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Agent Richard Merkin - Horror/Sci-Fi- Hitch-Hiking Mystery Cache

Hidden : 5/25/2025
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:


N45 AB.CDE

W74 FG.HIJ

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Greetings Geo-Agent,

It has been a while since our last contact and we trust this transmission finds you well.

Despite the inability of your government to cooperate with ours, for the last year the M.I.B. have managed to station one of our best and brightest agents in the South Glengarry area. Agent Richard Merkin believed he was closing in on the "Jigsaw" copy-cat when we suddenly lost contact with him.

It seems that he may have chosen to Hitch-Hike. 

Merkin's car broke down in bad weather and before he was able to call for assistance he was offered help by a stranger at the side of the road and has since vanished.

We would appreciate your invaluable assistance in recovering our Agent.

While we do believe his disappearance is related to the Jigsaw case, we have evidence which suggests that more than one suspect may be involved. This could possibly be linked to the "Lanterne of Light" Cult also known to be operating in the region. 

If you choose to accept this assignment you will first be required to complete necessary safety training.  Make yourself familiar with the previous case-studies listed below. If you come into contact with a suspicious person seeking or offering a ride you need to be prepared for all possible scenarios.

The following profile pictures are related to alleged perpetrators and possible victims of hitch-hiking crimes.

Once you feel confident to begin your search you should still proceed with caution. We do not know for certain who or what we are up against.

If you discover any evidence of Agent Merkin or possible reason behind his disappearance, please simply mark that you have found the location on your app and our agents will further investigate the matter.  

The M.I.B. once again Thank You for Your help in advance. 

Good Luck & Stay Safe

 

M.I.B. Headquarters,

Area 51, Nevada

United States of America

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A) The man pictured here made life into a living Hell for one young couple. What was his name:

7) Billy Howerdell

8) Josh Freese

9) Roy Batty

0) John Ryder

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B) This man is not the typical Hitch-Hiker.

What is his name:

 7) Dr. Who

 8) Sir Reginald Featherbottom III

 9) Ford Prefect

 0) Buckaroo Banzai

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C) This individual has a great deal in common with the person in the previous picture. What is his name?

 7) Pluto Nash

 8) Daniel Robitaille

 9) Dr. Who

 0) Ford Prefect

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D) Women would be wise to not accept a ride from this man.

What is his name?

 7) R.J. MacReady

 8) Snake Plissken

 9) Jack Burton

 0) Mike McKay

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E) This is a particularly dangerous man and should never be approached. What is his name?

7) Mick Fleetwood

8) Mick Jagger

9) Mick Taylor

0) Mick Mars

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F) This unscrupulous character has been spotted on numerous occasions trying to pickup young girls by enticing them with noxious substances. What is his name?

 1) Baba Looey

 2) Pedro De Pacas

 3) Speedy Gonzalez

 4) Dave

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G) This man followed the advice of a Hitch-Hiking friend and was never seen or heard from again. What is his name?

 6) Arthur Fleck

 7) Arthur Everest

 8) Arthur Dent

 9) Arthur Morgan

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H) The last person you ever want to pick up Hitch-Hiking.

What is his name?

 4) Caleb Parsons

 5) Nubbins Sawyer

 6) Otis Driftwood

 7) Jupiter Carter

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I) Things do not end well for anyone who this man picks up on the road. While he prefers to be called "Mr. Sophistication", what is his actual name?

 6) Henry

 7) Riley

 8) Jack

 9) Steven

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J) If you come across this trio beckoning you for a ride do not stop and proceed to step on the gas. What are their names?

 1) Les, Larry, and John

 2) Alex, Geddy, and Neil

 3) Kurt, Krist, and Dave

 4) Ezra, Gus, and Phinneas

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      Agent Richard "Dick" Merkin

           April 17, 1964 - ???

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Please Do Not Post photos of the cache.

We will acknowledge 2 FTF's as per usual.

One for the Day and one Boss FTF for After Dark with a photo of only the log in-hand.

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Congratulations to the V Clan - Kevin, Lynne, Kat, and 50 year-old Grace for their  FTF Day Field Assistance.

FTF After Dark goes to Teccles and Chocolate4Ever!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)