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The Mercies of Knowledge

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The mission strand involves assisting Professor Andrew Bell III with acquiring moonshine and an execution permit. The provided evidence details parts leading up to visiting the Saint Denis police station to obtain an official execution permit.

Type
Stranger Mission
Chapter
Chapter 4
Starts
northeastern Saint Denis
Parts
Part I
northeastern Saint Denis
  1. Speak with Professor Andrew Bell III in northeastern Saint Denis.
Part II
Rhodes train station
  1. Travel to Rhodes train station and speak to the station clerk, Alden.
The Mercies of Knowledge - Part III · Chapter 4
a crossroads in Bluewater Marsh north of Saint Denis
  1. Read the tip note.
  2. Intercept the moonshine wagon in Bluewater Marsh.
  3. Eliminate or drive off the guards.
  4. Deliver the wagon to Professor Bell in Saint Denis.
The Mercies of Knowledge - Part IV · Chapter 4
Saint Denis police station
  1. Visit the Saint Denis police station to obtain an official execution permit from the police chief.
The Mercies of Knowledge - Part V · Chapter 4
Professor Bell's workshop in northeast Saint Denis

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