Provide an alibi (dupe)

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From: Cover for an Acquaintance (dupe)


Declare that your acquaintance couldn't possibly be responsible; they were with you at the time of the crime!

Game Instructions: This will gain you a Journal of Infamy. You'll also gain a point of Suspicion, while reducing theirs.

Locked with A Victim of Frequent Betrayals 6

Your friend needs Suspected by the Constables [your name]


When Sent

Betrayed!

The Constable […] smiles grimly[…] "We were told you'd come," she says. "To provide an alibi by claiming to have spent the morning in question with this individual." […] she shakes her head. "We're watching you […] Thank you for your time."

In Messages Tab

You will receive:

  • You provided [Friend's name] with an alibi. Unfortunately, they warned the Constables you'd be doing just that, to cover for your own crimes. They suspect you, now!
  • You completed a Social Event: Cover for an Acquaintance with [Friend's name]


Your friend will receive:

[Your name] provided you with an alibi, to help throw the Constables off your scent. And because you warned the Constables beforehand they'd be coming to cover their own crimes, they are now suspected in your place!