road to understand all we can about the constellations and mythology.  

***I will continue to update this blog post as the months go by to give a better picture of the constellation card's role in the overall story***

Last Updated: 6/15/17