Beholder: Conductor
Beholder: Conductor

Report or Aid Dr. Shpak

Decide whether to report or aid Dr. Shpak in Beholder: Conductor. Find evidence for the Ministry or help him escape with items like a Fake Passport.

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Report or Aid Dr. Shpak

After your investigation into Dr. Shpak, you face a critical decision: report him to the Ministry for any infractions found, or choose to aid him, potentially going against State directives. This choice significantly impacts his fate and your standing with the Ministry and other tenants. Weigh the consequences carefully.

Your decision hinges on the evidence you've gathered and your personal moral compass. Here are the primary paths:

  • Reporting Dr. Shpak:
    • If you found incriminating evidence (e.g., Foreign Radio Receiver, Anti-State Leaflets, or other prohibited items), you can file a report with the Ministry.
    • Outcome: Dr. Shpak will be arrested and removed from the building. You will receive a reward from the Ministry and gain favor with them. However, other tenants might view you as a ruthless informant, potentially lowering their opinion of you.
    • Process: Use your apartment's telephone to call the Ministry and report Dr. Shpak. You will need to specify the charges and provide the evidence you collected.
  • Aiding Dr. Shpak:
    • This path usually involves helping him avoid Ministry scrutiny or fulfilling a personal request he might have.
    • Scenario 1: Helping him escape. If Shpak expresses fear of the Ministry and asks for help to leave the country, you might be able to facilitate his escape. This often requires money or specific items (e.g., a Fake Passport).
    • Scenario 2: Covering up evidence. If you found minor infractions, you could choose to ignore them or even remove the evidence yourself, protecting him from the Ministry.
    • Outcome: Aiding Shpak will likely result in a loss of Ministry favor and could lead to penalties if discovered. However, Shpak will be grateful, potentially offering rewards or assistance in future tasks. Other tenants might see you as compassionate, increasing their trust.
    • Process: Engage in dialogue with Dr. Shpak. He might reveal his fears or needs. For example, he may ask for 5000 in cash to bribe an official or for you to acquire a Travel Permit for him.

Consider the long-term implications of your choice. Aiding Dr. Shpak might open up new questlines or provide unique benefits, but it also carries significant risks to your position as a manager.