Beholder: Conductor
Beholder: Conductor

Report or Trade with the Smuggler

Decide whether to report or trade with the smuggler in Beholder: Conductor, gaining Ministry favor or black market goods like Foreign Cigarettes.

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Report or Trade with the Smuggler

After successfully locating the smuggler's goods, you are presented with a significant choice: report the smuggler and his contraband to the Ministry, or engage in trade with him, potentially profiting from his illicit activities. Each option carries distinct rewards and risks, influencing your standing with various factions.

Your decision will have immediate and long-term consequences:

  • Reporting the Smuggler:
    • Action: Once you have found the illegal goods (e.g., Foreign Cigarettes, Prohibited Alcohol), use your apartment's telephone to call the Ministry and report Patrick. You will need to specify the charges and provide the evidence you collected.
    • Outcome: The Ministry will dispatch agents to arrest Patrick and confiscate the goods. You will receive a monetary reward and gain favor with the Ministry, enhancing your reputation as a loyal State employee. This path aligns with your primary duty as a manager.
    • Consideration: Reporting him might make other tenants wary of you, especially if they had any dealings with Patrick.
  • Trading with the Smuggler:
    • Action: Instead of reporting, approach Patrick with the knowledge of his hidden goods. You can then negotiate to buy or sell items from him. Patrick often deals in rare or prohibited items that can be useful for other quests or sold for a higher profit on the black market.
    • Outcome: You can acquire valuable items or a significant amount of money through trade. This path allows you to bypass Ministry restrictions and potentially help other tenants with their requests for specific items. Patrick will view you as an ally, potentially opening up future trading opportunities or side quests.
    • Consideration: This action is illegal and carries a risk. If the Ministry discovers your involvement with Patrick's smuggling operation, you could face severe penalties, including arrest and termination. Other tenants might also report you if they witness your dealings.
    • Negotiation: Be prepared to haggle for prices. Patrick will try to get the best deal for himself. Having a high charisma or persuasion skill can be beneficial here.

The choice between reporting and trading often comes down to your current needs: Ministry favor and a steady reward, or potential high profits and access to unique items at a higher risk.