Who to Blame For Murder in Pentiment

Well... who is to Blame?
Pentiment All execution options act 1
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Pentiment is a game that is largely influenced by the choices you make. Even the smallest interaction can have an impact on the game’s story and how the characters choose to interact with you. You will play Andreas who was tasked with finding the culprit of the first murder, Baron Lorenz Rothvogel. Follow this guide which examines all executions options in Pentiment

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During Act 1 of Pentiment, you will have to solve the mystery of Baron Lorenz of Rothvegel. You will play the character Andreas and be tasked to solve a series of murders.

The first murder you will need to solve is that of Baron Lorenz of Rothvogel. At the beginning of the chapter Brother Piero who is Andrea’s friend and mentor was found holding a knife next to the body of the Baron.

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Although you might suspect that we already have that Brother Piero is responsible for the death of the Baron, there are four suspects that need to be investigated for murder.

  • Ottila Kemperyn
  • Lucky Steinauer
  • Sister Matilda
  • Prior Ferenc

You will be given a few days to look for evidence and after which you will need to report your findings to the Archdeacon. At the Autopsy, you learn three things: the Baron had syphilis, he died of blunt force trauma after being hit with a hard object to the back of his head, and when an NPC arrives you will need to stay hidden.

Ottila Kemperyn

  • Be nice to her and agree to help her with the chores.
  • Ottila will admit that the baron beat her husband, and she dislikes all despicable noblemen.
  • Ottila admits she did not murder the Baron but is unconcerned about his death.

Lucky Steinauer

  • Lucky won’t speak to you but you can follow him throughout the day.
  • At the order of the Labyrinth, Lucky will mention something about the abbey’s crypts.
  • As you hide inside a tree trunk in the forest, press the correct buttons to dismiss the bugs, preventing Andreas from getting spotted
  • He will leave flowers on a grave, you can also find a killer’s note there.
  • When its time to eat, go inside Lucky’s house and agree to have a meal with his family. Remember to choose positive options.
  • Talk to Lucky’s wife, Helena. She will tell you the truth if you have a positive disposition and background in Medicine.
  • The Baron slept with Lucky’s daughter before he abandoned her. She drank an abortifacient and died along with her unborn child.

Sister Matilda

  • If you look for a bloody shovel in the convent’s garden plot, Matilda will tell you that she used it to kill rabbits.
  • When you talk to the abbess, she will note that the Baron harmed one of the nuns during a previous visit.
  • During the nighttime, enter the abbey’s church and go down into the crypt.
  • Go right and press the key on the sculpture of Mary and Jesus.
  • This will lead to a hidden path to the library, Go to the top floor and click on the date under the entry for Sister Matilda.
  • You will find that Sister Matilda was sent away during that time.
  • When you leave, you will see priest Mathieu along with the other priests. Though you can stay hidden and wait it out, you will not be able to control Andreas till the morning.
  • You can leave once you have control over Andreas once more, however, Sister Zelda will spot you as you leave. You can flirt with her and see if this is worth it in the next act.
  • Once you speak to Sister Matilda again she will admit the Baron had raped her.
  • Sister Cecilia and Brother Wojslav inform you not to tell others what has happened to Sister Matilda.

Prior Ferenc

  • You will notice Prior Ferenc holding a strange-looking disc, and has hidden a book.
  • Andreas will soon discover that the book contained occult spells and received a letter addressed to the baron.
  • When you confront Ferenc, he will deny everything and you find out Ferenc was helping the Baron get rid of his syphilis.

When it’s time to speak to the Archdeacon, make sure that you are being polite and do not speak ill of nobility. Tell him everything you know about Ottila Kemperyn and share what you know about Lucky’s daughter. you should also tell him that Prior Ferenc was into the occult arts and that you haven’t found the strange disc. Also, avoid telling him that Sister Matilda.

Each suspect will be executed in various ways, but it’s important to note that there is no proven murderer. This is because each suspect had their own reasons for wanting the Baron dead. Pentiment is a game about choices and seeing where these choices take you. If you enjoyed this article check out How to Solve the Astrology Cipher Puzzle in Pentiment.

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