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Week 2

1776

Now that the first essence has been successfully retrieved, the Librarian of Berwickia is
ready to send you to your next destination! 
 

​You arrive in 1776 with instructions to collect the essence of a letter from Abigail Adams to her husband John, both key figures in the American Revolution. You find Abigail at her home and share your story with her.
 

Abigail is eager to help, but also a little wary. After all, you're a stranger and could be part of the Regulars (known to us as the British) trying to spy on her. She agrees to share a letter with you on one condition - to protect her secrets when she sends letters, she uses secret codes. If you can solve her coded message, she will reward you with a letter. 
 

Abigail gives you the decoder key, but insists you'll have to figure out the rest for yourself. The decoded letter will lead you to the secret message. Tell her the message and she will give you the essence of a letter in exchange. 

Abigail's coded letters can be found at the library!
If you're playing along at home, complete the activity below before moving on with the story.

You tell Abigail the secret coded message and eagerly await her response. She thinks for a moment and decides that you are not a spy and you're worthy of receiving the essence of one of her letters. 

​Congratulations - you have received the second essence for the Preservation Potion! Stop by the library to collect a sticker for your Potion Tracker. 

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Remember, you will need to collect all seven essences in order to successfully brew the potion.

Where will the Librarian send you next?

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